This is one of the best ultra documentaries I've ever seen. Very well done.
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I'm proud to be able to share this.
@ahwasright13644 жыл бұрын
You will like "the barkley marathons: race that eats it's young" too ;)
@TripDadLife3 жыл бұрын
@@ahwasright1364 🙄
@sparksdrinker5650 Жыл бұрын
I wish we got to see more of what he was eating and how much.
@billyeickholt11893 жыл бұрын
I don't know why I got emotional watching this. I don't even know you and I'm so proud of you.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Billy Eickholt Thanks Billy. I’m glad you enjoyed the ride. 😊🙏🏼
@GypsyGirl3173 жыл бұрын
@Billy Eickholt I did too!! 😁 I started crying with the intense emotion of the start, right up front! Then the end - those darn onions!!
@justinlawson34934 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure which would be tougher... Running 240 miles or dropping $1,500 on a race..... Haha in all seriousness you're a beast and this was an awesome documentary!
@turquoiseporpoise4 жыл бұрын
Definitely motivates you to finish it!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@keegsbro7867 ай бұрын
@@turquoiseporpoiseI feel like it costs so much so people are serious about it
@masonmills81404 жыл бұрын
Imagine running 213.8 miles and then being told to go run a marathon.
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Right!
@liammcleod1594 жыл бұрын
for all those people trying to "find themselves" this isa good way to do it
@gypsierose36114 жыл бұрын
I wanna do one so bad
@monetemert49164 жыл бұрын
Too easy 🤔 are you even human.
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
I didn't think 100s were too easy, but they were too short. The sun came up and I was a little disappointed that it was over. Moab proved me right, its really fun to run across multiple sunrises!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Endurance events can help show you what you're made of.
@kookoo92353 жыл бұрын
This is the first time in my life i can genuinely say i'm proud of someone i don't even know. This is beyond amazing. Good job and good luck in the future to you man.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, your comment is so deeply appreciated.
@bluto21434 жыл бұрын
"We are going to head up there towards the moon."
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
The top of the climb felt about that far away. I was so wrecked at that moment.
@elcordinho22024 жыл бұрын
One of the most beautiful and inspiring videos I have ever seen... Drive, Emotion, Pain, Love, Top Editing and Music ... It had it all !!! Thank you Wes !!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Especially Love! Thank you!
@jeffverveen4 жыл бұрын
Good job buddy. I can only imagine the mental fortitude something like this takes.
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Obviously it is physically demanding, but its such a mental game. Staying positive and focused helped me so much.
@jeffverveen4 жыл бұрын
@@wplate I'm still training to get my first 10k!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Jeffrey Vanderveen Nice! I was just recently thinking about my first 10k. Good luck in your training and have fun!
@davidtheriot4 жыл бұрын
All the feels....having done the Tahoe 200 in 2018, I relived my finish watching yours. I'll be doing Moab this year and loved getting a glimpse into 240 miles of awesomeness. Thanks for sharing your journey!
@bluto21434 жыл бұрын
See you there.
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Good luck David, I hope Moab goes well for you. Stay positive, keep moving, have fun.
@kristinaolofsson61094 жыл бұрын
"I came here looking for a challenge - I think I got it!" Well don race and well done documentary!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Kristina!
@frabi233 жыл бұрын
Absolutely insane effort, Wes. Thanks for sharing! Must have been amazing to know that your wife and family always has your back during such a long run.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. The support from my family is amazing. I’m so grateful for them.
@diegoc26313 жыл бұрын
I will cry the day I finish my first 121 Miles (excitement & accomplishment). Thank you for uploading this.. I just added this to my bucket list.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Moab is a special race, definitely one to do.
@jimkelly42863 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a documenting a beautiful, once in a lifetime, spiritual adventure. The music and video were perfect. Truly inspiring!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Jim Kelly Thank you Jim! I’m so happy you enjoyed this so much. It was a life changing experience, I am blessed to be able to share it.
@ianc.46013 жыл бұрын
Fair play Wes. Two things i loved about this video: firstly the way you conveyed progress with the graphics and secondly the brutal honesty of it. No hiding just how tough this was. It's a fantastic effort and you are no doubt rightly proud. I loved seeing how much pleasure those around you got from this too. Real family and a real strong team. Well done.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
I’m happy you enjoyed this Ian. Moab was a team sport for me, my pacers and crew helped me make it through. Plus it was such an epic experience I was happy to be able to share it.
