Here for the Long Run
Amie and Jon chat about their experience of running ultra distance races to empower and encourage other people to access these events. Talking all things training, race weekends, stories from the trail, kit, the do's and don'ts... and everything in between.
Here for the Long Run
Self-Made Adventures - Our Loop Around the Isle of Wight
Jon and Amie dive into the thrill of self-made adventures, sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between! They re-live their epic weekend challenge—circumnavigating the Isle of Wight, covering 60 miles in just two days in September 2023. From gear essentials to route highlights and the key lessons learned, they break down the adventure with energy, insight, and some laughs along the way.
Kit and nutrition referenced in this episode:
For the YouTube video featuring photos from the race and the route: https://youtu.be/GV00fLDybY0
Ultimate direction 11L running vest: https://www.alpinetrek.co.uk/ultimate-direction-womens-ultra-vesta-60-trail-running-backpack
Ultimate direction 20L fastpacking vest: https://ultimatedirection.com/fastpack-20/
Inov-8 Stormshell V2 Waterproof Jacket: https://www.tiso.com/apwpl8ti1388/inov-8-w-stormshell-fz-womens-blue/
Gore Infinium Jacket : https://www.gore-tex.com/en_uk/outerwear/r5-gore-tex-infinium-insulated-jacket
Salomon Waterproof Jacket: https://www.sportsshoes.com/product/sal6357/salomon-bonatti-trail-waterproof-running-jacket
