For many runner’s tackling longer events (such as 100k’s and multi-day events, but even shorter ultra-marathons sometimes!), performance is frequently limited by fueling and digestion issues (loss of appetite, vomitting, diahhrea, etc.). Some people do not tolerate (or enjoy!) prolonged intake of gels, chews, or high-carb drink mixes. For older runners, especially women around menopause, […]
Caltopo Presentation Recap
On May 14th, Tahoe Mountain Sports converted their store into a presentation space, where DPMR settled in to learn about the online mapping tool, Caltopo.com from me, Renee Elsdon Jacobs, who happens to be the founder’s wife! As you might imagine, I use Caltopo extensively for everything from training runs to multi-day adventures. As always […]
Recap: Adventuring in the High Sierra with Helen and Renee
On December 15th, DMPR hosted a fun social event at the Craft and Logic Taproom downtown – a slideshow and talk from Helen Pelster and myself (Renee Elsdon Jacobs) about adventuring in the High Sierra, with a focus on cross-country travel in the High Sierra (approximately the area between Yosemite and Mt Langley). We know […]
Taboo Topics: Let’s Talk About “Failure”
In modern society, successes are celebrated, and failures are rarely discussed. This is exacerbated by social media, where smiling faces, flawless bodies, and beautiful scenery are the only photos that are shared. It makes us feel estranged when it seems that we are the only ones that don’t experience a perfect life, full of success! […]
Why Kearsarge Pass Should Be on Every Runner’s Bucket List
For me, summer means the start of an annual migration of sorts – from Truckee south on 395, to play in the high peaks and alpine meadows of the High Sierra. I don’t do these trips because the trails offer particularly good running – it’s more about the scenery and adventure. In fact, the trails […]
Member Highlight – Faith Dennie
Intro by Bruna Gusmao: I met Faith running one of our Tuesday social runs. I was impressed with her positivity and determination. She has recently started in triathlon and her results are outstanding. She is focused and goal-oriented. At the same time, she is always able to have a smile on her face. Once in […]
Ask the Board – Holiday Gift Ideas
Having a hard time finding a gift for the runner’s on your holiday list? Check out the DPMR online store for great swag (perhaps a beanie for winter). Here are some other ideas from the DPMR board: Bruna Gusmao: “Garret uses one of these vests to run at night. Leah also bought it and likes […]
Member Highlight – Jake Thystrup
Intro by Bruna Gusmao: I remember Jake from last year during the Pt Mariah Marathon. It was the end of the race. It was super hot and I was super tired. Then a guy dressed in a cone comes running by super fast downhill screaming.That brought a big laugh to my tired, sweaty face. After […]
Ask the Board – What Races or Adventures are on Your Radar for 2025?
Bruna Gusmao: “London marathon in April; another ultramarathon that I still need to choose, possibly on the east coast; Broken Arrow and Pt Mariah.” Aude Hofleitner: “I haven’t signed up for anything yet but a few ideas are: Renee Elsdon Jacobs: “I’m actually starting to get excited about the winter season, which means a lot […]
2024 Volunt(HERO) Program Winners
The winners of our 2024 Volunt(Hero) program have been chosen! If you don’t know about this program, you can read more about it on our website. These 5 lucky winners of our drawing have won a free race entry, because of their commitment to volunteering throughout the year: Congratulations to these amazing DPMR Volunt(HERO)s, and […]
