Category: Race Reports

Bandera 50k

Since we moved to Texas, I’ve run Bandera races every year, whether it’s a 50k or 100k. This year, I registered for the 100k but had to drop down to the 50k due to an injury. Yes, I finally admitted I’m injured. I’ve been in denial for eight years, running through pain and enduring the



Rattler 50k

Yesterday, I ran the Austin Rattler 50k and absolutely enjoyed it!  The course is pretty runnable, offers breathtaking views, and throws in some challenging terrain.  There are plenty of large boulders, but I managed to power-hike over them.  I finished in 7:27, which isn’t an overall PR, but it’s a personal best for a 50k



Ragnar Relays Texas Trail Ultra Edition – 2023

This race was a fantastic weekend of camping, bonding with friends, and tackling long distances in the beautiful Texas hill country!  The ultra edition of Ragnar relays consist of a four-person ultra team (+1 sub for an injury) covered 120 miles (total) in an intense 26-hour adventure. It was a fun but crazy weekend, where



Barkley Fall Classic: An Odyssey of Endurance

Driven by relentless curiosity and a thirst for adventure, I found myself drawn to the infamous Barkley Marathons, a topic often whispered about among the ultra-running community. Each documentary and video I watched showcased participants navigating challenging terrains, embodying the epitome of human grit. Only a handful of runners, fewer than 20, have ever completed



Snow Peaks & Strides: Conquering a Skyrace in a Winter Wonderland

The Broken Arrow Skyrace 46k was held last Saturday June 17th, with a variety of distances and races.  It was located in Palisades Tahoe (the Olympic Valley / Sqaw Valley Ski Resort). Heading into this race, a whirlwind of anticipation and eagerness took over. While 2017 saw me conquer a shorter version of this race,