Are you looking to support a runner during the world's toughest foot race, the Badwater Ultramarathon? Great! Not only would you be helping somebody complete the race, but you would learn a lot in the in process and also acquire another important component for any future Badwater application (if it's your goal to compete some day). You can post your availability to do so by making a "comment" below. Please state your name, location, age, running background, and any other relevant information about why you'd be a great support crew member for a Badwater runner. Most importantly, list a method for contacting you. (If you don't, we will reject your post and it will not be published.)Friday, January 23, 2009
Badwater: Looking to Join a Support Crew?
Are you looking to support a runner during the world's toughest foot race, the Badwater Ultramarathon? Great! Not only would you be helping somebody complete the race, but you would learn a lot in the in process and also acquire another important component for any future Badwater application (if it's your goal to compete some day). You can post your availability to do so by making a "comment" below. Please state your name, location, age, running background, and any other relevant information about why you'd be a great support crew member for a Badwater runner. Most importantly, list a method for contacting you. (If you don't, we will reject your post and it will not be published.)
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Hi. I am looking to crew/pace for someone at the 2012 Badwater Ultramarathon. I am 40 years old with 2 years of ultrarunning experience. I have completed one 100 miler (23hrs), two 50 milers, a 50K, and several marathons to include Boston.
I have been in the Army for over 20 years and currently in Afghanistan. I will be back home by Christmas and will be retiring from the Army next summer, so I will have plenty of free time to train and help crew/pace.
Although I have never been to Death Valley, I did spend two years in Iraq in 120+ degree weather, so I know what it is like to be in that type of environment.
If interested, you can contact me at john.goble@us.army.mil
HI
My name is Annie Foulds(amfoulds@aol.com) 07885 140751. I live in London, England.
I would love the opportunity to help someone achieve their goal. I also would love to run this race in a few years time and I think I would gain a huge amount of knowledge assisting a fellow runner.
I am a Personal Trainer and a marathon/Ultra marathon runner. I intend to run at least 6 Ultra marathons by the time I place my application in 2013/14. I am passionate about life and running and would be a great person to have amongst the team. I am positive and really friendly all the time with a can do attitude!
My name is Tom Merritt and I am interested in joining a support crew for the 2012 Badwater Ultramarathon. I have been a triathlete for the last three years and just completed my first 1/2 Ironman. I also ran the 2011 Big Sur Marathon. I am scheduled to compete in the NYC Ironman next August. One of my future goals is to run Badwater. If you are interested you can contact me at tmerritt@knight.com.
Hi! I'd love to volunteer on a crew for 2012 Badwater. I'm 25 and just moved to Philadelphia from NYC area, and I'm an amateur triathlete/marathoner/mountain climber. Competing in Badwater is so incredibly impressive and inspiring, and I'd be happy to assist and encourage and learn along the way. Please contact me at michele.e.annibal@gmail.com if you need additional crew!
Hi! I'm looking to crew/pace for someone at the 2012 Badwater. I'm 39 and have run several 100 mile runs ( 20:22 best) and 3 24 hour runs along with a 50 and several 50k and marathons. I would love to help someone acheive their goal of finishing Badwater. I also ran in a 24 hour run against Zach Gingerich the 2010 Badwater winner which was quite cool. I hope to run this in the next 2 years and looking for experience. You can contact me at troncit@nationwide.com. Thanks, Troy Troncin
My name is Jon Nassif and I would love to lend a hand to someone's crew at Badwater 2012. I have two years of ultra experince in mountain biking and running having completed the Leadville 100 mountain bike in 2010 and the Leadville 100 run in 2011. I live in Colorado and have set my sights on doing Badwater someday. I have Crewing, Pacing and Racing ultra experience, and as a professional restaurant owner/operator and a vegan for years I know much about cooking and diet and fueling during racing. My schedule is flexible so whatever you needed me for around race time can most likely be accomodated. If interested contact me: Jon@GreenFineSalad.com
Hi! My name is Gabriel Cortez, I would love to have the opportunity to help someone in this tough race. I live in Caracas, Venezuela. I´ve been running for over 18 years, and I would prepare myself for several years to apply in a future. I´m a mountain runner and triathlete, and I´m sure that I would be helpfull to someone at the most. My schedule is flexible so you can contact me at
gabrielcortez@hotmail.com
haas@gmail.com
00584142770477
Hi, my name is Stuart Erskine from Canada. Ever since hearing, reading and watching videos about Badwater Ultramarathon I have been in awe of this event and want to run Badwater soon. I would love to crew/pace someone at 2012 Badwater and do what I can to help them acheive their amazing goal. I can be flexible with my time. I have experience at 120 plus degrees. I am very positive and fun.
