Lose A Bet, Run An Ultramarathon!
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Published 2024-05-05
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Watch what happens when a friendly game of Skeeball quickly turns into a bet and the next thing we knew, we were lining up for an ultramarathon. Joined by our friends from up north (and my JMT partners from our epic 2020 through hike adventure), we tackled the Leona Divide 55K much of which runs along the Pacific Coast Trail.
As a rustbuster to kickstart my running season, the race presented both excitement and uncertainty. Little did I know, the twists and turns of this race would push me to my limits and beyond.
Experience the highs and lows of ultrarunning as I push through miles of beautiful terrain, fueled by the joy of the trails and the support of fellow runners. But as the race unfolds, unexpected challenges arise, including running out of water in the unforgiving final stretch. Hope you enjoy!
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All Comments (21)
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What is/was your first race to kick off 2024?
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I am not much of a runner, let alone an ultra runner... but for some reason I can not get enough of this sport. Thanks for what you have done for this sport!
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Doing a 50k as a rust buster!! 😮. I would be happy with a 10 miler 🤷🏻♂️😆. Great video as always 👍🏼
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I can totally relate to not liking folx behind me especially in the first part of the race. I like to go inward and the pressure of someone behind me can be overwhelming.
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Just want to say "Thanks Billy". I will be running my first ever Ultramarathon in a few weeks in Germany, a 75K called "Rennsteiglauf". I got into running a few years ago and somehow stumbled across your channel. Since then I always had the goal of running this race as it is near my childhood home. You have always been a real motivation for me and running changed my life completely. So many thanks for that! I also am happy that you, as my favourite YouTuber, put out videos on a more regularly basis lately. 🙂
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Nice way to start out the running season by grinding through a 50 miler! That'll get the legs warmed up! Not to mention the spectacular scenery! Nice job on the run and video!🏃📹🎬
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Special treat to get a Billy Yang piece on a Sunday night lets go!
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Way to grind out a finish, Billy. I recently DNF'd my last 50k. Back to back aid stations ran out of water (!) but I also shouldn't have taken just a handheld. I knew I'd regret it but for some reason did it anyway. My new rule: 1L min between aid stations.
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That was a fun and painful start to the season! Proud of you for gutting it out love 😮💨
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Thank you for sharing your race with us .
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Good Job ! love your positive attitude !
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Off the bench and finishes 25/159. Crazy good, Billy.
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Great video Billy and so spot on with the tough day we all had out there.
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Good running with you in the thick of the heat dude! 🥵
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Nice one Billy! Thank you for sharing the adventure!
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Looking forward to doing a KH race this year, so I loved your shoutout to Keira! I agree, a Golden Ticket race in SoCal would be amazing and would definitely be supported!
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Motivating as usual. Great start to the year.
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Awesome job Billy!!!🎉
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Love the throwback race video!
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Looked like a HOT one! Just been running in Taiwan - so so so humid! Not a fan of the heat! Way to finish. 🙌
