VA Appalachian Trail (VA)

Submitted by pbakwin on Sun, 08/25/2019 - 02:04pm
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James Varner submitted this AT state segment for Virginia, with times for some past efforts:

Episode 48: Sunny Stroeer - From China to Nolan's, Always at Altitude!

This is Sunny Stroeer's second appearance on the Fastest Known Podcast. As a person who not only attempts but thrives on self-supported, big mountain FKTs, Sunny offers honest perspective on what motivates women to try fastest known times. Whether it's the "confidence gap" or "low hanging fruit" FKTs, Sunny talks about what's changed in the landscape of women's FKTs since we spoke to her almost one year ago. It turns out a lot has changed.

Spartan Traverse (Greece)

Submitted by pbakwin on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 01:26pm
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Submitted by Christoff Truter:

Traverse of the Middle Taygetus moutains from the Calamata-Sparta pass ending at Profitis Ilias Peak. This route is a sensational ridge-line with breathtaking views.

Brown Mountain Loop (CA)

Submitted by pbakwin on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 01:15pm
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This lollipop loop is a popular route that starts at the Hahamongna Watershed Park. It is around 15 miles long with about 2,200 ft of elevation gain. The best place to park is at the Oak Grove Disc Golf Course (lower parking lot) at 4550 Oak Grove Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011.