LPTRunner Tina Heil finally got around to catching up on her 2012 race reports! ...
I’ve been meaning to write a race report since January. I
guess I’m a bit of a procrastinator. Better late than never! Here are my Trail
Highlights of 2012: Part I.
January 15, 2012:
Triple D Winter Race, 50K, Dubuque, IA
I got peer-pressured into this one. My friend was training
for Arrowhead and it was a perfect excuse to hang with her for 50 kilometers. I
was also in need of a weekend away and needed to get my rear in gear (I was in
hibernation mode). There appeared to be a very generous cut-off time so I
figured I would walk the distance if needed. The course was flat with just
enough snow and slush to make it a little more challenging. Along with my
friend, I made it to the first check point (mile 22) feeling pretty darn good.
Turns out we were the first ladies to make it in. I was feeling a little torn
as I was looking forward to an adult beverage (free bar tabs for all
participants at both check-ins and the finish), but considering that I am NEVER
one of the first female finishers I declined the Wild Turkey. The second check
point (marathon finish) came along and same deal, so we kept the momentum to
the finish. I believe we were the only gals to complete the 50K and I am pretty
proud of that. Check this race out if you’re looking for a flat course in the
middle of winter… and an open bar tab. The RD and volunteers were fantastic!
February 4, 2012: John
Dick, 50K
Ah, this was way more fun than I anticipated. It was a
beautiful day to run and I felt lucky to have company along way. I thought I
would get tired of the loops, but it was awesome to see the race as it
progressed and so many familiar faces. And Robert’s vegetarian chili – perfect
way to end the day!
March 10, 2012:
Prickly Pear, 50K, San Antonio, TX
Paul and I planned a short trip
(run-cation) to TX to visit my aunt & uncle, which is how we came across
the Prickly Pear. Paul had high hopes of running his first 50K, but
unfortunately injured his ankle the day after we sent in our registration.
Rainy and gloomy with temps in
the 40s… perfect conditions for this Wisconsinite! Or so I thought for the
first 6 miles before I encountered The Mud. The Mud was the mud of all mud. It
was only a 2-3 mile stretch of mud, but the course consisted of 3 loops.
Luckily by Round 3 the rain had watered it down enough for me to easily to win
the battle. I came in third overall female, which was also an unexpected
surprise. Guess the crappy weather got the best of those Texans. I had a lot of
fun, the volunteers were awesome and the post-run fajita party was great.
March 24, 2012: MS Run the US, Fat Ass 50K
Fun times running with my cousin-in-law Amy! I still can’t
believe she decided to run it… after only running (not even) half of the
distance. She’s cool and I’m super proud of her!
April 28, 2012:
Chippewa Moraine, 50K
This was a great event! I’m happy I decided to make that
Black Friday purchase – it was well worth the money. The course was so
beautiful and it was great to see so many LPTR people representin’. Paul was
hoping to run the 10K, but ended up handing it over to Dennis. (Congrats Dennis
on your first ever trail race!) Can’t wait to go back for this one… Chetek
happens.
Hoping to stay healthy and happy so that I can write Part
II!
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