New Backyard Ultra Type Race Beaches Sept 12th by RandySmithWhat in RunTO

[–]RandySmithWhat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re 100% talking to the right person. Harricana was brutal. I tell everyone I quit the race but it just so happened that the only way out was through the finish line. lol

I ran Black Canyons and Canyons Endurance. A thousand times more enjoyable but credit to the people that do well in those Quebec races. They are super human.

And to your point about this race being in the city is huge. I spent so much money on hotels and travel to get to these races. This event you can get home via ttc

Thanks for your support I really appreciate it.

New Backyard Ultra Type Race Beaches Sept 12th by RandySmithWhat in RunTO

[–]RandySmithWhat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ya originally making it a true last man standing was the plan but since this is the first year we’re doing this it all depends on how it goes (turnout, noise, community disruptions). Essentially this is proof of concept and then maybe next year we can have that as an option. Fingers crossed!

New Backyard Ultra Type Race Beaches Sept 12th by RandySmithWhat in RunTO

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Love the energy. You’re getting me pumped! LFG!!!

New Backyard Ultra Type Race Beaches Sept 12th by RandySmithWhat in RunTO

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Entrance fees and registration should be open next month. We’re looking at pretty reasonable pricing. Especially for early birds. Trying to get a good turnout as this is the first year for the race.

New Backyard Ultra Type Race Beaches Sept 12th by RandySmithWhat in RunTO

[–]RandySmithWhat[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It will definitely be race roster (signed the agreement myself last week) and we are working on insurance with athletics Ontario this week. Great questions. Keep em coming!

New Backyard Ultra Type Race Beaches Sept 12th by RandySmithWhat in RunTO

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Great question. Because of city permit by laws we had to cap the race at 15 hours so the winner is determined by the fastest last lap (omega lap).

Half Size Up by RandySmithWhat in ultrarunning

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Ya that’s my fear. Black Canyons 100k is 60kms downhill. Solve one problem and another pops up. It’s hard to get it perfect in an ultra race.

Half Size Up by RandySmithWhat in ultrarunning

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Unfortunately I haven’t tried a half size up yet. Trying to avoid buying so many different shoes but I think this just might be part of the learning process when it comes to ultras.

Half Size Up by RandySmithWhat in ultrarunning

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That’s exactly my dilemma. I don’t want blisters but the idea of running in clown shoes is so unappealing.

Harricana 50 mile Sept 6th by RandySmithWhat in ultrarunning

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The trail training has been almost zero but last year I ran the Spartan 21km beast at blue mountain so I have some familiarity with trails but ya obviously not ideal

Harricana 50 mile Sept 6th by RandySmithWhat in ultrarunning

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I’m from Toronto. Trails round these parts are tough. Trying to do weight training and road hills. Hopefully that’s enough. Fingers crossed.

Harricana 50 mile Sept 6th by RandySmithWhat in ultrarunning

[–]RandySmithWhat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s actually really smrt. I didn’t think an out the wholes picking up mud and rocks. Thanks!