At 5 AM the race started. Here we're on the Appalachian Trail 1 hour and 37 minutes into the run. This part I walk a lot because I'm not sure what to expect.

My first 50 Mile Endurance Race: the JFK 50.

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jakob > On Friday, November 18, 2005 my family and I went ot the Comfort Suites to pick up my race bib. A big sign welcomed us to the race.

jakob > The pre-race meeting held on race morning in the Boonsboro High School Gymnasium at 4:20am for us using the 5:00am start (instead of the 6 AM).

jakob > While walking to the starting line Boonboro officially welcomed us too.

jakob > At 5 AM the race started. Here we're on the Appalachian Trail 1 hour and 37 minutes into the run. This part I walk a lot because I'm not sure what to expect.

jakob > Still on the Appalachian Trail 1 hour 48 minutes into the run.

jakob > Sunrise at 7:01 AM. While taking this picture another female runner was watching me and surely hitting a root and falling over. I felt really bad and she emailed me afterwards telling me that it wasn't my fault.

jakob > Still walking a lot enjoying the beginning of the day.

jakob > The floor was really soft making it very easy for the legs and knees. However, one had to watch out for hidden stones and roots.

jakob > It was rather a bit cold and that's why the heavy clothing.

At 5 AM the race started. Here we're on the Appalachian Trail 1 hour and 37 minutes into the run. This part I walk a lot because I'm not sure what to expect.

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