SWEET H2O 50K

I came into the race just hoping to enjoy the day and not take it too seriously.  I wanted a good training run to prepare for the upcoming Cruel Jewel 100.  The weather was absolutely gorgeous!  I met my brother and friend Ryan down there and so it began.  We started out quick and I had told my brother that I just planned on hanging with him.  We were going faster than I wanted but I just hung in there with my brother.  The course started pretty flat with some short ups and downs.  By mile 10 it started to spread out and we were able to get into a rhythm.  We began passing a good amount of people and I felt great.  We hit the gas lines(really the only major climbs) and had a good couple miles of walk/run.  We hit the TOP OF THE WORLD and headed down to the river crossing.  The river was high and cold but felt great.  After a short loop, we made our way back across the river and back out for the final loop.  Again, we made great time in the lower sections and hit the gas lines.  We made our way back to the top and then pushed our way back to the finish line.  Ended up breaking 6hrs(5:52) and coming in 21st out of 197.  I was happy.  Most importantly, I felt fresh.  This helped to show me that I have a good base for the upcoming Cruel Jewel!  Great Race with amazing volunteers!