The Challenge at Devils Turn

The Challenge at Devils Turn

18 men accepted the challenge levied the night before. Could 3 laps of the #LC aka The Hillz be completed in one running of #F3DevilsTurn? Would anyone collapse from exertion? Would Strange Brew keep his shirt on? Read more of this very very late backblast to find out.

The route of the day was to go north on Rea Rd navigating the jagged although partially repaired sidewalks to where 51 intersects. We then proceeded further north before turning left into Five Knolls subdivision which also has a road of the same name. Five Knolls Dr. is a one mile out and back which ends in a cul-de-sac. It is a perfect hill route to see and be seen while experiencing appreciable pain.

On Wednesday night, the challenge was levied that 3 laps could clearly not be completed (with Strava record evidence) in the 1 hour workout. This would mean 8+ miles at 7:24 min/mile pace. This may sound manageable to some. However, factor in the 0 warmup and significant hills on the route, and it becomes a challenge.

Everyone meant business this morning and after the disclaimer and the “you may die” speech was complete, we took to the streets at respectable pace.

There were 4 in the lead pack making a run for glory. There was Frazier, Hairball, Beaker, and Bunker all vying for the legend status. Haggis was nipping at their heels while simultaneously trying not to blow out a calf or leg tendon.

Frazier and Hairball completed the 8 miles in the allotted time. Beaker and Bunker were very close and Haggis completed it but arrived at COT late and was disqualified.

Everyone else not crazy enough to try for a full 3 laps still experienced the pain of the steep incline going out and the gradual grind coming back on Five Knolls. BRR training is in full swing and the #LC is a great place to lay down some hilly miles.

Welcome Muppet to Devils Turn. Word is that Haggis used his Scottish sales tactics to lure Muppet into posting. We are glad you did brother! A long run on those kind of hills is quite a way to start at DT and you did it with a smile. Strong!

Thanks for running guys! It makes the pain much more bearable.

Announcements:
– No F3 Dads this week due to 4th festivities
– Sign up for F3 Golf, it will be fun