@simonhodgson49414 жыл бұрын
Wow what a amazing film. Watching your mental and physical battle nearly had me in tears. Your support and the people walking with you made all the difference I think, just fantastic. It seems so so extreme but so beautiful at the same time, well done👌 👏👏👏
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
So extreme! and so beautiful. Thank you for watching.
@alexanderglover3894 жыл бұрын
This had me in tears. Thanks for the content brother! Peace and love
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@numberiffic56604 жыл бұрын
Fantastic achievement Wes! I've only done half marathons so far but aspire to maybe one day be as brave and strong as you to take on a challenge like this!
@ChivasBarcelonaMex4 жыл бұрын
There's this really easy one called Badwater. Anywho this is a great olden movie about that called Running on the Sun kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mtJjn8R9zcino6s.html Piece of cake
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. If you want to do it, it’s there for you to do. The half is a great distance. I still remember my first half, it was such a mess but I was so proud of that finish. Good luck and have fun!
@tiefdruck13 жыл бұрын
Congrats from across the Atlantic Ocean.You are so strong. With this video, I recalled what's important in life - family and friends. You are a lucky man to have such a wife and family!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
tiefdruck1 Family and friends, and community! The ultra community is so helpful and supportive. I’m very lucky to have amazing support. Thank you for watching!
@2000jameson3 жыл бұрын
Wes, this documentary on your 240 mile run was probably the most impressive thing I have ever seen on KZfaq. It is inspiring! You are a tremendous athlete, well done!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for those kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed this video so much, please share it with your friends! :)
@Phutu_re4 жыл бұрын
I almost cried watching this, man... Congratulations!!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
@slowjamcdub4 жыл бұрын
This video was awesome and nicely done. Loved all the maps and Google earth updates throughout the video.👏👏👍👍
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@Moviebuff32102 жыл бұрын
Wow, this is just amazing. Very inspiring . For someone trying to be an ultrarunner, this just came up at the right time.
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy you enjoyed this Pradeep! Good luck on your journey, running ultras is a fun adventure.
@MattCooperKay3 жыл бұрын
Man, I've been struggling lately, but seeing the sun and landscapes coming through my screen along with your crazy determination, really makes me feel that good times will come. Awesome work man 🙏
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Good times will come. I have to keep telling myself that too. Keep moving forward, Matt, we'll get there.
@athul17763 жыл бұрын
This is one the best documentaries I've ever seen.Simply,inspiring and takes you to a adventurous journey! I'm not even kidding.Keep it up brother
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’m so glad you liked this video. Keeping it up. 🏃🏼♂️
@alseddiqthabit28873 жыл бұрын
WOW!! This is hands down the best and most inspiring documentary I have watched 🔥 respect to you sir ... What a great accomplishment 🙌🏼🎉 peace and love my brother ❤️
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alseddiq, I’m really glad you enjoyed watching it. Stay healthy and safe. 🏃🏼♂️
@alseddiqthabit28873 жыл бұрын
@@wplate Thanks Wes. Quick question: what is the name of the sound track in minute 2? I tried looking for it in your description box but I couldn't find it
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
@@alseddiqthabit2887 It is the second track in the list. Here’s a link to it... audiio.com/dancing-beggar/follow-dark-if-it-was-light/creeping-dusk-instrumental
@alseddiqthabit28873 жыл бұрын
@@wplate thanks brother ❤️ stay healthy and happy :)
@zachduncan17872 жыл бұрын
Dang I’ve never cried so many times watching any movie. That was fantastic. I know what it’s like to be alone and feel absolutely exhausted and what a crew can do for the mental. Congrats. Just subbed
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Zach! My crew is extremely loving and I can't wait to see Leah when I get to an aid station. It really does help the spirit after hours of exhausting movement.
@menace2mpls2 жыл бұрын
I hiked 19 miles/5,500 ft of elevation gain in a day once and thought I was a savage, haha! Great job man, I can’t believe anyone is physically capable of doing that race. You’re a legend.
