Trail Talk & Junk JMTC Podcast

A long overdue recap of the Midstate Massive 100 miler with Ryan Pelletier. This was his 2nd Hundred Miler within 4 weeks of each other. His first ever attempt / completion was at Pine Creek. We have been struggling technology wise with the recording and limits on attendees and lengths. I thought I found the perfect solution, but there were some issues and we got cut off near the end of the recording. I'm going to upload it the way it turned out - because hey, we are by no means perfect - so it seems fitting. I have a different solution I will try on the next recording "Episode #016 - the Hamster Wheel". Stay tuned

On Saturday - September 12, 2020 four local runners drove out to Wellsboro, PA to tackle the Pine Creek Challenge 100 miler. The four runners were: Padraig Mullens, Ryan Pelletier, Josh Milich, and Brian Tjersland. They made the trip themselves and they each ran the race without the help of any crews nor pacers. Turned out to be a great trip with Mullens winning the overall race with a time of 16:40:10. Pelletier finished his first 100 mile attempt with an impressive time of 21:21:27 giving him an 8th place overall finish. Milich crossed the line in 24th place at 26:00:06 and Tjersland came in 25th place at 26:00:07. This episode helps pain the picture for the rest of us that could not be there with them on this epic trip to a rare 100 mile trail race that wasn't taken down by Covid-19. Awesome day all around for these four incredible runners.

Course Description from Ultrasignup: It will be a scenic trail run along Pine Creek in northern Pennsylvania. The Pine Creek Rail Trail stretches 63 miles from Wellsboro Junction to Jersey Shore. It is repeatedly listed as one of the finest bike rides in the Northeast. We have set up an out and back course that uses 25 miles of the upper, “Canyon”, section. This section is through the Grand Canyon of the East, the Pine Creek Gorge. The Gorge stretches for 47 miles. It is nearly a mile wide and 1,450 feet deep at its deepest point. This section of Pine Creek is listed as a National Natural Landmark. 

Link to Race Results: https://ultrasignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=74639

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During this crazy time of the Coronavirus pandemic, we get together to talk the effects on the running community. What races are cancelled, what will still be run this year. Thoughts on Virtual racing and what we are all doing to keep our Type-A personalities in check during it all.

IT'S HERE... after months of hounding, we were finally able to wrangle the four guys from the 500 mile journey into one room together. We had Josh, Brian, Donnie, and Jared held captive to recap some of the highs and lows of their epic journey from Bourne, MA to Arlington, VA on Veteran's Day 2019. This incredible "feet" brought so much awareness to Mission 22 and the many lives they strive to help on a daily basis. Myself and Ryan were there in the room tending to electronics and steering the train as the guys did broadcast LIVE on Facebook. I then saved a simple audio copy of their broadcast in order to put it out there on this podcast platform. Epic Adventure and a Life Changing event for many people, especially these four Rock Stars: Josh, Brian, Donnie, and Jared!

Also...be on the lookout for a bunch of great events these guys are organizing for the upcoming year to help raise awareness for Mission 22!

In Episode #011 we talk with the co-founders of DTR (Down to Run) Adre & Ludi Chaves who helped put Ultra Distance Trail Racing on the map in Florida. Andre, Ludi, and their dog Summit pretty much embody the Ultra Outdoors Lifestyle. They spend time in their home state of Florida as well as Colorado where they have a second home nestled in the mountains at 9,420 feet. They are always out in search of new adventures. They are both accomplished Ultra Runners, and love spending time with their friends on the trails.

I first met them when I entered the Dunes 100 for the first time. Their entire crew made everyone feel like family right away, and I have nothing but the utmost respect for how they live their lives and keep people actively engaged at the same time. It was my pleasure having them call in to be recorded, and I highly recommend you attend one of their events if you ever have the chance to do that.

Instagram: Andre (@ultragrasshopper), Ludi (@trail_chipmunk), DTR (@downtorun), Summit(@summit_trail_weim)

DTR ENdurance Challenge link:   https://www.downtorun.com/dunes-100-endurance-challenge/

Air BnB Colorado Cottage link:   https://bit.ly/2QNB7ZU

2019 Ghost Train Race Recap by none other than Vincent Savino who surprised everyone by sneaking in his first Hundo at this year's Ghost Train. It's great to hear this humble dude explain his journey on the 7.5 mile Out and Back that has tormented many of us in the past! He never really considered it, never spoke of it, just took what the day gave and NAILED IT! ...Congrats