by Tara Jordan
Welcome to Facing Vert...both on trails and in life. So, what is vert? For all of those in the trail running community, it is short for Vertical Elevation Gain. Basically, it is climbing a mountain, and we have all faced mountains in our lives. This 'vert' may be an upcoming race, or simply getting up the courage to start training for a 5k. Or, this mountain is an obstacle, a burden, a fear that you just want to claw your way up and conquer. These are conversations you will hear about, and I hope they will inspire you to do the impossible and face the impossible with greater hope.
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April 10, 2025
<p>It's finally out! Brandon Thrower and Carrie Baris (co-race directors) sat down with me to go through all of the details of the new course for the Hellbender 100 coming up on May 9-10, 2025. After Hurricane Helene, so many of our beautiful trails were destroyed by falling trees and landslides. Through the hard work of so many, trails have been opening up, but it is going be quite a while before we can access Mt. Mitchell and many parts of the Blue Ridge Parkway. BUT, thankfully Hellbender can still happen, and Brandon and Carrie have worked so hard and giving everyone the best course possible for not only the runners, but their crew. Listen as they describe the course in detail, required gear, aid stations, crew and pacer information, and more. Thank you to all involved in bringing this race to fruition . It is going to be an epic weekend for all! </p><p><br></p><p>Hellbender 100: <a href="https://www.hellbender100.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.hellbender100.com</a></p><p>NC Mountain Trail Runners: <a href="https://ncmtr.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"> https://ncmtr.org</a></p><p>Camp Grier: <a href="https://www.campgrier.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.campgrier.org</a></p><p>G5 Trail Collective: <a href="https://www.g5trailcollective.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.g5trailcollective.org</a></p><p>Tanawha Adventures: <a href="https://www.tanawhaadventures.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.tanawhaadventures.com</a></p><p>Hellbender 100 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hellbender100miler/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/hellbender100miler/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Hellbender 100 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hellbender100miler/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/hellbender100miler/</a></p><p>Tanawha Adventures Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tanawha_adventures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/tanawha_adventures/</a></p><p>Facing Vert's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/facingvert/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/facingvert/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening!</p>
March 29, 2025
<p>I really don't like talking...that is why I ask the questions! BUT, on this episode it is just me rambling about my experience at the Mt. Mitchell Heartbreaker 50M this past Saturday, March 22nd. First of all, the weather was absolutely perfect...chilly in the morning and rising to around 68 or so in the afternoon. Clear, sunny and beautiful. I know Brandon (race director) was so happy to finally get a forecast like this for a race! I tried to go into this race with zero expectations and simply enjoy the day (and pain...). This was also my birthday run, as I had turned 47 just the day before, so that made this one super special to me. Listen as I describe as many details as possible for you about my journey through the mountains. Ultimately, I ended up 3rd lady and 12th overall, and I could not have been happier with the result. This race was definitely challenging and the legs were hurting, but the views, aid stations, friends and family lifted my spirits...all that I would want for a day in the woods. Congratulations to all who tackled the 55K or the 50M and survived. I am honored to share the trails with you. Thank you for listening! </p><p>Mt. Mitchell Heartbreaker website: <a href="https://www.tanawhaadventures.com/mountmitchellheartbreaker" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.tanawhaadventures.com/mountmitchellheartbreaker</a></p><p>Facing Vert Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/facingvert/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.instagram.com/facingvert/</a></p><p>Tanawha Adventures Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tanawha_adventures/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/tanawha_adventures/</a></p><p><br /></p>
March 15, 2025
<p>Now this was a fun interview...two friends that met through running, now crew one another, race together and train together when they can. Both Tim Nooney and Miller Groome decided to run the Black Canyon 100k this past February, and I wanted to hear from both of them about their journey through this race. It was so great to hear that they were able to share several of the miles together on the trails of Arizona, while also entertaining all around them with their banter. :) But, as the day unfolded their race took very different turns. We talk training, gear, every detail of race day, problem solving, lessons learned, and more. Congratulations to Tim for taking 16th male in an incredibly tough field. Thank you, Tim and Miller for your awesomeness. You guys are the best. </p><p>I hope you enjoy! </p><p><br></p><p>Black Canyon Ultras: <a href="https://aravaiparunning.com/network/blackcanyon/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://aravaiparunning.com/network/blackcanyon/</a></p><p>Tim's Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/timnooney/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.instagram.com/timnooney/</a></p><p>Miller's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/millergroome/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/millergroome/</a></p><p>Tim's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.lasportiva.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">La Sportiva </a>, <a href="https://www.precisionnutrition.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Precision Nutrition</a></p><p>Want to check out past episodes with these guys? Listen to Episode 014, 018 and 034!</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for listening!</p>
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