Brazos Bend: Blisters, Multiple Seasons, Alligators. Oh, and a DNF With a Purpose

Brazos Bend: Blisters, Multiple Seasons, Alligators. Oh, and a DNF With a Purpose

I went into the Brazos Bend 50-miler on Saturday with the best of intentions. I wanted to finish, I had my mind right and had more or less dealt with a cranky left hip flexor a few days before.

Well, I rode out the lows, which helped.

The hip was achy, which didn't.

The thing that I almost never get was blisters. Under my toenails and feet. I decided to drop.

Yes, I know this is my third DNF in a row, but this one had a purpose.

I realized I have a great, quickish hiking pace and my mental game was on.

My nutrition was spotty. But, at Snowdrop, I know this will be OK.

I am confident that I am ready to tackle my hundo. No looking back.

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