RUNNING AGAINST ALL ODDS - Ultra Marathon Documentary - Running the Length of Wales in 88 Hours

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  • Опубліковано 11 лис 2024
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  • @KelpandFern
    @KelpandFern  21 день тому

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  • @maisbitt
    @maisbitt 2 роки тому +36

    You will not regret watching this film. Its a monumental journey by some monumental people!

  • @UltrarunningNewsNetwork
    @UltrarunningNewsNetwork 10 місяців тому +3

    Wow...just wow... unbelievable. That was intense!!

  • @christiaanhorn6624
    @christiaanhorn6624 10 місяців тому +3

    I am an ultra runner and have watched many many youtube trail and ultra videos and this one is by far the best. You guys were unreal, I could not believe it. You must have dug very very very deep.

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  10 місяців тому

      Wow, thank you for such kind words and glad you enjoyed the film.

  • @JacquesThebeau
    @JacquesThebeau 7 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely magnificent…. Loved the video…
    Inspirational…
    Thankyou!

  • @grindpalm
    @grindpalm 10 місяців тому +7

    Lovely - just lovely! Running documentaries have become pure commercials lately, but this was true ultra running to the core... this is why we keep running... relentless forward progress! ❤❤❤

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  10 місяців тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! Really appreciate your kind words and we'll continue to work hard at making real documentaries.

  • @1elaire
    @1elaire 10 місяців тому +4

    Fantastic! We were shouting and jumping up and down at the end! 😁😁😁

  • @ggbarnum765
    @ggbarnum765 Рік тому +4

    Absolutely crazy, such a good watch. Pair of amazing nutters!! Loved this.

  • @naomic4942
    @naomic4942 2 роки тому +8

    Most amazing film. I hadn't realised what Vic and Gordon quite went through to finish on time. Was crying my eyes out at the end! Such grit and determination- should be showing on BBC1!

  • @kevkongable
    @kevkongable 2 роки тому +7

    I saw the 2 hour length of this and thought I couldn’t be bothered to watch it all. I was wrong, I was absolutely glued by these two and the heroic effort they put into this, they are absolutely amazing! Love their stories of hallucinations, I’ve seen turtles, New York taxis and a farmer with a gun, all just in my head whilst on Ultras!

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  2 роки тому

      We're so happy you gave it a chance and that you enjoyed it.
      What interesting hallucinations you've seen, crazy what comes out after such long distances and lack of sleep isn't it.

  • @annacmoo
    @annacmoo 2 роки тому +6

    This is by far the best ultra marathon films iv ever seen. To be honest its one of the best documentary films iv seen in its on right. Hope your going to enter it in lots of film festivals this year. I hope the amount of views start to reflect this.

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  2 роки тому

      Thanks for such kind words and we're so happy you enjoyed this film! We will be pushing it to film festivals this year and lets see where it gets, thanks again.

  • @23Gears
    @23Gears Рік тому +3

    That is an amazing achievement. In tears of joy at the end. Couldn't believe that last stretch. Well done both of you.

  • @trailsandbeers
    @trailsandbeers Рік тому +2

    Amazing, total respect for anyone who can run 400 km on roads and on such a boring route!!

  • @j1lakenan1
    @j1lakenan1 2 роки тому +9

    Unbelievable! I followed along during the event but had no IDEA just how incredible this achievement was. Saved in the permanent list of ultra inspiring ultra marathon stories.

  • @KrisPeter
    @KrisPeter 2 роки тому +13

    This is an absolutely unbelievable race experience. Had me in tears at the end. Well done to the film maker. Well done to Vic and Gordon. Just superb.

    • @maryannmorgan9846
      @maryannmorgan9846 2 роки тому

      I'm not the only one watching who got emotional at the end then! 😊

  • @mikehowie4125
    @mikehowie4125 10 місяців тому +2

    Oh my god what a video of pure inspiration. I had tears in my eyes at the end thankyou for making this video I will be running my longest ever distance in March (Green an ultra Bristol) I will take your spirit and strength with me

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  10 місяців тому

      Wow, glad you enjoyed it and good luck in March

  • @flash_b_3602
    @flash_b_3602 Рік тому +2

    What a great journey…I was fixated from the start.
    Having run a fair few ultras, I see and understand some of the struggles…but, that was an amazing distance and an epic finish.
    Best I’ve seen for ages. 👏👏👏

  • @Kelly_Ben
    @Kelly_Ben 7 місяців тому +1

    I’ve only just started watching this, but I wanted to say this before it slipped my mind… choosing a race because A) it seemed impossible, B) it was a format you hate, to challenge yourself further, and C) to end the streak of no female finishers, is absolutely incredible. I have a new running hero. Can’t wait to finish and see it unfold!

