FKT: Andrew Rylaarsdam - Marys Peak (OR) - 2024-05-30

I got up early and headed out to Mary's peak to attempt both the ascent and loop FKTs. I parked at the east ridge lot since it makes for an easier drive in the Prius. Then I jogged over to the north ridge lot for a warmup. I ran the ascent in 37:43 from gate to summit, which is about 2 minutes slower than Justin's time. It's a really fun climb and I intend to come back and give it another shot. I took a gel at the top and kept going to complete the loop, taking the initial descent more cautiously, and then opening up when I came off the single track and onto the forest road for the last few miles. It was a great morning, minus the uphill cooldown back to my car.