Nick "StormTrooper" Bautista - McNaughton 500 Mile Race Report

dreamfinder

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JillC LI said:
Hey Joel, do you know how long his first few loops took? I wonder if he's keeping a steady pace throughout.
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joel_maxwell said:
I dont have the first few days of loop pace, but its been about 50 a day assuming he gets 350 by dinner time. He is right on schedule. Id like to see him at least 1 or 2 loops ahead, so those last few arent a buzzer beater.... but maybe he wants to make a dramatic ending. LOL... naaah, he just wants to finish I bet
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Working off the first board pic, looks like 2:13, 2:32, 3:04, 3:32, 3:26 were his first 5 loop times. The other board pics are a little tough for me to read the numbers. Maybe one of the facebook guys or someone has access to better copies and can do the math.

But I'm thinking he is close to or just over 400 now?
 
dreamfinder

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fmingo36 said:
Here's the latest from Mrs. Machine posted by Mrs. Machine at 7:45AM:

"All right everybody, today/tonight is the big push for Nick Storm Trooper Bautista! He has completed 370 and is on his way to 380. The plan is in place and its achievable...thanks TAC! Stay tuned, I will post when I hear more. 380 here we come! With Josh Dennis, John Dennis, NJshore Run, Irene Karakoglou-Hale, Jeff Seymour"
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Sounds like took a few hours to sleep last night then? Since he was on 370 at 10 PM. Can't blame him at all.
 
joel_maxwell

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All I can say is WOW!!!!! I just saw this thread and read all the way through. This is such an incredible accomplishment (500 miles or not) and must be quite a journey. Congrats to Nick for setting out on this quest and kicking its a$$. Hope the heat is not as bad up in the VT mountains, as it is hot and heavy here in Boston. Stay positive Nick, we're all pulling for you!
 
JillC LI

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Is it just me or have these numbers become so unfathomable that I almost can't process the difference between 200 miles, 300 miles, 380 miles? They all blow my mind.

From snow and rain the first few days to heat and humidity the last few days, Mother Nature is giving Nick all she's got. It's a nail biter for sure, but my money's on Nick.
 
Kristia

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JillC LI said:
Is it just me or have these numbers become so unfathomable that I almost can't process the difference between 200 miles, 300 miles, 380 miles? They all blow my mind.

From snow and rain the first few days to heat and humidity the last few days, Mother Nature is giving Nick all she's got. It's a nail biter for sure, but my money's on Nick.
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Last I saw he was at 395. Only a 100 miles to go! ONLY.... I can't even imagine running that far let alone 400 before. AMAZING!!
 
joel_maxwell

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JillC LI said:
Is it just me or have these numbers become so unfathomable that I almost can't process the difference between 200 miles, 300 miles, 380 miles? They all blow my mind.

From snow and rain the first few days to heat and humidity the last few days, Mother Nature is giving Nick all she's got. It's a nail biter for sure, but my money's on Nick.
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Yes, hard to comprehend and truly appreciate the hard work for so many months to get here. I agree and have the same thoughts as Nick about commitment. We cant stand when people make excuses about why they cant do something. You either do or dont do it. No excuses.
Kristia said:
Last I saw he was at 395. Only a 100 miles to go! ONLY.... I can't even imagine running that far let alone 400 before. AMAZING!!
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I bet he can taste it.... but stay focused Nick. 100 miles in 2 days. You got this!
 
joel_maxwell

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Friday May 31th 9:40pm EST
Facebook via Marge Ascari: The Ultra running community is so unbelievable!! Nick Storm Trooper Bautista is heading towards 380 miles in his 500 mile race. 2 other 500 mile runners who dropped from the race have joined in to help Nick. Willy (who finished the race last year) dropped from his race but then came in to pace Nick!! Now Michelle has dropped to 400 and told her boyfriend and friend to pace Nick instead!!! These people have been on the move since last Thursday! This is how we get sucked into ultra running. We form these incredible bonds with people we barely know and we have each others backs. I can't think of any other sport where the athletes come together and support each other like this. It's just so unbelievably awesome!!


Friday May 31th 10:40pm EST
Facebook via Alison:
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Friday May 31th 12:40pm EST
Facebook via Alison: Nick Storm Trooper Bautista has passed 380....fixed his feet and headed back out. 2 pacers at all times now...anyone interested? haha! Today's goal is looking promising! With Josh Dennis, NJshore Run, Irene Karakoglou-Hale, Jeff Seymour, Mark Leuner.


(I missed this photo Monday)

Monday May 27th 4:30pm EST
Facebook via Peak Races:
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Mr mom

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Last update I saw he was after heading out to complete lap 40, 390 done. the heat was killing him but they were hoping the night would bring cooler temps and he would kill it.
 
bethram

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I am so impressed! It seems like Nick is picking up the pace, which is insane given the length of time he's been doing this and how far he's gone.

Go Nick!!!!!!!
 
joel_maxwell

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SURPRISE! Dear God it has been hard keeping this secret. Coryna (fmingo) drove and picked up Alison (Mrs Storm Trooper) and they drove up to surprise Nick. They made it in time for his 400 mark. See below.

Friday May 31th 8:23pm EST
Facebook via Alison: Surprise! I have traveled to VT to surprise Nick Storm Trooper Bautista as he arrived from his 400 miles! He is out at 7:45 for mile 410...we are 90 miles away from the finish!!! With Coryna Letters Barberis, Josh Dennis, John Dennis, Irene Karakoglou-Hale, NJshore Run

(This BMF is on mile 400, Looks humbled with the surprise.... and ready to finish strong. This is just my guess)
Friday May 31th 7:50pm EST
Texted Picture via Coryna:
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