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Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA had an epic finish on Day 27 for Eli’s P.R. Ice as they became our 11th team to finish this epic adventure on the Santa Monica Pier.

Needing 208 miles to finish, many pundits thought it might take two more days. However, Eli’s Ice Dream Machine reached the finish by early afternoon with monster performances from nearly everyone on the team’s final day, none bigger than Abbi Auger’s 62.00 mile day that insured their Saturday finish.

Eli’s finished in 26 Days, 16 Hours, 48 Minutes. They were led by Francesca Muccini’s 589.32 miles and team captain Melissa Price’s 392.62 miles.

Congrats to Melissa and Eli’s P.R. Ice.

11) Eli’s P.R. Ice – 26 Days, 16 Hours, 48 Minutes – Captain, Melissa Price
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Francesca Muccini – 589.31 miles (21.83)
2. Melissa Price – 392.62 miles (14.54)
3. John Leighton – 296.65 miles (10.99)
4. Ed Barnette – 276.55 miles (10.24)
5. Veronique Bourbeau – 270.39 miles (10.01)
6. Ruth Thomas – 240.77 miles (8.92)
7. Abbi Auger – 218.18 miles (8.08)
8. Brittany Aussieker – 194.00 miles (7.19)
9. Crystal Baumberger – 169.33 miles (6.27)
10. Hannah Faulkner – 158.25 miles (5.86)
11. Sharon Carver – 126.83 miles (4.70)

ELI’S P.R. ICE – Day 27: 204.12 Miles (FINISHED) – 11th overall

The team is finished, legs up on the Santa Monica Pier.

Miles to finish: 204.12

ELI’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Abbi Auger – 62.00 miles
2. Francesca Muccini – 35.70 miles
3. Melissa Price- 23.10 miles

Top Teams on Day 27

1. Eli’s PR Ice – 204.12 (FINISHED)
2. Peers One – 177.79

Link to the Google Map showing where each team is on it’s Race Across the USA

Race Across the USA Overall Standings (daily total)

1. Rev Run – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes
2. The Metcalvary – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes
3. Alfa’s Omegas – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 19 Days, 8 Hours, 00 Minutes
4. Crowe Bars – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes
5. Tuck ‘n Stroll – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes
6. Grapes of Rath – 2,907.00 – FINISHED – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes
7. Mojo Rising – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes
8. Kicking Glass – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes
9. Trip 2 My Lou – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes
10. The Beetroots – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 25 Days, 8 Hours, 14 Minutes
11. Eli’s PR Ice – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 26 Days, 16 Hours, 48 Minutes
12. Peers One – 2,875.99 miles (177.79)

New York City to Santa Monica Pier Distance: 2,907.00 Miles

Abbi Auger is the Race Across the USA Peak Performer of the Day with 62.00 miles for Eli’s PR Ice.

Top 10 Miles of the Day

1. Abbi Auger (ELI) – 62.00
2. Francesca Muccini (ELI) – 35.70
3. Rich Peers (ONE) – 29.80
4. Stacy Saunders (ONE) – 26.00
5. Melissa Price (ELI) – 23.10
6. Ed Barnette (ELI) – 22.22
7. Brittany Aussieker (ELI) – 21.63
8. Sofie Romero (ONE) – 20.19
9. Wayne McComb (ONE) – 19.53
10. Steve Durbin (ONE) – 18.52

The Day’s Quick Team-by-Team Recaps

1. REV RUN – FINISHED – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes
2. THE METCALVARY – FINISHED – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes
3. ALFA’S OMEGAS – FINISHED – 19 Days, 08 Hours, 00 Minutes
4. CROWE BARDS – FINISHED – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes
5. TUCK N’ STROLL – FINISHED – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes
6. GRAPES OF RATH – FINISHED – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes
7. MOJO RISING – FINISHED – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes
8. KICKING GLASS – FINISHED – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes
9. TRIP 2 MY LOU – FINISHED – 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes
10. THE BEETROOTS – FINISHED – 25 Days, 08 Hours, 14 Minutes
11. ELI’S P.R. ICE – FINISHED – 26 Days, 16 Hours, 48 Minutes

PEERS ONE- Day 27: 177.79 Miles (2nd) – 12th overall

Team captain Rich Peers led Peers One by example today for 29.80 miles. He had major support from Stacy Saunders with 26.00 miles, along with Sofie Romero’s 20.19 miles. Other big contributions for the team came from Wayne McComb (19.53), Steve Durbin (18.52), and Diane Taylor (18.51).

They are a 50K away from finishing this bad boy. The only question at this point will be who wears the reflective slap bracelet across the Santa Monica Pier.

Miles to finish: 31.01

The team is in West Covina, California.

PR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Rich Peers – 29.80 miles
2. Stacy Saunders- 26.00 miles
3. Sofie Romero – 20.19 miles

Finished Teams – New York City to Los Angeles

1) Rev Run’s – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes – Captain, David Pharr
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Lisa Devona – 500.78 miles (35.77)
2. Ed Ettinghausen – 426.62 miles (30.47)
3. David Pharr – 329.28 miles (23.52)
4. Emily Ryan – 307.73 miles (21.98)
5. Karl Studtmann – 266.80 miles (19.06)
6. Steve Snyder – 265.83 miles (18.99)
7. Sherry Meador – 237.99 miles (17.00)
8. Reich Gapasin – 227.40 miles (16.24)
9. Jeremy Reed – 225.44 miles (16.10)
10. Jeff Lea – 86.94 miles (6.21)
11. Renee Holcomb – 83.51 miles (5.97)

2) The Metcalvary’s – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes – Captain, Jen Metcalf
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Andy Glaze – 479.13 miles (25.22)
2. Randy Broadway – 420.02 miles (22.11)
3. Jen Metcalf – 376.42 miles (19.81)
4. Elissa Higgins – 350.68 miles (18.46)
5. Erik Pascual – 325.05 miles (17.11)
6. Heather McComb – 258.93 miles (13.63)
7. Kelly Tipple – 250.00 miles (13.16)
8. Randy Marks – 193.04 miles (10.16)
9. Lauren Glaze – 119.89 miles (6.31)
10. Taylor Dupler – 102.94 miles (5.42)
11. Brooke King – 45.00 miles (2.37)
    100% Full Daily Contributions Entire Race

3) Alfa’s Omegas – 19 Days, 8 Hours, 0 Minutes – Captain, Alfa Severino
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Alfa Severino – 444.70 miles (22.44)
2. Ryan Malecha – 333.71 miles (16.69)
3. Allison Barcelona – 292.43 miles (14.62)
4. Kelly Paul – 290.76 miles (14.54)
5. Fiona McMillen – 284.12 miles (14.21)
6. David Essary – 246.97 miles (12.35)
7. Houston Wolf – 245.58 miles (12.28)
8. Jaime Grammer – 245.29 miles (12.26)
9. Rob Kelly – 225.37 miles (11.27)
10. Eric McMillen – 206.04 miles (10.30)
11. Gibson Kelley – 129.41 miles (6.47)

4) Crowe Bars – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes – Captain, Seth Crowe
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Steve Troxel – 562.85 (26.80)
2. Cathy Downes – 429.78 (20.47)
3. Marj Mitchell – 403.87 (19.23)
4. Seth Crowe – 375.76 (17.89)
5. Amy Hazlewood – 357.13 (17.01)
6. Jimmy Girten – 184.55 (8.79)
7. Tanner Lee – 183.80 (8.75)
8. Adam Holloway – 145.91 (6.95)
9. Drew Cox – 122.94 (5.85)
10. Brittany Pendley – 73.07 (3.48)
11. Troy Harp – 70.27 (3.35)

5) Tuck n’ Stroll – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes – Captain, Shane Tucker
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Ximena Kriete – 596.62 (28.41)
2. Rene Fosdal-Griffin – 447.75 (21.32)
3. Donna Bullington – 348.77 (16.61)
4. Henriett Blodgett – 348.55 (16.60)
5. Shane Tucker – 318.95 (15.19)
6. J.d. Barnette – 266.97 (12.71)
7. Jess Britt – 257.71 (12.27)
8. George Buse – 132.82 (6.32)
9. Kim Crowe – 125.68 (5.98)
10. Doug Barnette – 41.98 (1.99)
11. June Uhlig – 27.93 (1.33)

6) Grapes of Rath – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes – Captain, Scott Kufferath
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Chris Clemens – 617.51 miles (28.07)
2. Lisamarie Griffin – 571.34 miles (25.97)
3. Elva Matamoros – 451.37 miles (20.52)
4. Tom Orr – 356.96 miles (16.23)
5. Kimberly Atkins – 281.13 miles (12.78)
6. Scott Devona – 180.92 miles (8.22)
7. Trent Rosenbloom – 139.92 miles (6.36)
8. Rebecca Sunday – 128.70 miles (5.85)
9. Greta Reed – 104.90 miles (4.77)
10. Yoka Christopher – 54.13 miles (2.46)
11. Jolea Stone – 32.22 miles (1.46)

7) Mojo Rising – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes – Captain, Joshua Holmes
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Lindsay Phenix – 570.80 miles (24.82)
2. Audrey Davis – 368.22 miles (16.01)
3. JR Reynolds – 354.13 miles (15.40)
4. Joshua Holmes – 347.28 miles (15.10)
5. Kit Brazier – 343.22 miles (14.92)
6. Kevin Lashley – 243.57 miles (10.59)
7. Mark Atkins – 184.27 miles (8.01)
8. Donna Burns – 180.74 miles (7.86)
9. Kelli Brown – 160.04 miles (6.96)
10. Anthony Ohrey – 150.30 miles (6.53)
11. Jill Williams – 70.02 miles (3.04)

8) Kicking Glass – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes – Captain, Tiffani Glass
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Tiffani Glass – 450.70 miles (18.78)
2. Lisa Van Wolde – 438.81 miles (18.28)
3. Yvette Campos – 408.00 miles (17.00)
4. Barry Reece – 297.72 miles (12.41)
5. Joan Lamayo-Buse – 270.13 miles (11.26)
6. Aaron Debord – 246.08 miles (10.25)
7. Rose Hennessey – 235.29 miles (9.80)
8. Brendon Chiu – 179.89 miles (7.50)
9. Megan Maiser – 141.08 miles (5.88)
10. Stacy King – 131.56 miles (5.48)
11. Justin Chiu – 123.68 miles (5.15)

9) Trip 2 My Lou – 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes – Captain, Marylou Corino
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Marylou Corino – 753.30 miles (30.13)
2. Laura Eriks – 397.11 miles (15.88)
3. Russ Metteer – 334.85 miles (15.88)
4. Jeremy Kluttz – 309.83 miles (12.39)
5. Christy Brewer – 305.03 miles (12.20)
6. Megan Chiu – 170.50 miles (6.82)
7. Gregory Hart – 165.55 miles (6.62)
8. Rachael Howard – 149.18 miles (5.97)
9. Amy Cummings – 129.32 miles (5.17)
10. Ray Berlanga – 115.37 miles (4.61)
11. Adam Boyd – 101.09 miles (4.04)

10) The Beetroots- 25 Days, 08 Hours, 14 Minutes – Captain, Lance McDermott
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Amy Costa – 500.69 miles (19.26)
2. Leslie Studtmann – 357.31 miles (13.74)
3. Lance McDermott – 341.76 miles (13.14)
4. Brenda Cross – 320.87 miles (12.34)
5. Sue Stephens-Wright – 304.95 miles (11.73)
6. Kendra Schoffstall – 266.81 miles (10.26)
7. Glenn Richardson – 243.70 miles (9.37)
8. Michael Racine – 173.50 miles (6.67)
9. Carrie O’Bryan – 170.23 miles (6.55)
10. Stewart Crouch – 155.02 miles (5.96)
11. Lori Robinson – 117.65 miles (4.53)

Daily Updates and Standing Archive

• Day 27: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Ice, Ice Baby
• Day 26: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – UnBEETable
• Day 25: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Trip 2 My Lou’s Plank
• Day 24: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Dancing On Glass
• Day 23: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Mojo Breaks On Through
• Day 22: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – California Raisins
• Day 21: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Strolling thru Bars
• Day 20: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Alfa Reaches Omega
• Day 19: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Metcalvary Cruises to 2nd Place
• Day 18: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Audrey’s Crossing
• Day 17: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Country Grammer
• Day 16: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Alfa Dawgs
• Day 15: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Queen of Pinson
• Day 14: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run’s Record Setting Win
• Day 13: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – All Hell Breaks Loose
• Day 12: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – FFWD Run
• Day 11: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Pouring Out 40’s
• Day 10: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Jester’s White Gloves
• Day 9: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Holiday Hangover Edition
• Day 8: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Memorial Day
• Day 7: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – We Are Superman
• Day 6: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Mad Miles
• Day 5: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Metcalvary Rising
• Day 4: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Whip It
• Day 3: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Story of Lazarus Beetroots
• Day 2: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Knight Rider Speeds Off
• Day 1: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run Takes Lead Out of NYC

 

Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA saw The Beetroots become our 10th team to reach the Santa Monica Pier this morning after an awe inspiring 2,907 miles from the 11 runners on the team.

