Capitol Peak 50 Miler 2010 in Story and Pictures

MY FIRST...
Capitol Peak was my first 50 mile race.  I am new to ultra running as of this year, and to try a 50 miler so soon, well, I must love it!  I figured that if I enjoy 50K why not 50 miles?  It only means I get to be on the trails longer doing what I love!  Although I knew it might be a little (not a lot, mind you!) crazy, I was willing to give it a go. I was lucky to have my friend and fellow Down Sound Racing partner, Challis, running with me.   

Challis keeps me warm at the start line

EARLY START
Race started at 6 AM, it was just getting light.

The scenery was incredible, with lots of open areas.  I like to break out of the trees every so often and see the views and this race had a lot of those breaks.  In the early miles there were a lot of clear cuts that we traversed and they had their own unique  beauty: small alders reaching for the sky amidst uprooted sculpture-like tree stumps.  Fog filled some of the empty hillsides and in the distance, trees grew for miles. (Click on "read more" for the full race report)

Sort of Barefoot for the Capitol Peak 50 Mile Ultra Marathon

 click on the map for a closer look

50 miles coming right up!

This Sunday April 25th I'll be doing the Capitol Peak 50 miler. It will be my first 50 mile race; I am so excited!  Provided the weather is somewhat dry, I will be wearing my Vibram Fivefinger Barefooting shoes.  They are a pleasure to run in.

Visit the Capitol Peak Ultra website at:
http://www.capitolpeakultras.com/CP50mile.htm
Race information:
http://www.capitolpeakultras.com/50milerace_info.htm
The course:
http://www.capitolpeakultras.com/course.htm
50 mile course map:
http://www.capitolpeakultras.com/course.htm

I'll be wearing these shoes, provided it is not raining

I'll be wearing this backpack to carry my water and foodstuff.