Leadville 100 Run - Finding The Why

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Жыл бұрын

A recap of the entire process around the Leadville 100, my first 100 mile run. When signing up for 2022 Leadville 100, I had never run over 26 miles and when race day came, it was my third official ultra. I will never forget this amazing experience and another HUGE thank you to everyone in my life who helped make this happen.
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@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Curious WTF you wear when running 100 miles? Watch my gear video here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ntOAmtCFppuVhZs.html

@jazzmynbrown8221 3 ай бұрын

are you racing again this year?

@samrichardson2641 Жыл бұрын

Dude no way you took time to set up your camera and get shots while you were running a 100 mile race you’re built different

@runningwithsimon Жыл бұрын

lol literally, no way he took some of those on race day... but I love that he took the time - I'm assuming the day before while also getting drone shots based on the sky and no runners - it makes for a much nicer movie.

@brandon4601 Жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly. My man’s a beast.

@Kyle-zk7oq Ай бұрын

I want to know if he set the camera up before or after the race, the weather is not the same as race day. For example, look at the sky when he is at the bottom of powerline and goes onto the road. Sunny skies with white clouds. Just a mile or so later at Outward Bound the sky is totally grey.

@kiera_kayaks7521 Жыл бұрын

I've never met you man, but each time I watch you hit that finish line I tear up. So freakin proud of you! And thank you for taking us along, I love it!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏🏽

@ajpotter518 Жыл бұрын

You are an inspiration to many folks out there. I have recently started climbing 14ers in the last two years and I’ve watched many KZfaq folks. But, I’ve always come back to your videos because of the time you spend showing the routes and not focusing on hyping yourself up as others do. I’ve learned so much from your videos as how to go about climbing them. I definitely stick to the class 2 right now. But this video was no different. You showed us the true you and how you had ups and downs and worked thru them. You obviously have an incredible family base that support you. Keep up the great job with the videos as I know how much time it must take to edit them. But know that you are helping so many out there find enjoyment in the wilderness.

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy, it’s a slog and I do sometimes question why I’m doing it because it’s so much work and I sometimes do feel used too but stories like yours keep me inspired to keep going so thank you 🙏🏽 Best of luck with whatever goals you have in the mountains, you got this 👊🏽

@Adventures_of_Rev Жыл бұрын

I got Goosebumps watching you crossing that finish line! BEAST!!!!

@torimiller7486 Жыл бұрын

You’re a rock star! Congrats on your finish. As someone who loves to run, you ultra-marathoners inspire the hell outta me. I’ve been following he Leadville 100 for years, thanks so much for giving us an insiders look.

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Can’t tell you how much I appreciate the kind words. Leadville is a special race

@gmeta2611 Жыл бұрын

pure leadville spirit!!

@larrydirks285 Жыл бұрын

Hats off to everyone who has the courage to undertake such a event. 🥳

@pw2883 Жыл бұрын

Hi Sherpa, What a hardcore athlete you are - both physically and mentally! You achieved a goal that perhaps only the top 0.01% of athletes can accomplish. I’m so happy for you for earning a belt buckle - you now belong to an exclusive club!

@prairiestonecollectiblescu835 Жыл бұрын

I kind of waited to watch this video until I knew I needed inspiration. Today was the day! 😁 While we are worlds apart in our physical abilities, we share the love of the Colorado ( & other) mountains. Congratulations on a truely amazing feat!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much and glad it was able to provide some inspiration 💪🏽

@davidwatkins1734 Жыл бұрын

Loved that man, thank you.

@abalone317 Жыл бұрын

Juno!! Can't think of a better "why"

@GaryCarlton-km5vv 3 ай бұрын

This will be my 22nd year at the Hope Pass Aid Station. You all inspire me to return year after year and be there for you. Your strength to continue on always resonates with me while deep in the back country alone on my own journey. Gary

@TheVirtualSherpa 3 ай бұрын

thank YOU for all you do. Volunteers make all of these ultras possible

@gregforester5935 Жыл бұрын

Your videos got us through COVID and inspired us to climb Mt Elbert. We actually arrived in Leadville from NC the day of the race. We did a hike around Turquoise Lake on Sunday. Wish we knew you were in the race so we could have introduced ourselves

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff, happy to hear. I was probably a very dead inside person on Sunday so best we didn't meet then I would have been VERY cranky/depressed hahah.