The Beetroots, under the direction of team captain Lance McDermott, finished in 25 Days, 8 Hours, 14 Minutes.

The team was led by Amy Costa’s 500.69 miles. An impressive four other runners went over 300+ miles that included Leslie Studtmann (357.31), Lance McDermott (341.76), Brenda Cross (320.87), and Sue Stephens-Wright (304.95).

10) The Beetroots- 25 Days, 08 Hours, 14 Minutes – Captain, Lance McDermott
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Amy Costa – 500.69 miles (19.26)
2. Leslie Studtmann – 357.31 miles (13.74)
3. Lance McDermott – 341.76 miles (13.14)
4. Brenda Cross – 320.87 miles (12.34)
5. Sue Stephens-Wright – 304.95 miles (11.73)
6. Kendra Schoffstall – 266.81 miles (10.26)
7. Glenn Richardson – 243.70 miles (9.37)
8. Michael Racine – 173.50 miles (6.67)
9. Carrie O’Bryan – 170.23 miles (6.55)
10. Stewart Crouch – 155.02 miles (5.96)
11. Lori Robinson – 117.65 miles (4.53)

THE BEETROOTS – Day 26: 24.56 Miles (FINISHED) – 10th overall

The team is finished on the Santa Monica Pier. Congrats to The Beetroots.

BR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Brenda Cross – 17.32 miles
2. Amy Costa – 14.02 miles
3. Lance McDermott – 10.03 miles

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Top Teams on Day 26

1. Peers One – 126.14
2. Eli’s PR Ice – 112.35
3. The Beetroots – 24.56 FINISHED

Link to the Google Map showing where each team is on it’s Race Across the USA

Race Across the USA Overall Standings (daily total)

1. Rev Run – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes
2. The Metcalvary – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes
3. Alfa’s Omegas – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 19 Days, 8 Hours, 00 Minutes
4. Crowe Bars – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes
5. Tuck ‘n Stroll – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes
6. Grapes of Rath – 2,907.00 – FINISHED – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes
7. Mojo Rising – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes
8. Kicking Glass – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes
9. Trip 2 My Lou – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes
10. The Beetroots – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 25 Days, 8 Hours, 14 Minutes
11. Eli’s PR Ice – 2,702.88 miles (112.35)
12. Peers One – 2,698.20 miles (126.14)

New York City to Santa Monica Pier Distance: 2,907.00 Miles

Francesca Muccini is the Race Across the USA Peak Performer of the Day with 26.67 miles for Eli’s PR Ice.

Top 10 Miles of the Day

1. Wayne McComb (ONE) – 28.34
2. Francesca Muccini (ELI) – 26.67
3. Steve Durbin (ONE) – 26.53
4. Rich Peers (ONE) – 23.90
5. Brenda Cross (BR) – 17.32
6. Melissa Price (ELI) – 15.06
7. Amy Costa (BR) – 14.02
8. Sofie Romero (ONE) – 13.85
9. Veronique Bourbeau (ELI) – 12.19
10. Ed Barnette (ELI) – 11.23

The Day’s Quick Team-by-Team Recaps

1. REV RUN – FINISHED – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes
2. THE METCALVARY – FINISHED – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes
3. ALFA’S OMEGAS – FINISHED – 19 Days, 08 Hours, 00 Minutes
4. CROWE BARDS – FINISHED – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes
5. TUCK N’ STROLL – FINISHED – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes
6. GRAPES OF RATH – FINISHED – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes
7. MOJO RISING – FINISHED – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes
8. KICKING GLASS – FINISHED – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes
9. TRIP 2 MY LOU – FINISHED – 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes
10. THE BEETROOTS – FINISHED – 25 Days, 08 Hours, 14 Minutes

ELI’S P.R. ICE – Day 26: 112.35 Miles (2nd) – 11th overall

Oh my this is getting exciting as we get close to the finish of our epic journey. We have a real race on our hands as Eli’s P.R. Ice has less than a 4-mile lead on Peers One with just 204.12 miles to go. On Day 26, Eli’s was led by Francesca Muccini’s 26.67 miles. Team captain Melissa Price ran 15.06 miles and Veronique Bourbeau added 12.19 miles. The next two days should be interesting.

The team is in Klondike, California.

Miles to finish: 204.12

ELI’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Francesca Muccini – 26.67 miles
2. Melissa Price- 15.06 miles
3. Veronique Bourbeau – 12.19 miles

PEERS ONE- Day 26: 126.14 Miles (1st) – 12th overall

Smelling the ocean air, Peers One had a massive day with 126.14 miles to get within four miles of Eli’s P.R. Ice. The heat is on The Ice with only 208 miles to the finish. They were led on the day by Wayne McComb with a big 28.34 miles. Steve Durbin added a hefty marathon of his own miles, as team captain Rich Peers covered 23.90 miles.

It’s going to be an exciting finish. Can the tired legs of P-1 find enough miles in them quick enough to catch Eli’s and get to the pier before them? We are going to find out.

Miles to finish: 208.80

The team is in Klondike, California.

PR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Wayne McComb – 28.34 miles
2. Steve Durbin – 26.53 miles
3. Rich Peers – 23.90 miles

Finished Teams – New York City to Los Angeles

1) Rev Run’s – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes – Captain, David Pharr
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Lisa Devona – 500.78 miles (35.77)
2. Ed Ettinghausen – 426.62 miles (30.47)
3. David Pharr – 329.28 miles (23.52)
4. Emily Ryan – 307.73 miles (21.98)
5. Karl Studtmann – 266.80 miles (19.06)
6. Steve Snyder – 265.83 miles (18.99)
7. Sherry Meador – 237.99 miles (17.00)
8. Reich Gapasin – 227.40 miles (16.24)
9. Jeremy Reed – 225.44 miles (16.10)
10. Jeff Lea – 86.94 miles (6.21)
11. Renee Holcomb – 83.51 miles (5.97)

2) The Metcalvary’s – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes – Captain, Jen Metcalf
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Andy Glaze – 479.13 miles (25.22)
2. Randy Broadway – 420.02 miles (22.11)
3. Jen Metcalf – 376.42 miles (19.81)
4. Elissa Higgins – 350.68 miles (18.46)
5. Erik Pascual – 325.05 miles (17.11)
6. Heather McComb – 258.93 miles (13.63)
7. Kelly Tipple – 250.00 miles (13.16)
8. Randy Marks – 193.04 miles (10.16)
9. Lauren Glaze – 119.89 miles (6.31)
10. Taylor Dupler – 102.94 miles (5.42)
11. Brooke King – 45.00 miles (2.37)
    100% Full Daily Contributions Entire Race

3) Alfa’s Omegas – 19 Days, 8 Hours, 0 Minutes – Captain, Alfa Severino
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Alfa Severino – 444.70 miles (22.44)
2. Ryan Malecha – 333.71 miles (16.69)
3. Allison Barcelona – 292.43 miles (14.62)
4. Kelly Paul – 290.76 miles (14.54)
5. Fiona McMillen – 284.12 miles (14.21)
6. David Essary – 246.97 miles (12.35)
7. Houston Wolf – 245.58 miles (12.28)
8. Jaime Grammer – 245.29 miles (12.26)
9. Rob Kelly – 225.37 miles (11.27)
10. Eric McMillen – 206.04 miles (10.30)
11. Gibson Kelley – 129.41 miles (6.47)

4) Crowe Bars – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes – Captain, Seth Crowe
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Steve Troxel – 562.85 (26.80)
2. Cathy Downes – 429.78 (20.47)
3. Marj Mitchell – 403.87 (19.23)
4. Seth Crowe – 375.76 (17.89)
5. Amy Hazlewood – 357.13 (17.01)
6. Jimmy Girten – 184.55 (8.79)
7. Tanner Lee – 183.80 (8.75)
8. Adam Holloway – 145.91 (6.95)
9. Drew Cox – 122.94 (5.85)
10. Brittany Pendley – 73.07 (3.48)
11. Troy Harp – 70.27 (3.35)

5) Tuck n’ Stroll – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes – Captain, Shane Tucker
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Ximena Kriete – 596.62 (28.41)
2. Rene Fosdal-Griffin – 447.75 (21.32)
3. Donna Bullington – 348.77 (16.61)
4. Henriett Blodgett – 348.55 (16.60)
5. Shane Tucker – 318.95 (15.19)
6. J.d. Barnette – 266.97 (12.71)
7. Jess Britt – 257.71 (12.27)
8. George Buse – 132.82 (6.32)
9. Kim Crowe – 125.68 (5.98)
10. Doug Barnette – 41.98 (1.99)
11. June Uhlig – 27.93 (1.33)

6) Grapes of Rath – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes – Captain, Scott Kufferath
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Chris Clemens – 617.51 miles (28.07)
2. Lisamarie Griffin – 571.34 miles (25.97)
3. Elva Matamoros – 451.37 miles (20.52)
4. Tom Orr – 356.96 miles (16.23)
5. Kimberly Atkins – 281.13 miles (12.78)
6. Scott Devona – 180.92 miles (8.22)
7. Trent Rosenbloom – 139.92 miles (6.36)
8. Rebecca Sunday – 128.70 miles (5.85)
9. Greta Reed – 104.90 miles (4.77)
10. Yoka Christopher – 54.13 miles (2.46)
11. Jolea Stone – 32.22 miles (1.46)

7) Mojo Rising – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes – Captain, Joshua Holmes
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Lindsay Phenix – 570.80 miles (24.82)
2. Audrey Davis – 368.22 miles (16.01)
3. JR Reynolds – 354.13 miles (15.40)
4. Joshua Holmes – 347.28 miles (15.10)
5. Kit Brazier – 343.22 miles (14.92)
6. Kevin Lashley – 243.57 miles (10.59)
7. Mark Atkins – 184.27 miles (8.01)
8. Donna Burns – 180.74 miles (7.86)
9. Kelli Brown – 160.04 miles (6.96)
10. Anthony Ohrey – 150.30 miles (6.53)
11. Jill Williams – 70.02 miles (3.04)

8) Kicking Glass – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes – Captain, Tiffani Glass
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Tiffani Glass – 450.70 miles (18.78)
2. Lisa Van Wolde – 438.81 miles (18.28)
3. Yvette Campos – 408.00 miles (17.00)
4. Barry Reece – 297.72 miles (12.41)
5. Joan Lamayo-Buse – 270.13 miles (11.26)
6. Aaron Debord – 246.08 miles (10.25)
7. Rose Hennessey – 235.29 miles (9.80)
8. Brendon Chiu – 179.89 miles (7.50)
9. Megan Maiser – 141.08 miles (5.88)
10. Stacy King – 131.56 miles (5.48)
11. Justin Chiu – 123.68 miles (5.15)

9) Trip 2 My Lou – 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes – Captain, Marylou Corino
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Marylou Corino – 753.30 miles (30.13)
2. Laura Eriks – 397.11 miles (15.88)
3. Russ Metteer – 334.85 miles (15.88)
4. Jeremy Kluttz – 309.83 miles (12.39)
5. Christy Brewer – 305.03 miles (12.20)
6. Megan Chiu – 170.50 miles (6.82)
7. Gregory Hart – 165.55 miles (6.62)
8. Rachael Howard – 149.18 miles (5.97)
9. Amy Cummings – 129.32 miles (5.17)
10. Ray Berlanga – 115.37 miles (4.61)
11. Adam Boyd – 101.09 miles (4.04)

Daily Updates and Standing Archive

• Day 26: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – UnBEETable
• Day 25: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Trip 2 My Lou’s Plank
• Day 24: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Dancing On Glass
• Day 23: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Mojo Breaks On Through
• Day 22: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – California Raisins
• Day 21: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Strolling thru Bars
• Day 20: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Alfa Reaches Omega
• Day 19: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Metcalvary Cruises to 2nd Place
• Day 18: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Audrey’s Crossing
• Day 17: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Country Grammer
• Day 16: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Alfa Dawgs
• Day 15: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Queen of Pinson
• Day 14: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run’s Record Setting Win
• Day 13: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – All Hell Breaks Loose
• Day 12: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – FFWD Run
• Day 11: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Pouring Out 40’s
• Day 10: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Jester’s White Gloves
• Day 9: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Holiday Hangover Edition
• Day 8: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Memorial Day
• Day 7: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – We Are Superman
• Day 6: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Mad Miles
• Day 5: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Metcalvary Rising
• Day 4: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Whip It
• Day 3: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Story of Lazarus Beetroots
• Day 2: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Knight Rider Speeds Off
• Day 1: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run Takes Lead Out of NYC

 

Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA had it’s 9th team finish on Thursday when Trip 2 My Lou reached the Santa Monica Pier around noon local time.

