Ran one of my hardest races last weekend at Jones Gap State Park. I've been doing a good bit of hill and trail work but this was pretty brutal for a lowcountry guy. Ended up being about 3,000' of elevation gain divided between two steep climbs. First climb was up Little Pinnacle Mountain then up to Rainbow Falls around mile 8. There were some amazing views but i wasnt there to sightsee. I honestly thought i was off course for a few miles due to some sketchy trails but was relieved to finally see an arrow/sign around the 5 mile mark. I finally saw the leader when we crossed paths near the turnaround at Rainbow Falls. I tried like hell to catch him on the downhill but he was a superior athlete. All in all a fun time and a unique experience for me. Screenshot_20220917-140537_Strava.jpg
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