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Ultra Kraut Running
United States
Приєднався 7 чер 2013
This channel chronicles my trail and ultra running adventures across the globe. Along with videos of various trail and mountain races I plan to share gear reviews as well as a number of "how to" videos related to long distance adventures in the mountains.
I live by my motto "It's impossible to have a bad day in the mountains". I love to challenge myself and have yet to find my limits. In 2019, I completed "The Last Great Race of Ultrarunning" which consists of completing the six oldest 100 milers in the US in the span of 14 weeks. Since starting ultra running nearly 15 years ago, I have completed more than 150 ultramarathon races including more than 30 races of 100+ miles. In 2022, I tackled and completed my first 200+ mile events at Moab 240 and Tahoe 200 after failing at my first attempt at the Bigfoot 200. This summer, I completed both the 268 mile Spine Race in the UK and the Tor des Geants 330 in Italy. 2024 promises to be just as exciting and challenging.
I live by my motto "It's impossible to have a bad day in the mountains". I love to challenge myself and have yet to find my limits. In 2019, I completed "The Last Great Race of Ultrarunning" which consists of completing the six oldest 100 milers in the US in the span of 14 weeks. Since starting ultra running nearly 15 years ago, I have completed more than 150 ultramarathon races including more than 30 races of 100+ miles. In 2022, I tackled and completed my first 200+ mile events at Moab 240 and Tahoe 200 after failing at my first attempt at the Bigfoot 200. This summer, I completed both the 268 mile Spine Race in the UK and the Tor des Geants 330 in Italy. 2024 promises to be just as exciting and challenging.
RIM TO RIVER 100 | New River Gorge
The Rim to River 100 is a challenging and breathtaking 100-mile ultramarathon through the stunning New River Gorge National Park in West Virginia. Held at the end of October, this "out-and-back" race starts and finishes at ACE Adventure Resort. The course boasts a mix of terrains, from single-track trails to dirt roads and paved sections, taking runners past breathtaking overlooks, historic ghost towns, and cascading waterfalls.
Some highlights of the race include spectacular scenery. The course takes runners through the heart of the New River Gorge, a National Park known for its beauty. There are numerous wooden bridges along the course, with views of the New River.
The aid stations are well-stocked and well supported. Aid stations can be up to 10 miles apart. The menu includes hot foods, such as quesadillas, ramen, and mashed potatoes. Runners should bring a reusable cup as this is a cupless race.
Pacer and crew support. Pacers are allowed to join runners at specific points on the course, and crews can provide support at designated aid stations. The race handbook details the rules and regulations for pacers and crews.
The start/finish location of the race is fantastic and the race swag was pretty sweet as well. While the buckle is my favorite swag, the handmade coffee mug has been my new favorite cappuccino mug.
My own race was not set up for success. A near three months layoff from running due to some serious foot injuries did not warrant success at this race, but I was willing to risk it in order to experience an amazing adventure in the woods. Hopefully, the scenery wiull inspire you to consider this fantastic community event in the future, whether it be your first or 37th 100 miler;-)
Some highlights of the race include spectacular scenery. The course takes runners through the heart of the New River Gorge, a National Park known for its beauty. There are numerous wooden bridges along the course, with views of the New River.
The aid stations are well-stocked and well supported. Aid stations can be up to 10 miles apart. The menu includes hot foods, such as quesadillas, ramen, and mashed potatoes. Runners should bring a reusable cup as this is a cupless race.
Pacer and crew support. Pacers are allowed to join runners at specific points on the course, and crews can provide support at designated aid stations. The race handbook details the rules and regulations for pacers and crews.
The start/finish location of the race is fantastic and the race swag was pretty sweet as well. While the buckle is my favorite swag, the handmade coffee mug has been my new favorite cappuccino mug.
