My first FKT attempt! I started shortly after sunrise at 7:16am. The weather was cool to start, around 30 degrees, and stayed mild throughout the day. I wasn't sure if the water fountain would be turned on at the turn around, so I carried all my water. I took 2 liters of water and 1 liter of tailwind for electrolytes. I also took 6 gels & a honey stinger waffle. My goal time was 6 hours based on training runs on this course, but I quickly realized that it was going to take longer. The trail was in rough condition following the tornado and storms 2 days prior. The trail was covered in deep leaves, some places had ankle deep mud, and there were lots of downed trees and branches. I took my time and enjoyed the miles and the beautiful spring weather. Total elapsed time was 7:40:21 and moving time was 7:37:50 (I accidently stopped my watch when taking off my gloves and jacket, but realized it before I got moving again). Overall, it was a fun day spent on some of my favorite trails, and I'm proud of completing this distance and vert. I also hope this effort encourages other women in the St. Louis area to go for an FKT.
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Route
Route variation
out & back
Multi-sport
No
Para athlete
No
Gender category
Female
Style
Unsupported
Start date
Finish date
Total time
7h
40m
21s
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