Tag Archives: 50k

Traprock 50k: Jimmy and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Posted on April 20, 2017 by jimmy76mac

Synopsis: the author tries to come to terms with a recent string of injuries. I have decided to make myself a checklist in order to determine my readiness for my next race, it’s going to look something like this: Are … Continue reading →

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American Canyon 50k Race Report

Posted on February 14, 2016 by jimmy76mac

Mile 28. Ugh. Three more to go. I crossed No Hands Bridge about 15 minutes ago, at least those folks at the last aid station were awesome. Are my legs supposed to hurt this bad? I feel like they may … Continue reading →

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Letters Never Written: the DNF

Posted on November 14, 2015 by jimmy76mac

Yep, I had a DNF earlier this year, back in February. The dreaded DID NOT FINISH. Dropped out at mile 20 of a 50k. I probably learned more about not only running and competing but a lot about myself from … Continue reading →

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The Ruth Anderson Ultras 50k Race Report (and Some Other Happenings)

Posted on April 26, 2015 by jimmy76mac

Every time I sit down to write a race report, I start thinking “how the hell do I make this sound interesting?”, especially after just running seven loops around Lake Merced. I guess I could talk about the weather (perfect, … Continue reading →

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Coastal 50k Race Report

Posted on September 26, 2014 by jimmy76mac

The Coastal 50k is the crown jewel of all of the Coastal Trail Run races; it’s a point-to-point from Stinson Beach to Rodeo Beach that hits all the Marin Headland highlights. It’s pretty much a “have-to” in my book from … Continue reading →

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2014 Skyline 50k Race Report

Posted on August 14, 2014 by jimmy76mac

What a doozy of a race. I mean that about my race performance and not the actual Skyline 50k itself; I love this race. It feels like home. So I’ll keep this race report short and sweet (and to the … Continue reading →

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Second Half of 2014 (and Beyond) Running Schedule

Posted on July 25, 2014 by jimmy76mac

That title seems a bit more onerous than I had originally intended. Maybe in parentheses it should say “subject to change” but such a small audience actually reads this blog that I hope you few that do will keep me … Continue reading →

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Inside Trail Racing’s Chabot 50k Race Report

Posted on March 7, 2014 by jimmy76mac

…or “When the Shit Goes Down, You Better Be Ready” What’s up with the double title you may be wondering? Oh, man- things got off to kind of a bad start, and I only have me to thank. More on … Continue reading →

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Posted on May 26, 2013 by jimmy76mac

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Dirty German Endurance Fest 50k Pennypack Park, Philadelphia, PA 15th overall (12th male, 8th 30-39 age group) 4:41:22 unofficial time 9:05 per mile ~2200 ft of climbing

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Posted on November 7, 2012 by jimmy76mac

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