My own race was not set up for success. A near three months layoff from running due to some serious foot injuries did not warrant success at this race, but I was willing to risk it in order to experience an amazing adventure in the woods. Hopefully, the scenery wiull inspire you to consider this fantastic community event in the future, whether it be your first or 37th 100 miler;-)
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CRAZY MOUNTAIN 100 | Awaxaawippíia
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The Crazy Mountain 100 in Montana was the first race I ever attempted that strongly suggested if not mandated that runners carry bear spray as part of their running kit and to make sure that it was easily accessible. Grizzlies are a real concern as we travel through their native habitat. Thankfully, neither I or any other runners found use for this piece of kit, but it is always better to be sa...
KENDALL MOUNTAIN RUN | Mountain Duo Challenge
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The Kendall Mountain Run is a 12 mile mountain run in the San Juan Mountains in Silverton, Colorado. It takes runners from downtown Silverton to the summit of 13,000' Kendall mountain and back down again for nearly 4,000 feet of vertical gain and equal descent. I had signed up for this race along with the Silverton Alpine Marathons 50K taking place a day earlier to complete the 2024 Aravaipa Mo...
SILVERTON ALPINE MARATHONS 50K | Mountain Duo Challenge
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The Silverton Alpine Marathons distance races are put on by Aravaipa Racing in Silverton, Colorado, a town best known in trail and ultra running circles as the home of the Hardrock 100, one of the most iconic mountain ultras in the world. The Aravaipa races take place the weekend prior to the Hardrock 100. Runners are invited to attempt the Saturday Sunday double by signing up both for one of t...
TAHOE RIM TRAIL 100 | A Mountain Adventure
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The 2024 Tahoe Rim Trail 100 was meant to be the continuation of my summer of mountain 100 milers to continue to check off US states with a completed 100 mile or longer race. Unfortunately, things did not go as pklanned and instead of my body making things challenging, it was mny mind that had other plans. While my race didn't go as expected and, spoiler alert, I dropped at mile 56, you will ge...
BIGHORN 100 | Getting Wild in Wyoming
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The Bighorn 100 is one of 3 race distances along with a 52 miler and an 18 miler during the Bighorn Trail Races weekend in Dayton, Wyoming, a small town at the base of the Bighorn mountain range. While much of the pre race activities take place at the city of Sheridan simply for infrastructure reasons 25 miles away, the race itself starts just 4 miles outside Dayton and finishes in a park in Da...
BIGHORN 100 | Teaser
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Scouting of the start location of the 2024 Bighorn 100 the morning before race day. Drone footage of the Tongue River Canyon outside Dayton, Wyoming, the start location of the race.
MOHICAN 100 | Ohio's Ultra Run
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The Mohican 100 Mile Endurance Run is one of the oldest 100 milers in the country. It is as historic as Western States 100, Leadville 100 and Vermont 100. In fact, I believe it is the 7th oldest 100 mile run in the US, just ahead of the Arkansas Traveler 100 and behind, Western States 100, Leadville 100, Old Dominion 100, Vermont 100, Wasatch Front 100 and Angeles Crest 100, in no particular or...
2024 COCODONA 250 | The Later Miles
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2024 COCODONA 250 | The Later Miles
2024 COCODONA 250 | The Early Miles
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2024 COCODONA 250 | The Early Miles
SOUTHERN STATES 200 | An Inaugural Adventure
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SOUTHERN STATES 200 | An Inaugural Adventure
MOUNT MITCHELL HEARTBREAKER | 50 MILES To The Top Of The Eastcoast
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MOUNT MITCHELL HEARTBREAKER | 50 MILES To The Top Of The Eastcoast
STUMP JUMP 50K | Toughest 50K in the Southeast?
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STUMP JUMP 50K | Toughest 50K in the Southeast?
