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Vols2025

vol state update: 36 hours (will)

today was supposed to be more of yesterday. yesterday was the day that a lot of newbies thought was hot but the veterans understood was not… . today got hot for real. . the temperature wasnt so bad by itself only in the mid to upper 90s. but with the Read more…

By Laz, 1 weekJuly 12, 2025 ago
Vols2025

vol state update: 24 hours (debauched)

after a night of riotous revelry on the road the innocent faces are no more. everyone who saw the sun rise from the road this morning is now a veteran. there is still a lot of seasoning to be applied, but the reality of life on the open road is Read more…

By Laz, 2 weeksJuly 11, 2025 ago
Vols2025

vol state update:12 hours (nothing to see here)

day 1 is the window for us in the race management. . up until we get the runners on the ferry it feels like the pressure is on. memories of the year the bus company missed the pickup date. the year the bus broke down. the year the motel didnt Read more…

By Laz, 2 weeksJuly 10, 2025 ago
Vols2025

Top quotes from the stinky bridge checkpoint:

“At least I’m not dizzy and nauseous.” “A light pack is important, But for gods sake don’t cut weight by eliminating your water!”

By Laz, 2 weeksJuly 10, 2025 ago
Vols2025

vol state update: and they’re off (way off)

it was quite an inspiring sight to see the largest vol state starting field ever stream off the ferry and head for hickman. the first couple of miles was an adventure, as landslides in the old downtown forced a last minute re-route up the pig alley steps and arrival at Read more…

By Laz, 2 weeksJuly 10, 2025 ago
Vols2025

vol state update: the night before the ferry

the theme of the day… . butterflies . 80 virgins are tossing and turning, sleepless in what might turn out to be the last bed they sleep in for days. 50 veterans are not resting any easier. but those who have made the journey to the rock are staring into Read more…

By Laz, 2 weeksJuly 10, 2025 ago

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