Russ Metteer ran the team onto the pier completing the last mile of the race for his team.

The team was led and pulled throughout the race by team captain Marylou Corino who finished the race with an astonishing total of 753.30 miles. An average of 30.13 miles a day. She ran at least 25 miles all 25 days of the duration it took her team to reach the finish. She ran 30+ miles the last ten days of the race. Marylou ran 25.7% of Trip 2 My Lou’s miles, by far the highest % of any runner on any team.

Trip 2 My Lou finished in 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes.

Congrats to this amazing team and all eleven runners on it that made big contributions on this epic journey.

9) Trip 2 My Lou- 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes – Captain, Marylou Corino
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Marylou Corino – 753.30 miles (30.13)
2. Laura Eriks – 397.11 miles (15.88)
3. Russ Metteer – 334.85 miles (15.88)
4. Jeremy Kluttz – 309.83 miles (12.39)
5. Christy Brewer – 305.03 miles (12.20)
6. Megan Chiu – 170.50 miles (6.82)
7. Gregory Hart – 165.55 miles (6.62)
8. Rachael Howard – 149.18 miles (5.97)
9. Amy Cummings – 129.32 miles (5.17)
10. Ray Berlanga – 115.37 miles (4.61)
11. Adam Boyd – 101.09 miles (4.04)

TRIP 2 MY LOU – Day 25: 76.29 Miles (FINISHED) – 9th overall

The team is finished after 2,907.00 miles on the Santa Monica Pier.

LOU’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Marylou Corino – 30.15 miles
2. Rachael Howard – 22.17 miles
3. Russ Metteer – 12.11 miles

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Top Teams on Day 25

1. Eli’s PR Ice – 128.70
2. The Beetroots – 118.58
3. Peers One – 107.03
4. Trip 2 My Lou – 76.29 FINISHED

Link to the Google Map showing where each team is on it’s Race Across the USA

Race Across the USA Overall Standings (daily total)

1. Rev Run – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes
2. The Metcalvary – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes
3. Alfa’s Omegas – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 19 Days, 8 Hours, 00 Minutes
4. Crowe Bars – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes
5. Tuck ‘n Stroll – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes
6. Grapes of Rath – 2,907.00 – FINISHED – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes
7. Mojo Rising – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes
8. Kicking Glass – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes
9. Trip 2 My Lou – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes
10. The Beetroots – 2,882.44 miles (118.58)
11. Eli’s PR Ice – 2,590.53 miles (128.70) +1
12. Peers One – 2,572.06 miles (107.03) -1

New York City to Santa Monica Pier Distance: 2,907.00 Miles

Amy Costa is the Race Across the USA Peak Performer of the Day with 24.01 miles for The Beatroots.

Top 10 Miles of the Day

1. Francesca Muccini (ELI) – 32.61
2. Marylou Corino (LOU) – 30.15
3. Amy Costa (BR) – 24.01
4. Steve Durbin (ONE) – 23.97
5. Diane Taylor (ONE) – 22.78
6. Rachael Howard (LOU) – 22.17
7. Wayne McComb (ONE) – 22.15
8. Sue Stephens-Wright (BR) – 21.35
9. Michael Racine (BR) – 15.33
10. Rich Peers (ONE) – 14.19

The Day’s Quick Team-by-Team Recaps

1. REV RUN – FINISHED – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes
2. THE METCALVARY – FINISHED – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes
3. ALFA’S OMEGAS – FINISHED – 19 Days, 08 Hours, 00 Minutes
4. CROWE BARDS – FINISHED – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes
5. TUCK N’ STROLL – FINISHED – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes
6. GRAPES OF RATH – FINISHED – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes
7. MOJO RISING – FINISHED – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes
8. KICKING GLASS – FINISHED – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes
9. TRIP 2 MY LOU – FINISHED – 24 Days, 14 Hours, 15 Minutes

THE BEETROOTS – Day 25: 118.58 Miles (2nd) – 10th overall

They almost made it to the finish but remain about a marathon short of the Santa Monica Pier. Another day to enjoy the So Cal weather for The Roots. They were led today by Amy Costa with 24.01 miles. They once again got an impressive double-dime from Sue Stephens-Wright with 21.35 miles. Michael Racine added 15.33 miles. The 10th place coronation should be around lunch time tomorrow. Buy your tickets in advance.

Miles to finish: 24.56

The team is currently in East Los Angeles, California.

BR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Amy Costa – 24.01 miles
2. Sue Stephens-Wright – 21.35 miles
3. Michael Racine – 15.33 miles

ELI’S P.R. ICE – Day 25: 128.70 Miles (1st) – 11th overall

A wonderful first place day for the Eli PR Ice team. They were led by a Francesca Muccini’s 32.61 miles which were a massive reason the team was able to jump up a spot in the standings over Peers One. John Leighton and Crystal Baumberger added half marathons as well.

The team is in Yucca, Arizona.

Miles to finish: 316.47

ELI’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Francesca Muccini – 32.61 miles
2. John Leighton – 13.24 miles
3. Crystal Baumberger – 13.12 miles

PEERS ONE- Day 25: 107.03 Miles (3rd) – 12th overall

Steve Durbin was back at it again for Peers with 23.97 miles that helped set the pace for the team cracking 100+ miles with 107.03. Steve was joined by Diane Taylor and Wayne McComb who both went over 20 miles as well for team captain Rich Peers.

Miles to finish: 334.94

The team is in Kingman, Arizona.

PR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Steve Durbin – 23.97 miles
2. Diane Taylor – 22.78 miles
3. Wayne McComb – 22.15 miles

Finished Teams – New York City to Los Angeles

1) Rev Run’s – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes – Captain, David Pharr
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Lisa Devona – 500.78 miles (35.77)
2. Ed Ettinghausen – 426.62 miles (30.47)
3. David Pharr – 329.28 miles (23.52)
4. Emily Ryan – 307.73 miles (21.98)
5. Karl Studtmann – 266.80 miles (19.06)
6. Steve Snyder – 265.83 miles (18.99)
7. Sherry Meador – 237.99 miles (17.00)
8. Reich Gapasin – 227.40 miles (16.24)
9. Jeremy Reed – 225.44 miles (16.10)
10. Jeff Lea – 86.94 miles (6.21)
11. Renee Holcomb – 83.51 miles (5.97)

2) The Metcalvary’s – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes – Captain, Jen Metcalf
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Andy Glaze – 479.13 miles (25.22)
2. Randy Broadway – 420.02 miles (22.11)
3. Jen Metcalf – 376.42 miles (19.81)
4. Elissa Higgins – 350.68 miles (18.46)
5. Erik Pascual – 325.05 miles (17.11)
6. Heather McComb – 258.93 miles (13.63)
7. Kelly Tipple – 250.00 miles (13.16)
8. Randy Marks – 193.04 miles (10.16)
9. Lauren Glaze – 119.89 miles (6.31)
10. Taylor Dupler – 102.94 miles (5.42)
11. Brooke King – 45.00 miles (2.37)
    100% Full Daily Contributions Entire Race

3) Alfa’s Omegas – 19 Days, 8 Hours, 0 Minutes – Captain, Alfa Severino
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Alfa Severino – 444.70 miles (22.44)
2. Ryan Malecha – 333.71 miles (16.69)
3. Allison Barcelona – 292.43 miles (14.62)
4. Kelly Paul – 290.76 miles (14.54)
5. Fiona McMillen – 284.12 miles (14.21)
6. David Essary – 246.97 miles (12.35)
7. Houston Wolf – 245.58 miles (12.28)
8. Jaime Grammer – 245.29 miles (12.26)
9. Rob Kelly – 225.37 miles (11.27)
10. Eric McMillen – 206.04 miles (10.30)
11. Gibson Kelley – 129.41 miles (6.47)

4) Crowe Bars – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes – Captain, Seth Crowe
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Steve Troxel – 562.85 (26.80)
2. Cathy Downes – 429.78 (20.47)
3. Marj Mitchell – 403.87 (19.23)
4. Seth Crowe – 375.76 (17.89)
5. Amy Hazlewood – 357.13 (17.01)
6. Jimmy Girten – 184.55 (8.79)
7. Tanner Lee – 183.80 (8.75)
8. Adam Holloway – 145.91 (6.95)
9. Drew Cox – 122.94 (5.85)
10. Brittany Pendley – 73.07 (3.48)
11. Troy Harp – 70.27 (3.35)

5) Tuck n’ Stroll – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes – Captain, Shane Tucker
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Ximena Kriete – 596.62 (28.41)
2. Rene Fosdal-Griffin – 447.75 (21.32)
3. Donna Bullington – 348.77 (16.61)
4. Henriett Blodgett – 348.55 (16.60)
5. Shane Tucker – 318.95 (15.19)
6. J.d. Barnette – 266.97 (12.71)
7. Jess Britt – 257.71 (12.27)
8. George Buse – 132.82 (6.32)
9. Kim Crowe – 125.68 (5.98)
10. Doug Barnette – 41.98 (1.99)
11. June Uhlig – 27.93 (1.33)

6) Grapes of Rath – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes – Captain, Scott Kufferath
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Chris Clemens – 617.51 miles (28.07)
2. Lisamarie Griffin – 571.34 miles (25.97)
3. Elva Matamoros – 451.37 miles (20.52)
4. Tom Orr – 356.96 miles (16.23)
5. Kimberly Atkins – 281.13 miles (12.78)
6. Scott Devona – 180.92 miles (8.22)
7. Trent Rosenbloom – 139.92 miles (6.36)
8. Rebecca Sunday – 128.70 miles (5.85)
9. Greta Reed – 104.90 miles (4.77)
10. Yoka Christopher – 54.13 miles (2.46)
11. Jolea Stone – 32.22 miles (1.46)

7) Mojo Rising – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes – Captain, Joshua Holmes
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Lindsay Phenix – 570.80 miles (24.82)
2. Audrey Davis – 368.22 miles (16.01)
3. JR Reynolds – 354.13 miles (15.40)
4. Joshua Holmes – 347.28 miles (15.10)
5. Kit Brazier – 343.22 miles (14.92)
6. Kevin Lashley – 243.57 miles (10.59)
7. Mark Atkins – 184.27 miles (8.01)
8. Donna Burns – 180.74 miles (7.86)
9. Kelli Brown – 160.04 miles (6.96)
10. Anthony Ohrey – 150.30 miles (6.53)
11. Jill Williams – 70.02 miles (3.04)

8) Kicking Glass- 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes – Captain, Tiffani Glass
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Tiffani Glass – 450.70 miles (18.78)
2. Lisa Van Wolde – 438.81 miles (18.28)
3. Yvette Campos – 408.00 miles (17.00)
4. Barry Reece – 297.72 miles (12.41)
5. Joan Lamayo-Buse – 270.13 miles (11.26)
6. Aaron Debord – 246.08 miles (10.25)
7. Rose Hennessey – 235.29 miles (9.80)
8. Brendon Chiu – 179.89 miles (7.50)
9. Megan Maiser – 141.08 miles (5.88)
10. Stacy King – 131.56 miles (5.48)
11. Justin Chiu – 123.68 miles (5.15)

Daily Updates and Standing Archive

• Day 25: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Trip 2 My Lou’s Plank
• Day 24: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Dancing On Glass
• Day 23: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Mojo Breaks On Through
• Day 22: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – California Raisins
• Day 21: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Strolling thru Bars
• Day 20: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Alfa Reaches Omega
• Day 19: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Metcalvary Cruises to 2nd Place
• Day 18: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Audrey’s Crossing
• Day 17: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Country Grammer
• Day 16: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Alfa Dawgs
• Day 15: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Queen of Pinson
• Day 14: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run’s Record Setting Win
• Day 13: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – All Hell Breaks Loose
• Day 12: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – FFWD Run
• Day 11: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Pouring Out 40’s
• Day 10: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Jester’s White Gloves
• Day 9: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Holiday Hangover Edition
• Day 8: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Memorial Day
• Day 7: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – We Are Superman
• Day 6: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Mad Miles
• Day 5: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Metcalvary Rising
• Day 4: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Whip It
• Day 3: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Story of Lazarus Beetroots
• Day 2: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Knight Rider Speeds Off
• Day 1: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run Takes Lead Out of NYC

 

Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA saw another team finish on Day 24 when Kicking Glass reached the Santa Monica Pier in 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes.

