Hellbender 2022 is in the books. Hear from race winners Jonathan Ibach & Marisa Romeo about their races and my closing thoughts on the event.   To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/    To reach NC Mountain Trail Runners Club, please visit: https://ncmtr.org/   To reach Aaron, please email: [email protected]   To find out more information about Hellbender, please visit: https://www.hellbender100.com/   Also, please like our...

Reminders & Race Schedule explained in the Episode.   To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/    To reach NC Mountain Trail Runners Club, please visit: https://ncmtr.org/   To reach Aaron, please email: [email protected]   To find out more information about Hellbender, please visit: https://www.hellbender100.com/   Also, please like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Hellbender100   And Instagram:...

In this episode, I review the new course changes and go in depth as to what to expect at and between each Aid Station. Once again, a huge thanks to our volunteers Victor Mariano & Abby Harris for their help in making and communicating these changes!   Resources: New Course Change YouTube video & channel - https://youtu.be/zVaprM4PigM Course Preview Episode - https://hellbender100.podbean.com/e/course-preview-withcourse-creator-brandon-thrower-episode-4/   Thanks also to our...

In this episode, I speak to what wildlife can be present on the trails of the Hellbender 100 & why we selected the items for the suggested gear list. Suggested Gear List: Runners should carry suggested gear at all times. This includes: headlamp with backup batteries and backup headlamp, red flashing back light (must be worn during all nighttime sections), waterproof jacket, gloves, hat or Buff, emergency blanket, hydration carrier (40oz+), 500 calories (may include fluid calories)...

Corey had a tough day in 2019, but he's back this year to finish. Hear his story and how he plans to put himself in the best situation to finish this year.   Corey can be reached through his website https://www.halfnewtrunningevents.com/   To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/    To reach NC Mountain Trail Runners Club, please visit: https://ncmtr.org/   To reach Aaron, please email: [email protected]   To find out...

We wanted to make a resource that might help your pacers just as we did for the crewing episode (#11), so Lyle Mitchell (paced Hellbender twice so far) came on and shared his experiences and pacing knowledge with me. We hope this helps your team! Resources: Course Preview w/ Brandon Thrower - Ep. 4 - https://hellbender100.podbean.com/e/course-preview-withcourse-creator-brandon-thrower-episode-4/ G5 Trail Collective Workdays - https://www.g5trailcollective.org/events   To reach the...

30% Off Pisgah Map Co. - Grandfather Ranger District Map - Use code HELLBENDER100 - https://www.pisgahmapcompany.com/shop-trail-guides/grandfather-ranger-district   Trail Work Volunteer opportunities Mar. 17-19 & Apr. 10 (amongst others) - https://www.g5trailcollective.org/events   Best of the Blue Ridge - Toughest Race - https://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/magazine/february-2022-magazine/best-of-the-blue-ridge-2022-readers-choice-awards/   Live Trail -...

As you'll learn in this episode, Laney & Carrie Baris are sisters with a ton of Running & Crewing experience. Laney ran Hellbender in 2018 and Carrie crewed & paced her. We share as much as we can about crewing for Hellbender. Enjoy!   To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/    To reach NC Mountain Trail Runners Club, please visit: https://ncmtr.org/   To reach Aaron, please email: [email protected]   To find...

Jake drops a ton of nutrition knowledge in this episode. He spells out what your body needs and how to practice and execute your nutrition/hydration plan for race day!   If you'd like to contact Jake, please email him at [email protected]   Thanks again to Hillman Beer for coming on board as a Partner! PLEASE CHECK THEIR WEBSITE FOR UPCOMING EVENTS: www.hillmanbeer.com INSTAGRAM HANDLES: @HILLMANBEEROLDFORT @HILLMANBEER Facebook...

In 2018, Matt Vahey was our last finisher in 38 hours & 43 minutes. He shares his experience and what he learned from the course. He's coming back for 2022!    To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/    To reach NC Mountain Trail Runners Club, please visit: https://ncmtr.org/   To reach Aaron, please email: [email protected]   To find out more information about Hellbender, please...

Join in this conversation between our two-time female winner Alyson Kirk, first time Hellbender runner (and current Pitchell Female FKT holder) Tory Grieves, & I as we discuss the ins and outs of running Hellbender. Great tidbits in here that will not only help you prepare for race day, but get you through the race itself!   To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/    To reach NC Mountain Trail Runners Club, please...

This episode is chock full of tips for training for Hellbender 100! Thank you to our panel of coaches for joining together for this episode! To reach Coaches Meghan & Rachel, please visit - https://zenithcoaches.com/ To reach Coach Patrick Reagan, please visit - https://patrickreaganrunning.com/ To reach Coach Aaron Saft, please visit - https://www.mrrunningpains.com/   To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/  To reach NC Mountain...

Join me for a look at what it takes to put on this event.   Course Preview Episode was #4.   To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/    To reach NC Mountain Trail Runners Club, please visit: https://ncmtr.org/   To reach Aaron, please email: [email protected]   To find out more information about Hellbender, please visit: https://www.hellbender100.com/   Also, please like our Facebook...

Craig Marshall leads one of our biggest and most important Aid Stations at Hellbender. He gives insight for both volunteers and runners. His knowledge stems from being a running, race directing his own races, and volunteering at so many events. I hope you enjoy his insights.   Rock Hill Striders - https://www.rockhillstriders.org/ MR Runningpains Podcasts on Crew/Aid Stations/Drop...

In this episode, course creator Brandon Thrower talks with me about the entirety of the course and we make suggestions about how to traverse and tackle this course. Please let us know if you have more questions. To contact Brandon or learn about his races, please visit: https://www.tanawhaadventures.com/   To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/    To reach NC Mountain Trail Runners Club, please visit: https://ncmtr.org/   To reach...

The G5 Trail Collective is an amazing collaboration of a community with a vision. I am proud that Hellbender bases itself in such a community. I hope you'll learn more about them, and if you'd like to learn more, volunteer, or donate financially, please visit https://www.g5trailcollective.org/ & People On the Move Old Fort at https://www.facebook.com/groups/556388191603789/   As for Hellbender, please like our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Hellbender100/ & our Instagram...

In this Episode, we learn of one of the main trail maintaining organizations that help keep the trails for Hellbender runnable! Jake Blood shares the mission and work of the North Carolina High Peaks. A huge thank you to their Association. Find out more at: https://nchighpeaks.org/ Their mailing address: NC High Peaks PO Box 24 Burnsville, NC 28714 Please like their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ncHighPeaks   Hellbender Info: Website:...

Join us in this conversation with Megan Robinson, Tom Sharkey, & Abby Harris as we discuss the origins of Hellbender and how it supports the work of the RUN828 Foundation.   Please like & follow us on: Facebook - Hellbender 100 Mile Race Instagram @Hellbender100miler YouTube Channel - Hellbender 100 Mile Race   Learn more about the RUN828 Foundation at www.RUN828foundation.org & subscribe to the newsletter. Find out more about The Hellbender 100 Mile Race at...