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Chasing 100 - a Backyard Ultra Documentary
Cameron Balser had just returned home from his 12,000 mile run around the perimeter of the United States. His home town running group, Meshingomesia Track Club, was hosting their annual last man standing/back yard ultra, "Prairie On Fire."
Prairie on Fire was going into their 3rd year as a race and they had yet to have anyone reach 100 miles. Cameron, who had won the race in 2023, was still recovering from his epic run, but, had made a promise to come back in 2024 to help achieve that milestone.
In the backyard format, you can only go as far as those around you and this story is theirs.
Lazarus Lake, founder of the Barkely Marathon and Big's Backyard Ultra makes a guest appearance in the film as well.
Thank you Mount to Coast for sponsoring the film. Their shoes are great. Check them out by clicking the link below.
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Sign up for the 2025 Prairie on Fire Backyard Ultra: ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=123052
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Відео

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In late February 2024, it became apparent that Cameron Balser's US Perimeter run would land him in Santa Monica, CA, just in time to participate in The Speed Project for 2024. With one of the most coveted and challenging races in the world in his sights, Cam committed to the 280mi solo version of the race. He had to face the fact that he had run 6,500 miles to get to the start line while others...
Stories From The Back of the Pack (an ultra running documentary)
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Take a look inside the lives and minds of two runners that recently completed the iconic Full Mo 50k Ultra Marathon in Central Indiana. Uncover what motivates them and discover how you too can begin your journey and unlock the next level. After a sold out 2024 registration for the 2025 Full Mo is now open, we would love to have you: ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=118374

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @BillyLemonZest
    @BillyLemonZest 22 години тому

    Awesome documentary. You deserve all the love you get.

  • @jdf123
    @jdf123 День тому

    “If you never get knocked down you can’t ever really be great.” Goddamn.

  • @davidnavratil1232
    @davidnavratil1232 2 дні тому

    Laz, nice T-shirt with Czech garbled inscription 😀 "My God, where did I get so high? 🚬

  • @stereozo
    @stereozo 4 дні тому

    What a charming persona Lazarus Lake is - Absolute Legend

  • @keithdouglas9848
    @keithdouglas9848 4 дні тому

    How can this only jave 363 views? This channel deserves way more views . Awesome stuff 👍

  • @keithdouglas9848
    @keithdouglas9848 4 дні тому

    Awesome documentary 💯

  • @oleksiikonovalchuk7863
    @oleksiikonovalchuk7863 4 дні тому

    Inspiring!

  • @frana.2826
    @frana.2826 5 днів тому

    Three things in this world are certain; death, taxes and Lazarus Lake being involved in some insane running event

  • @anthonygarza393
    @anthonygarza393 5 днів тому

    This is great.. converse, indiana dude right here. Dont really KNOW cam but i know cam. Everyone around here knows cam. Hes a local legend. Love what you did cam, love what you guys do. This was an awesome film ❤🫶🏾🙏🏾

  • @benjaminvonwerder9167
    @benjaminvonwerder9167 5 днів тому

    Awesome video, awesome event. I'm excited to run it back again next year.

  • @ikanuutinen
    @ikanuutinen 7 днів тому

    such a great film

  • @laserpace
    @laserpace 7 днів тому

    Cam Balser is the dude, such an inspiration!

  • @TrailTortoiseRunning
    @TrailTortoiseRunning 8 днів тому

    POF is a magical place. 🔥

  • @benjaminthishandleistaken
    @benjaminthishandleistaken 8 днів тому

    This is EPIC!!!!!! So enjoyable, so well made. Easiest sub ever, 100 thank-yous. What amazing humans, both the running and the production of this.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 8 днів тому

      Ah. Thanks so much from all of us. ❤️🏃‍♀️🏃🏽‍♂️🕺

  • @benjaminthishandleistaken
    @benjaminthishandleistaken 8 днів тому

    Superb Documentary. I’m off for a run now. 🙏🏼😊

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 8 днів тому

      thank you! Go get it!

  • @TheMako221
    @TheMako221 10 днів тому

    "You can run from something and you can run towards something at the same time...." Every next mile means a unique life story with the desire to go forward and not look back.. Still speechless. Thank you!👏

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 8 днів тому

      Chris is outstanding and I couldn’t think of a better way to end the film. -Jon

  • @LeslieAmes
    @LeslieAmes 10 днів тому

    Fantastic!

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 8 днів тому

      Thank you!

  • @blake4533
    @blake4533 10 днів тому

    Really enjoyed this ! Beautiful film work and story telling.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 8 днів тому

      Thank you so much. 😊

  • @erikt311
    @erikt311 10 днів тому

    So cool. I live within 15 minutes and never knew this existed.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 8 днів тому

      Are you signed up? 😉

  • @ColeNineNinety
    @ColeNineNinety 10 днів тому

    I seen Cameron Balser running in the U.P of Michigan... I was like is that Chad Wright? few days later I seen who he was.. mind blown.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 10 днів тому

      He is incredible.