Kicking Glass finished 8th overall.

They were led by team captain Tiffani Glass who covered 450.70 miles in leading her team by example. KG had two other runners crack over 400 big miles with Lisa Van Wolde at 438.81 miles and Yvette Campos with 408.00 miles.

The team was solid throughout and got stronger as the event unfolded. Captain Glass got great output from everyone on the team, in what was for sure one of the more balanced and driven teams we had take part.

8) Kicking Glass- 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes – Captain, Tiffani Glass
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Tiffani Glass – 450.70 miles (18.78)
2. Lisa Van Wolde – 438.81 miles (18.28)
3. Yvette Campos – 408.00 miles (17.00)
4. Barry Reece – 297.72 miles (12.41)
5. Joan Lamayo-Buse – 270.13 miles (11.26)
6. Aaron Debord – 246.08 miles (10.25)
7. Rose Hennessey – 235.29 miles (9.80)
8. Brendon Chiu – 179.89 miles (7.50)
9. Megan Maiser – 141.08 miles (5.88)
10. Stacy King – 131.56 miles (5.48)
11. Justin Chiu – 123.68 miles (5.15)

KICKING GLASS- Day 24: 119.04 Miles (FINISHED) – 8th overall

Impressive days from team captain Tiffani Glass, Yvette Campos, and Rose Hennessey helped Kicking Glass reach the finish today.

The team is finished on the Santa Monica Pier after 2,907.00 miles.

MR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Tiffani Glass – 38.09 miles
2. Yvette Campos – 26.34 miles
3. Rose Hennessey – 17.37 miles

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Top Teams on Day 24

1. The Beetroots – 149.94
2. Trip 2 My Lou – 144.63
3. Kicking Glass – 119.04 (FINISHED)
4. Eli’s PR Ice – 118.13
5. Peers One – 94.23

Link to the Google Map showing where each team is on it’s Race Across the USARace Across the USA Overall Standings (daily total)

1. Rev Run – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes
2. The Metcalvary – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes
3. Alfa’s Omegas – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 19 Days, 8 Hours, 00 Minutes
4. Crowe Bars – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes
5. Tuck ‘n Stroll – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes
6. Grapes of Rath – 2,907.00 – FINISHED – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes
7. Mojo Rising – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes
8. Kicking Glass – 2,907.00 miles – FINISHED – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes
9. Trip 2 My Lou – 2,830.71 miles (144.63)
10. The Beetroots – 2,763.86 miles (149.94)
11. Peers One – 2,465.03 miles (94.23)
12. Eli’s PR Ice – 2,461.83 miles (118.13)

New York City to Santa Monica Pier Distance: 2,907.00 Miles

Yvette Campos is the Race Across the USA Peak Performer of the Day with 26.34 miles for Kicking Glass.

Top 10 Miles of the Day

1. Laura Eriks (LOU) – 43.33
2. Tiffani Glass (KG) – 38.09
3. Marylou Corino (LOU) – 30.00
4. Yvette Campos (KG) – 26.34
5. Francesca Muccini (ELI) – 23.49
6. Amy Costa (BR) – 22.04
7. Brenda Cross (BR) – 20.47
8. Sue Stephens-Wright (BR) – 20.37
9. Steve Durbin (ONE) – 20.34
10. Lance McDermott (BR) – 20.24

The Day’s Quick Team-by-Team Recaps

1. REV RUN – FINISHED – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes
2. THE METCALVARY – FINISHED – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes
3. ALFA’S OMEGAS – FINISHED – 19 Days, 08 Hours, 00 Minutes
4. CROWE BARDS – FINISHED – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes
5. TUCK N’ STROLL – FINISHED – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes
6. GRAPES OF RATH – FINISHED – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes
7. MOJO RISING – FINISHED – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes
8. KICKING GLASS – FINISHED – 23 Days, 16 Hours, 46 Minutes

TRIP 2 MY LOU – Day 24: 144.63 Miles (2nd) – 9th overall

A big day from Trip 2 My Lou putting them in a prime spot to finish it’s race tomorrow needing just 76.29 miles. They are in that great spot  because of big days from Laura Eriks with 43.33 miles and team captain Marylou Corino’s 30.00 miles. They also had 15.00 miles from Jeremy Kluttz.

The team is currently in Scotland, California.

LOU’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Laura Eriks – 43.33 miles
2. Marylou Corino – 30.00 miles
3. Jeremy Kluttz – 15.00 miles

THE BEETROOTS – Day 24: 149.94 Miles (1st) – 10th overall

Another monster day from The Roots as they try to track down Trip 2 My Lou. The Roots had the most miles on the day with 149.94. They were led by the power trio-women of Amy Costa (22.04), Brenda Cross (20.47), and Sue Stephens-Wright (20.37). With another repeat of today’s miles they will reach the Santa Monica Pier tomorrow night. They likely will finish tomorrow but will they go all out to try to catch The Trips before they can make it to the finish will be a developing story line.

The team is currently in Minneola, California.

BR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Amy Costa – 22.04 miles
2. Brenda Cross – 20.47 miles
3. Sue Stephens-Wright – 20.37 miles

PEERS ONE- Day 34: 94.23 Miles (5th) – 11th overall

Who ever knew you could feel such heat from ICE? Peers had a solid day almost cracking 100 miles, but Eli’s PR Ice made up almost 24 miles and are now just 3.2 miles behind Peers. ONE was led today by Steve Durbin with 20.34 miles. The great Karla Kent added 20.11 more miles to the cause and captain Rich Peers ran 15.52 miles.

The team is in Williams, Arizona.

PR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Steve Durbin – 20.34 miles
2. Karla Kent – 20.11 miles
3. Rich Peers – 15.52 miles

ELI’S P.R. ICE – Day 24: 118.13 Miles (4th) – 12th overall

Another great day from PR Ice has then just a 5K away from moving out of the cellar and into 11th place. Francesca Muccini led the team with 23.49 miles. Veronique Bourbeau added 15.29 miles along with Ed Barnette’s 14.34. Will they leapfrog Peers tomorrow?

The team is in Williams, Arizona.

ELI’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Francesca Muccini – 23.49 miles
2. Veronique Bourbeau – 15.29 miles
3. Ed Barnette – 14.34 miles

Finished Teams – New York City to Los Angeles

1) Rev Run’s – 13 Days, 20 Hours, 17 Minutes – Captain, David Pharr
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Lisa Devona – 500.78 miles (35.77)
2. Ed Ettinghausen – 426.62 miles (30.47)
3. David Pharr – 329.28 miles (23.52)
4. Emily Ryan – 307.73 miles (21.98)
5. Karl Studtmann – 266.80 miles (19.06)
6. Steve Snyder – 265.83 miles (18.99)
7. Sherry Meador – 237.99 miles (17.00)
8. Reich Gapasin – 227.40 miles (16.24)
9. Jeremy Reed – 225.44 miles (16.10)
10. Jeff Lea – 86.94 miles (6.21)
11. Renee Holcomb – 83.51 miles (5.97)

2) The Metcalvary’s – 18 Days, 14 Hours, 30 Minutes – Captain, Jen Metcalf
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Andy Glaze – 479.13 miles (25.22)
2. Randy Broadway – 420.02 miles (22.11)
3. Jen Metcalf – 376.42 miles (19.81)
4. Elissa Higgins – 350.68 miles (18.46)
5. Erik Pascual – 325.05 miles (17.11)
6. Heather McComb – 258.93 miles (13.63)
7. Kelly Tipple – 250.00 miles (13.16)
8. Randy Marks – 193.04 miles (10.16)
9. Lauren Glaze – 119.89 miles (6.31)
10. Taylor Dupler – 102.94 miles (5.42)
11. Brooke King – 45.00 miles (2.37)
    100% Full Daily Contributions Entire Race

3) Alfa’s Omegas – 19 Days, 8 Hours, 0 Minutes – Captain, Alfa Severino
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Alfa Severino – 444.70 miles (22.44)
2. Ryan Malecha – 333.71 miles (16.69)
3. Allison Barcelona – 292.43 miles (14.62)
4. Kelly Paul – 290.76 miles (14.54)
5. Fiona McMillen – 284.12 miles (14.21)
6. David Essary – 246.97 miles (12.35)
7. Houston Wolf – 245.58 miles (12.28)
8. Jaime Grammer – 245.29 miles (12.26)
9. Rob Kelly – 225.37 miles (11.27)
10. Eric McMillen – 206.04 miles (10.30)
11. Gibson Kelley – 129.41 miles (6.47)

4) Crowe Bars – 20 Days, 10 Hours, 26 Minutes – Captain, Seth Crowe
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Steve Troxel – 562.85 (26.80)
2. Cathy Downes – 429.78 (20.47)
3. Marj Mitchell – 403.87 (19.23)
4. Seth Crowe – 375.76 (17.89)
5. Amy Hazlewood – 357.13 (17.01)
6. Jimmy Girten – 184.55 (8.79)
7. Tanner Lee – 183.80 (8.75)
8. Adam Holloway – 145.91 (6.95)
9. Drew Cox – 122.94 (5.85)
10. Brittany Pendley – 73.07 (3.48)
11. Troy Harp – 70.27 (3.35)

5) Tuck n’ Stroll – 20 Days, 15 Hours, 03 Minutes – Captain, Shane Tucker
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Ximena Kriete – 596.62 (28.41)
2. Rene Fosdal-Griffin – 447.75 (21.32)
3. Donna Bullington – 348.77 (16.61)
4. Henriett Blodgett – 348.55 (16.60)
5. Shane Tucker – 318.95 (15.19)
6. J.d. Barnette – 266.97 (12.71)
7. Jess Britt – 257.71 (12.27)
8. George Buse – 132.82 (6.32)
9. Kim Crowe – 125.68 (5.98)
10. Doug Barnette – 41.98 (1.99)
11. June Uhlig – 27.93 (1.33)

6) Grapes of Rath – 21 Days, 14 Hours, 57 Minutes – Captain, Scott Kufferath
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Chris Clemens – 617.51 miles (28.07)
2. Lisamarie Griffin – 571.34 miles (25.97)
3. Elva Matamoros – 451.37 miles (20.52)
4. Tom Orr – 356.96 miles (16.23)
5. Kimberly Atkins – 281.13 miles (12.78)
6. Scott Devona – 180.92 miles (8.22)
7. Trent Rosenbloom – 139.92 miles (6.36)
8. Rebecca Sunday – 128.70 miles (5.85)
9. Greta Reed – 104.90 miles (4.77)
10. Yoka Christopher – 54.13 miles (2.46)
11. Jolea Stone – 32.22 miles (1.46)

7) Mojo Rising – 22 Days, 10 Hours, 28 Minutes – Captain, Joshua Holmes
Total Team Miles by Runner

1. Lindsay Phenix – 570.80 miles (24.82)
2. Audrey Davis – 368.22 miles (16.01)
3. JR Reynolds – 354.13 miles (15.40)
4. Joshua Holmes – 347.28 miles (15.10)
5. Kit Brazier – 343.22 miles (14.92)
6. Kevin Lashley – 243.57 miles (10.59)
7. Mark Atkins – 184.27 miles (8.01)
8. Donna Burns – 180.74 miles (7.86)
9. Kelli Brown – 160.04 miles (6.96)
10. Anthony Ohrey – 150.30 miles (6.53)
11. Jill Williams – 70.02 miles (3.04)

Daily Updates and Standing Archive

• Day 24: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Dancing On Glass
• Day 23: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Mojo Breaks On Through
• Day 22: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – California Raisins
• Day 21: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Strolling thru Bars
• Day 20: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Alfa Reaches Omega
• Day 19: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Metcalvary Cruises to 2nd Place
• Day 18: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Audrey’s Crossing
• Day 17: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Country Grammer
• Day 16: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Alfa Dawgs
• Day 15: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Queen of Pinson
• Day 14: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run’s Record Setting Win
• Day 13: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – All Hell Breaks Loose
• Day 12: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – FFWD Run
• Day 11: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Pouring Out 40’s
• Day 10: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Jester’s White Gloves
• Day 9: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Holiday Hangover Edition
• Day 8: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Memorial Day
• Day 7: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – We Are Superman
• Day 6: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Mad Miles
• Day 5: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Metcalvary Rising
• Day 4: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Whip It
• Day 3: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Story of Lazarus Beetroots
• Day 2: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Knight Rider Speeds Off
• Day 1: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run Takes Lead Out of NYC

 

After the first two weeks of Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA, we have seen some truly amazing performances and massive miles from all 132 runners on our twelve teams. Those 132 runners have run a combined 24,046.74 miles over the first fourteen days of the race, an average of 182.17 miles per runner. For perspective it’s 24,901 miles around the world.