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  6 місяців тому

      Hope you enjoyed the film and yep, two incredible people and runners for sure.

    • @Kelly_Ben
      @Kelly_Ben 6 місяців тому

      I just finished it on the treadmill, and about fell off! CONGRATULATIONS to you both, and thanks on behalf of all the ladies out there for showing it can be done! I was trying to come up with something encouraging and optimistic about your “near” finish… then held my breath for the next minute! I felt every one of those stairs at the end! I’m not a cryer at all, but my eyes were a little damp on that one. Now that I’m a fan, I can’t wait to follow your future adventures! Curious though… how long did it take/how did you heal from this insanity?

  • @JonChiefNicholson
    @JonChiefNicholson 8 місяців тому +1

    so great

  • @abeliever4133
    @abeliever4133 7 місяців тому +3

    So determined! And I had no idea the ending would be like that! Thank you for showing what will power and being together can do!
    I’m in!

  • @Jakettaylor
    @Jakettaylor 10 місяців тому +2

    Well done! Amazing work

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  10 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot! Glad you enjoyed the film.

  • @tearunnerslab
    @tearunnerslab 8 місяців тому +1

    Wow! What a great documentary!

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  8 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it! Plenty more documentaries on the channel.

  • @johnstewart8665
    @johnstewart8665 2 роки тому +5

    I've come to expect great films from Kelp and Fern. I'm never disappointed. There is true artistry here in the portrayal of the magnificent and heroic efforts of Vic and Gordon. If there's a better ultra running film out there I haven't seen it!

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  2 роки тому

      Thanks for such kind words John! I'm glad you enjoyed the film.

  • @colettewhelan8487
    @colettewhelan8487 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you, so inspiring. Total cliff hanger! 😄

  • @marky59
    @marky59 2 роки тому +4

    I have watched hundreds and hundreds of Running vids on here but by far for shear raw determination this is on the top of my watch list for me - epic - thank you so much for sharing it - loved every min of it.

  • @Mockba25
    @Mockba25 2 роки тому +8

    One of the most emotional running films i've seen. A huge congratulations to you both, an incredible journey!!

  • @shaunnicholson5389
    @shaunnicholson5389 2 роки тому +4

    Unreal. That is true grit on display that we usually only see and experience in the back end of ultras...but it went on for every minute past 30hrs and 43mins. The bloody onion ninjas came out at the end too! well done, what an epic journey you two went on.

    • @Kelly_Ben
      @Kelly_Ben 6 місяців тому

      “Bloody onion ninjas”! This non crier is stealing that!😂

  • @sellis1799
    @sellis1799 2 роки тому +5

    Totally and utterly inspiring. Gripped right to the end. Probably the best ultra documentary I've seen. Breathtaking.

  • @davemcintoshyt277
    @davemcintoshyt277 Рік тому +2

    Really enjoyed this. Gordon, you are a soldier. Vic, you are too.
    Hats off to the film makers, very well done.

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  Рік тому +1

      Thanks souch for watching and glad you enjoyed it. Yes they really are.

  • @S3nexus
    @S3nexus Рік тому +2

    What a film! This was incredible and inspiring, I've only been running for 6 months but now want this race on my bucket list. Massive respect to you all

  • @marienixon148
    @marienixon148 2 роки тому +5

    Absolutely crying my eyes out. Just incredible!!

  • @SeeChadRun
    @SeeChadRun 2 роки тому +4

    What an amazing finish! That was intense! 267 miles is astonishing. Well done runners!!!

  • @grahamgodfrey9913
    @grahamgodfrey9913 2 роки тому +3

    Absolutely epic!! Gordon, I'm sure the last time I saw you you were running to the Penlan for last orders, now you're running super human distances! Huge respect to both you and Vic, you pushed each other beyond all boundaries and achieved the unachievable 💪🏿

  • @rolandcolegate8228
    @rolandcolegate8228 2 роки тому +3

    The human spirit to survive in all it's glory, I was willing you to stop at that last check point, but I'm glad you didn't, the speed in that last section was unbelievably gutsy, beautifully filmed, well done to all concerned. Cheers Guys.