@jmbabineaux Жыл бұрын

Congrats!! Truly inspiring

@coachb530 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Details were great for other Ultra folks and look forward to doing these races in the near future!

@salisburyxc22 Жыл бұрын

Big congrats on finishing and thanks for sharing your journey!

@jenniferfeleppa5371 Жыл бұрын

Your why made me cry...watching you cross the finish line choked me up because it was such an accomplishment, but the why....ugly crying immediately. I bet she is proud of her dad🖤

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jennifer, I know she’s proud 🐼

@wattsjc1 Жыл бұрын

Amazing job and so inspirational! Congrats!!

@jg5555 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video man, awesome job and thanks for taking us on the run with you!!

@johnbaumert Жыл бұрын

Congrats!!

@miahrun Жыл бұрын

So bad ass man. Happy for you and congratulations

@alealejandro9696 Жыл бұрын

Amazing amazing video man. Truly an inspiration

@thirdballattack Жыл бұрын

Brother, well done.

@kenkenkenken007 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic man! Awesome!! Juno was with you all the way!!!

@99krushil Жыл бұрын

U r an inspiration to many!! Thanks.

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Means a lot thank you 🙏🏽

@Meishach2112 Жыл бұрын

Awesome job man! We are just wrapping up 5 weeks in Summit County and headed back to Dallas. Your channel really helped me prepare, and we knocked out 6 14ers and a bunch of other peaks and great hikes. Thanks for all the motivation and congratulations on your race!

@amywirtz6881 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Such an incredible accomplishment!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks Amy 👊🏽

@hordboy Жыл бұрын

Dude…. that is so awesome! Congrats! 💯

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks really appreciate it 👊🏽

@arcoleman10 Жыл бұрын

A life goal. Very impressive!

@jasonthomas16 Жыл бұрын

Incredible. Congratulations ❤

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jason 🙏🏽

@OmarSanchez-mp1gp Жыл бұрын

Amazing.

@natashabaily9061 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations!!!! You are amazing and truly inspiring. Keep up the great work😊

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

@ChicosBailBonds-hb8nx Жыл бұрын

Got a little "dusty" in my office when you finished. What a great story, thanks for sharing!!

@mtwain1674 Жыл бұрын

Dude, awesome, really, really awesome. You inspire us all!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@emfritz82 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations! This is such a huge accomplishment. Great job pushing through the lows and accomplishing your goal. 👊

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks Erin, think I have the bug - already looking into what other 100s I can do 😂

@torcherd83 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations, man. #rip Juno 🙏❤️

@manzanares9754 Жыл бұрын

Good job buddy. Can tell lots of work went into this, had fun watching it.

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed, thank you very much.

@ColoradoRunnerGuy Жыл бұрын

I loved watching this, thanks for sharing your journey, especially with how difficult and emotional it was. Ken was so proud of you at the finish, what a great guy to be there to greet everyone at the finish line.

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Glad you caught that - I loved his reaction and it’s why I kept that bit in. Really cool to see and glad you liked the vid 👊🏽

@grantskidmore6921 2 ай бұрын

Inspiring! Keep training bro

@sidbarnes2107 Жыл бұрын

Amazing xxxxx

@TK98973 Жыл бұрын

Congrats man! Running 100 miles is seriously something else! Way to give it your all and earn that buckle!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

That’s man 👊🏽

@dansouth2088 Жыл бұрын

Wow so proud of you man! I've never run Leadville but know the course and history and cutoffs well. Such a great accomplishment. Major Congrats!!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan - it was a battle and I’m def ready for another one 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

@URin1984 Жыл бұрын

Dude, you are such a motivator. I watch your 14er videos occasionally as I'm planning to climb one. What you did here is so hardcore. This is superhero mode. Nice!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

@thezenhodler1620 Жыл бұрын

You're a beast. Love the channel. Love trail running and love hiking 14ers.

