Some people spend their extra money on Pumpkin Spiced Lattes and Frappuccinos. Me? I spend my extra money on race fees. I ran a over dozen races in 2021. Here were some of my favorites:
The MOST UNFORGETTABLE race was the Dahlgren Half Marathon in King George, VA. We didn't run this race, we slid the whole way.
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| That's me trying not to die from frostbite. |
The MOST UNIQUE race was the 10K on the Runway at the airport in Greensboro, NC.
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This dude is my age and beat me by 10 minutes. Not fair. |
The MOST DIFFICULT race was the High Bridge 50K Ultramarathon in Farmville, VA. The race is so difficult I've decided to do it again this year, this time at night.
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| The endurance junkie in me is always looking for the next challenge. |
The MOST SCENIC race was the Richmond Marathon in Richmond, VA. You get to run through its historic district before enjoying great views of the James.
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| The crowds in this race never disappoint. |
The MOST HILLY race was the Blue Ridge Half Marathon in Roanoke, VA. I think "most mountainous" is more accurate. I'm going to hire a Sherpa when I run it again this year.
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| The Bee-Gees can eat their hearts out. |
The MOST ENJOYABLE race was the Virginia 10-Miler in Lynchburg, VA. It's not a race; it's a party.
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| Can't wait to five-peat this race in 2022. |
The MOST CHALLENGING race was the Luray Triathlon in Luray, VA. I'm not the slowest swimmer out there, but I'm certainly no Michael Phelps.
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| Don't let the placid scene deceive you. The water temp was a blistering 81 degrees. |
Now go out and make the best of 2022.