Tim Mullican (MM7665) covered 33.6 miles at the Goose Bumps 6 and 24 hour run on Goose Island near La Crosse, Wisconsin. Early Saturday rain dumped 4.5 to 5 inches, and lightning closed the course for nearly five hours. No time was added back, and there was no medal. The run was the reward.
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Buckle Earned: Brenda Folkerts’ First 100 at Ultra Fest
Brenda Folkerts (MM15695, DA3674, HF18068) finished her first 100-miler at Ultra Fest in Easton, Washington, a day she had planned for five years. Pacers, crew, and her husband got her to the buckle after doctors said rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and POTS would keep her from it. She is calling it one and done, with 100K as her new max while she works on 50 states.
2025 Marathon Maniacs Hall of Fame Inductee Sherry Gottlieb
Sherry Gottlieb has been inducted into the Marathon Maniacs Hall of Fame as a 2025 member, completing 333 lifetime marathons and ultras. Her milestone was celebrated with her 333rd marathon in Athens, Greece. Friends recognized her perseverance and commitment, highlighting her impact on their running journeys. Congratulations to Sherry!
Conquering Iowa’s Hillbilly Hike
Scott Pearson reflects on completing the Half 70 race in Iowa, a local event amid chilly temperatures and a scenic course. Despite a challenging year, he achieved a solid finish time of 240 minutes. He expressed disappointment in the wooden medal, contrasting it with previous years’ offerings, while appreciating the volunteers’ efforts and post-race food.
In Unity We Run Celebration: Even Splits in the PNW
Steve Walters completed his fifth marathon/ultra in four weekends at the In Unity We Run Marathon in Kent, Washington. Despite mixed weather and a sore hamstring, he maintained even splits of 2:20:27 and 2:20:43. With no upcoming races, he plans to rest for the next two weekends.
Racing Toward 1,000 Marathons: 116.54 KM Victory at Tuffman’s 24-Hour Chandigarh Run
Sivabalan Pandian recently completed his third 24-hour stadium run organized by Tuffman in Chandigarh, achieving a personal best of 116.54 km. At age 66, he surpassed his previous distances from 2021 and 2024. He is now close to his goal of completing 1000 full and ultra marathons, having reached 885.
Finishing Marathon #545 at the Fall Freakin Fun Run in Kirkland
Steve Walters (MM338, DA5, HF21) finished marathon or ultra 545 at the Fall Freakin Fun Run in Kirkland, Washington.
India’s Temple Run
Sivabalan Pandian (MM13150) finished India’s Temple Run with support from Jollyboys in Ranipet.
Finishing 50 States For The Third Time
Jun Ulama (MM12617) finished a third 50-state round at Anchorage Runfest.
10 Days at Bad Blumau in Austria
Sivabalan Pandian (MM13150) finished 10 races in 10 days at Bad Blumau in Austria for the fifth time.