Brad Hefta-Gaub is a Seattle tech entrepreneur and adventurer. To celebrate turning 50 in 2019 he set out to run 50 ultramarathons during the year.
Mid -race heel-click at Smith Rock 50km, about 5 miles in, the day after running the Smith Rock 50-Miler Credit: Trevor Lyden
Watch us chat about it:
Our 15-minute discussion covers:
-How to pull off running an ultra almost every weekend for an entire year
-What is an ultramarathon, anyway?
-Body image issues: “Still a fat kid”
Brad running the Coyote Wall 50km, overlooking over the Columbia Gorge Credit: Jesse Ellis / Let’s Wander PhotographyApproaching the Suntop aid station at mile 40 in the White River 50-Miler Credit: Glenn TachiyamaBrad gets a finish line high five from the PCT Three Corner Rock 50km Race Director
It must be hell to be the mate of a cycling addict. Things that are hugely important like skinny tires, high tech toys, and the need for speed all threaten our closest relationships.
Eugene, OR is a fantastic cycling town and has an amazing pool of potential cycling partners. I feel fortunate about the circle of cycling friends I had while I lived there. We were all able to take advantage of one another's strengths to stay fit, improve our riding skills, and have fun.
State of the art, circa 1958 Back in the day, before styrofoam and helmets were invented, cyclists relied on crushable felt hats to protect their heads. Image courtesy Ian Fuller.
Many high schools provide students with alternative ways to earn P.E. credits. At Squalicum High School in Bellingham, this comes in the form of a "P.E. waiver" that is typically granted to students involved in extracurricular activities such as cheerleading, team sports or other physically demanding, organized after school activities (figure skating, hockey, martial arts etc.).
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