What a class act..... i was there.... I'd have been bummed if I was him.... great attitude!! Jim, you'll be back to break the tape in the future, of that I have no doubt!
Such a class act and a credit to the sport of ultra running and trail running. The picture of him at mile 62 should be framed and put in a gallery because it's art; his running form is breathtaking.
I'm going to leave the judging of the very talented Mr. Walmsley to the experts. I am going to judge IRFM, and they (Bryon and here in this video Meghan) have been magnificent. In this case, Bryon's pre-race interview with Jim is basically Bryon begging him not to go out too fast, as if Bryon knew exactly what was going to happen. And here, with her huge heart (which also makes her a world class ultra runner herself, like Bryon), Meghan helps Jim analyze what has taken place. On a shoestring budget, with virtually no equipment or sources of revenue, IRFM did a great job preparing us for the event, actually bringing us the race (see their amazing video of Jim getting swept down river after he let go of the safety rope), and analyzing what unfolded - it has all been outstanding. They completely embrace and promote the wonderful spirit of ultra running - the community and sportsmanship, the celebration of women as worthy equals, the marvelous personalities, the sacrifice, the beauty, as well as the courage, triumph, and occasionally, heartbreak. After this post, I am going to pull up their website and contribute. "Long may you run, IRFM!!"
totally agree with this, they both do an amazing job, I've ordered Meghan's book as a way of supporting them and can't wait to start reading it. Long live irunfar!
So I expected to find out how he went from so far in front to finishing #20. I was not clear what happened after he went off course. How much time did he lose? How did he get back on course? Did he walk in from that point? Why did he opt for no pacer? The interviewer did not help him stay on track. It seems as if the interview posed more questions than answers.
He went three miles past the turn he missed. He had to run or walk (he chose to walk) back those same three miles. Then he took a break at the Highway 49 aid station. He was still in 7th place at that point. He was mentally broke though, so he walked in for 20th place.
Thanks for the information. That helps fill in the gaps and explains the final results. Finishing under even those circumstances shows class and he will be back.
Also, he did have a pacer - fellow Adidas runner James Bonnet. Apparently, James ate a burrito with undercooked meat earlier in the day, and was hit with debilitating sickness after about 6 miles. Eventually Walmsley dropped him. That's the story I read, but it might not hurt for someone to confirm that. Regardless of the burrito detail, Walmsley definitely did drop his pacer.
What a class act..... i was there.... I'd have been bummed if I was him.... great attitude!! Jim, you'll be back to break the tape in the future, of that I have no doubt!
Great kid, great attitude. Can't wait for next year.
Such a class act and a credit to the sport of ultra running and trail running. The picture of him at mile 62 should be framed and put in a gallery because it's art; his running form is breathtaking.
I'm going to leave the judging of the very talented Mr. Walmsley to the experts. I am going to judge IRFM, and they (Bryon and here in this video Meghan) have been magnificent. In this case, Bryon's pre-race interview with Jim is basically Bryon begging him not to go out too fast, as if Bryon knew exactly what was going to happen. And here, with her huge heart (which also makes her a world class ultra runner herself, like Bryon), Meghan helps Jim analyze what has taken place. On a shoestring budget, with virtually no equipment or sources of revenue, IRFM did a great job preparing us for the event, actually bringing us the race (see their amazing video of Jim getting swept down river after he let go of the safety rope), and analyzing what unfolded - it has all been outstanding. They completely embrace and promote the wonderful spirit of ultra running - the community and sportsmanship, the celebration of women as worthy equals, the marvelous personalities, the sacrifice, the beauty, as well as the courage, triumph, and occasionally, heartbreak. After this post, I am going to pull up their website and contribute. "Long may you run, IRFM!!"
totally agree with this, they both do an amazing job, I've ordered Meghan's book as a way of supporting them and can't wait to start reading it. Long live irunfar!
Jim will get the record next year. He's awesome!!!
Jim is a Trail Monster!!! Great Run, look forward to following you.
Jim is a great talent. He'll have his day at this race real soon. Too big of a bite to set the record on your first 100 dude. Good luck in the future.
Two years later, congrats on the CR!
Great attitude.
Great attitude. He'll be back. I believe that swim was the beginning of the end.
Amazing athlete! Wish I was half the athlete he is. I hope to run a hundred miler!
What shoes did he ran in?
11:10 in , Great talk about Goals and staying focused when race changes.
So I expected to find out how he went from so far in front to finishing #20. I was not clear what happened after he went off course. How much time did he lose? How did he get back on course? Did he walk in from that point? Why did he opt for no pacer? The interviewer did not help him stay on track. It seems as if the interview posed more questions than answers.
Kenneth, thanks for the information.
He went three miles past the turn he missed. He had to run or walk (he chose to walk) back those same three miles. Then he took a break at the Highway 49 aid station. He was still in 7th place at that point. He was mentally broke though, so he walked in for 20th place.
Thanks for the information. That helps fill in the gaps and explains the final results. Finishing under even those circumstances shows class and he will be back.
Also, he did have a pacer - fellow Adidas runner James Bonnet. Apparently, James ate a burrito with undercooked meat earlier in the day, and was hit with debilitating sickness after about 6 miles. Eventually Walmsley dropped him. That's the story I read, but it might not hurt for someone to confirm that. Regardless of the burrito detail, Walmsley definitely did drop his pacer.
Nicholas,
Thanks for that too.
What everyone is here for, Jim talking about his punctured crop top: 12:50
Fangirling 0:09
Milfs? That's some kind of joke right?
I'm pretty sure it says Milt's I was wondering the same thing.
Walmsley is on EPO. Its obvious.