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
It takes work, but it certainly is possible. In 2019 86 finished the Moab 240 and 22 did not. Thank you for watching!
@mikederas85304 жыл бұрын
Ah, that was so good! Nice job on the race--you had such a strong attitude the whole way. Going to watch your other vids now. Who the hell downvotes good content like this?!?
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Right?! This is good shiz! Thanks for watching.
@caramynd4 жыл бұрын
Wow, such an amazing achievement, and such an amazing video. The Google earth stuff really helped get a view on what you were going through. Enjoy the buckle!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.
@bennyblueline45253 жыл бұрын
Just here to echo many other comments, I do not know you, much like others but you are an extremely motivational person. So glad I found this documentary. Awe-inspiring, shout out to your amazing support team too, every seems like truly great people.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Benny. I’m very blessed to have such wonderful family and friends.
@sandk753 жыл бұрын
The gratitude and grit in you made watching this a joy. I am so afraid of that distance but I know I want to try it one day. Thanks for sharing your journey Wes, just incredible!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Steven, it is so important for me to stay positive when it gets difficult. Smile and press on. :)
@carlw84854 жыл бұрын
This was amazing to watch. Your grit and character during the lows as well as the highs were so impressive that it nearly had me in tears. Well done!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for coming along on the journey.
@ultra_dad_53844 жыл бұрын
The editing on this video is phenomenal. The google earth stuff is really cool.
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@dominiquehamel42003 жыл бұрын
I'm in awe. What an amazing accomplishment. Your video is inspiring, your positivity and your strength are palpable. Everything in this video is beautiful, the views, your comments, the music, your crew was amazing. So classy! It was relentless forward progress.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Dominique, for your kind comments!
@Ethic0073 жыл бұрын
"Wait. We gotta go up THAT hill?" I felt that, hah. Enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing the journey.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.
@DaleHawkins4 жыл бұрын
Congrats! I've been up Pole Canyon. That is no joke and at that point in the race... wow!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
No joke at all. Legs so tired so late in the race. Plus lungs getting more dust than oxygen!
@stephanegirard76324 жыл бұрын
Awesone vidéo! I’ve also done Moab 240 last year! they're memories that are unforgettable! Nice work Wes and thanks for the beautiful video!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Stephane! I'm glad you, as a fellow finisher, enjoyed it.
@theclinchmma41263 жыл бұрын
To think “my hair is gonna look different at the end of this run” is crazy to me! I love it!!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
In the film 3100: Run and Become, the main character gets a haircut during his 3100 mile run!
@theclinchmma41263 жыл бұрын
Wes Plate I heard about that film but haven’t seen it!? I commend u guys man!! True warriors!!
@someonesomeone3654 жыл бұрын
Incredible documentary, thank you for taking the time and thanks KZfaq for putting it in my feed :)
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Clément Camus Yeah Thanks KZfaq!! I’m glad this video found you. :)
@andi37394 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring! Thank you for taking us along on your journey & congrats on your accomplishment!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for coming along for the ride.
@chrisnorman33294 жыл бұрын
$1400? I never knew signing up for ultra running was so expensive but, The scenery view of the mountains are absolutely beautiful.
@davidrodriguez8944 жыл бұрын
you can just run and track your own time. instead of paying 1400 for a stupid paper with a number on it. fuck that
@bryson_stafford4 жыл бұрын
They aren't cheap, but they have made to order food at aid stations and sleeping areas, etc.
@Macmathews14 жыл бұрын
@@davidrodriguez894 Not nearly the same experience..
@elizabrand38114 жыл бұрын
@@davidrodriguez894 its actually totally different. Its not just a stupid paper its a planned course, its accountability, its support from the racemakers and its company with others going through exactly what you are going through.
@rhea91364 жыл бұрын
@@elizabrand3811 that doesn't make it worth 1400 at all, not even close.
@carrieannbeckerfishman42924 жыл бұрын
Why would anyone 👎? You are a hero and warrior. Thanks for sharing your beautiful experience and struggle!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Carrie Ann. I'm glad you enjoyed this.
@insiderugbywithmark Жыл бұрын
I have NEVER wanted someone to finish a race as much as I wanted you to get there, absolutely awesome, thank you for sharing from your mind, body and soul. Legend.Wes.