  • @TruTube.1.
    @TruTube.1. 11 днів тому

    Lazarus Lake. Raising the Dead Runner in me...

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 11 днів тому

      He is a wise old sage that lives in the mountains. It was such a privilege to talk to him. I’m grateful he lets us interview him for the film.

  • @charlenetrawick1647
    @charlenetrawick1647 12 днів тому

    FAB !!

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 10 днів тому

      ❤️

  • @charlenetrawick1647
    @charlenetrawick1647 12 днів тому

    this is THE race :)

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 10 днів тому

      🏃🏽‍♂️🏃‍♀️🕺

  • @marlinweekley51
    @marlinweekley51 12 днів тому

    never run a BYU but going to do my first in few weeks. 100 milles in 24 doesnt seem to be too tough on the surface. seems the thing that is different vs a typical 100 mile race is the amont of time many spend in the aid station at the end of each loop. i rarely spend more that 1-2 minutes at an AS in a 100. sooo there is something here i have never experienced - looking forward to it, should be interesting.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 12 днів тому

      Have fun! Please come back with an update edit! Would love to hear about your experience.

  • @scottbaldwin7256
    @scottbaldwin7256 13 днів тому

    Not a race we've heard of but great video. We included it into our weekly newsletter!

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 13 днів тому

      Yo! That’s amazing. Email the newsletter if you want. jonkuhn@blended4media.com I’m the filmmaker of the piece.

  • @rachelsinders7589
    @rachelsinders7589 14 днів тому

    Awesome work capturing this event!

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 14 днів тому

      Thank you so much! It’s crazy how much you can get done with a person, a camera and a one wheel. Oh and the guy with a drone when the original drone broke. Not all hero’s wear capes.

  • @2eurocoin
    @2eurocoin 14 днів тому

    I did 18yards myself a few years ago. My target was 12 so eclipsed that completely, but at the same time, I hoped for that 24. But as youll likely pick up from my typing, I'm a yacker/talker. So each lap found me speaking with someone new, or at least a new topic. But it seemed to me that after yard 18 and 75miles there was only serious runners left. So starting the 19th , i started talking to a new group and only got grunts in reply, so i dropped back to the next group and tried engaging them in conversation. No replys, only serious runners left so after about half a mile, I said "eff you" and turned around and walked back to the start. It wasnt fun anymore. I wasn't in pain or tired but I guess mentally i couldn't face the idea of 6hrs on my own. One day I'll revisit a Backyard and get that 24 minimum. But im just not there yet.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 13 днів тому

      Sign up for another one! 👊🏻

  • @TribeOfCooks
    @TribeOfCooks 15 днів тому

    Loved running to your doc!! Amazing work, running my first 24 hour this August 👊🏼

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 15 днів тому

      That’s amazing! I love watching docs if I’m on the treadmill. What an honor. 👊🏻🏃🏽‍♂️

  • @charliegarwood
    @charliegarwood 15 днів тому

    Great Work Jon! This was such an awesome race!

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 15 днів тому

      Thanks for saying that man. It is a wonderful race filled with wonderful people.

  • @JustAnotherKatie
    @JustAnotherKatie 15 днів тому

    Great job! 🎉

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 15 днів тому

      Thank you!

  • @vicineiprado5625
    @vicineiprado5625 16 днів тому

    Beautiful, makes me want to try that, never did more than 26.2 miles...

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 15 днів тому

      Sign up! 🤓

    • @vicineiprado5625
      @vicineiprado5625 15 днів тому

      @@meshtc Thinking about it, at least to run 50K

  • @twbroady
    @twbroady 16 днів тому

    I've watched youtube actively for over a decade. I'm subscribed to over 300 channels. Hell this is the first comment I've ever left across those years. It's an absolute crime that you produce this level of content while only having 170 subs. I know that in the future I'll be proud to say I'm #171. Please continue what you're doing.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 16 днів тому

      Wow! Thank you so much. Seriously it means a lot.

    • @keithdouglas9848
      @keithdouglas9848 4 дні тому

      Awesome comment 💯

  • @dr.jordanb.goldstein7977
    @dr.jordanb.goldstein7977 17 днів тому

    Awesome doc, captured the vibes and love of the race so much. Next year I'm (J. Goldstein) hitting 100 no doubt ❤‍🔥

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 16 днів тому

      Thank you so much brother! I’m stoked to see you out there again this year.

