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.
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Conquering Malibu Canyon’s 50K Challenge
Lea Reyes recounts her experience running her first 50K at Malibu Canyon trails. Despite training and preparation, she underestimated the challenging climbs. Along the way, she assisted an injured runner and enjoyed supportive aid stations. Finishing in 8:18, she felt elated and plans to continue her running adventures in nature.