@wplate Жыл бұрын
I’m glad you were into it Mark! Thanks for cheering me on!
@ianthevegantattooedultraru11134 жыл бұрын
Awesome work, thanks for sharing, loved watching - What an amazing place to run, I have done a couple of 100's, a 145 mile, a 200 mile run from Big Ben in England to the Eiffel Tower in Paris and will be toeing the line for the Thames Ring 250 here in the UK next year, on the very day of my 50th Birthday, cant wait, your video was Inspiring. What's your next bog race?
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Nice resume Ian! Sounds like you’re ready. I’m either doing Javelina Jundred or Rio Del Lago 100M in late Oct/early Nov, depending on conditions. Next year will be crazy with Cocodona 250 in Arizona and California Untamed 330. Good luck with your training and events!
@ianthevegantattooedultraru11134 жыл бұрын
@@wplate wow that sounds epic so another 250, and a 330, hope you load up your footage from those events, likewise hope your training goes according to plan and you get the result you aim for, I for sure will be happy for a finish, well done to your great family and crew also by the way 👍
@Simco_4 жыл бұрын
Q: What's it like to run the long ultras? A: 23:03
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Ha! I love this comment! Thanks.
@MissPepperChu4 жыл бұрын
@WesPlate You are an inspiration, a motivation and an all around SAVAGE BEASTOR!!! I was crying happy tears for you as you crossed that finish line - so amazed and proud of your accomplishment! Outstanding! Bravo! Bravo! =) And the quality of your video recording & editing was top notch! The vistas you showed us make me want to check out those (short) trails myself!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
@burnedoutgolfer Жыл бұрын
Incredible documentary! I cried multiple times and it inspired me to get out and run more at 45 years young
@wplate Жыл бұрын
Oh I’m happy to hear that! I was 46 when I did Moab in 2019, and one of the things I like about ultras is how many folks in their 40s, 50s, and 60s are rocking the long distances.
@AyakoTachi4 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!! Wish Candace Burt would drop the "own damned fault" nonsense that doesn't fully hold water. So off-putting. Otherwise love her races.
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
🤷🏼♂️ I did get hurt, maybe it was my fault. But I didn't get lost, and I didn't die. These races are the best.
@passthebiscuits3 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say you did a great job in the race and such a wonderful job on the film! Also I wanted to say that you have such a big and wonderful support team. You don't realize how much you need one until you don't have one.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
I’m blessed with the great support I have! I’m very grateful. Thank you for watching.
@Red-mo2uo2 жыл бұрын
This is exactly the type of video I wanted to see. I’m so glad I found your channel, thanks for sharing!
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
I’m happy you liked watching this. 👍🏼 thank you!
@tanairygonzalezguzman8995 Жыл бұрын
You are an inspirational human being. I'm amazed by your strong will, how you manage to control your emotions, and even with the pain you continue to keep moving forward. You have the best crew out there, the support your family brings to you and most of all the kindness and the cheers of your wife with every station is beyond motivational. May God continue blessing you and your family. Hope to be there one day.
@wplate Жыл бұрын
Thank you for you comments. I am so blessed to have a very supportive family. 🥰
@ghill33373 жыл бұрын
Wow, really well done! In tears as I watch you finish. 7 months and 7 days until I try this crazy. I know I will watch this video many times between now and then.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
You were at Javelina too? Nice finish! I'm so excited you're running Moab this year! I hope you come back and tell me how it went. I hope the video helps give you a few insights into the journey. Good Luck!!!!!
@ryanblack91073 жыл бұрын
Running can bring you home again.❤️🙏 1001 Blessings.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Ryan.
@enriqueestrada25592 жыл бұрын
Loved everything about this. Not over-produced, just a good capture and story of his journey. Nicely done!
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you.
@Jay-ku3ur4 жыл бұрын
Watched the whole thing, its captivating. The edit is great with Google Earth stuff and tracing the routes and everything. 240 miles is insane. You better get your head checked. :-D :-D Thank you so much for sharing your experience. With all the negativity online these days, it's so good to watch an epic journey with a happy ending.!! Congrats on making it through. Good luck out there.!!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jay, I'm glad you enjoyed watching this.
