Monthly Archive: July 2016

Black Magic Mountain “Aid” Station photos from Herman Kwong

The runners encountered witches and warlords at the Black Magic Mountain “Aid” station.  They witnessed these witches and warlords displayed their spells and magic so ferociously, even the sky cried with heavy tears.  Their elixers, which were bubbling with white smoke, gave the super power of descent to each runner.   Runners, who downed their potions, arrived...

Race day photos and video from Start line from Salvador Miranda

“The Year of the Squall” was coined by Kelsy Trigg, Race Director.   10+ photographers roamed the race course today.  They experienced challenges with torrential rain, lighting conditions, mosquitos and keeping their camera dry.   A few photographers took photos in 2 or more stations and experienced the variety of weather patterns along the North...

July 7, 2016 – Race check-in and briefing photos by Salvador Miranda

Weather forecast:  Cool and wet.   Trail conditions:  Muddy.   Follow pink with black strip trail marker tape and BP trailer marker.  For first time runners up Black Mountain, it does end. Be nice to volunteers. Hydrate and get food at every aid station.  Bring some layers for the ‘picnic in the park’.  Bring your friends...