MOUNTAIN MIST 50K | An Old School Ultra
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MOUNTAIN MIST 50K | An Old School Ultra
TOR DES GEANTS | Running 200 Miles Among Italy's Giants
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TOR DES GEANTS | Running 200 Miles Among Italy's Giants
RITO ALTO FOUR PASSES LOOP | Final Tor des Geants 330K Training
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RITO ALTO FOUR PASSES LOOP | Final Tor des Geants 330K Training
268 MILE SPINE RACE | 130 Hours of Thunderstorms, Heat and Blister Hell
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268 MILE SPINE RACE | 130 Hours of Thunderstorms, Heat and Blister Hell
MONTANE SPINE RACE 268 MILES | What To Put In Your Drop Bag
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MONTANE SPINE RACE 268 MILES | What To Put In Your Drop Bag
MONTANE SPINE RACE 268 MILES | It Takes A Lot Of Gear
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MONTANE SPINE RACE 268 MILES | It Takes A Lot Of Gear
CANYONS ENDURANCE RUNS 100 MILE | Suffering To A Sweat Soaked DNF
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CANYONS ENDURANCE RUNS 100 MILE | Suffering To A Sweat Soaked DNF
24 HOURS IN THE SMOKIES | Back-To-Back Trail Runs For Vert & Views
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24 HOURS IN THE SMOKIES | Back-To-Back Trail Runs For Vert & Views
Prairie Spirit Trail 100 Mile | Galloway Run/Walk To a 22 Hour Finish
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Prairie Spirit Trail 100 Mile | Galloway Run/Walk To a 22 Hour Finish
TALES FROM THE MID PACK | 2023 Black Canyon 100K
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TALES FROM THE MID PACK | 2023 Black Canyon 100K
Forgotten Florida 100 Miler | Heat, Mud and Trench Foot
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Forgotten Florida 100 Miler | Heat, Mud and Trench Foot
THE SHIPPEY 100 | RUNNING 100 MILES POST COVID
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THE SHIPPEY 100 | RUNNING 100 MILES POST COVID
Congrats!
Thank you!
How was that JFK 50? I am about to run it in a couple weeks. Any last minute pointers?
@@joeccriscuola don’t go out to hard, enjoy the half marathon on the AT, but be sure, willing and able to run a solid marathon on the tow path before gritting it out in the final 10K(?) on the rolling country roads to the finish.
Great video! Looking forward to running it this week.
Good luck! Sadly, I missed registration. It’s my favorite trail party!
Uber Kraut! Ultra Kraut!
Congrats! I definitely understand the fluid situation. I actually came in race just one week after placing in a 50k. Apparently, although I thought I was fighting a UTI, only 8 miles in I was seeing coffee colored fluids where you shouldn’t. Rhabdo like set in and I freaked out. I thought I was gonna have to call my first DNF ever. Most told me to quit. I’m stubborn and back off my sub 24 time. I hydrated with electrolytes like crazy and got chicken broth at every AS. I took way more salt than i would think without get sick. There was a lot of runnable sections even on the road climbs. Colors started to change and come back to norm. I prob went to the bathroom 2-3x an hour which was annoying. I too had tendon issues mainly due to all the running. Not only did I finish, I came in sub 23. So congrats on sticking it out and your 37th state. That’s amazing!
Congrats to you! Way to problem solve and to get back in target!
@ thank you sir!
Thanks for posting. I have been here many times and did not realize this event took place.
Congrats on the Finish! Always inspired by your grit & toughness 👊💪🤠!
@@nicholasschuster326 thank you, brotha!
Glad to see you back. How's the ankle - is it dragging or is it fine?
@@runningwithsimon Achilles and tendon seem to be ok during today’s first post race shakeout run. Hoping to shake the flu to really get back after it.
Hey Martin! I was psyched to see you had posted! Sorry to hear you’ve been injured. It’s part of the game but still sucks. You definitely gutted that one out. Well done. Maybe time for a rest and rehab. Always great videos 🏃👍
The main injury was actually caused by a non-running related injury, but yeah, the road back is a long one.
@@ultrakrautthat’s ironic given how much you run
@@MrRunner10indeed!