We are extremely proud of every runner on this list. Thanks for making the race a major success.

	Name	team	overall	Finished
1	Lisa Devona	(REV)	500.78	14 days, Finished
2	Ed Ettinghausen	(REV)	426.62	14 days, Finished
3	Ximena Kriete	(TNS)	425.37
4	Chris Clemens	(GOR)	423.69
5	Marylou Corino	(LOU)	420.55
6	Steve Troxel	(CB)	416.86
7	Andrew Glaze	(MET)	389.56
8	Randy Broadway	(MET)	352.54
9	Lisamarie Griffin	(GOR)	348.66
10	Francesca Muccini	(ELI)	342.96
11	Lindsay Phenix	(MR)	340.52
12	David Pharr	(REV)	329.28	14 days, Finished
13	Jen Metcalf	(MET)	314.21
14	Alfa Severiono	(AO)	313.41
15	Lisa Van Wolde	(KG)	313.01
16	Rene Fosdal-Griffin	(TNS)	312.64
17	Emily Ryan	(REV)	307.73	14 days, Finished
18	Cathy Downes	(CB)	306.6
19	Elva Matamoros	(GOR)	301.97
20	Marjorie Mitchell	(CB)	291.34
21	Tom Orr	(GOR)	289.96
22	Seth Crowe	(CB)	278.1
23	Elissa Higgins	(MET)	267.54
24	Amy Costa	(BR)	267.32
25	Karl Studtmann	(REV)	266.88	14 days, Finished
26	Steve Snyder	(REV)	265.83	14 days, Finished
27	Rich Peers	(ONE)	265.32
28	Erik Pascual	(MET)	259.7
29	Tiffani Glass	(KG)	259.19
30	Laura Eriks	(LOU)	256.9
31	Amy Hazlewood	(CB)	255.71
32	Shane Tucker	(TNS)	250.67
33	JR Reynolds	(MR)	250.48
34	Ryan Malecha	(AO)	248.7
35	Thomas Fowler	(ONE)	248.3
36	Melissa Price	(ELI)	246.33
37	Henriett Blodgett	(TNS)	243.95
38	Sherry Meador	(REV)	237.99	14 days, Finished
39	Donna Bullington	(TNS)	235.54
40	Kit Brazier	(MR)	234.36
41	Joshua Holmes	(MR)	230.74
42	Reich Gapasin	(REV)	227.4	14 days, Finished
43	Audrey Davis	(MR)	226.67
44	Jeremy Reed	(REV)	225.44	14 days, Finished
45	Leslie Studtmann	(BR)	222.19
46	Yvette Campos	(KG)	218.31
47	Kelly Paul	(AO)	211.67
48	Christy Brewer	(LOU)	210.94
49	Allison Barcelona	(AO)	203.66
50	Heather McComb	(MET)	202.34
51	Jd Barnette	(TNS)	202.01
52	Wayne McComb	(ONE)	200.98
53	Kelly Tipple	(MET)	198.05
54	Lance McDermott	(BR)	195.17
55	Barry Reece	(KG)	195.04
56	Kimberly Atkins	(GOR)	193.04
57	Houston Wolf	(AO)	190.86
58	Karla Kent	(ONE)	189.98
59	Fiona McMillen	(AO)	188.84
60	Brenda Cross	(BR)	185.84
61	Jeremy Kluttz	(LOU)	185.38
62	Diane Taylor	(ONE)	178.16
63	Kevin Lashley	(MR)	176.66
64	Russ Metteer	(LOU)	172.34
65	Jess Britt	(TNS)	168.6
66	John Leighton	(ELI)	165.27
67	Ed Barnette	(ELI)	162.73
68	Jaime Grammer	(AO)	162.68
69	David Essary	(AO)	162.2
70	Rob Kelly	(AO)	160.55
71	Aaron Debord	(KG)	157.51
72	Kendra Schoffstall	(BR)	156.5
73	Randy Marks	(MET)	155.5
74	Sofie Romero	(ONE)	151.77
75	Eric McMillen	(AO)	151.62
76	Glenn Richardson	(BR)	149.13
77	Joan Lamayo-Buse	(KG)	140.44
78	Donna Burns	(MR)	132.86
79	Steve Durbin	(ONE)	132.7
80	Sue Stephens-Wright	(BR)	130.72
81	Jimmy Girten	(CB)	129.98
82	Adam Holloway	(CB)	128.52
83	Ruth Thomas	(ELI)	128.32
84	Scott Devona	(GOR)	126.64
85	Rose Hennessey	(KG)	124.34
86	Carrie O’Bryan	(BR)	123.83
87	Abbi Auger	(ELI)	121.98
88	Tanner Lee	(CB)	115.67
89	Mark Atkins	(MR)	114.5
90	Veronique Bourbeau	(ELI)	109.73
91	Kelli Brown	(MR)	109.71
92	Rachael Howard	(LOU)	108.88
93	Gregory Hart	(LOU)	107.72
94	Stacy Saunders	(ONE)	106.65
95	George Buse	(TNS)	104.52
96	Megan Maiser	(KG)	103.58
97	Charles Roberts	(ONE)	101.67
98	Michael Racine	(BR)	100.46
99	Kim Crowe	(TNS)	100.43
100	Trent Rosenbloom	(GOR)	96.76
101	Brittany Aussieker	(ELI)	96.3
102	Lauren Glaze	(MET)	95.76
103	Rebecca Sunday	(GOR)	95.7
104	Crystal Baumberger	(ELI)	93.3
105	Drew Cox	(CB)	91.08
106	Brendon Chiu	(KG)	89.19
107	Gibson Kelley	(AO)	88.41
108	Taylor Dupler	(MET)	88.31
109	Jeff Lea	(REV)	86.94	14 days, Finished
110	Lori Robinson	(BR)	85.34
111	Megan Chiu	(LOU)	85.19
112	Ray Berlanga	(LOU)	84.87
113	Anthony Ohrey	(MR)	84.56
114	Renée Holcomb	(REV)	83.51	14 days, Finished
115	Greta Reed	(GOR)	81.3
116	Justin Chiu	(KG)	75.94
117	Amy Cummings	(LOU)	75.83
118	Sharon Carver	(ELI)	75
119	Stacy King	(KG)	74.31
120	Adam Boyd	(LOU)	71.85
121	Hannah Faulkner	(ELI)	68.53
122	Brittany Pendley	(CB)	59.58
123	Stewart Crouch	(BR)	59.15
124	Troy Harp	(CB)	46.35
125	Yoka Christopher	(GOR)	40.31
126	Juleann Roberts	(ONE)	39.93
127	Jill Williams	(MR)	39.61
128	Eryn Tyner	(ONE)	36.39
129	Brooke King	(MET)	35.02
130	Jolea Stone	(GOR)	32.22
131	Doug Barnette	(TNS)	21.97
132	June Uhlig	(TNS)	21.54

Congrats to every runner on this list.

#RunItFast #RaceAcrossTheUSA #RATUSA #RIFRATUSA

The first week of Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA (New York City to Los Angeles) saw a lot of big miles and contributions from every runner, on every team, from 1 to 132. This is just simply a summary look at all amazing 132 runners and walkers that 11,318.17 miles over the first 7 days of the race. A truly great job by everyone.

	Overall Mileage
	Name	Team	Week 1
1	Lisa Devona	(REV)	238.01
2	Steve Troxel	(CB)	218.27
3	Ximena Kriete	(TNS)	214.97
4	Mare Cara	(LOU)	204.38
5	Thomas Fowler	(ONE)	200.11
6	Chris Clemens	(GOR)	199.94
7	Andrew Glaze	(MET)	182.56
8	Ed Ettinghausen	(REV)	173.09
9	Francesca Muccini	(ELI)	171.88
10	David Pharr	(REV)	157.10
11	Lisamarie Griffin	(GOR)	156.55
12	Randy Broadway	(MET)	154.44
13	Lindsay Phenix	(MR)	149.93
14	Seth Crowe	(CB)	149.91
15	Tom Orr	(GOR)	149.74
16	Rene Fosdal-Griffin	(TNS)	149.71
17	Jen Metcalf	(MET)	146.78
18	Alfa Severiono	(AO)	143.86
19	Lisa Van Wolde	(KG)	142.00
20	Laura Eriks	(LOU)	137.06
21	Kit Brazier	(MR)	135.62
22	Emily Ryan	(REV)	134.91
23	Elva Matamoros	(GOR)	131.85
24	Cathy Downes	(CB)	131.47
25	Steve Snyder	(REV)	130.71
26	Marjorie Mitchell	(CB)	130.60
27	Karl Studtmann	(REV)	129.80
28	Rich Peers	(ONE)	125.54
29	Sherry Meador	(REV)	121.23
30	Elissa Higgins	(MET)	121.07
31	JR Reynolds	(MR)	120.70
32	Tiffani Glass	(KG)	120.18
33	Melissa Price	(ELI)	117.38
34	Shane Tucker	(TNS)	114.59
35	Joshua Holmes	(MR)	112.74
36	Jeremy Reed	(REV)	111.88
37	Ryan Malecha	(AO)	111.28
38	Henriett Blodgett	(TNS)	107.80
39	Amy Hazlewood	(CB)	107.14
40	Jeremy Kluttz	(LOU)	105.76
41	Yvette Campos	(KG)	105.69
42	Amy Costa	(BR)	105.50
43	Barry Reece	(KG)	105.50
44	Audrey Davis	(MR)	103.08
45	Christy Brewer	(LOU)	102.99
46	Kelly Paul	(AO)	102.86
47	Russ Metteer	(LOU)	102.45
48	Reich Gapasin	(REV)	100.45
49	Donna Bullington	(TNS)	100.15
50	Heather McComb	(MET)	96.58
51	Erik Pascual	(MET)	92.63
52	Houston Wolf	(AO)	90.09
53	Sofie Romero	(ONE)	89.08
54	Leslie Studtmann	(BR)	88.84
55	Kimberly Atkins	(GOR)	88.68
56	Lance McDermott	(BR)	88.61
57	Brenda Cross	(BR)	86.94
58	Ed Barnette	(ELI)	85.85
59	Allison Barcelona	(AO)	85.39
60	Carrie O’Bryan	(BR)	84.32
61	Kevin Lashley	(MR)	83.58
62	Wayne McComb	(ONE)	83.01
63	Kelly Tipple	(MET)	82.51
64	Karla Kent	(ONE)	81.21
65	Glenn Richardson	(BR)	81.16
66	John Leighton	(ELI)	75.78
67	Fiona McMillen	(AO)	75.54
68	Donna Burns	(MR)	73.23
69	Rob Kelly	(AO)	72.09
70	Jess Britt	(TNS)	71.60
71	Rachael Howard	(LOU)	70.10
72	Jd Barnette	(TNS)	69.63
73	Jaime Grammer	(AO)	68.10
74	Ruth Thomas	(ELI)	67.48
75	David Essary	(AO)	66.96
76	Eric McMillen	(AO)	66.92
77	Diane Taylor	(ONE)	66.33
78	Kendra Schoffstall	(BR)	65.98
79	Gregory Hart	(LOU)	64.57
80	Taylor Dupler	(MET)	64.08
81	Randy Marks	(MET)	63.49
82	Rose Hennessey	(KG)	60.78
83	Jimmy Girten	(CB)	60.29
84	Aaron Debord	(KG)	58.53
85	Scott Devona	(GOR)	56.51
86	Joan Lamayo-Buse	(KG)	55.68
87	Mark Atkins	(MR)	55.07
88	Adam Holloway	(CB)	54.75
89	Kim Crowe	(TNS)	54.30
90	Michael Racine	(BR)	53.86
91	Veronique Bourbeau	(ELI)	53.69
92	Stewart Crouch	(BR)	53.13
93	Kelli Brown	(MR)	50.85
94	George Buse	(TNS)	50.39
95	Jeff Lea	(REV)	50.06
96	Amy Cummings	(LOU)	49.06
97	Drew Cox	(CB)	48.60
98	Charles Roberts	(ONE)	48.02
99	Steve Durbin	(ONE)	47.57
100	Abbi Auger	(ELI)	47.33
101	Lauren Glaze	(MET)	46.72
102	Trent Rosenbloom	(GOR)	45.22
103	Adam Boyd	(LOU)	45.10
104	Megan Maiser	(KG)	44.54
105	Stacy Saunders	(ONE)	44.40
106	Gibson Kelley	(AO)	44.19
107	Lori Robinson	(BR)	44.05
108	Sue Stephens-Wright	(BR)	42.11
109	Megan Chiu	(LOU)	41.26
110	Brittany Aussieker	(ELI)	39.63
111	Brendon Chiu	(KG)	39.11
112	Crystal Baumberger	(ELI)	38.95
113	Rebecca Sunday	(GOR)	38.91
114	Ray Berlanga	(LOU)	36.40
115	Greta Reed	(GOR)	36.27
116	Renée Holcomb	(REV)	33.09
117	Sharon Carver	(ELI)	32.80
118	Justin Chiu	(KG)	32.17
119	Stacy King	(KG)	32.07
120	Brittany Pendley	(CB)	30.82
121	Hannah Faulkner	(ELI)	26.44
122	Troy Harp	(CB)	26.32
123	Anthony Ohrey	(MR)	25.35
124	Yoka Christopher	(GOR)	24.64
125	Juleann Roberts	(ONE)	24.08
126	Jill Williams	(MR)	22.60
127	Jolea Stone	(GOR)	19.60
128	Eryn Tyner	(ONE)	16.74
129	Brooke King	(MET)	16.51
130	June Uhlig	(TNS)	15.02
131	Doug Barnette	(TNS)	12.64
132	Tanner Lee	(CB)	11.08
	Total Miles		11,318.87