@braddenty503 Жыл бұрын
Haha wow. Scenery was awesome but I was holding my breath by the time u crossed the line. Great job Wes.
@wplate Жыл бұрын
Thank you Brad!
@dannywexler3 жыл бұрын
I love this documentary, you're so motivating, including your family and friends that supported you!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Daniel! I’m so happy you enjoyed watching this. I have the best friends and family! :)
@NikitaBorisov3 жыл бұрын
The google earth parts help visualize just what a tremendous distance this is. Great video!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Nikita. The scale of the course is so huge, I’m glad the animations helped communicate the enormity. :)
@njckjung69854 жыл бұрын
Here comes again a perfect example of a good KZfaq algorithm. Unlike a lot of other people doing such documentaries, you utilise the perfect atmospheric background music that complements your commentaries and is perfectly aligned with the beautiful sights. I appreciate this so, so much. Too often weird sounding music is playing in the background, distorting the overall image. Your documentary, on the other hand, is very raw, and therefore so much easier to grasp and feel and enjoy it. Thanks for manifesting my goal to continue running longer and longer distances to one day being able to make a 100-miler or even something like Moab. Much love from Germany, Nick
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Njck! I’m so happy you enjoyed this. Keep moving forward!
@StepIntoYourMoment3 жыл бұрын
Super inspiring man. Your videos have such a chill vibe. They are a pleasure to watch. Thanks for sharing!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching MK!
@deeps102 жыл бұрын
What a great video. Wes you always were helpful when I worked at Avid hooking me up with automatic duck demo licenses. I have never talked to you in person, great to see you in real life. Keeping rocking those trails, if you are ever in Dubai, we have some great trails here too. Deeps
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Deeps! I'm glad you found my channel. Be well my friend.
@jessewheeler53572 жыл бұрын
Liked this video after her first sentence, the levels of positivity in the ultra running community 🖤🖤🖤
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad we captured that conversation, you only ever sign up for your first 200 once. 😂 Thanks for watching, I'm so happy you liked it.
@The74ealvarez3 жыл бұрын
This mans attitude and stamina is out of this world! Absolutely amazing. Very motivating!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Elena!
@capttast3 жыл бұрын
Doing hard things. 240 miles and being a good husband and father. Good man! Well done.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. 👍🏼
@mattspringer92984 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Thank you for sharing it. Brings back such vivid memories. Moab was my first 200. Epic endurance experience. See you at Tahoe!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt! This distance is amazing, I am so excited to do more of them!
@dawatshering55853 жыл бұрын
Damn ..240 miles without proper sleep and injured hamstring can’t even imagine ... great documentary... but have to give credit to your crew and specially to your supporting family.... congratulation sir all the way from India 🇮🇳..
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dawa! I am so blessed to have amazing friends and family to support and crew me. I'm so happy you enjoyed this film.
@brianmc82503 жыл бұрын
David Goggins claims you need to become a savage to suceed . Wes Plate just cruises through like a true gentleman with a smile on his face and the spirit of comradery with his fellow runners.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Very different approaches, styles, and attitudes. Thank you Brian!!
@sbsb49953 жыл бұрын
You are a good film maker. I enjoyed your video immensely.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! Your compliment is well-appreciated, and thank you for watching!
@mikew6840 Жыл бұрын
Such love from your team - incredible achievement 🫡
@wplate Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@libertyprojects10742 жыл бұрын
Well done! That was a beautiful moment when you saw your daughter.
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! My crew and family told me she couldn't miss school to come to the finish, and that they were going to call her on FaceTime when I finished. The whole time they had this plan to have her surprise me at the finish! It was very special indeed.
@matthewpedersen57794 жыл бұрын
That pole canyon hike was BRUTAL!!! I felt the same way. Lucky you had a pacer with you. Congrats on the finish! Very impressive
@matthewpedersen57794 жыл бұрын
btw, what camera did you use??? I took videos of mine, and they were not at all as clear as yours (used an iphone 11, but am very new with all the technology).
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
I shot with a GoPro Hero 7 Black. It does a great job with a lot of light, its nighttime capabilities were more limited. Video from pacers and crew were recorded using a variety of iPhones.
