Aaaaany trail runners in here? Or beginner triathletes?
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Any of you trail runners also trail racers?
I've got a 4-miler coming up in a few weeks.0 -
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I'll say the risk is real! It was misty and a bit soggy on my run yesterday. I was crossing a creek and the flat rocks are slippery as snot. In an instant I was face down in that creek. My dog looked at me like I was an idiot since I literally had muddy water running down my face. I jammed my index finger trying to break that fall. But the worst damage -- it broke my fabulously manicured fingernail. LOL So all-in-all it was a glorious run! I've injured myself on those tree roots much worse fer sure.1 -
Any of you trail runners also trail racers?
I've got a 4-miler coming up in a few weeks.
I did one, earlier this year in February - it was a 6k in Griffith Park in LA. I know most trails are like this but it was a fairly uninspiring uphill out and downhill back on fire roads, I had fun in the way trail running and races are fun, but not sure I'd do it again. The shirt I paid for ended up being tiny and I appeared in zero photos.
Overall I prefer my own curated routes where I can be sure of some variation and something more exciting than packed dirt. Which is why we hit trails instead of roads, right?1 -
Trail and pavement here. After this marathon and half marathon season, I'd like to get into sprint tris.1
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I'm trying to get up the energy to do a trail run/bike/run. I'm wanting to do another off road duathlon. I did one last year and I get so tired from the ride that the second run kills me and I become "lazy footed". I've been doing the run/bike for the past few weeks hoping to add the second run soon. I'm thinking of practicing the second run on a gravel road until I get better.0
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I'm trying to get up the energy to do a trail run/bike/run. I'm wanting to do another off road duathlon. I did one last year and I get so tired from the ride that the second run kills me and I become "lazy footed". I've been doing the run/bike for the past few weeks hoping to add the second run soon. I'm thinking of practicing the second run on a gravel road until I get better.
I've done a couple on-road dus... I wish there were off-roads near me. That would be a great event! But I can definitely see the second run being, uh, problematic. Consider doing bike/runs rather than run/bikes. Or in addition to.1 -
I've done a couple on-road dus... I wish there were off-roads near me. That would be a great event! But I can definitely see the second run being, uh, problematic. Consider doing bike/runs rather than run/bikes. Or in addition to.[/quote]
Thanks! A bike/run is a great idea! I'll try that this weekend. Now I'm pumped1 -
i like trail running and racing but most of them are on morning when i work. I'm hoping to get a trail run soon.0
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As long as I remember to stop and enjoy it, yes. If I try to enjoy it while running, I usually end up face down in the dirt. Stupid roots...
I have done more damage to myself running (body slamming) than I ever did mtbing. Ditto on the stupid roots! [/quote]
I have taken my fair share of spills on the trails. On one occasion, I even had a friend along who was kind enough to photograph the evidence when we were finished. It was in the 90s that day, so the combination of blood, sweat and mud was quite a sight.
Here are a couple of shots from one of my favorite trails. The picture doesn't do it justice, but the view at the top is worth the climb.
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I did a bike/run this past Saturday. Rode to the fire tower on some single track then gravel road. Then did a run on the gravel road. Felt good, I'm hoping to up the adventure to run single track next weekend.2
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From Saturday...
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those trails look so good. I just started running this year, and I like the trails better than the roads.0
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Trail runner yes. I also road run too. Here’s a peak from late last night looking over Las Vegas NV. Enjoying the cool temps up top.
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What shoes does everyone use? I'm wearing my Salomon Speedcross 4's out rapidly so keen to see what else is around.0
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xrunlukerunx wrote: »What shoes does everyone use? I'm wearing my Salomon Speedcross 4's out rapidly so keen to see what else is around.
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xrunlukerunx wrote: »What shoes does everyone use? I'm wearing my Salomon Speedcross 4's out rapidly so keen to see what else is around.
Brooks Pure Grit and La Sportiva Kaptiva. Love them both.1 -
xrunlukerunx wrote: »What shoes does everyone use? I'm wearing my Salomon Speedcross 4's out rapidly so keen to see what else is around.
i have a pair of saucony xodus gtx.1 -
I have La Sportiva Bushidos. They have fantastic grip. Love them.1
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xrunlukerunx wrote: »What shoes does everyone use? I'm wearing my Salomon Speedcross 4's out rapidly so keen to see what else is around.
Topo Athletic ST2 or ST3 - i switched to them a couple years ago and never looked back1 -
I did the Appleman Tri in Littleton, MA, USA in July and also a couple of years back. It's .5mi swim, 10mi bike, and 3 mi run. The run is partially on a trail that goes up and down a grade with boulders on the trail. I walked that part! I also did the Harvest Triathlon in Warham, MA, USA in June. It also had the run on dirt (and sand!), but it was flat and very beautiful, running around cranberry bogs.
In general, I like to jog on dirt paths and do it regularly! Way more interesting and often cooler than the pavement!
(I don't like running up or down New England rocky trails for safety reasons, but I've been passed by several people who do it. Yowza!)0 -
lporter229 wrote: »I have La Sportiva Bushidos. They have fantastic grip. Love them.
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I've seen a couple of people mention La Sportiva Bushidos...
If you like those, it's worth trying the Kaptivas, which I believe is their newest shoe. Fit is slightly narrower through the midfoot, and ride is slightly more athletic/nimble overall, but IMO, still have that La Sportiva feel. To me, the biggest change/benefit is much more consistent traction across a wider range of terrain. I continue to be impressed with them.1 -
I've seen a couple of people mention La Sportiva Bushidos...
If you like those, it's worth trying the Kaptivas, which I believe is their newest shoe. Fit is slightly narrower through the midfoot, and ride is slightly more athletic/nimble overall, but IMO, still have that La Sportiva feel. To me, the biggest change/benefit is much more consistent traction across a wider range of terrain. I continue to be impressed with them.
Thanks! I will have to try them. If I have one complaint about the Bushidos, it's that they are a bit more rigid than I would like.0 -
lporter229 wrote: »I've seen a couple of people mention La Sportiva Bushidos...
If you like those, it's worth trying the Kaptivas, which I believe is their newest shoe. Fit is slightly narrower through the midfoot, and ride is slightly more athletic/nimble overall, but IMO, still have that La Sportiva feel. To me, the biggest change/benefit is much more consistent traction across a wider range of terrain. I continue to be impressed with them.
Thanks! I will have to try them. If I have one complaint about the Bushidos, it's that they are a bit more rigid than I would like.
That's the one thing I didn't like about them... just a touch too clunky feeling for me. They are definitely my pick for a jack of all trades shoe that is well suited to both running and hiking, but I wanted something a bit more athletic for my runs. The Kaptiva is definitely that shoe.
I do suggest you try them on prior to buying, or order from someplace with a good return policy -- they are more narrow than the Bushidos.1
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