Hi Hardrockers, I have been fielding some e-mails about the snow levels on the course and whether or not we will be canceling this years Hardrock....
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Charles T. Thorn
thorn@...
May 2, 2008 5:08 pm
Greetings Hardrockers, Below is the snow report as of the last day of April, 08 for Silverton. As you can see, snowfall let up in April. The spring melt is...
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Matt Mahoney
matmahoney
May 2, 2008 9:42 pm
I am wondering what shoes to wear for Hardrock this year. There is more snow than usual, meaning more than usual water crossings. I would like a shoe that...
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Tom Stockton
tbstockton
May 2, 2008 9:55 pm
As far a Five Fingers in snow goes, I tried to do ski hill repeats in a pair this winter. Traction was pretty good up the slopes but my toes froze pretty...
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Matt Mahoney
matmahoney
May 2, 2008 9:58 pm
Yeah, maybe I should get the Flows. They are designed for colder weather. ... -- Matt Mahoney, matmahoney@......
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Twiggsc@...
twiggsc
May 2, 2008 10:07 pm
Matt, I can't believe the weight you would spare would be worth the risk involved in wearing these shoes on HR100 terrain. There are easier ways to go faster,...
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Matt Mahoney
matmahoney
May 2, 2008 10:47 pm
... Well, I haven't decided yet. I normally run barefoot on the beach. ... -- Matt Mahoney, matmahoney@......
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james varner
jvarner1313
May 2, 2008 10:50 pm
hi matt i second twiggy's response that there's probably better ways to shave ounces but i know you like those super light shoes and you gotta go with what you...
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johncappis
May 3, 2008 5:20 pm
I am working on trying to schedule work with the Colorado Fourteener's Initiative Group and/or the BLM for the week end of July 5-6. Work with CFI would be on...
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Tom Stockton
tbstockton
May 5, 2008 3:24 am
John, I'd like to work on July 5 and 6. I'd prefer Handies but open to where ever you need people. Thanks! Tom Stockton 505.660.8591 ... -- Tom Stockton (505)...
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Jennifer Roach
jrhigh@...
May 5, 2008 4:12 pm
Hi John If we can make it, we will do at least one of the days. Will you guys be able to set up the aid station in Pole Creek this year??!!...
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Fred Ecks
fredecks
May 5, 2008 5:55 pm
Hey John, Please count me in for trail work this year. I'd prefer Handies, but will work elsewhere if that's not available. I'll be in Silverton starting...
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Fred Ecks
fredecks
May 5, 2008 6:03 pm
Hey all, I'm on the lookout for a pacer for this year's run. I can't say for sure that I'll be in (I'm #14 on the wait list), but it seems likely. As this is...
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Kelly Korevec
kkorevec
May 5, 2008 6:29 pm
I'm also looking for a pacer for hardrock. I'm a hardrock first-timer, lucky enough to get in the race on my second try! Looking to do well, but primarily...
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Craig Slagel
craigslagel
May 8, 2008 9:10 am
Just saw that they have the 2008 runners manual on the hardrock website now. Craig...
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tkapres@...
tkapres2003
May 8, 2008 2:57 pm
That's a good sign that the run is on. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
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bill losey
billlosey
May 8, 2008 3:03 pm
I just watched the best skiing moving I have ever seen. "Steep" Rent it, buy it. It is all about big mountain skiing. First ascent of the Grand tetons....
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bill losey
billlosey
May 8, 2008 3:07 pm
Sorry, not to supposed to go to list. Happy training....
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Dale Garland
hardrock100@...
May 8, 2008 5:00 pm
Hi Everybody, Today there was a light dusting of snow in Silverton. Currently, the snowpack on the Hardrock course is still above the historical average for ...
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Twiggsc@...
twiggsc
May 8, 2008 5:18 pm
Dale, We have lots of extra sunshine in Florida right now. I'll pack up a big box and send it right over. Warm wishes, Chris Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless...
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Craig Slagel
craigslagel
May 8, 2008 5:28 pm
I'll keep doing my sun dance the trouble is it only seems to be affecting California. Is the snow more of an issue with runner support and aid Station access...
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Steve Pero
ultrastevep
May 8, 2008 5:54 pm
Written in the latest Silverton Standard are the words below written by Freddie Canfield, which gives me some hope! "Warming weather has blessed our realm in...
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Andy Hewat
hewat.andy
May 8, 2008 10:45 pm
Thanks Steve for the reassuring words. About to book my international flights so although I am maintaining confidence, positive messages like that really help....
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Steve Pero
ultrastevep
May 8, 2008 10:56 pm
Well, Andy....if you've waited this long, best to wait until after the committee meets on May 18th. Deb's flight is already booked, but we'll be coming out...
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Craig Slagel
craigslagel
May 15, 2008 7:05 am
Sending warm thoughts to Silverton :) ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
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Liz Bauer
lizlovestorun
May 19, 2008 3:02 am
Hello John, I would love to participate in the trail work the weekend of July 5Th and 6Th. My preference is Bear creek trail, but I would gladly work where...
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David Goldberg
beardog196065
May 19, 2008 4:26 pm
HI JOHN, I too would like to sign up for trail work on the July 5-6 weekend assuming HR 100 is still going ??? Any work on any trail is fine with me. Please...
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Blake P. Wood
bwood@...
May 19, 2008 7:45 pm
I put up a few photos showing the snow cover yesterday around Silverton at http://www.run100s.com/HR/hardrocksnowpack.html There's a lot of snow in the high...
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inmotion@...
samantha.sigle
May 19, 2008 11:06 pm
Hi My name is Samantha Sigle and I live in Boulder Colorado. I am very interested in pacing for someone at hardrock. Here is my background: I love trail...
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Dale Garland
hardrock100@...
May 19, 2008 11:52 pm
Hi Everybody, Although there is still a lot of snow on the course (thanks Blake for those great pictures), we are putting all the pieces in place for this...