@northwestcoast4 жыл бұрын
Bravo sir 👍 I’m just about to do my first ‘ultra’ (Ambleside 60km, Northwest England) it’s only 37.5 miles but it’ll be the longest distance I’ve attempted, and this film gives me such fantastic inspiration to go on to bigger distances Hope to do Moab one day, all the best pal 👍
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Good luck, I'm so excited for you to finish your first ultra! They're hard, but finishing is so rewarding.
@TomO-il3ls3 жыл бұрын
you are a blessed man. So many people love you!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Very true, Tom, I'm lucky to have such supportive family and friends! I'm lucky to be able to share these experiences with them.
@annvirco73084 жыл бұрын
Stunning video, brilliant editing, stunning views and inspirational content Looking forward to now watching the other videos
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed it Ann. Thank you for watching.
@kevinbodensteiner46714 жыл бұрын
Ourstanding documentary, outstanding motivation, outstanding accomplishment, outstanding scenery! What else can I say except for OUTSTANDING!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Outstanding comment. 😄 Thanks Kevin!
@mikim22123 жыл бұрын
U the rock, u look fresh in the race and u have a wonderful support and wife. Well Done.... thanks for sharing with the world. God Bless
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Miki. Thanks for watching.
@adamtyson43144 жыл бұрын
Breathing taking, love the goggle earth captions, fantastic journey, really cheering for Wes
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Adam!
@kevindecoteau31863 жыл бұрын
I know that feeling of "what have I done" after sending in the money and form!
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
If you’re not nervous, the race isn’t big enough. :)
@TW-mb4mu4 жыл бұрын
All I can say is thank you for all the recording and documenting your experience for so many of us who will enter this crucible of liberation in your wake. Godspeed brother.
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
I watched every Moab video I could as I prepared for my race. It is my honor to be able to share my experience to help others planning their adventure.
@johannvandermerwe48264 жыл бұрын
Awesome man!!! What an outrageously strong effort and beautiful accomplishment. I now know that I will never attempt to go so far but have at least share golden moments with you, a true warrior.... Greetings from South Africa...
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your note. I am happy to run this far so you don’t have to! :) thanks for watching.
@briancouture16973 жыл бұрын
This video was awesome. So cool to see one man push himself past all limits. You sir are a beast 💪
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! This journey taught me our bodies are capable of so much more than we expect.
@briancouture16973 жыл бұрын
@@wplate thanks for the reply.
@amonkeepcool21803 жыл бұрын
Toutes mes félicitations depuis la France. Bravo et Merci pour ce magnifique film.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
❤️ Merci!
@andrewsmyth62373 жыл бұрын
Amazing stuff Wes and team, I was emotional just watching you, can't imagine the roller coaster of emotions you must have gone through. Bravo.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed the ride with us.
@robsmith75033 жыл бұрын
Very inspirational and thoroughly absorbing to watch. I am 57 and very new to running ( actually I have actively avoided it all my life ) I have gone from zero to 10 km over the past 2 months and this video has made me excited about running gradually longer distances. I am sure I will watch it again whenever I need inspiration. Many thanks.
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Definitely do it gradually and avoid injury. I'm glad the older, wiser you has found that running is a good thing! I ran my first ultra at age 42, and I hope I'm still banging around these long distances in ten years.
@robsmith75033 жыл бұрын
@@wplate Thank you Wes. I will certainly take it steady and build slowly. Injury avoidance will be a priority. I have watched a few of your videos now and really enjoy them ( I might give the loading of cows a miss as I am a Vegan ) You have inspired me to to enter my first race which is an off-road half marathon in January. Many thanks, Rob
@robsmith75033 жыл бұрын
@@wplate Hi Wes, Greetings from England. I was inspired to take up running at the age of 56 after watching a few running videos including your own. At the weekend I ran my first trail race ( 14km through the New Forest ) and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I will continue to watch your videos for inspiration as I start to plan my graduation to the half marathon distance and beyond. Many thanks, Rob
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
@@robsmith7503 What a wonderful update, Rob, you have warmed my heart this morning. Thank you for sharing the news. Congrats!
@robsmith75033 жыл бұрын
@@wplate Thank you so much Wes.
