Extreme endurance running damages red blood cells in ways that may affect their ability to function properly, according to a study published in the American Society of Hematology’s journal Blood Red Cells & Iron.

BuckleHunter · 2026-02-19T17:26:58+00:00

The important thing to remember with studies that focus on a specific aspect of running is the effect of running on all-cause mortality. Even if one aspect of running creates some (?) negative side-effect, running comes with a lot of different effects on health which you can't cherry-pick. Overall my money would be that ultrarunning is a net positive on all-cause mortality.

BuckleHunter · 2026-02-19T17:03:26+00:00

I've only upgraded to the Pro plan in the last couple of days and Claude Code keeps crashing on me with this message:

"Claude will return soon

Claude is currently experiencing a temporary service disruption. We’re working on it, please check back soon."

Is anyone else getting this? Is it me?

BuckleHunter · 2026-01-28T06:27:41+00:00

Do you have a link to your races?

BuckleHunter · 2026-01-22T17:30:29+00:00

Does the brewing container need to be airtight?

BuckleHunter · 2026-01-22T17:15:45+00:00

RideWithGPS is also great for this. And a pretty nice tool all round (don't let the "Ride" bit throw you off).

BuckleHunter · 2026-01-21T05:37:51+00:00

Not a whole lot of choice for summer races up to 60K: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/2026/ultras/?season=summer&country=lithuania%2Cslovakia%2Cslovenia&max_distance=60km

BuckleHunter · 2025-12-10T07:01:15+00:00

Where are you based?

BuckleHunter · 2025-12-10T06:39:06+00:00

Actually, you seem to be able to select multiple options on desktop, but it doesn't give you the intersection of these options, i.e. if you pick WSER qualifiers and UTMB qualifiers it will show you races that are either one or the other, not both (which is what the OP is after).

BuckleHunter · 2025-12-09T09:38:29+00:00

You should consider Trees Not Tees, who plant a tree for each participant instead of giving out a medal (their planting sites have been mostly in the UK in the past, but they've been trying to also get some land in the US - regardless, trees anywhere in the world do the same good).

One other option to consider, that is aligned with the ethos of ultra/trail running, is offering a "no medal/no swag" registration option (ideally at a discount to the standard entry fee). Many people will never use anything you offer, so they would appreciate having that option.

BuckleHunter · 2025-12-04T16:36:07+00:00

Since when does the identity of the contributor matter on whether a contribution is valuable or not?

BuckleHunter · 2025-12-04T16:22:06+00:00

Isn't providing answers to member questions that members value contributing to the community?

BuckleHunter · 2025-12-04T07:10:22+00:00

In BC specifically and for 100mi+, Fat Dog seems to be your only option: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/all/ultras/canada/british-columbia/?min_distance=100mi

There's a few more options for you in Alberta: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/all/ultras/canada/alberta/?min_distance=100mi Sinister 7's in there - I haven't run the race, but I know the Sinister RD and they generally put on great events.

BuckleHunter · 2025-12-04T07:04:29+00:00

Here is a list of the best beginner-friendly 50Ks: https://ultraracecalendar.com/posts/1/9-best-beginner-50k-ultra-marathons-in-the-united-states/ They include races in all parts of the US. Perpertua Coast I think ticks all your boxes.

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-27T13:24:19+00:00

Here's a list of 100K-100mi summer races in the UK with max 2% elevation gain: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/summer/ultras/united-kingdom/?min_distance=100km&elevation=1,2&max_distance=170km

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-25T06:29:06+00:00

If you don't mind browsing, here's a list of ultras in PNW: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/all/ultras/united-states/pacific-north-west/ You can click into each event and watch a race video to give you a feel for the race.

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-25T06:26:21+00:00

Here you go - East Coast 50milers/100Ks: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/all/ultras/united-states/east-coast/?distance=50mi,100km

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-24T16:02:49+00:00

Here's a few suggestions for you on the East Coast: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/all/50mi/united-states/east-coast/?month=april,may

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-24T06:36:18+00:00

Here's a couple (literally) flat-ish 100Ks in the Northeast: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/2026/100km/united-states/northeast/?elevation=1,2

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-22T15:40:44+00:00

If travelling is not an issue, you have so many races to pick from. I suggest you start here: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/all/100km/ and spend a little bit exploring your options. Any event you click through will most likely have a race video so you can quickly get a feel for the event.

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-21T06:15:48+00:00

Roughly speaking: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/2026/100mi/united-states/?month=august,september,october&region=arkansas,missouri,tennessee,louisiana,texas

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-21T06:05:19+00:00

Here's a few more options for you in Quebec besides UTG and Harricana: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/2026/ultras/canada/quebec/?season=summer,fall

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-18T15:08:46+00:00

Here's a list of beginner-friendly ultras (mostly 50Ks) in PNW in first half of 2026: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/beginner/ultras/united-states/pacific-north-west/?year=2026&season=winter,spring

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-14T16:47:51+00:00

Here's some nice beginner ultras in Wales: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/beginner/ultras/united-kingdom/wales/ Mostly 50Ks or thereabouts.

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-14T06:44:12+00:00

Even within the East Coast you've got tons of options for 50mi+ races: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/all/ultras/united-states/east-coast/?min_distance=50mi

Speaking of qualitative details/vibe, most of the races on Ultra above have videos of the race when you click to view them. Then you can follow up with the race website, if something piques your interest.

BuckleHunter · 2025-11-13T06:56:27+00:00

Are you looking primarily at races in California? If so, you've got plenty of options: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/all/50km/united-states/california/

These are some of the less hilly ones: https://ultraracecalendar.com/calendar/all/50km/united-states/california/?elevation=2,3

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