A big thank you to Mission Control (Jill Williams), all the team captains, and runners.

#RunItFast #RaceAcrossTheUSA #RATUSA #RIFRATUSA

Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA no doubt had a ‘Holiday Hangover’ on Day 9. The fewest total miles were recorded of the entire race to date. Some things didn’t change though. Rev Run still had the most miles for the day and padded their insurmountable lead. The Metcalvary, our second place overall team, had the second most miles on the day. So those teams were lock-n-key.

Where we saw the best performances outside of the two two came from Grapes of Rath, third place on the day with 141.64 points, and Alfa’s Omega’s 133.29, miles on the day for fourth. Both of these teams moved up two spots in the standings. GOR to third and AO to sixth. They were the only teams in the race to outperform their daily averages.

The Top 5 Teams on Day 9

1. Rev Run – 175.09
2. The Metcalvary – 144.53
3. Grapes of Rath – 141.64
4. Alfa’s Omegas – 133.29
5. Mojo Rising – 115.14

Link to the Google Map showing where each team is on it’s Race Across the USARace Across the USA Overall Standings (daily total)

1. Rev Run – 1,749.03 miles (175.09)
2. The Metcalvary – 1,360.54 miles (144.53)
3. Grapes of Rath – 1,212.17 (141.64)  +2
4. Tuck ‘n Stroll – 1,194.03 miles (95.79) -1
5. Mojo Rising – 1,179.71 miles (115.14) +1
6. Alfa’s Omegas – 1,178.83 miles (133.29) +2
7. Crowe Bars – 1,177.36 miles (91.81) -3
8. Trip 2 My Lou – 1,158.53 miles (94.89) -1
9. Kicking Glass – 1,039.78 miles (105.06) +1
10. Peers One – 1,026.21 miles (87.12) -1
11. The Beetroots – 968.92 miles (74.25)
12. Eli’s PR Ice – 953.85 miles (92.72)

New York City to Santa Monica Pier Distance: 2,907.00 Miles

Tom Orr is the Race Across the USA’s Peak Performer of the day with 28.33 miles for the Grapes of Rath.

Top 10 Miles of the Day

1. Lisa Devona (REV) – 36.09
2. Tom Orr (GOR) – 28.33
3. Elva Matamoros (GOR) – 27.84
4. Chris Clemens (GOR) – 27.31
5. David Pharr (REV) – 26.60
6. Marylou Corino (LOU) – 26.50
7. Andy Glaze (MET) – 25.14
8. Francesca Muccini (ELI) – 24.32
9. Lisamarie Griffin (GOR) – 23.96
10. Lindsay Phenix (MR) – 23.35

The Day’s Quick Team-by-Team Recaps

REV RUN- Day 9: 175.09 Miles (1st) – 1st overall

A below average day for Rev, but they still put miles on every team in the field. Lisa Devona was great once again with 30.19 miles. Team captain David Pharr repeated his marathon distance from yesterday. Emily Ryan stepped up and ran 22.61 miles.

The team is near Amarillo, Texas.

RR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Lisa Devona – 30.19 miles
2. David Pharr –  26.60 miles
3. Emily Ryan – 22.61 miles

THE METCALVARY – Day 9: 148.64 Miles (2nd) – 2nd overall

A great day for The Mets as they were able to avoid the holiday hangover. Andy Glaze was big once again with 25.14 miles. Randy Broadway, one of the most consistent runners in this race, ran 21.58. Elissa Higgins broke the 20-mile mark once again.

The team is near the eastern Oklahoma border.

MET’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Andy Glaze- 25.14 miles
2. Randy Broadway – 21.58 miles
3. Elissa Higgins – 20.32 miles

GRAPES OF RATH – Day 9: 141.64 Miles (3rd) – 3rd overall

A third place day for GOR that bumped them up two spots in the standings to third overall. They had a balanced attack today from Tom Orr, Elva Matamoros, and Chris Clemens. Lisamarie Griffin also contributed 23.96 miles.

The team is in Little Rock, Arkansas.

GOR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Tom Orr – 28.33 miles
2. Elva Matamoros – 27.84 miles
3. Chris Clemens – 27.31 miles

TUCK N’ STROLL – Day 9: 95.79 Miles (7th) – 4th overall

Tuck dropped a spot down to 4th overall after a down day. It followed several really strong days for the team. They were led today by Rene Fosdal-Griffin.

The team is in Carlisle, Arkansas.

TNS’s Top Performers of the Day.

1. Rene Fosdal-Griffin – 17.26 miles
2. Ximena Kriete – 16.14 miles
3. Henriett Blodgett – 15.00 miles

MOJO RISING- Day 9: 115.14 Miles (5th) – 5th overall

Not a huge day from Mojo but compared to the rest of the field it was good enough for 5th on the day and jumped them a spot in the standings up to 5th. They were led by Lindsay Phenix with 23.35 miles. Kit Brazier added 15.50 miles along with Audrey Davis’s 13.45.

The team is near Biscoe, Arkansas.

MR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Lindsay Phenix – 23.35 miles
2. Kit Brazier – 15.50 miles
3. Audrey Davis – 13.45 miles

ALFA’S OMEGAS – Day 9: 133.29 Miles (4th) – 6th overall

Team captain Alfa Severino is really doing a great job leading this team as they have been moving up the standings and getting stronger as the race unfolds. She has been leading by example with her big miles and did again today.

The team is near Biscoe, Arkansas.

AO’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Alfa Severino – 20.00 miles
2. Ryan Malecha – 15.05 miles
3. Eric McMillen – 13.44 miles

CROWE BARS – Day 9: 91.81 Miles (10th) – 7th overall

After a really nice weekend, the Crowe Bars took a rest day on Tuesday finishing 10th on the day. They dropped in the standings but are in good shape, in the thick of the field, as we move into Day 10.

The team is near Biscoe, Arkansas.

CB’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Steve Troxel – 20.41 miles
2. Marj Mitchell – 19.61 miles
3. Amy Hazlewood – 11.10 miles

TRIP 2 MY LOU – Day 9: 94.89 Miles (8th) – 8th overall

Once upon a time Marylou Corino said she was going to take it a bit easier on ‘The Return Voyage’ after a massive amount of miles on the initial journey. Instead she’s turned it up even more. She led her team once again today with 26.50 miles. She had help from Jeremy Kluttz (18.50) and Christy Brewer (15.00).

The team is near Wheatley, Arkansas.

LOU’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Marylou Corino – 26.50 miles
2. Jeremy Kluttz- 18.50 miles
3. Christy Brewer – 15.00 miles

KICKING GLASS – Day 9: 105.06 Miles (6th) – 9th overall

A 6th place day for Tiffani’s team. They were led today by Lisa Van Wolde with 23.10 miles.

The team is near Brownsville, Tennessee.

KG’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Lisa Van Wolde – 23.10 miles
2. Yvette Campos – 11.73 miles
3. Barry Reece – 10.27 miles

PEERS ONE- Day 9: 87.12 Miles (11th) – 10th overall

A devastating day for Peers One. They finished 11th on the day but that wasn’t the bad news. Thomas Fowler, their team leader in miles with 208.57 miles, is injured and likely out for the rest of the journey. He will be driving the team RV and in charge of making the grilled cheeses and milkshakes the rest of the way to Cali…barring a miracle.

Diane ‘Song of the South’ Taylor was big for the team making up some of Fowler’s slack today with 17.16 miles.

The team is near Jackson, Tennessee.

PR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Rich Peers – 17.72 miles
2. Diane Taylor – 17.16 miles
3. Wayne McComb – 13.98 miles

THE BEETROOTS – Day 9: 74.25 Miles (12th) – 11th overall

• The first oranges weren’t orange
• There is only one letter that doesn’t appear in any state name – Q
• Johnny Appleseed’s apples weren’t grown to be eaten. He grew them to be made into hard apple cider
• Octopuses lay 56,000 eggs at one time
• That tiny pocket in jeans was designed to hold pocket watches
• Avocados were named after testicles. The Nahuatl word āhuacatl means both “testicles” and “avocado”

The team is near Sugar Tree, Tennessee.

BR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Leslie Studtmann- 12.67 miles
2. Amy Costa – 10.34 miles
3. Lance McDermott – 10.02 miles

ELI’S P.R. ICE – Day 9: 92.72 Miles (9th) – 12th overall

A bounce day for Eli as they finished 9th on the day, a great day for the team that is currently in 12th place overall. They were led by Francesca Muccini with 24.32 miles. Melissa Price contributed 15.00, along with John Leighton’s 10.59.

The team is near Bucksnort, Tennessee.

ELI’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Francesca Muccini – 24.32 miles
2. Melissa Price – 15.00 miles
3. John Leighton – 10.59 miles

Daily Updates and Standing Archive

• Day 9: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Holiday Hangover Edition
• Day 8: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Memorial Day
• Day 7: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – We Are Superman
• Day 6: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Mad Miles
• Day 5: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Metcalvary Rising
• Day 4: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Whip It
• Day 3: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Story of Lazarus Beetroots
• Day 2: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Knight Rider Speeds Off
• Day 1: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run Takes Lead Out of NYC

 

Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA now has 5 days in the bag. Friday is always a low mileage day for most teams and runners before the weekend splurge. Of course this formula held true today with the exception of Rev ‘EPO’ Run that was wonderful once again. As far as the mortal teams, The Metcalvary made a strong charge with the most miles amongst the mortals. They are now knocking on the door of second place overall. The Grapes of Rath have really been humming along nicely the last two days as well.  All the numbers and highlights below.