@JackV99 Жыл бұрын
What an unbelievable achievement. So much grit to keep going
@wplate Жыл бұрын
At some point you have no choice. Even if you’re “done” in between aid stations, it might take you hours to hike to the next aid station where you can rest before deciding to drop. The race requires a high level of self sufficiency and determination. Thanks for watching!
@Margbear4 жыл бұрын
"Moab does not disappoint" it really looks like an amazing place to do something really quite amazing!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
A perfect storm of amazing! I love the desert, it really is special.
@wesritner45404 жыл бұрын
Great video. I enjoyed watching you push through the distance and the mountains. Congratulations on your finish!
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Wes. It was a treat to finally meet you. Hope to see you at a future adventure.
@shawnedwardnajvar4 жыл бұрын
I just stumbled on this video early this morning and it was great in every sense of the word! 👌
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@geof983 жыл бұрын
Life is can be terrible and amazing.I am touched by this
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@ravinaidoo43904 жыл бұрын
Just watched this here in South Africa, WOW...double wow. Amazing how you kept sane and motivated yourself throughout this crazy awesome race. You are one mentally tough guy. Well Done dude.
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ravi!
@ColoradoRunnerGuy2 жыл бұрын
This is such an epic journey. I love the music, the videography, everything! It really inspires dreams. I've been running for 22+ years with trail ultras for only the last 7 years or so. Still working my way up to my first 100-mile. But as you know it is a long slow journey to get there. Maybe some day! 50-mile is definitely on the list for this summer. Cheers, keep up the lovely videos and most of all have fun out there!
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I'm so happy you enjoyed this video. I hope you get to 100 miles or whatever distance you have in mind. Thanks for checking out the channel.
@bardiarez64104 жыл бұрын
Not sure how I came across this - but wow. Absolutely incredible documentary brother. Thank you for documenting this, it was a pleasure to watch and so inspiring! What a great and loving support system you have. You crushed it dude. Thank you again 🙏🏽
@wplate4 жыл бұрын
Bardia R I should be thanking you!! Thanks for the kind comments, especially for taking a chance on my film! Thank you for watching.
@JmacfitnessBlkRkBlackrock2 жыл бұрын
Excellent documentary video and what a beast this man is unbelievable what the human body can endure well done 👏
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching.
@Jasonx94x3 жыл бұрын
200k views? That's the stuff people should watch... Thank's for sharing a once-in-a-lifetime achievement. I really loved watching every second of it! Keep it up and all the best to you and your family. Greetings from Germany ;)
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy you enjoyed the video, Jason, thank you for watching!
@Mattbarentsen8 ай бұрын
always a classic, Wes's first 240
@wplate8 ай бұрын
This video really took off on KZfaq during the early days of the pandemic when people were stuck at home. Hard to imagine how different the world felt at the time I ran this.
@Mattbarentsen8 ай бұрын
very true. You have inspired me since those early days Wes. As a fellow alcoholic, I can relate to what we tend to be searching for on this journeys. I am signing up for my first 100 miler come September at the Georgia Jewel. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your stories for us all @@wplate
@noahsalmeri29753 жыл бұрын
i felt for this dude so many times in this video. I'm setting up to do this and many more ultras right now. Hitting my first marathon in april
@wplate3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. Good luck with your first marathon! Hydrate well, fuel well, and stay positive! :)
@stevetugwell9599 Жыл бұрын
I know that given time and motivation most of us could attain sufficient fitness to enter a half marathon or even a marathon. What blows my mind is how after 200 miles on virtually no sleep when you hit the wall so that you can barely think and everything hurts and yet you still find the mental resolve to dig in and push on through. This is what separates ultra athletes from the rest of us poor mortals.Part of me loves the idea of doing something like this but I know that I’d cave in when it got hard ( in my current level of fitness after about 10 miles)
@wplate Жыл бұрын
Well said Steve. What the body can do physically is amazing, and I think anyone with time and effort can train to go far. But you are right to identify the mental side as the real challenge. Thank you for your comment, really appreciated.
@clomc14692 жыл бұрын
I cried. Such an amazing achievement. Awesome job guy.
@wplate2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it.
@changethroughpain Жыл бұрын
Outstanding documentary! Congratulations on completing a very tough event.