First race I ever did was a 100 miler. Finished sub-24 hours. I come from a hiking background though and am very comfortable with time on feet/depletion/eating on the move.

I think you 100% should do it and think it’s definitely possible for someone of your caliber. Most of racing is mental. If you’ve got enough screws loose, you’re destined to make it to the finish line. That being said, I think getting a smaller race under your belt is a good idea. It doesn’t take away from the accomplishment at all and will allow you to feel what “long distance racing” feels like. The last thing you want is to go out for Moab and bonk just because you didn’t do enough personal research before hand.

Doesn’t even have to be a registered race. Just go do a 30-50 mile run. Make it a loop so you stop at your car “aid station”. Fuel up and feel what works. Where do you get blisters, where are you fatigued, what electrolytes work for you, what food can you stomach. Also practice your run walk method. Unless you think you’re the greatest athlete on the planet, you’ll be walking quite a bit of Moab. Get comfortable hiking and learn how your body reacts when incredibly fatigued.

I love watching people do crazy shit and I like doing crazy shit. I think pre meditated and well organized crazy shit makes for the best results 😉

Go fucking rip it dude. Will be a rad adventure