The Top 6 Teams on Day 5

1. Rev Run – 176.89
2. The Metcalvary – 141.21
3. Grapes of Rath – 132.68
4. Tuck n’ Stroll – 122.60
5. Crowe Bars – 121.36

Link to the Google Map showing where each team is on it’s Race Across the USA

Race Across the USA Overall Standings (daily total)

1. Rev Run – 931.26 miles (176.89)
2. Mojo Rising – 693.32 miles (100.26)
3. The Metcalvary – 687.86 miles (141.21)
4. Grapes of Rath – 669.41 (132.68)
5. Crowe Bars – 652.90 miles (121.36) +1
6. Trip 2 My Lou – 649.26 miles (113.80) -1
7. Tuck ‘n Stroll – 627.64 miles (122.60)
8. Alfa’s Omegas – 574.21 miles (93.85)
9. Kicking Glass – 551.46 miles (97.83)
10. The Beetroots – 544.80 miles (106.17) +1
11. Peers One – 541.97 miles (98.20) -1
12. Eli’s PR Ice – 506.96 miles (96.96)

New York City to Santa Monica Pier Distance: 2,907.00 Miles

Elva Matamoros is the Race Across the USA’s Peak Performer of the day with 33.56 miles for the Grapes of Rath.

Top 10 Miles of the Day

1. Lisa Devona (REV) – 36.99
2. Elva Matamoros (GOR) – 33.56
3. Randy Broadway (MET) – 31.66
4. Steve Troxel (CB) – 31.50
5. Francesca Muccini (ELI) – 30.05
6. Ximena Kriete (TNS) – 29.05
7. Marylou Corino (LOU) – 25.00
8. Chris Clemens (GOR) – 24.30
9. Emily Ryan (REV) – 22.77
10. Alfa Severino (AO) – 22.60

The Day’s Quick Team-by-Team Recaps

REV RUN- Day 5: 176.89 Miles (1st) – 1st overall

Train kept a rollin’ all night long. Lisa Devona kept her Floridian hot streak going into Day 5 with 36.99 miles. Emily Ryan was strong with 22.77 miles and Steve Snyder landed on 21.15 without busting. Sherry Meador also cracked open a 20.07 today, which was also her 115,331 lifetime mile on Tennessee asphalt.

The team is currently in the Harpeth Hills of Tennessee after a quick stop for some Prince’s Nashville Hot Chicken. No word if team captain, Steve Kerr was able to talk Prince’s into a team discount.

RR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Lisa Devona – 36.99 miles
2. Emily Ryan – 22.77 miles
3. Steve Snyder – 21.15 miles

MOJO RISING- Day 5: 100.26 Miles (8th) – 2nd overall

Mojo falling fast after a strong start to the race. They were led by Lindsay Phenix’s 22.21 miles and hope to rise up out of the ashes tomorrow to a better result. JR Reynolds, always solid, put down 15.63 miles in the rain. The Skins remain in second place, but not by much, as The Metcalvary is charging towards them.

The team is currently in Learn, Pond, Tennessee.

MR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Lindsay Phenix – 22.21 miles
2. JR Reynolds – 15.63 miles
3. Joshua Holmes – 15.10 miles

THE METCALVARY – Day 5: 141.21 Miles (2nd) – 3rd overall

Everyone contributed today for The Mets, and behind ‘Rowdy’ Randy Broadway’s 31.66 miles they made up substantial ground on 2nd place. Today alone they gained 41 miles on Mojo. Andy Glaze added 21.25 miles and the race had a re-appearance from Heather ‘Double-Dime’ McComb with 20.43 miles. Kelly Tipple added 15.35. The Mets have all the momentum heading into Day 6.

The team is currently in Kodak, Tennessee

MET’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Randy Broadway – 31.66 miles
2. Andy Glaze – 21.25 miles
3. Heather McComb – 20.43 miles

GRAPES OF RATH – Day 5: 132.68 Miles (3rd) – 4th overall

GOR is on a mission. After a slow start they have found their groove. Today they were led by Elva Matamoros and her 33.56 miles. Tom Orr delivered 18.10 miles, and Chris Clemens covered 24.30 miles. Saturday could be very interesting for GOR. If they have a super strong day they could all the way to 2nd at the rate Mojo has fallen off the last two days.

The team is currently in Blue Hole Spring, Tennessee.

GOR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Elva Matamoros – 33.56 miles
2. Chris Clemens – 24.30 miles
3. Tom Orr – 18.10 miles

CROWE BARS – Day 5: 121.36 Miles (5th) – 5th overall

We are a couple days away from 50K’s being renamed to ’50 Troxel’s.’ Steve with a brilliant 31.50 miles once again for the Bars. Marj Mitchell, who has really shined this week contributed a massive 20.24 miles. Rookie-to-the-race Amy Hazlewood added 18.06 important miles to her team.

The team is currently in Mohawk, Tennessee.

CB’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Steve Troxel – 31.50 miles
2. Marj Mitchell – 20.24 miles
3. Amy Hazlewood – 18.06 miles

TRIP 2 MY LOU – Day 5: 113.80 Miles (6th) – 6th overall

Lou is now playing leap frog with the Crowe Bars, and Crowe did the leaping on Friday. Lou was led on Friday by team captain Marylou Corino’s 25.00 miles. Tennesseans Christy Brewer and Jeremy Kluttz almost 38 miles combined.

The team is currently in Lick Branch, Tennessee.

LOU’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Marylou Corino – 25.00 miles
2. Christy Brewer – 19.32 miles
3. Jeremy Kluttz – 18.51 miles

TUCK N’ STROLL – Day 5: 122.60 Miles (4th) – 7th overall

The women brought it for TNS on Friday behind Ximena Kriete (29.05 miles), Jess Britt (16.01), and Donna Bullington (15.01). They had a 4th place finish on the day with everyone contributing to the cause. Tuck has put together a strong 3-day run.

They are currently in Jearoldstown, Tennessee.

TNS’s Top Performers of the Day.

1. Ximena Kriete – 29.05 miles
2. Jess Britt – 16.01 miles
3. Donna Bullington – 15.01 miles

ALFA’S OMEGAS – Day 5: 93.85 Miles (12th) – 8th overall

Team captain Alfa Severino sets the example for this team every day, and she did again today with 22.60 miles. She had solid contributions from Kelly Paul (13.56 miles) and Houston Wolf (12.59). However, the team opted to be the Omegas for the day.

The team is currently in first place of the teams not in Tennessee. Their current location is Meadowview, Virginia.

AO’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Alfa Severino – 22.60 miles
2. Kelly Paul – 13.56 miles
3. Houston Wolf – 12.59 miles

KICKING GLASS – Day 5: 97.83 Miles (10th) – 9th overall

For both of our cross country races, Tiffani Glass has given it her all for both her teams the entire way. She was great once again with 21.13 miles today. Lisa ‘No Photo Available’ Van Wolde was a steady sidekick with 15.20 miles. Barry ‘Rocketman’ Reece added 15 as well.

The team is currently in Goodpasture Hollow, Virginia.

KG’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Tiffani Glass – 21.13 miles
2. Lisa Van Wolde – 15.20 miles
3. Barry Reece – 15.12 miles

THE BEETROOTS – Day 5: 106.17 Miles (7th) – 10th overall

The Roots after an early week ‘beetdown’ have responded in an inspirational way. Today they were led by Brenda Cross with 20.91 miles. Amy Costa broke 20 with 20.09, and Glenn Richardson contributed a half marathon’s worth. The Roots jumped up a spot in passing Peers One.

The team is currently in Atkins, Virginia.

BR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Brenda Cross – 20.91 miles
2. Amy Costa – 20.09 miles
3. Glenn Richardson- 13.15 miles

PEERS ONE- Day 5: 98.20 Miles (9th) – 11th overall

The other McComb, Wayne McComb, broke out his old Louisville Slugger from deep in his closet to lay down 17.59 miles. Las Vegas native Karla Kent assisted the team with 17.30 miles, and team captain Rich Peers was good for 16.04 miles.

The team is currently in Retreat, Virginia. (no jokes please!)

PR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Wayne McComb – 17.59 miles
2. Karla Kent – 17.30 miles
3. Rich Peers – 16.04 miles

ELI’S P.R. ICE – Day 5: 96.96 Miles (11th) – 12th overall

In ancient Greek lore double-96’s are good luck. This could be a good sign for PR Ice heading into the weekend. They might be in the rear, but they did have the 11th most miles on the day. Francesca Muccini led the team with 30.05 miles. Team captain Melissa Price laid down her 15-spot, and Brittany Aussieker had 12.67.

The team is currently in Last, Place.

ELI’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Francesca Muccini – 30.05 miles
2. Melissa Price – 15.00 miles
3. Brittany Aussieker – 12.67 miles

Daily Updates and Standing Archive

• Day 5: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Metcalvary Rising
• Day 4: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Whip It
• Day 3: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Story of Lazarus Beetroots
• Day 2: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Knight Rider Speeds Off
• Day 1: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run Takes Lead Out of NYC

 

The Beetroots went from worst to first on Day 3 of Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA. The team flipped the table with a race leading 176.51 miles for Wednesday after an abysmal, last place total of 67.55 the day before. The big day helped them jump from 12th place to 9th overall.

The top 3 teams remain in tact, but the nine below them have been reshuffled. The overall race miles for the league increased for the third consecutive day.

The Top 5 Teams on Day 3

1. The Beetroots – 176.51
2. Rev Run – 175.53
3. The Metcalvary – 167.40
4. Mojo Rising – 164.08
5. Trip 2 My Lou – 137.42

Link to the Google Map showing where each team is on it’s Race Across the USA

Race Across the USA Overall Standings (daily total)

1. Rev Run – 557.19 miles (175.53)
2. Mojo Rising – 459.97 miles (164.08)
3. The Metcalvary – 440.24 miles (167.40)
4. Trip 2 My Lou – 388.98 miles (137.42) +2
5. Crowe Bars – 387.69 miles (121.96) -1
6. Grapes of Rath – 373.80 miles (135.05) +1
7. Kicking Glass – 368.41 miles (121.93) -2
8. Tuck ‘n Stroll – 351.77 miles (135.22) +1
9. The Beetroots – 346.01 miles (176.51) +3
10. Alfa’s Omegas – 332.30 miles (111.21) -2
11. Peers One – 318.10 miles (107.47)
12. Eli’s PR Ice – 313.87 miles (112.89) -1

New York City to Santa Monica Pier Distance: 2,907.00 Miles

Marylou Corino is the Race Across the USA Peak Performer of the day with a smooth 40.00 miles for Trip 2 My Lou.

Top 10 Miles of the Day

1. Marylou Corino (LOU) – 40.00
2. Lisa Devona (REV) – 38.21
3. Ximena Kriete (TNS) – 32.13
4. Thomas Fowler (ONE) – 32.12
5. JR Reynolds (MR) – 31.12
6. Steve Troxel (CB) – 31.12
7. Francesca Muccini (ELI) – 30.13
8. Chris Clemens (GOR) – 30.04
9. Carrie O’Bryan (BR) – 29.56
10. Lisa Van Wolde (KG) – 25.20

The Day’s Quick Team-by-Team Recaps

REV RUN- Day 3: 175.53 Miles (2nd) – 1st overall

Another superb day from Rev Run and just a mile below The Beetroots explosion. Rev was able to pad it’s lead over all the other teams in the competition. They were led once again by the great Lisa Devona with 38.21 miles. Team Captain David Pharr (24.11 miles) and Ed ‘The Jester’ Ettinghausen (24.35) really solidified the Rev’s for a third consecutive day.

The team had dinner at the Dip Dog Stand (website) in Marion, Virginia where Captain Pharr was able to procure a discount of 75% off if they’d in return bread and fry their own corndogs, along with posing for a team photo with owners. The team was in good spirits after the fair-like food and stories from their successful day on the road. Pharr was vocal in the captain’s meeting telling the other teams to stop by Dip Dog as well and to tell owner Pam Hall he sent them. He also added to be sure to sign DD’s guest book.

RR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Lisa Devona – 38.21 miles
2. Ed Ettinghausen – 24.35
3. David Pharr – 24.11

MOJO RISING- Day 3: 164.08 Miles (4th) – 2nd overall

After Kit Brazier’s 60% drop-off in production today compared to yesterday, Mojo held a team meeting to try to decide her fate on the team moving forward.

Seriously, she delivered once again with 24.49 miles and has 106.35 miles over the first three days of the race, more than any other runner.

Mojo was led today by a strong performance from JR Reynolds with 31.12 miles. Former college cross-country star Audrey Davis had her biggest day of the race with 24.82 miles.