Great video, i was a course monitor at the junction of butcher branch and long point making sure the runners went to the overlook for the key fob for the long point aid station. Well done and congrats.
I remember you! Thanks for being there to send us the right way!
Wonderful video again 😃🏃♂️👍. I remember a few years ago, when New River Gorge became a National park…. People could actually walk underneath that big bridge. I always wondered about the trails there……. A few areas during your race, one would definitely not take their eyes 👀 off the course( longggg way down I’m sure). The trail looked great. Beautiful scenery pics you took ( appreciate that). Also, and most importantly, a Huge Congratulations on your finish 😃👍. You rocked it.
Thanks very much! I actually came back to run this race after visiting this area with my wife right after it was made a NP. I’m glad I got to experience the entire Gorge this way.
Glad to see you back Martin, didn't realize you were injured. Congrats on your run, way to tough it out!
Thanks!
I did the 50 miler. Beautiful race!
Congrats!
I live locally to this race and can say for a fact, the Crazy Mountains...really are crazy. I was crew for a runner this year but plan on running this next year!
Good luck, it is an epic adventure!
Nice video, thanks for sharing! Useful to get some info about trail conditions (doing the 100k this year)
Good luck! Hope you’re having a great experience!
Strong effort. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
잘 봤습니다. 축하합니다. 힘들었들텐데...., 나도 도전할겁니다. ~
SO beautiful....you need years to train for an event like this but it seems really to be worth it just for those stunning views :)
@@I_0..0_I the scenery at these types of events drives my desire to keep training for them. The beauty I experience is as important to me as the challenge itself of covering 200+ miles on foot.
Congratulations! Can you imagine doing the winter version?
I can and I am, signed up for Jan 2025 edition:-)
@@ultrakraut Have a wonderful adventure!
I ran (well I walked a ton) this year's Silverton Duo and had a blast!
Yeah, plenty of walking for me too with that altitude.
Love love love this video. I especially love that the sun came back out towards the end. Beautiful. Have you done Quest for the Crest? It also summits mt Mitchell. I am doing that one in May. Wonder those two compare. Keep up the great work!!
It’s a beautiful area. Yes, I believe I have done every ultra at Mt Mitchell, Quest for Crest 50K, Mount Mitchell Challenge 2x, Hellbender 100M and Heartbreaker, of course. Don’t forget to stop by Vortex Donuts in Asheville after your race, it’s a must do for me every time I am in the area:-)
Brilliant, well done. Now we want to enter...
You should. I'm going for the double, running the Winter Spine January 2025.
We missed you at Swisspeaks. Wasspassiert?
Three days before my flight. I stepped into a nail, puncturing my heel and plantar facia pretty deeply. I had to cancel entire trip. 8-10 weeks recovery and I’m still not able to put any weight on my left heel. I am super bummed to miss out on SwissPeaks this year.
@@ultrakraut oh man, that’s incredible bad luck! I hope you recover well. You were not wrong about picking this race though, it was an epic adventure. Well organised and tougher than TDG in terms of steepness and technicality. You will not be disappointed next year 🏔️
Nice work - and with a camera! I ran Kendall five times back in the late 1980's - before they had a duo race. It's a beautiful and tough run. The last 1/2 miles when you hit the flats back into town were the most brutal on the legs.
I had previously made my way to the summit to watch the front of the field arrive during the race, so I had to finally do it myself. Timing worked out, so I made sure to get the full experience with the double:-)
Out of all your races, to me, this one is the most inspirational.
It will always be one of my most memorable challenges and experiences. Unfortunately, I didn't take the time to record more footage of the people and the land.
Nice hoodie! What brand is it!? Congrats! I’ll try Hikuri this year. 🤟🥵
Good luck! it is by www.runinrabbit.com
@@ultrakraut thanks!!!
I cant imagine holding a go pro when your exhausted. Well done.