@papajon62 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations from Georgia here! I was just in Leadville on vacation a few weeks ago to hike Mt Elbert. Man, that race looks brutal. I like the guy at the finish with the double barreled shotgun. My kind of folk….

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Really awesome people, they founded the race and have run it something like 10+ times. Check out their backstory - it’s really cool

@jessenattrass3107 Жыл бұрын

So impressed! You're a bad ass! Emotional to watch....

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

🙏🏽

@emilywein8956 Жыл бұрын

This is amazing Mickey! Glad you did it. And glad you found your why. I think it’s interesting to think about what types of things are goals for certain people. And how certain activities are “absolutely that’s awesome for some” and for others is a fuck no. People going above and beyond doing something is always amazing though regardless of whatever it is they choose to do. Congratulations

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks Emily and agree with you - it’s such an interesting concept to think about what motivates each individual. Even in the running world: prs vs distance or in hiking: peak bagging vs exploring new areas.

@kathrynsmith8554 Жыл бұрын

Dang dude, you’re a badass. I admire your determination. Congrats! Thanks for sharing some BTS on what a race like this involves.

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kathryn appreciate it 👍🏽

@travismolly4654 Жыл бұрын

Incredible people we are 💪👍

@Dontbustthecrust Жыл бұрын

Damn Sherpa, you're a savage.

@gregory_adam5350 Жыл бұрын

Cool vid 👍🏻

@specintexas7225 Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry to hear about Juno really am. Very amazing that you finished the race for her how incredibly are you😊

@duzer Жыл бұрын

Nice job!!!! Way to come back from the depths to cross that finish line!!!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks man - really enjoyed your BM ultra as well. Looked like a ton of fun 🤟🏽

@michaelroundcount8982 Жыл бұрын

1:26 was that the Miami Marathon back in February? That was my first marathon. I thought training at altitude in the cold on the High Line Canal trail in Denver would give me an advantage, but I totally underestimated the south Florida humidity sucking it all out of me. That's a cake walk compared to Leadville, but an experience I'll never forget. Glad to have shared it with you; catch you on the trails or at the Colfax Marathon! Congrats!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Good spot - ran the half and yeah the humidity is something 🥵

@mikimcconaha9507 10 ай бұрын

Fu@$ing love this❤

@robytosso9311 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I mean it! Thank you for the reminder that we can achieve great things because we have a why? In our hearts! Thank you for the detailed footage, it will really help me to plan my race and thank you for sharing you amazing story, now, you’re a part of my why? To toe that start line this coming 8/19th!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Go get it, you got this!

@ZackRuns 11 ай бұрын

Great inspo! RRR will be my first 100 next month. Hoping to have the chance to say hello to you on the course!

@TheVirtualSherpa 11 ай бұрын

See you out there 🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽

@oongieboongie Жыл бұрын

Juno sees you!

@Mrm16pink Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah 👏🏻🙌🏻#Rip big toes .

@michaelmyers7416 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos and as a hiker turned mountain climber, ice and alpine, and now over the hill, I enjoy the mountain videos. Never was a runner. Did the Leadville 100 on mountain bike, a separate race and can’t imagine doing 100 running. Did the 24 hours of Montezuma‘s revenge a now defunct mountain bike race that included a snow climb over grays which intimidated a lot of people and I hold some kind of intergalactic age graded non-drug fueled record on that one for top 10. Also successfully did Paris -Brest-Paris with the American team. 750 miles on race bike self supported in under 90 hours. I say this not to toot my own horn which is too old to make much of a sound but to give some credence to the absolute awe that I have for all that you do and particularly that run. Though I would much rather watch you dance in the mountains. Congratulations again

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the kind words Michael, especially from someone as accomplished as yourself.

@farbeyonddriven8173 Жыл бұрын

I roll under the name FAR BEYOND DRIVEN but I ain't that driven. VERY well done!!!!

@thereadmans5693 Жыл бұрын

Love your channel man. I’m wondering how you trained for a 100 mile mountain race. What were some of the furthest distances you ran before this? And were you nervous out in the middle of the track about getting sick/injured or anything? Again love the channel dude, you’re living my dream life!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Most I had run (before signing up for this) was a marathon but had also done a full Ironman. In training, I topped out at a 50 mile run though an event (video on the channel) and then did several 26+ mile days as well. No nerves other than finishing and making cutoffs.

