Race: Mountain Mist Ultra (50k)
Runner: Lukas Burrer
Race Date: 01/28/2023
Location: Huntsville, AL
Results: 5:45:56
Strava Activity Link: https://strava.app.link/52jGc0D30wb
3 Bests – What aspects of the race did you like the most?
- Beautiful trails
- A lot of rolling hills
- Steep climbs
Not so much – Aspects of the race that didn’t do it for you
It was very muddy and slippery
Highlights of your race – What did you do well and enjoy about your race in particular?
- Hit my sub 6h time goal
- Made some new friends during the run
Lessons for others – Share your pro-tips on the race to help the next runner
First half is way easier than the second half! Pretty much all the vertical is happening during the second half
Lessons you learned that will help you next time around
I brought too much water and food. It was just extra weight I had to carry around all the time
Most important course specific knowledge to know about the race
Safe enough energy for the second half
Aesthetics – Is it a pretty course?
Yes! Some very nice and pretty trails
Difficulty – Is it a tough course?
Yes! Very steep climbs at the end
Organized and well run – Did it feel like a well-oiled machine or were they flying by the seat of their pants?
It was very good organized
Competition – Is there a strong field?
Yeah it’s pretty competitive
Logistics – Does it require a special handshake, registration a year in advance, hotels all booked? Give us the low down on the nuts and bolts of making the race happen.
Sells out pretty fast
Weather and typical race conditions
Usually very cold
Gear – Did you need anything special or is there anything you’d recommend for the next runner?
Waterproof shoes would help a lot
How’s the Swag?
It’s fun
The Overall Score – How many stars do you give this race and do you recommend that others run it
5/5
Would recommend it to everyone