  • @lisaelliott1085
    @lisaelliott1085 Рік тому +2

    That was truly amazing and demonstrated the power and the courage of two dedicated and determined people.

  • @improperrunner
    @improperrunner 2 роки тому +4

    How inspirational. This randomly appeared randomly on my you tube feed, but watched from start to finish. Heart was in my mouth at the end, and had a tear for you both. Congratulations.

  • @Ourpinchofmagic774
    @Ourpinchofmagic774 Рік тому +1

    Very inspiring both are champion and heroic runners🥇🥇🥇🏆🏆🏆

  • @epipolar4480
    @epipolar4480 Рік тому +1

    Incredible story, film and runners! I met you and Vic this weekend at Rasselbock but had no idea! It's been years since I felt so inspired by a running film, thank you! James

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  Рік тому

      I thought you'd enjoy it, with a big ultra coming up yourself which sounded similar to this race. Great to meet you James!

  • @sonjam5820
    @sonjam5820 Рік тому +1

    Wauw. I was rooting for you. Exiting to the last minute. Great job, well done. 🎉

  • @michaelbennett6778
    @michaelbennett6778 2 роки тому +3

    Incredible achievement and totally inspirational to watch. I have run quite a few ultras up to 56 m but I think this is going to be the moment you guys have persuaded me to go further and enter a 100. Many thanks and great filming 👍🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♂️🏁

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  2 роки тому

      Best of luck with your new aims!

    • @thehappyrunner1317
      @thehappyrunner1317 2 роки тому

      Fantastic! Look forward to an update on which 100 you go for. A Welsh one prehaps?

  • @nickylouise
    @nickylouise 2 роки тому +3

    Wow. Just wow. I remember following their little dots along the route during the race. So amazing to see it like this. Thank you! So emotional at the end I was in tears...when Vic goes...I think I got a Parkrun PB....or oh that's a big medal! You both have such big hearts. What a journey!

  • @splottcardiff3993
    @splottcardiff3993 9 місяців тому +1

    What a nice bunch of people - fair play!! 👏

  • @kristylover86
    @kristylover86 2 роки тому +5

    That was some of the most amazing watching. How close did they want to cut it!? Brilliant! This has inspired me to try an ultra. Not quite that big though!

  • @startrunningstayrunning3445
    @startrunningstayrunning3445 2 роки тому +4

    What an incredible story and true grit and determination. Very proud of you both xxx

  • @paulwheeldon3487
    @paulwheeldon3487 2 роки тому +2

    I'm privelaged to know Gordon. He is, exactly what you see on this video. You couldn't wish to meet a better human.

  • @VictorChavesVVBC
    @VictorChavesVVBC 2 роки тому +2

    This film is amazing! I couldn't hold a laugh at 1:02:55 when checkpoint 5 was labeled "NoWhere" on the aerial map.
    Great work all of you!

  • @hayleytube1
    @hayleytube1 2 роки тому +2

    So emotional. What a journey. A well deserved medal! Wow!

  • @teamchopchop
    @teamchopchop 2 роки тому +4

    Great documentary about the physical and mental aspects of ultra running. What a fantastic performance they have delivered!

  • @irun2k20patotato4
    @irun2k20patotato4 2 роки тому +3

    No words.. You are source of inspiration! Watching this video I felt like to there and run all that nights.. Unique and epic experience to keep in mind forever.. Congrats!!

  • @tearunnerslab
    @tearunnerslab 5 місяців тому

    Watching it now for the third time.. This is so great. I will make mye next vacation to Wales, and just run

  • @dominicwest2212
    @dominicwest2212 9 місяців тому +1

    Brian you ledge

  • @prestatynblue
    @prestatynblue 2 роки тому +3

    That was amazing. What an incredible journey.Absolute legends.

