100k Dino Valley Run
The race is held at the beautiful Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose, Texas. This course has rolling and sustained ascents and descents that take you through varied terrain. There are amazing overlooks on this course where you can see for miles.
Why Geese?
We believe running should be fun. You can go FAST alone but FAR together, hence the gaggle of geeze.
Dinosaur Valley Endurance Run
November 23, 2024
100k
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Glen Rose, Texas
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FAQs
Quick Answers for Your Running Queries at Goose Juice
What is the role of a pacer in an ultramarathon?
A pacer provides physical and emotional support to the runner, ensuring they stay on course, manage their nutrition and hydration, and maintain a steady pace. Pacers can also help with safety, especially during nighttime or challenging sections of the trail.
When can a pacer start running with the ultramarathon participant?
Each race has different rules regarding when pacers are allowed to join. Typically, pacers can start in the later stages of the race, such as the final 30 to 50 miles, or after a certain time has passed.
How does a pacer prepare for the ultramarathon?
Pacers should train for the conditions and distance they’ll be covering, familiarize themselves with the race course, understand the runner’s pacing and nutrition plan, and communicate with the runner beforehand to align expectations.
What is the primary role of a crew member in an ultramarathon?
Crew members provide logistical and emotional support to the runner at designated aid stations. This includes refilling hydration packs, offering food, swapping gear, and encouraging the runner to keep moving.
How can a crew member best support the runner during the race?
Be organized and ready before the runner arrives at an aid station. Offer positive and motivating words, be attentive to the runner’s physical and mental state, and remind them to follow their nutrition and hydration plan. Be flexible and responsive to the runner’s needs.
What are some common challenges for crew members during an ultramarathon?
Challenges include long hours of waiting, unpredictable weather, fatigue, and potential communication difficulties. Crew members must stay patient, alert, and adaptable to support their runner effectively.