Originally from New Zealand, I am 46 years old and have travelled over 90 countries. I have been living in Alberta, Canada for the last 20 years. I have run 10 marathons, including Boston and New York and have ran the Canadian Death Race, Sinister 7, Leadville 100 and the Marathon Des Sables.
Please contact me for a chat. Thank you for your consideration. My email is: serskine@declarebrands.com or call me at 780-608-7446.
My name is John Goss. I didn't mention some of my running background specifically in my initial post. I am a 3 1/2 hour marathon runner that is running my first 50 mile race in January (Avalan 50 Benefit Run) and my first 100 in July (Angeles Crest 100). Since I'm an aspiring Badwater 135 runner, I'd love the opportunity to crew for someone in need. It would give me a great sense of community with the specific runner and the event. I am 29 from Anaheim, CA. If interested, please contact me at johnhgoss@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you. All the best to all the Badwater 135 participants in 2012!
I'm available for pacer duties in 2012 if needed. I live in So Cal and know Death Valley/Mt. Whitney pretty well- have hiked, ran, biked, camped, etc., there. I've done several 50 mile ultras over the past few years. I'm 37 years old. Thanks, John Feher; johnfeher1@hotmail.com; (619) 847-7717.
Hi, Raj (Rajesh )Vadgama here from India, Mumbai, i am looking for crew/Pace for someone, 2012 Bad Water Ultra, i have 10 years of running experience and 12 years Martial art practice, also completed 100s km, 50 km, and 10 marathon,
ran 3 100 km in last 3 months, Septembar 100 km on World heart day, ( awarness run for heart patients),
120 km at Bhatti lake from GlobRacers,, on 23rd Nov 2011, and Mid Night practice run in Mumbai http://connect.garmin.com/activity/130084962 for 100 mile run on 24th December 2011. from Pune to Mumbai.
did 556 km from Ahemdabad to Mumbai for Greenathon from NDTV. with Milind Soman,
is any one interested pls mail me on
rajvr67@hotmail.com
ph: 91-9967030353.
Raj
Hi, Raj (Rajesh )Vadgama here from India, Mumbai, i am looking for crew/Pace for someone, 2012 Bad Water Ultra, i have 10 years of running experience and 12 years Martial art practice, also completed 100s km, 50 km, and 10 marathon,
ran 3 100 km in last 3 months, Septembar 100 km on World heart day, ( awarness run for heart patients),
120 km at Bhatti lake from GlobRacers,, on 23rd Nov 2011, and Mid Night practice run in Mumbai http://connect.garmin.com/activity/130084962 for 100 mile run on 24th December 2011. from Pune to Mumbai.
did 556 km from Ahemdabad to Mumbai for Greenathon from NDTV. with Milind Soman,
is any one interested pls mail me on
rajvr67@hotmail.com
ph: 91-9967030353.
Raj
Hi, I will be going to 2012 Badwater. I would like to be a part of a crew team to help you finish. I live in San Diego and will be training for the heat and running! I will volunteer my truck (Toyota Tundra Quad cab) and help out wherever needed. My pacing duties may be limited though. My longest distance is a Half Marathon. But I can walk/ride/run and drive. You can contact me at conorloughnane@yahoo.com. See you in DV and good luck with your race.
AD Marshall
38 yrs old
CA & LA
My running career is short, but ramps up quickly w/ impressive numbers. My last hundred, Heartland, I finished 2nd. My goal for 2011 was 400 registered race miles. I will run New Orleans Beer Mile on the 12/20 to celebrate the last mile. I've been through Death Valley in the summer several times; I'm familiar the heat.
I plan to be in S.Louisiana leading up to the race, and while it doesn't get as hot, add 90% humidity to 100 degree temps, and you have a whole other set of problems. These were the conditions I encountered running an impromptu & unsupported road run w/ a buddy from Baton Rouge, La to Texas this past July. Five weeks later, I was invited to a 70mi group run in Santa Barbara. To date, I'm the only male to finish what has become a challenge among locals (29hrs).
11/11:Red Rock 50m TBD - 14:03
10/11:Heartland 100m 18:18:31
09/11:9Trls DblTrbl 70m 29:00:00
07/11:Lonesome Border-108m of 200m
05/11:Oak Mt. Trl Marathon 03:23:04
04/11:Ouachita 50m 09:33:18
03/11:Buffalo 100m 23:27:09
02/11:R-O 126.2mi 16:52:04(3Man)
12/10:Rocket City Marathon 03:09:14
10/10:NO Jazz ½ Marathon 01:25:53
02/10:NO R-N-Roll Marathon 03:22:14
12/09:BR Beach Half 01:31:36
11/09:NYC Marathon 03:37:29
I will take a hiatus from racing ultras in lieu training for Boston. I plan to run a 2:45. However, I am pacing 2 separate runners the last 20-30mi at Rouge-Orleans 126.2 this Feb. There will most likely be a 50K & marathon in the mix. And I'm in the WS100 Lottery.
