Would most forum members be more accepting of him if he hiked the AT first???
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I think most forum members have always "accepted" him.Originally Posted by tolowo80
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Gotcha.. thanks Chin..
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http://karlmeltzer.com/2014/04/one-m...n-for-mankind/
So looks like after July 19 some time. I start SOBO July 12 at a more sedate pace - he'll pass me well before I get out of Maine...
At least he knows what he's getting into this time.
I wish him well.
It'll be fun following his run again.
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Massanutten Mt. Trails 100 Miler
1 Karl Meltzer 46 M Sandy, UT 18:40:23
Looks like our boy Karl wins his 36th 100 miler and in the process has his AT legs ready to attempt another go at the record. Good luck Karl.
If he can maintain that speed on the AT then he has a shot at sub 17 day finish. I predict he won't get that though, the Whites will slow him down a bit.
Malto - If things go well for him on the AT, how many days you think he is capable of carving off the record? What is the best possible in your opinion ?
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his success will depend on how good his support team performs. they must be willing to hike in to spots to set up a camp then hike out the next morning. early
Like Napoleon said, an army can only move as fast as its supply wagon.
The road to glory cannot be followed with much baggage.
Richard Ewell, CSA General
I think it would be a shave not a carve, if he does break the record. (Jen set the bar pretty high.) Karl certainly goes into this with an impressive background but I believe Jens record is very close the theoretical maximum. I believe the unsupported record however, still has some some daylight between the record and theoretical maximum.
Hey, my sister lives in Sandy!
I agree with Malto on the unsupported record. I think 42-43mpd unsupported is attainable.
Ryan
karl has the talent to break the record but does his support crew have the talent?
I guess it depends if they are the same people from last time.
They learned a lot too I believe.
If it's a new and inexperienced crew for the AT, then there will most likely be problems.
Looking forward to following the attempt.
Is there a blog or website?
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"It's fun to have fun, but you have to know how." ---Dr. Seuss
"In other big news. I am now making a formal mention that I’ll be headed back to Mt. Kathadin in Maine for another run at the AT record. I”m sure I’ll get some negative response, but keep in mind…this is all about being on that amazing trail, moving quickly and efficiently, and giving it all the respect I can possibly give it. If I fail, or fall behind a potential record, I am jumping in our vehicle and coming home. I won’t complete it this time if the record can’t go down. There will be no blog, no circus, and no listening to people tell me that hikers are faster than runners. Or visa versa….there is no difference, one person just moves a bit quicker and takes more risks."- Karl Meltzer
Good luck Karl!
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Looks like 10 days out or so from a start- does anyone know where/how/if he'll be posting updates?
I didn't see anything on his site, but that is probably the best bet I would imagine. If anyone has any better info please share.
Best of luck to Karl.
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