Erica and I met during a Newbies Run last spring. As the pack of runners settled into a rhythm, we found we had a similar pace and also realized we had similar goals. Erica had run the Tahoe 100K the previous September and qualified for Castle Peak 100K in August. I had just signed up […]
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Book Review-Running with Sherman: The Donkey with the Heart of a Hero by Christopher McDougall
Ten years ago, Chris McDougall brought us Born to Run, the tale of the Tarahumara of Mexico and the revolution of “bare foot running”. I was so fascinated by his first book that I read it in just 3 days. In the midst of reading, I took a run break with my husband (who also […]
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Will Run for Beer
Photo by Wil Stewart on Unsplash Beer miles, kegs at the finish line, capping the finish of a long training run with a cool beer, even beer consumed during long races… Drinking (especially beer) is pretty deeply engrained in running culture; … Read More... about Will Run for Beer
DPMR July 2020 Virtual Challenge
Flume Trail 20 / 7 / 2020 Virtual Challenge With so many races already cancelled in 2020, many of us are looking for opportunities for solo or small group challenges, and virtual adventures. Clara Castellar and Helen Pelster kicked things off with the … Read More... about DPMR July 2020 Virtual Challenge
Ask the DPMR Board – “What’s your favorite liquid calorie product?”
Margaret Skillicorn: Tailwind Colorado Cola. I just like caffeine and the taste of Cola! It’s like having a special treat while running long distance. I tend to only drink water, coffee and periodically a Diet coke or 7-up! Chris Cloyd: Fairlife … Read More... about Ask the DPMR Board – “What’s your favorite liquid calorie product?”
July Run of the Month – Drunken Deer Loop
Please follow all applicable California, Placer County, and Nevada County coronavirus precautions, including stay-at-home orders (if these runs require you to travel far from home, please reconsider), social distancing, etc. Drunken Deer Loop (8.5 miles and … Read More... about July Run of the Month – Drunken Deer Loop
Recipe of the Month: No-bake Peanut Butter Fudge from South America
While bike touring and mountaineering in South America, a good friend of mine discovered a confection sold in stores under the label Mantecol or Nucrem. It became a significant source of calories on his big days and he brought some back to the states to share … Read More... about Recipe of the Month: No-bake Peanut Butter Fudge from South America
Member Highlight – JJ Liston
Introduction by Jenelle Potvin “You’ve got a course marker - permanently!” - JJ to Peter Fain, upon finishing the 2019 Castle Peak 100k. A wrong turn 9 miles in, early-on bonus miles, and a shot stomach led to an incredibly brutal day. JJ, unable to eat or … Read More... about Member Highlight – JJ Liston
Avoiding Bonk City
Photo by Eduardo Flores on Unsplash The other day, I went out for a run that wasn’t particularly long or hard, but I started tired, having had a busy and somewhat stressful workday the day prior. Plus, it was the warmest day of the … Read More... about Avoiding Bonk City
Donner Summit Challenge
Save the Date: October 10, 2020 Donner Party Mountain Runners is happy to announce a new fall event- the Donner Summit Challenge! We're planning a full day of events at Donner Ski Ranch including a 1/2 marathon, hill climb, 10K and kid’s fun run. The new … Read More... about Donner Summit Challenge
COVID Thoughts
By Dr. Andrew Pasternak, Silver Sage Sports & Fitness Lab One of the biggest questions I've been getting in the past few weeks is what ultrarunning is going to look like once we start racing. My short answer: I have no idea. We still have way … Read More... about COVID Thoughts
2020 Truckee Tahoe Peak Project
Explore our local trails and summit new peaks with the 2020 Truckee Tahoe Peak Project. Challenge yourself to visit 10, 15, or 20 peaks from our curated list between June 1 and September 20, 2020. This project is designed for Truckee Tahoe locals of all … Read More... about 2020 Truckee Tahoe Peak Project