I will complete my Badwater in the next 3-4 years. With my help, you'll complete your Badwater.
225.892.9788/akaslade@gmail.com
My wife and I are looking to crew one amazing athlete for Badwater 2012. We both crewed a runner to his first finish for Badwater 2011 and loved every minute of it. We know the rules, we know the strategies, and we know what to expect. We both have completed multiple marathons. She is currently training for a 24 hour event while I am training for a 48 hour event. We live in NJ however we crewed someone from Italy last year. We are fun, motivated, laid back people who are dedicated to our work, our training, and each other. We would love the opportunity to help someone else cross the finish line atop Mt. Whitney. Please contact us at 201-870-5652. Paul & Janet Baillif
My name is Dave. I am a runner who is passionate about running! I have been a runner ever since I was 5 years old, but only recently did I discover how much ability I have inside me for long distance running. I was always scared to run a Marathon for fear of failing. I finally looked that fear in the face 2 years ago and finished my first marathon, plus a number of others. I finished my first 50 miler and another. Now I have finished my first 100 miler and I plan on running 6 more 100 milers this year. I am an EMT and have very good medical knowledge and first aid training. And, I am very good at staying awake for long periods of time. I have a 3 year goal, to get into, and complete Badwater. I am very focused in that effort. I would really like to join a crew for this years (2012) Badwater. For the team that excepts me, I assure you that I will be one of THE toughest and commited members of that team, with my ONLY goal of getting that runner across the finish line in the manner and time in which they deserve!
If interested, you may contact me at 919-656-4880 (please leave a message) or at
davecockman@yahoo.com
Hey all,
I am Stacey Nievweija, 34, and live in the Seattle-Tacoma area of Washington State. 2011 was my first year of officially running ultras. Offical ultra races I completed were a 12 hour run, and 3 50k's.
I have been an ultra runner at heart for years since I first heard about Badwater in 2007. Fastforward to 2011 after putting myself through nursing school as a single mother, I was able to fullfill one of my dreams and have the time and resources to begin running ultras. So yes, my motivation for wanting to crew comes from wanting to run the race myself.
I am an inpatient RN on a high acuity Neurology/Nephrology/Urology unit and can bring my medical skills to a crew to help runners be safe and finish the race. For years I worked night shift so I am able to function at a high level on little sleep in stressful situations.
I had the opportunity to crew for a friend during Vancouver 100k last summer. And will be doing so again this June, but this year will be pacing for the 2nd 50k.
My main personal running goals this year are to run my first 100 miler in April and prepare for a solo (meaning a non-event) 180 mile road run in August.
Other random tidbits are that I have taught group exercise classes both at univeristy and community levels so am good at being in the motivational coaching role all while keeping people safe (injury prevention). I was also an avid backpacker for years while living in Idaho. I have transitioned into minimalist shoes for all of my road running this year and 80% of my trail running.
I would be honored to help a runner reach their goal in finishing this race!
Thanks!
Stacey Nievweija
snievweija@gmail.com
I would love to pace someone for 2012 Badwater race. I'm a 42 year old high school teacher in LA so I'm close and have the summers off. I ran 10 marathon in the past year in the 3:10 range. I've done a few ultras and ran up Mt Whitney in October but I'm personally trying to break 3 hours in a marathon. I had the world record for fastest marathon dribbling a basketball but someone broke it (3:21) so I did it dribbling two balls. I didn't like my time so I did it two weeks later in another marathon. My name is Jerry and my email is campknox@msn.com If you fly into LA I can give you a ride to the race. You can even stay at my house if you want.
I did my first ultra, jed Smith, on Sat, all 32 miles of it. Miles 18 to 24 were for me very tough, one foot in front of the other over and over. What I lack in talent I make up for in determination. I am 62, compete in triathlons and just signed up for another ultra in San Francisco in April so I guess I liked it. I am a film maker by trade, have 2 daughters, not a complainer and am the family member who walks our lab Rudy in all kinds of weather. I will give 100% to anyone I support.
