Tim Mullican participated in the No Bull Around 24-hour ultra from April 25-26. Despite cold weather and rain, he aimed to complete as many miles as possible. After reaching 20 miles, he took a break, changed clothes, and faced knee stiffness that hindered his performance. Despite the challenges, he achieved his goal of 32 miles and unexpectedly placed first among men due to a small participant pool, enjoying the camaraderie of fellow runners.
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From 2006 to Now – Finishing My 6th Half Since Starting Over
Jennifer Champagne Saunders shares her journey back to long distance running after a nearly 20-year hiatus caused by foot surgery, relocation, and family commitments. After the loss of her mother, she rekindled her passion for running, completing six half marathons in under six months. Emphasizing gratitude, she cherishes the supportive community, the moments of joy during the races, and the police and volunteers who ensure safety. Though her pace has slowed, she remains thankful for the experience and looks forward to future events, particularly the HF meetup in January.
DNF at Rattlesnake Dick 50k: Embracing the Struggle
Gysel Parajon shares her experience at the Rattlesnake Dick 50k trail race in Cool, CA. She aimed to push her limits beyond a marathon distance, attracting her to this local event with a generous 10-hour time limit. Although she started strong, the heat affected her pace, and fear of encountered rattlesnakes led her to slow down. Ultimately, she missed the first cutoff by four minutes. Despite not finishing, Gysel enjoyed meeting fellow runners and volunteers, and plans to return next year.
Redemption on the Trails: Conquering Mammoth Trailfest 50k
Gysel Parajon reflects on her experience completing the Mammoth Trailfest 50k after a previous DNF. Despite menstrual cramps and shoe chafing, she met all cutoffs and felt emotional reaching the finish line. Grateful for support from friends and volunteers, she looks forward to improving her time in future races.
50K Success at the Westfield Ultra
Alexis Davidson completed the MissionCleanWater Westfield Ultra, choosing the 9-hour option to aim for a 50K. The weather was favorable, with temperatures between 69-80°F. He maintained a strong pace initially but slowed down due to foot fatigue. His final times were 6:49:36 for the 50K and 6:51:32 for 31.2 miles.
Benalmadena Blitz: 10 Marathons, 10 Days, One Goal
Sivabalan Pandian completed an impressive feat of running 10 full marathons in 10 consecutive days from May 23 to June 1, 2025, in Benalmádena, Spain. Despite a prior injury, he maintained consistent finish times and enjoyed the experience with fellow runners, achieving a total of 915 marathons completed.