    • @Changing_Spotts
      @Changing_Spotts 16 днів тому

      I have faith you can do it! Ron is going this year and I hope to be able to go and support him.

    • @dr.jordanb.goldstein7977
      @dr.jordanb.goldstein7977 16 днів тому

      @@Changing_Spotts I would love to meet you both at the race, I'm so excited for Ron. He deserves this chance!

    • @dr.jordanb.goldstein7977
      @dr.jordanb.goldstein7977 16 днів тому

      @@meshtc Wouldn't miss it, especially now that I live in a neighbor state!

  • @sarasdaddy3363
    @sarasdaddy3363 17 днів тому

    This was excellent

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 16 днів тому

      Thank you! ❤️

  • @AbitheWitch
    @AbitheWitch 17 днів тому

    Amazing work! Amazing runners! 👏🏻

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 16 днів тому

      Thanks so much!

  • @KramericaInc
    @KramericaInc 17 днів тому

    Jon - Such great work!

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 16 днів тому

      Awe thank you. I’m so fortunate to have access to such wonderful people with such inspiring stories.

  • @shinstrife
    @shinstrife 18 днів тому

    An absolutely amazing documentary! Having crewed for FRC it was awesome to see glimpses into everyone else's whys et al. Really amazing stuff.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 18 днів тому

      Thank you! It's impossible to avoid an inspiring story at an ultra. What a dang community.

  • @TJDailey
    @TJDailey 18 днів тому

    Proud to be a part of the magic that is Prairie on Fire.

    • @JonJosephKuhn
      @JonJosephKuhn 18 днів тому

      You’re the dang wizard waving the wand! Your care and attention to detail is infectious. ❤

  • @jeremymeeks9134
    @jeremymeeks9134 18 днів тому

    Incredible job capturing this event!

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 18 днів тому

      Thank you!

  • @bobbybrowne8799
    @bobbybrowne8799 18 днів тому

    Beautiful film. Well done !

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 18 днів тому

      Thank you so much!

  • @dylstaff
    @dylstaff 18 днів тому

    Running is a team sport. MTCLFG

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 18 днів тому

      Yes it is. MTCLFG!

  • @meshtc
    @meshtc 18 днів тому

    If you like the film please consider subscribing to the channel and sharing with a friend. That will help us make future films about the running community. Thank you! 💗

  • @YOUTUBEURJordanMOUROTLARONDE
    @YOUTUBEURJordanMOUROTLARONDE Місяць тому

    +1 from france ❤

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 17 днів тому

      ❤️

  • @renkenshaw
    @renkenshaw 3 місяці тому

    Cam was my college roommate at Vincennes. This documentary was amazing and reminded me of how hilarious he is!!! He’s a truly amazing person. Love you brother! Awesome job!❤

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 17 днів тому

      Cam is remarkable and a one of a kind.

  • @Chief_Red_Cloud
    @Chief_Red_Cloud 3 місяці тому

    Great job 🧨🧨

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 3 місяці тому

      Thank you!

  • @Tyler-xx9sn
    @Tyler-xx9sn 3 місяці тому

    My best friend introduced me to Cam when they ran together at Vincennes. Cam is a legend and an inspiration! Keep on movin' and groovin' brother!

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 3 місяці тому

      He is the absolute best! - Jon (director of film)

  • @ABRun4GOD
    @ABRun4GOD 4 місяці тому

    ❤❤

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 3 місяці тому

      📷❤️🏃🏽‍♂️

  • @MrFerrari24
    @MrFerrari24 4 місяці тому

    So inspiring…what an incredible story and achievement.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 4 місяці тому

      Thank you so much!

  • @sir.smokalotc4737
    @sir.smokalotc4737 4 місяці тому

    Wow you inspire me Sir. My brother lost his battle on 9/5 24 . Sadly at 38 he couldn't bare it any longer and took his own life. I'm also a runner and would be an honor to run with you one day. Times are hard right now, planning for his service is so hard and very stressful. I miss him 😢

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 4 місяці тому

      Thank you for opening up and being vulnerable here. I wish I had better words to express my most sincere condolences in a better way. I don’t know how often Cameron checks these comments but you can certainly DM him on Instagram. He would love to hear from you. - Jon ❤️

    • @LindaHodel-e6k
      @LindaHodel-e6k 3 місяці тому

      Sorry for your loss, praying for you.

  • @jackiemcallister7330
    @jackiemcallister7330 4 місяці тому

    Well told story, with a very valuable lesson for life. Cam, you inspire. Question, how many of those burritos did you eat and where did you get them from>?. Keep on running.

    • @meshtc
      @meshtc 4 місяці тому

      Fun story, the burrito in the film is just a MASSIVE burrito that he slowly ate during the second day. It was from Chipotle. Thanks for watching, commenting and being awesome.