I'm ready. Steve Marra
srmarra@sbcglobal.net
Hi, I am looking to crew/pace for someone at the 2012 Badwater Ultramarathon. I am 39 years old with marathon experience. I will be competing in a 50 miler and 100 miler this year. I have been a support crew and pacer for an athlete in the 100 mile Endurance Challenge. My goal is to one day compete in the Badwater Ultramarathon, so I would like to be involved to acquire some experience and observe the environment and all the things that go with preparation for this event. Interested, you can contact me at rudi.endurancepro@gmail.com Rudi Lopez
My name is Jeffery and I am looking to join a crew and help in any way to get you to the finish. I have hopes to run Badwater in a year or two so this experience will be extremely valuable for me. I've run a 2:41 marathon; a 3:30 50k; and a 7:30 100k. As well as 7 marathons in one week (with a sub 3hour marathon on day 7); 5 100k's in 7 weeks. I also grew up, and currently live in north Texas, so I get my fair share of heat training. I can bring alot of postive energy and excitment to your crew. I would love to help pace, 50miles or whatever you need. My email is jefferysmith_9-31@yahoo.com
Hope to hear from you soon and until then, good luck with your training
Hello! My name is Casey Cooper and I would love the opportunity to support and/or pace someone for Badwater 2012. I live in Las Vegas, NV and am quite familiar with the amount of heat in the desert. I am 33 years old and have been in the US Air Force for almost 15 years. I have a strong desire to accomplish my goals and to help others do the same. I have ran most of my life but recently I have came upon marathons and ultrarunning. I have ran three marathons and one 50 miler. All were great experiences. It would be an honor for me to support one of the Champions. Please contact me at casey.cooper78@yahoo.com if you could use my assistance. Thank you.
Hi, Raj (Rajesh )Vadgama here from India, Mumbai, i am looking for crew/Pace for someone, 2012 Bad Water Ultra, i have 10 years of running experience and 12 years Martial art practice, also completed 100s km, 50 km, and 10 marathon,
ran 3 100 km in last 3 months, Septembar 100 km on World heart day, ( awarness run for heart patients),
120 km at Bhatti lake from GlobRacers,, on 23rd Nov 2011, and Mid Night practice run in Mumbai http://connect.garmin.com/activity/130084962 for 100 mile run on 24th December 2011. from Pune to Mumbai.
did 556 km from Ahemdabad to Mumbai for Greenathon from NDTV. with Milind Soman,
is any one interested pls mail me on
rajvr67@hotmail.com
Facebook : Raj Vadgama
Daily Miles : Raj Vadgama
ph: 91-9967030353.
Raj
Hi. I am looking to crew/pace for someone at the 2012 Badwater Ultramarathon. I am 28 years old with 4 years ultrarunning experience. I run and train in Texas summer heat! I would love to help crew/pace for a 2012 Badwater participant. Contact me at brett.oliver@ymail.com
Cell 817-689-3714
Greg Baker
40 years old
Sydney, Australia
I have travelled to the Death Valley area several times and spectated at the Badwater last year. My goal is to compete in the Badwater by 2020. I have never run an ultra or a marathon but I've finished a 100km trailwalker in Sydney so I know a little bit about endurance events. I've already booked my trip to the US including 1 week in Lone Pine to coincide with the Badwater. I'll have an SUV rental that can be used for crewing if needed. I am very keen to help you out with whatever is required. I'll also have camera and video equipment with me so could possibly make a private documentary for you of your Badwater experience.
You can contact me at:
email - gregbaker777@hotmail.com
facebook - Jordan Badwater Baker
ph (intn'l) - +61402269173
I would love to crew for someone at Badwater in 2012. I am an Ironman triathlete and a relative newcomer to the ultrarunning scene- this is my second season. I have a handful of 50km's under my belt and am currently training to complete my first 50 mile at the Vancouver 100 in June. I want to run Badwater at some point in the (likely distant!) future. I do not have any previous crewing experience but I am eager to help someone achieve their Badwater goals. My willingness to commit, enthusiasm, love of endurance running, toughness and ability to see the humor in any situation would make me a great crew member. Joining a team that will help a runner make it to that finish line sounds like an unforgettable experience!
My contact info:
email - kyndra.moeller@gmail.com
facebook - Kyndra Moeller
Hi my name is Olivia and I live in Honolulu. I'm a dietetic student at UH Manoa and I would like to work with a team that has a nutritionist/dietician/chef. I am a novice runner (only one marathon under my belt) but I'm focusing on sports/running nutrition and I love volunteering at races! I have some race volunteer experience in the H.U.R.T. 100. I also have 10 years food production experience... I dont know if that comes in handy. Please email me oliviadarwin@gmail.com if you have any contacts you can share with sports nutritionists/dietitians participating in the race!
Hi,
My name is Josh Merry, and I have set my sights on Badwater. I’m looking to apply within the next 2-3 years. I need to improve my application a little bit more, and would love to come out and crew/pace for the upcoming Badwater event. As an educator I feel this would be the best experience for me to learn and understand what it truly takes to compete and finish Badwater.
BIO: I’m currently 30 years old and live in Georgia. I’m a teacher and wrestling coach, I’ve signed-up and finished my first 100 mile run this year (Graveyard 100). I’ve qualified for the Boston Marathon, I’ve competed in and finished two-Full-Ironmans (Louisville and Lake Placid), I've competed and placed in over a dozens of half-Ironmans, and I’m a former NCAA Wrestler. I know none of these will let me truly understand what it takes to compete and finish Badwater like being a crew/pacer at this year’s event.
Acwrestler149@aol.com
770-540-3183
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