Planning on running in this event. I've done lots of 5 and 10 k's and one 1/2 marathon, but never anything like this any advice would be appreciated....
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Brad
ducttapedinian
Jan 12, 2011 11:23 pm
Hey Thom, Great to see your interest! I've done this event each of its first two years, and love it. :) Am currently at work, so will take more time later to...
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Tommy Doias
doias@att.net
Jan 13, 2011 2:52 am
It's a tough one. The race is a point to point so you start and finish 102 miles down the trail. There are easier ones out there but the OT will get you...
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Joe Miller
spang1967
Jan 13, 2011 3:00 am
I would highly suggest you sign up for, train for and complete a race like the Berryman 50 mile as your next order of business: ...
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Martie Clark
ktwc75
Jan 13, 2011 1:49 pm
It is a great race, the support crews have plenty of food and motivation for you. The biggest mistake I made was not changing my shoes enough, I did my socks...
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Caroline Williams
kimchee62
Jan 13, 2011 2:11 pm
I have been there twice. First time as a runner, and last time as a volunteer. I tried to sweep the course last October, but the loose rocks covered by the...
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David Donald
bigcat48...
Jan 13, 2011 4:39 pm
Berryman sold out a couple of days ago. If you volunteer, the RD's will hold a 2012 spot for you. Regards, David in St Louis ... From: Martie Clark To:...
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andyman68
Jan 13, 2011 4:58 pm
Are you sure Berryman is sold out? I registered on Sunday and the online registration appears to still be open...
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David Donald
bigcat48...
Jan 13, 2011 5:54 pm
I am sure. The race director sent an email to SLUG members a couple of days ago about it. I'm guessing she hasn't informed Active yet about reaching the...
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McLovin McLovin
mclovinv...
Jan 13, 2011 10:37 pm
I ran in the 2009 OT only having ran a couple half marathons but I only made it 26 miles. Had I known about salt pills or making sure to eat enough I would of ...
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Lucia Alzaga
lucialzag
Jan 13, 2011 10:47 pm
I don't want to be a party pooper, just realistic. I'm a seasoned marathon runner and had some 50k in. I had to quit at mile 95 with two hours to go due to a...
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thom groff
medic16129
Jan 14, 2011 12:54 pm
Thanks to all for the responses up to this point. All of your advice is well taken, so please keep it coming!! Thanks to all for the responses up to this...
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Caroline Williams
kimchee62
Jan 14, 2011 1:59 pm
I would highly recommend running at least one if not more 50 mile events before attempting your first 100. 100-mile event--very different animal. More ...
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Ken Saveth
ksaveth
Jan 14, 2011 2:18 pm
Caroline: Â Very good advice. Â You seem to have some good experience, so let me ask you this - Â I recently successfully completed my FIRST 100 miler -...
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Gina Clark
gina_c5
Jan 14, 2011 5:05 pm
 hey, have a nice day. I want to recommend a good website to you. they sell all kinds of electronic products such as laptop,handset,lcd...
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Brad
ducttapedinian
Jan 17, 2011 12:34 pm
Thom, Let me start by saying that, if you're serious about this pursuit, there's a lot of learning, work, highs & lows, risks & rewards ahead of you. I'm...
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Ken Saveth
ksaveth
Jan 17, 2011 1:13 pm
Awesome post Brad. You obviously have earned the right to post what you did. Â I have recently finished my first 100 miler (Mother Road 100.3) this past...
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Gina Clark
gina_c5
Jan 21, 2011 5:50 am
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Gina Clark
gina_c5
Jan 28, 2011 3:09 pm
I have a Japanese friend told me that he worked in a Japanese company. I visited the company he worked for and found the products very favorable. And there are...
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Josh
mwsxe
Feb 17, 2011 8:03 pm
Is this race still going to be held this year and when would registration open?...
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ozarktrail100@...
peschoenlaub
Feb 17, 2011 8:35 pm
Yes, the race will be on November 5, 2011. Registration is planned to be open on Runrace.net by March 1, 2011. ... From: Josh <mwsxe@...> To: ot100...
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Brad
ducttapedinian
Apr 5, 2011 7:24 pm
Howdy All, I've reserved a cabin (http://www.bassresort.com/bassresort/cabins.cfm) for this fall's race, and am opening the doors to any who need some lodging...
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andyspipedream
Apr 26, 2011 2:57 pm
This will be my 1st ultra run and I'm sure I'll have plenty of questions... Can you use an iPod during the race? I didn't see the rules address this issue....
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Ken Clark
ktwc75
Apr 26, 2011 3:02 pm
I did last year. ... questions... Can you use an iPod during the race? I didn't see the rules address this issue....
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andyspipedream
Apr 26, 2011 7:11 pm
Thank you....
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Ken Clark
ktwc75
Apr 26, 2011 7:14 pm
No problem, I would recommend having two ipods if you do not have pacers. Your mind can screw with you at night when you are by yourself....
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denyspam@...
denyspam...
Jun 25, 2011 3:43 pm
Considering the OT100 as my first 100, just wondered from some who have completed it if this is a good first 100? How are the aid stations, organization, etc....
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Brad
ducttapedinian
Jul 2, 2011 10:36 pm
I'll answer this in two parts: I did Ozark as my first 100, as did quite a few others I know. I'm still doing 100s, love 'em (just finished Western States)...
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thunderbird74_sc
thunderbird7...
Jul 13, 2011 3:46 am
Would really love a map for the trail. Is one available?...
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Brad
ducttapedinian
Jul 13, 2011 4:01 am
I just uploaded the Runner <http://f1.grp.yahoofs.com/v1/MAodTgmu7ttLQoK8d83b48tpCqkTcDi77YMjTH9-4W\ ...