@eddy0083 Жыл бұрын

The aspens in the twin lakes part of this course look amazing, is there any place better for leaf peeping this fall?

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Million dollar highway / slumgullion pass are the best spots I’ve seen if you can time them right

@joevandenbosch6199 Жыл бұрын

Let’s go Mickey!!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Thanks bro - really appreciate it, hope all is well 👊🏽

@tresilewis5925 Жыл бұрын

Juno would be so proud....and rightfully so.

@shawnvsshawn3573 Жыл бұрын

Hey man! I just stumbled across your silver rush 50 and then this. Great videos, loved your voiceover and explaining your thought process and methods. How much running have you done leading up to this? Reason I ask is I want to sign up for the 50 but have ran roughly 750 miles in the last 18 months and 500 in the last 12. I have started running every day since jan 1 and will be up to 40 or 50 mile weeks come june when I want to volunteer the heavy half and marathon. Do you think if I train consistently and get to this weekly volume I could complete the 50? Also live at elevation in colorado springs and can train vert on the incline!

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

6 months is plenty of time to train for the 50. I "started training" officially for both runs about now this time last year. Stay consistent and healthy and you should crush it.

@analogkid28 Жыл бұрын

❤️

@uncledabob Ай бұрын

Super inspiring, thanks for sharing. Btw what song did you use for the outro? Thanks in advance :)

@TheVirtualSherpa 27 күн бұрын

@henketooraw on the beat!

@uncledabob 27 күн бұрын

@@TheVirtualSherpa I can't seem to find it, got a link by any chance? 👀

@MountainHobbler Жыл бұрын

What is that race in Colorado where you have to run up a mountain dragging a donkey behind you? Looks fun tbh. I also like the Average Joe race in Pagosa Springs.

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Know what you are talking about - Rick’s actually done that one but can’t remember the name. Think it might be in FairPlay?

@MountainHobbler Жыл бұрын

@@TheVirtualSherpa Yep that jolted my memory it happens during Burro Days in Fairplay.

@runningwithsimon Жыл бұрын

Congrats! Did you come back after (or before) to get those extra shots of you running?

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Lots and lots of b roll went into making this.

@runningwithsimon Жыл бұрын

@@TheVirtualSherpa I bet! Nice shots - I really appreciate them and the amount of effort that goes behind making that possible!

@AD04070 Жыл бұрын

My go to for recovery is 32oz of unsweetened tart cherry juice right before my first sleep after a 100 mile effort

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

Woof - I dk if I could drink 10oz of that let alone 32 but will keep in it mind for next time

@AD04070 Жыл бұрын

@@TheVirtualSherpa great work, as someone from the springs, I hope to run into you one day at a run 👍

@wonyakomenuras1247 Жыл бұрын

hereby granting full custody rights of my first born to The Virtual sherpa #blessed

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

I am not sure if I would do well with kids 😂

@miahrun Жыл бұрын

How long did you train for?

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

About 9 months but was in decent shape to start

@miahrun Жыл бұрын

@@TheVirtualSherpa that's still so crazy man. Good job bub. I plan to do a 50k or 50 miler this year hopefully. Gnarrunners put on some good races up here by collins

@Steve-jg5dp Жыл бұрын

Goggins

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

I’m not in the same universe but appreciate it

@Shevock Жыл бұрын

You know there are some women who give birth and they're happy they did it but, remembering the labor, stop at one child. Then there are women like my mom. I have 3 brothers and 3 sisters. I wonder if there's a similar psychological type for those who run a marathon or ultra and then say, proud of such an amazing accomplishment, that's enough. And then there are those who finish and say, sure I'll have another next year.

@TheVirtualSherpa Жыл бұрын

For me personally, it’s more of - man that was tough but: A. I could do better and B. I finished so what else can I find that’s harder? There is also an enjoyment of spending so much time in the mountains in an unforgiving environment. Unlike road marathons or endurance events - so much of this is by yourself which is an interesting mental challenge in its own right