  • @michaelstallard8563
    @michaelstallard8563 2 роки тому +2

    What a truly wonderful film of two amazing people, I loved every second the emotion and determination shines through. Amazing and what an ending,…

  • @nicksrunningandadventureschann
    @nicksrunningandadventureschann 2 роки тому +2

    Nothing but total respect for you both inspirational

  • @markg99
    @markg99 2 роки тому +1

    Loved this. Thanks for making and posting this truly epic journey. The race itself is probably just a few hundred km too far for me 😄🏃‍♂️ Well done to all involved 👍🏻

  • @powerofwords4211
    @powerofwords4211 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome video guys, such a happy ending. Really pleased for Gordon after he had to pull out in the event last year. : )

  • @petesouthern6776
    @petesouthern6776 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, that was amazing.

  • @rynohatate4831
    @rynohatate4831 2 роки тому +3

    Saved for later! Looking forward to it. 👍

  • @RichardSimcox
    @RichardSimcox 2 роки тому +3

    Wow what an ending

  • @1975EDave
    @1975EDave 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome vid!!!! 👌 So happy they made it 💪💪💪💪💪

  • @csicso12
    @csicso12 2 роки тому +1

    Holy shit guys! That endgame written in Hollywood 😃 Congratulations to both of you!

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  2 роки тому

      I don't think we'll see an ending like this in an ultra for a very long time!

    • @csicso12
      @csicso12 2 роки тому

      @@KelpandFern you're god damn right :)

  • @Ripper218
    @Ripper218 Рік тому +1

    Awesome!

  • @thelaziestultrarunner6177
    @thelaziestultrarunner6177 2 роки тому +2

    Cracking watch. Captivating and captures the event brilliantly. An epic achievement deserves an epic documentary!

  • @shirleylowe8045
    @shirleylowe8045 2 роки тому +3

    that was immense. well done all involved x

  • @Q8Patriot
    @Q8Patriot Рік тому +1

    Congrats 🎉🎉🎉❤❤ , the video is really inspiration. Going to my first 100k this year wish me luck

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  Рік тому

      Good luck with your race, going to be an awesome adventure. Glad you enjoyed the film too.

  • @Gnomeye
    @Gnomeye 2 роки тому +2

    Really looking forward to watch the movie! :) thanks for the link

  • @windowtomylife3933
    @windowtomylife3933 2 роки тому +1

    Congratulations! Amazing finish 👏 well done

  • @alisonslack6330
    @alisonslack6330 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing congratulations such a nail biting finish

  • @jamiewilliams874
    @jamiewilliams874 2 роки тому +1

    Such a truly amazing documentary, a true testament to the human spirit and what can be accomplished when the body says no but the minds says yes. Huge congratulations on your incredible achievement, you have inspired so many more runners to believe in themselves and set bigger goals in their running journey.

  • @GaborL
    @GaborL 2 роки тому +1

    Finally got to watch this. Unbelievable, I couldn’t have guessed the ending either. Nice job filming this and sharing the experience. LGee

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  2 роки тому +1

      So happy that you watched it and also enjoyed it LGee! Thanks again for the kind words.

  • @Tom-mcateer
    @Tom-mcateer 2 роки тому +2

    Brilliant this ..awesome.. 👏👏👏👏

  • @tomcrofts7284
    @tomcrofts7284 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing video and top running too. Was absolutely hooked and to finish in that way is just fantastic! Keep up the good work all 👍

  • @nickthomas8460
    @nickthomas8460 2 роки тому +2

    That was great.

  • @levidaisyyoung220
    @levidaisyyoung220 2 роки тому +1

    what an epic video of 2 people that I admire. I dont think id ever regret watching this video.. thank you..

  • @mikebthevegan8665
    @mikebthevegan8665 2 роки тому +2

    Absolutely gripping documentary! Truly inspiring and very emotional to watch. Respect.

  • @Thedarksiderunner
    @Thedarksiderunner 2 роки тому +2

    Loved it. Well done Gordon and Vic

  • @emlyngriffith5846
    @emlyngriffith5846 Рік тому

    What an inspirational video…..all the way from my hometown to my university town. I’m not sure what went wrong at Dolgellau….and I’m surprised at how sparse and unfriendly the check points were….but hats off to this gutsy pair. These are real athletes and I was rooting for them all the way. I really enjoyed it….Da iawn. Diolch yn fawr. 👍🍷

  • @nabranestwistypuzzler7019
    @nabranestwistypuzzler7019 2 роки тому +2

    THIS IS SO EPIC!!!!!!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @matthewknapper7430
    @matthewknapper7430 2 роки тому +2

    Perfect pacing !!! Incredible achievement 💯💥

  • @donkeykebab
    @donkeykebab 2 роки тому +3

    Incredible ❤

  • @chasm6917
    @chasm6917 2 роки тому +2

    Great film and a remarkable achievement. Absolutely brilliant!