MR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. JR Reynolds – 31.12 miles
2. Audrey Davis – 24.82 miles
3. Kit Brazier – 24.49 miles

THE METCALVARY – Day 3: 167.40 Miles (3rd) – 3rd overall

The Met’s biggest strength so far seems to be it’s consistency and daily contributions from everyone on the team. They were led once again by Andy Glaze with 23.32 miles. Downtown Randy Broadway must have been wearing his UNC baby blue shorts, under his running shorts, as he recorded a smooth 23.00 miles. Erik Pascual doubled his mileage from yesterday with 22.21 miles.

The Mets are currently in Fincastle, Virginia getting a night of sleep at the Bethel Ridge Assisted Living Center where team captain Jen Metcalf had a connection from her work back home in the same industry. A security guard at the center did catch Randy Marks ‘sneaking’ chocolate milk out of the cafeteria refrigerator around 2am. (Jen’s connection isn’t that good, Randy).

MET’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Andrew Glaze – 23.32 miles
2. Randy Broadway – 23.00 miles
3. Erik Pascual – 22.21 miles

TRIP 2 MY LOU – Day 3: 137.42 Miles (5th) – 4th overall

The Lou’s were led by captain Marylou Corino 40.00 miles (~ 178 kilometers). She had everyone show up for work today, and it was huge as it moved the team all the way up to 4th place from 6th.

Mare had help from the 17-club consisting of Laura Eriks (17.36 miles) and Christy Brewer (17.12). Jeremy Kluttz just missed initiation with 16.01.

After Mare’s team never surfaced above last place in our initial voyage across the states, she’s not used to the phenomena of teams being in front and behind her…but that’s the novelty she is currently trying to adjust to. She’s almost like an owl with this current swiveling neck action she’s unlocked.

LOU’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Marylou Corino – 40.00 miles
2. Laura Eriks – 17.36 miles
3. Christy Brewer – 17.12 miles

CROWE BARS – Day 3: 121.96 Miles (8th) – 5th overall

The Crowe Bars dropped from 4th to 5th place after recording the 8th most miles on the day. They had a couple mates not run, and that fact with the midsection of this race being tighter than Billy Blank’s abs it made the difference.

Steve Troxel, whom captain Seth Crowe winds up and the start of the day and let’s wander down the highway, knocked out another 31+ mile day. Crowe added 20.76 miles and was joined by South African native Marj Mitchell with 20.19 miles.

CB is on Lou’s heels. Matthew McConaughey’s younger brother has pissed over objects further away than Lou’s team van currently sits from the CB’s.

CB’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Steve Troxel – 31.12 miles
2. Seth Crowe – 20.76 miles
3. Marj Mitchell – 20.19 miles

GRAPES OF RATH – Day 3: 135.05 Miles (7th) – 6th overall

GOR lives by the four absolutes in life: Death, Taxes, Chris Clemens, and Tom Orr. Clemens did Clemens things with 30.04 miles. Orr made it look easy, as he has so many days over the past month with 21.26 miles. Lisamarie Griffin rounded out GOR’s top 3 with 19.04.

The Grapes are stationed at the Augusta Woods Manufactured Home Park. Now, I am just the balladeer, but how many people had Staunton, Virginia down in their pool for the most likely place in America for a trailer park to be so modernly and sensitively named a manufactured home park? It does make it a lot more difficult to call someone, “manufactured home park trash!”

GOR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Chris Clemens – 30.04 miles
2. Tom Orr – 21.26 miles
3. Lisamarie Griffin- 19.04 miles

KICKING GLASS – Day 3: 121.93 Miles (9th) – 7th overall

Yesterday would have been Malcolm X’s 95th birthday, but it was today that KG captain Tiffani Glass told David Pharr, “Enjoy your lead while it lasts because soon Chick-fil A chicken biscuits are going to be coming home to roost.”

Glass and Lisa Van Wolde combined for 50 miles, but the team as a whole had a down day as the miles simply weren’t there as a collective unit. Joan Lamayo-Buse added 15.07 miles.

KG’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Lisa Van Wolde – 25.20 miles
2. Tiffani Glass – 24.83 miles
3. Joan Lamayo-Buse – 15.07 miles

TUCK N’ STROLL – Day 3: 135.22 Miles (6th) – 8th overall

TNS was once again Dyna-Kriete as Ximena Kriete ran 32.13 miles (87.29 over the last 3 days). Rend Fosdal-Griffin added 18.33 and Donna Bullington was solid with 18.04 miles.

The team is currently at Funky’s Skate Center in Harrisonburg, Virginia. They moved up a spot in the overall standings.

TNS’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Ximena Kriete – 32.13 miles
2. Rene Fosdal-Griffin – 18.33 miles
3. Donna Bullington – 18.04 miles

THE BEETROOTS – Day 3: 176.51 Miles (1st) – 9th overall

The story of the day for sure belonged to The Beetroots as they bounced back from a horrific Day 2 to finish 1st place in miles for Day 3. They finished the day wit 176.51 miles. A total of 110 miles over yesterday’s output. They improved three spots in the overall standings.

Today they had several huge performances. The largest coming from Carrie O’Bryan with 29.56 miles. Badwater vet Amy Costa added 25.01 miles. Stewart ‘Lone Star’ Crouch added 25.00 as well.

Team captain Lance McDermott went over 20, too. Whatever he told his team after yesterday, he should bottle up and sell on QVC or TBN.

BR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Carrie O’Bryan – 29.56 miles
2. Amy Costa – 25.01 miles
3. Stewart Crouch – 25.00 miles

ALFA’S OMEGAS – Day 3: 111.21 Miles (11th) – 10th overall

The Alfa’s were a bit off today but still got 20.13 miles from captain Alfa Severino. Kelly Paul added 15.46 and Ryan Malecha donated a half marathon to the cause.

The team is currently in New Market, Virginia.

AO’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Alfa Severino – 20.13 miles
2. Kelly Paul – 15.46 miles
3. Ryan Malecha – 13.11 miles

PEERS ONE- Day 3: 107.47 Miles (12th) – 11th overall

PO was more boy than box today, but Thomas Fowler still showed up, Danzig blasting, as he ran 32.12 miles. It’s the third consecutive day of 30+ miles for Thomas.

Team captain Rich Peers accumulated 16.30 miles. Diane ‘Song of the South’ Taylor clocked in with 12.07 miles. Wayne McComb made his presence known with 11.57 miles.

PR’s Top Performers of the Day

1. Thomas Fowler – 32.12 miles
2. Rich Peers – 16.30 miles
3. Diane Taylor – 12.07 miles

ELI’S P.R. ICE – Day 3: 112.89 Miles (10th) – 12th overall

The Virginia heat and P.R. Ice didn’t get along today. Francesca Muccini led the team with 30.13 miles. Melissa Price (15.00) and Ed Barnette (12.54) made solid contributions as well. The team fell to 12th place, but the race standings are very fluid and will be changing day-to-day.

The team is currently in Woodstock, Virginia.

ELI’S Top Performers of the Day

1. Francesca Muccini – 30.13 miles
2. Melissa Price – 15.00 miles
3. Ed Barnette – 12.54 miles

Daily Updates and Standing Archive

• Day 3: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – The Story of Lazarus Beetroots
• Day 2: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Knight Rider Speeds Off
• Day 1: Run It Fast’s Race Across the USA – Rev Run Takes Lead Out of NYC

 

Trail of Fears Race Report by 2nd place finisher Steve Troxel

To put this report in perspective, you ought to know a few things about me.

I’m 58 years old with 10 grandkids.
I’m relatively new to running – been consistent for about 6 years.
I’m very new to this ultra world – first ultra distance was 50 miles at RUTS last year.

I ran TOF last year and made it 10 loops for an 8th place finish. This year I knew I was in better condition and said I would be absolutely thrilled to make it to the final 5 or 6. I have such great respect for the group that showed up for this race.

The intriguing thing about ultra events is that you really don’t know how your body will respond. There are so many variables with nutrition, gut, and muscle fatigue/strain that it’s difficult, if not impossible to accurately predict a specific outcome – too many things can go wrong, and they usually do.

My plan from the beginning was to run super easy and meet new people. The first several loops were great as I talked a bunch and was usually one of the last to finish the loop. By loops four and five I noticed my quads were a lot more tired than they ought to be. This was not a good sign. I had just run a PR marathon (3:17:01) at St. Jude two weeks earlier and figured I wasn’t fully recovered. I kept with the plan and the loops just kept clicking off.

On loops eight and nine, I had to run a little faster so I could change into my tights and different socks. This transition went well and I felt prepared as darkness approached. Loop 10 we had 13 runners and this was the first loop we had to switch on our headlamps. By the start of loop 11 we were down to 7 runners, and as we took the picture to start the loop I actually teared up. As I looked at the group I was on the line with, I just felt so incredibly blessed.

Now a side bar. One of the issues with getting a little older is with night vision. My vision becomes more and more blurry as the lights begin to fade. I knew this was going to be a problem so I ordered a new headlamp and some handheld flashlights. Loop 11 was great! I felt I could see as well as in the daylight. But on loop 12 my lights began to dim. What the heck!!? The rest of the loops became a lighting headache.

No one dropped on loop 11. On loop 12, I ended up behind Francesca Muccini and we power walked much of the second half of the course. This is actually not a bad strategy. Francesca is a fast walker and, if you stay focused, you can almost walk as fast as you can run over much of the course. Plus, walking behind allowed me to get some help from her headlamp.

I changed batteries after loop 12 and thought I was good. All 7 runners started loop 13 and I, once again, fell in behind Francesca. However, she was doing a lot of power walking at the beginning of this loop and I started to get concerned. By the halfway point, I felt we were too far behind to continue this strategy so I said I had to press ahead. Francesca just missed the cutoff for loop 13. That left 6 for the start of loop 14.

No one dropped on loop 14 but my headlamp problems continued. The lamp/flashlight combination would work for a short time and then begin to dim. As the lights dimmed, I became tentative in my steps and fell hard on both the 14th and 15th loop.

All 6 runners started the 15th loop and I started behind Randy Broadway. When we came out of the first side branch, he stopped and said he was done. I gave him a big hug – I really like and respect Randy – and continued. I really just kept plodding along. My legs felt good and I wasn’t having any major stomach issues. I still have a ways to go with proper eating in these longer races but at least I wasn’t completely falling apart. But as I already said, my lighting was not good and I fell hard. Marylou sprinted in with just 1 second left on the clock and Stewart Crouch said he was done. That left 4 runners to start loop 16.

Loop 16 was exciting since it was going to set a course record. I continued to fight my headlamp issue. I found that if I turned it off for a while and just used the flashlight I could then turn it back on for a while. This was working but it was draining me mentally. After completing the 16th loop, I asked if anyone had a headlamp I could borrow.  William Pinson let me borrow Megan‘s. This allowed me to step to the line on the 17th loop. I was surprised that Marylou decided to drop. Three of us started loop 17.

Though the borrowed headlamp helped, I really needed something brighter. I was able to run but had to keep telling myself, “Get ready to fall, get ready to fall.” Midway through this loop I decided this was no longer safe. I felt ok, but just knew I was going to get hurt. Again, this is more a mental struggle than anything, and I was getting mentally worn out. I decided I was going to line up for loop 18 but if Joshua Holmes started running I was going to stop.

All three of us lined up for loop 18. Josh said go, I took several steps and, to my surprise, Josh stayed on the line and said, “Have a good run.” I quickly ran up to Whit Guthrie and let him know Josh was not continuing. I said that if he would help guide me with his headlamp we could call this the last lap and he would win. Turns out, he was very ready to be done and was glad for the plan. We made it through the loop without incident and Whit is a true champion!

In my limited experience, I have found that competing at the ultra level is both physical and mental. I was definitely prepared physically and would not change anything in my training. Mentally, I learned a bunch, as we probably do in every race we run. I will NEVER be in this situation with lighting again – this is an easy problem to fix. The mental lessons are something I will take with me into my next bunch of races, including 2019 TOF, and will make me stronger.

My parting note to older runners: You can do more than you think is possible!

My parting note to all runners: I lost my mom to cancer when she was 43 and then lost by baby sister to cancer when she was 43. NEVER forget that what we do is a wonderful gift. Be determined to truly live each day we are given!!

– Steve Troxel (2nd place finisher of the 2017 Trail of Fears)
December 16, 2017