Tag: running
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A poem of my year of ultras (2024)
Through forests, mountains, and limitless desert space. Each sunrise whispered, “Push on, endure,” Each sunset sang, “Your spirit is pure.” Roots and stones were the verses I read, With each aching step, new chapters were said. When the rain lashed down and shadows grew long, The rhythm of footfalls became…
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Yorkshire 3 peaks 100k
The Yorkshire 3 Peaks 100km is organised by Stu Westfield of Ranger Ultras. Starting in the picturesque town of Hawes, nestled in North Yorkshire, this race challenges you to conquer the three highest peaks in Yorkshire: Whernside (736m), Ingleborough (724m), and Pen-y-Ghent (694m), and also Whitber Hill (427m) twice—once on…
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My gear for the Marathon des Sables 2024
Marathon des Sables 2024 — kit at a glance Total pack weight: 10kg all-in, including 1.5L water and 7 days of foodFood: ~14,000 calories, 3,813g, divided into labelled stage bagsMain shoe: HOKA Speedgoat 5 with sand gaitersRace: 250km, 6 stages, 7 days, fully self-sufficient across the Sahara The Marathon des…