  • @darrensmith4151
    @darrensmith4151 2 роки тому +1

    Thoroughly enjoyed that. Well done to you both!

  • @mathiasdonoso5768
    @mathiasdonoso5768 2 роки тому +2

    Man that was epic! Well done you two!

  • @GoodChemistry
    @GoodChemistry 2 роки тому +2

    Incredible journey, and an inspiration to us all! Thanks so much for sharing your story :)

  • @TrondStenvik
    @TrondStenvik 2 роки тому +2

    Epic stuff! Totally enjoyed watching!! 👍🏻

  • @ND-jb8iq
    @ND-jb8iq 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, thanks

  • @bushsons100
    @bushsons100 2 роки тому +2

    Fantastic

  • @bespokesportsmedals7094
    @bespokesportsmedals7094 2 місяці тому

    Wow great achivement

  • @nathantaylor357
    @nathantaylor357 2 роки тому +1

    Epic🎉

  • @ozenfant_ozn
    @ozenfant_ozn 2 роки тому +2

    epic!

  • @peanutbutter604
    @peanutbutter604 2 роки тому +2

    Wow 👀 👌 👏

  • @Mookiethedog
    @Mookiethedog Рік тому

    Wow....if you're not sure if you should watch this do yourself a favor and sit back & enjoy.

  • @martinscofield7477
    @martinscofield7477 2 роки тому +2

    That was really good, I was very impressed by their finish! One thing I noticed was the size of the rucksacks. Do you need to carry a lot on the race?

    • @thehappyrunner1317
      @thehappyrunner1317 2 роки тому

      Yes! We were totally self supported, the last 20 hours we ran out of food and didn't come across a shop on route.. we were starving!

  • @gordonhughes3202
    @gordonhughes3202 2 роки тому +1

    Many thanks to you all for your kind comments x

    • @KelpandFern
      @KelpandFern  2 роки тому +1

      pob lwc yfory met! Thinking of you running in circles!

  • @jacobvandermeulen1970
    @jacobvandermeulen1970 2 роки тому +1

    "this was the only 10 K I really enjoyed".... in a 400 K race..... I rest my case!

  • @dyfedpritchard7704
    @dyfedpritchard7704 2 роки тому +2

    Gwych iawn!

  • @annacmoo
    @annacmoo 2 роки тому +2

    @thegingerrunner have you seen this?

  • @tearunnerslab
    @tearunnerslab 8 місяців тому

    Just paused the film where you were denied access to the indoor checkpoint. Its outrageous? They were so mean

  • @jamesb514
    @jamesb514 2 роки тому

    Absolute kudos to the runners but did the RD really make up a cut off that was so arbitrary he had to climb down when challenged?

  • @ifanmorgan8070
    @ifanmorgan8070 2 роки тому +3

    Ardderchog ! Be di’r stori efo cysgu efo coesau i fyny ar gadeiria ? Dwi wedi bod yn effro am dyddia tra’n gweithio ar rigs yn y dwyrain canol - 5 diwrnod heb wely ar y mwya - ond r’on i’n cysgu ar fy nhraed neu mewn gadair. Oes’na lês cysgu efo traed i fyny ?

    • @thehappyrunner1317
      @thehappyrunner1317 2 роки тому +1

      Haha so sleeping with legs up helps circulation and prevents swelling x

    • @ifanmorgan8070
      @ifanmorgan8070 2 роки тому

      @@thehappyrunner1317 Thanks :-) There’s a scene in Greyhound where Tom Hanks ask for his slippers because he’s been on his feet for two days, and I was delighted they put that in because it shows someone involved knows exactly what that itchy soreness feels like. Out of interest what time of day do you find hardest to get through ? For me although 4am is the most sleepy, it’s 8-10am when my concentration/ability really takes a dip. I’m just standing around working though, might be different running ?