Long Run Saturday 3-8

[kevinspradlin]

Gotcha. I kinda figured 17 was long for the part I mentioned only because I averaged about 8:19 last time - and that "felt" about right at the time. Thanks for the info.

[frojoe23]

Good run by all on Saturday. Just a little recap. We met at the Depot in Frostburg. Had a great group. Jeremy and I ran 24 miles, Jim Jordan ran 20, Dan, Kevin, and Matt Fields ran 16. Also, had some help on the bikes from Dan's dad, Dave and from Rob. Really, a great run. Jeremy, Dan and I stuck together most of the way. Things started to pick up close to the Brush Tunnel. Dan and I met Rob's son Luke at the 5 mile mark past Cash Valley and attempted to run in with him. Things were a bit too fast at this point and that mile ended up at 6:05. Backed off a little to run 6:28 and 6:10 for the next two. Dan and I split at the Canal and I headed up over Fort Hill with Rob riding the bike beside me. I really felt strong at this point and as tough as it was to chase Rob on the bike, I'm glad he was with me. It rained for the last 8 miles and I started to get cold and tight. Rob left me at the Canal to ride in with Jeremy. It was a mud fest for the last 2 miles on the Canal. Tried to avoid as many puddles as I could, but eventually gave up. Really felt I struggled the last mile. Ended up running 2:27 (6:23 pace) for the 23 from the Depot. Jeremy came in at 2:38 for the 23, but I believe he made some pit-stops on the way.

Good run - and thanks to all for the support along the way especially Dave Dewitt and Rob Smith. It was a lot of fun and actually felt effortless until the last mile. On a really good note, Dan said that at the Canal we were 1:43, so I was able to run 44 minutes for the last 7 miles up over Fort Hill and Winifred with some Oldtown Road mixed in. Quite a tough little loop - ends up being 6:17 pace - I owe that to Rob on the bike!

[baldisbetter]

Agreed, it was a great time. The Hawkins Project looks very strong. Everyone is in great shape. Thanks all for having me along.