It takes some getting used to, but fairly easy at this point. It's more the mental than physical aspect, do I want to record right now or keep wallowing on my misery in solace:-)
Great video, and I do like the color commentary. What software are you using to edit your footage?
Thanks! I use FCPX
How long is each run at this heart rate?
This applies to any distance when using this method to base build.
@ultrakraut Thank you for your reply.
What an incredible race! Those views!!!
Having to reevaluate my goals for this year after recently sustaining a calf injury had be feeling pretty despondent. And then i watch you run this amazing race and it lights a fire in my belly! Fantastic as always!
@@andrewopenside3224 I hope for your speedy recovery! Keep setting big goals!
Thanks for sharing, and congrats on doing this one week after TRT! Looks like a lot of rugged single track and great mountains - seems like I'll have to head there some day :)
@@runningwithsimon it is one of the most spectacular mountain 100s in the US, IMO.
Huge congrats 🎉! What a great accomplishment. After seeing this footage.. I really want to do this race now. Thank you
@@Hypno_Holly it should be on everyone’s bucket list!
@@ultrakraut thanks to you and your video- it’s now on mine! I’ve heard of this race but now I’ve watched the video…. I’m thinking heck yes!! By the way, amazing bounce back from your last race 100miler. That’s very inspiring. I know how the mind can get in the way. Good on you for continuing on and turning this around in this race. You crushed it! Thanks for posting such great videos. I find it very helpful.
Great adventure, thanks for sharing!
@@MWB12 glad you enjoyed it!
Great race and film as always. Seems like you’ve been pretty rough on your body lately.
Way to persevere! Should have showed the buckle at the end!
Thanks! You gotta follow me on IG for that. JK, I’ll try to do that next time:-)
@@ultrakraut you know I do lol
Way to get it done and great video! I also ran it this year. Fun to see the beautiful landscape we traversed again!
@@AaronDana626 thanks! Yeah, a truly beautiful and proper mountain race!
Wow some workout weekend!
Yes it was!
Wow that looked tough but beautiful! Amazing job
Thank you! The San Juan’s are amazing!
Sharing with my wife who gets nervous descending! Love the content you put out.
Thanks so much! Hopefully it provides her some peace of mind.
Great vid mate. Shame about the DNF but it comes with the territory. Beautiful images and descriptions that I really enjoy watching.
Glad you enjoyed it, thank you!
Awesome job! I was at this race crewing and pacing a friend and saw the pure grit it took for people to finish this race. What a huge accomplishment! Congrats!
@@amykrueger11 thank you! What an amazing landscape to challenge ourselves in.
Congratulation on a tough race! Beautiful country. Keep your Vlogs going, it inspires me.
@@wilmertsch thank you! Being able to provide even a tiny bit of inspiration to others with my videos means a lot to me.
I love your videos. I don’t run ultras, or even marathons anymore, but I enjoy watching your races and the great scenery and commentary. Great job.
@@HoosFan81 thanks so much! I am glad to see that you’re enjoying my videos. While I love creating these videos, knowing people actually watch and enjoy them gives it meaning to me.
You are truly inspiring. Great job finishing that really tough ultra. I can’t imagine being able to do what you do, even once, let alone week after week after week.
Love seeing the trails! Thanks for sharing. Sorry to hear about the DNF. I know you'll be back, either for this race or another in this state.
Thanks, yeah, it’s a beautiful place to run in.
kinda gettin to like watchin my brother doin his thing!....gute musikauswahl...gut produziert....keep on keepin on Ultra-Kraut
Danke, bruda!
rockin dem flanells bro!
Thanks for sharing - nice meeting you there, and very glad you bounced back for Crazy Mountain! Again thx for joining us on the buckle up podcast, and hopefully we cross path soon again! Good luck at Swiss 360!
I noticed the Simon sighting in the video! Cheers!
Thanks! Really enjoyed our chat on your podcast! See you soon!