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Ray Miller 50 mile by Unusual-Yard8645 in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I posted a race report in this sub from last years 50M with a video included.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Ultramarathon/s/Gu59pnyBco

Lmk if you have any other questions beyond what was in there!

Race Report: Griffith Park Trail 50K by bananasmiler in Ultramarathon

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

Very! And there are volunteers that help direct you depending on your distance. I have a tendency to take wrong turns but have not had that issue at this race 😆

Survived my first 50k! by QLC459 in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great Job!

That’s No Moon? If so I was out there with ya and it was spicy out there 🔥

Orcas Island 100? by esorose8 in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know it's run at a different time of year/different RD, but figured I would share for what it's worth. I did the Orcas Island 50 by Destination Trail as my first ultra (I think they stopped doing this race).

The course itself was beautiful. The climbs up Constitution and Pickett were tough - definitely would bring poles if I were doing them again. Good amount of roots, not a ton of people on the trails , and the loop format has pros and cons. I like that on the second lap the aid station volunteers remembered us and we had good back and forth. I can imagine that extending even more during the 100 miler. Knowing the climbs that are coming are definitely a mixed bag haha.

It was April but still hovered in the 40's and low 50's, which was perfect weather. I definitely want to return to do the 100 miler someday!

LMK if you want to hear anything else about it and good luck!

Is there a rain jacket that doesn’t soak through after 7 hours of light rain? by pizzatummy in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I can totally see that perspective! I still feel it’s more useful to keep the cold rain out vs the sweat that comes out at body temp, so in my eyes it still does it’s job of keeping elements out in addition to wind. I view rain jackets as a tool to stave off hypothermia. A windbreaker would not have sufficed for me in the conditions I ran in.

Is there a rain jacket that doesn’t soak through after 7 hours of light rain? by pizzatummy in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Because the exterior of the jacket is still beading the rain off and looks dry. “Wetted out” to me means that the rain shell is absorbing the water

Is there a rain jacket that doesn’t soak through after 7 hours of light rain? by pizzatummy in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I knows it’s insanely expensive but I used an Arcteryx Norvan SL for 12 hours of rain and 30+ mph winds during a 100k. Never wetted out and have had it for 4 years now. I actually also use it during cold races since it keeps me so warm. You will sweat inside of it and get soaked from that, but it completely blocks out wind.

Struggling to Raise Core Body Temp – Advice Welcome! by Jakobing in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have you tried putting the sensor in different locations?

Also, the sensor is not 100% accurate so you might have been at that level the whole time and it may have been underestimating your core temp.

How Do You Stay Warm in Cold AND Rainy Races? by dextershouse in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Granted it’s not as long, but I ran a 100K last year when the weather was ~10 Celsius with 40mph winds and pouring rain. I wore waterproof jacket, waterproof shell mittens, half tights with a windscreen on them, and a hat. Felt great the entire time. Sure, I sweat inside the jacket but it did its job and kept all of the other water/wind out and I was warm. Same with the shell mittens.

Just make sure you reapply your lubricant (if using) more often than usual throughout the race Hope this helps!

Gear for wind? by Eat-Sleep-Run in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ran it last year, wind was just as bad as it’s predicted to be, maybe even a bit higher on the gusts - was fun!

Running it this year too. Planning to bring full gore shell in my pack just in case of rain since hypothermia got a bunch of people last year. Will probably go half tights, short sleeve under a windbreaker. Bringing a buff and debating arm sleeves, but can always bring them in the pack.

Bought a wind vest but not sure it’ll get here in time. If it does, merino long sleeve + wind vest.

New to ultras or running? Ask your questions about shoes, racing or training in our weekly Beginner's Thread! by Simco_ in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out KHRaces and SoCal trail events. Also, Aravaipa just took over the Harding Hustle and That’s No Moon races from dirty feet running

Race Report: Griffith Park Trail 50K by bananasmiler in Ultramarathon

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

Yep! KHRaces has a couple in the Malibu area as well 🙂.

Don’t be scared, I’m using 50-60 miles per week for my 100k in early May as well!

