83 km | 1,890 m of elevation |
Karhunkierros, Finland
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Low key. Breathtakingly stunning. Peaceful
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Being in the wilderness and running on a renowned hiking trail.
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Sleep deprivation. Finland has 24/7 daylight during this time of year so I found it hard to rest prior to the event.
Also, wrong choice of footwear. I went with a bulky trail shoe for maximum cushioning and that hampered me. The trail conditions were so rutted, I almost tripped multiple times. As I became tired, this happened more often. Light grippy trails needed for this race.
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Someone who likes something different and to explore a natural environment. It’s peaceful and about as away from city life as we know it.
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Do your research and take the correct kit. Your kit is crucial & vital when undertaking an ultra race.
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It was a long journey up to Ruka given the few domestic flights going northbound. But it’s definitely worth the travel.
