Tunnel Hill 100 (2017) Race Report


Tunnel Hill 100 (2017) Race Report



 I saw an amazing display of athleticism and it was always heading in the opposite direction and fast.  I am just embarrassed I didn't realize who I was watching for the total of less than 2 minutes amid my 21 hour journey.


I did get to spend some time once again with a Bad-ass multi year Badwater finisher and 1997 winner, that's always a treat.


I ran the first 50 miles at just over 8:30 and hobbled along the last 30 to finished at 21:01.


I saw angles and even my wife and dog, but unfortunately I saw all of them just after the last aid station with about 3 miles to go and they all left me in the dark mumbling to myself.


I think I am happy, at least only 2 people picked me off in the last 50 miles, but was shooting for sub-20 so not elated.


I met a lot more cool people and loved the race.  My family also appreciated the course as they could handle me without themselves being ran ragged.


I highly recommend the race, but just try and forget about the 8 miles going up to the tunnel as the hill is there and it's visible, at least the first time you see it.


Best of luck to all as we finish out 2017

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