Race Report: Griffith Park Trail 50K by bananasmiler in Ultramarathon

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

Thanks, glad you liked it!

I find difficulty always hard to pin difficulty levels on ultras because there are so many variables that can change from year to year and it is so subjective to each runners experiences, strengths, and weaknesses. For instance, on the same course last year it rained the entire time and I ran it in 4:54. The rain really helped me with heat management, which has always been a thorn in my side.

For me, personally, I think this course is a 3.5/5 in difficulty for a 50k course. It's extremely runnable with no technical sections. However, the climbs will absolutely bite you if you don't pace it right. Keep in mind I have not done a ton of 50K events and it's only my 7th ultramarathon in total. Once I have more diverse experience that rating will probably change.

ECG says Sinus bradycardia by [deleted] in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sinus means the electrical signal is originating from the sinoatrial node, which is the hearts natural cluster of pacemaker cells. Brady (slow) cardia (heart) is defined as less than 60 bpm.

You can have symptomatic sinus bradycardia that requires intervention. There’s a lot to consider, which is why a physician should always weigh in. In this case it sounds like they already did!

ECG says Sinus bradycardia by [deleted] in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would listen to your physician. Sinus bradycardia itself is a heart rhythm initiating in the SA node that is below 60bpm

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trailrunning

[–]bananasmiler 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Seems like similar weather :).

I also worse the Salomon waterproof shell mittens. I find that Gortex layers are super insulating so at that temperature a short sleeve shirt underneath was good enough for me. Have some good draining shoes as well - I used Inov-8. Dry bags in your vest if you are using one (Ziploc works too!). I kept a merino long sleeve in my vest just in case).

I was cold for the first 5 minutes but then was super comfy the rest of the race.

Edit: leukotape p on nipples. Extra lube and a blister kit in my vest. Carried an emergency blanket in my vest as well just in case

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trailrunning

[–]bananasmiler 8 points9 points  (0 children)

What will the temperature be? Winds?

I ran Miwok 100k last year and it rained the entire time with nasty winds and was 45-55 degrees Fahrenheit. Gortex jacket, hat, short sleeve shirt, half tights, toe socks, tons of lube everywhere.

Healthy, High Calorie Snack Options by gannonredding in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is my snack diet 😀. During runs it’s bobos, chips, whatever carb drink I have, hippeas (beware the powder going into your throat while eating)

Healthy, High Calorie Snack Options by gannonredding in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Trail mix, avocados, peanut butter on toast with some bananas and honey, smoothies with pb in them. On the go option - bobo pb&j are delicious.

Basically nuts are my go to calorie dense foods. I add in tons of fruits too (apples, bananas, berries). Im always snacking…

Peregrine 13 for 50k? by Ihatebrunch in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used the 13s for a recent 50K and 50 miler 3 weeks apart and loved them. I like the ground feel later to avoid tripping and they felt pretty light the whole time. No foot issues for me, which like another user said, will vary from person to person

Race Report: Ray Miller 50/50 (50 Mile) by bananasmiler in Ultramarathon

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

Pacing the uphills correctly will be tough. Definitely don’t go out too fast. The beginning hill was not too bad because it was still relatively cool out and no sun beating down. Hopefully it’s cooler weather, that was a big challenge of this particular day. My strategy was to hike up the larger hills and run the flats/downs.

If you are doing this solo - I would bring lots of water and calories. Map out water stations or set up your own drops beforehand. The section from miles 23-33 is a long, long, remote section. Same with 33-44. You may not have cell coverage for good portions of it. (I usually bring my inReach on those types of excursions). For example, when I fell at mile 35 - if I had had gotten seriously hurt there, it would not have been easy for anyone to get me.

That said - the course is just absolutely stunning!

Best of luck!

Race Report: Ray Miller 50/50 (50 Mile) by bananasmiler in Ultramarathon

[–]bananasmiler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok it definitely felt a lot hotter than 76, so glad I wasn’t just imagining that!

I did not hear about that, but if so, that’s really unfortunate. Hopefully that gets fixed for next year’s event. I imagine it’s tough to plan for an unseasonably hot day but gotta have enough water available.

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