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  • 18 miles
  • 02:41 time
  • 08:55 pace
  • 2136 calories
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  • 0 ft climb
  • 0 max hr
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alright N. Boulder / Boulder Rez. 18.09 mi 02:41 08:55 pace

Just a slog. In the war of attrition, I stopped well before the wind did, but I feel somewhat victorious inasmuch I finished. I ran 12 from home, including a loop of Boulder Reservoir, but the wind gusts were easily 60 mph across the dam. I would have cashed it in, probably, if I had to run home, but my wife joined me and was like 'You've got to be kidding!' We decided not to do a loop again but rather be side-swiped for 6 miles instead... http://connect.garmin.com/activity/145565604

4 months ago via Garmin

Calories
2136
  • Chronic Runner M.
    Chronic Runner M.
    Chronic Runner M.

    I had your run yesterday, with some minor variations, but 'slog' sounds about right. I referred to mine as a 'suckfest'. Good job sloggin through the sloggins, as we say at my house ;)

    4 months ago • Like

  • Paul S.
    Paul S.
    Paul S.

    Nice 'time on your feet' run--these pay big dividends as well..solid miles!

    4 months ago • Like

  • Jon
    Jon
    Jon

    Way to go, Dave. You had lots of reasons to bail or significantly alter this run -- but you got 'er done! What a difference 50 miles makes, as it's been pretty darn calm down here this morning...

    4 months ago • Like

  • John J.
    John J.
    John J.

    Wow I would have caved. You are a strong man to take that on. One to remember. Way to go.

    4 months ago • Like

  • Aj
    Aj
    Aj

    The wind gets pretty damn tough up there in Boulder. You could see all the damage on the trails yesterday -- dozens of fallen trees. Way to power through!

    4 months ago • Like

  • Jen J.
    Jen J.
    Jen J.

    Dang Dave, that just sounds miserable. I guess you proved my "wimpy" comment wrong :) Happy Sunday!

    4 months ago • Like

  • Tamara G.
    Tamara G.
    Tamara G.

    I can't imagine this, but it must make you stronger. Awesome slog.

    4 months ago • Like

  • Mark H.P
    Mark H.
    Mark H.

    60 kph is challenging enough, but 60 mph - holy smokes you rock!

    4 months ago • Like

  • Mike S.P
    Mike S.
    Mike S.

    Good job staying earthbound, David! You'll be tougher in the end as a result.

    4 months ago • Like

  • Rick C.
    Rick C.
    Rick C.

    Great that you were able to show some perseverance and get in your 18 this morning. Nice pace in the wind.

    4 months ago • Like

  • Andy F.P
    Andy F.
    Andy F.

    Wow, sounds tough! Great job gutting it out!

    4 months ago • Like

  • Tara M.
    Tara M.
    Tara M.

    You have been doing lots of miles. Way to go!

    4 months ago • Like

  • Chuck R.
    Chuck R.
    Chuck R.

    Way to stick it out Dave. Toughie but a goodie.

    4 months ago • Like

  • Kimberly C.
    Kimberly C.
    Kimberly C.

    wow incredible distance and pace in the wind!!! I miss running outside ;( and in Colorado! great run!

    4 months ago • Like

  • Ellen S.
    Ellen S.
    Ellen S.

    Wow, way to push through that long run!

    4 months ago • Like

  • Ed T.
    Ed T.
    Ed T.

    way to get it done Dave...it's official---you are an animal!!

    4 months ago • Like