Running Bryce Canyon Ultramarathon (100 Miles) - Racing 450 Miles in 21 days

Follow me as I raced 450 miles over the past 21 days - finishing with Bryce Canyon Ultramarathon. Along with Antelope Canyon Ultramarathon and Zion Ultramarathon - Bryce Canyon Ultramarathon 100 miles wraps up my Vacation Race Triple Crown in 2024.

In this ultrarunning documentary, I go through ups and downs as I am facing this challenging race. 100 miles with 15,000 feet of elevation gain, and at altitude. But the real challenge here is that 1 week before, I was racing Cocodona 250 miles...and 1 week before that Mt Fuji 100 miles.

Post-Cocodona interview by Mountain Outpost :

In fact, I was not planning to run Bryce Canyon Ultra Marathon this year. Recovery was too short after Cocodona 250, so I decided not to register despite having already completed Zion 100 and Antelope Canyon 100. But I kept my eyes open. And if by any miracle I could be recover in time, I'd simply go and race it with the sole and only goal to finish under the 36 hours cutoff.

Well, it turns out that for once, work was collaborative! A reasonable 40 hours week meant that I could focus on recovery and bounce back quickly from Cocodona 250. After a few days, it was clear that although I wouldn't be 100% back (obviously), I would be 'good enough'. The main issue coming into the race were pre-existing blisters, and my elbow inflammation.

As I did with Cocodona, I decided to compare my watches one last time. This time however, I didn't bother charging the Coros after Cocodona - so I started with 35% (vs. 100% Garmin). Spoiler alert - they both made it! #TrainWithCOROS @COROSGlobal

I was also testing some Joe Nimble shoes on this one - Trail Addict Pro-R. #flyabovereason #toefreedom #runabovereason @joenimble

It was a tough race for me - with very low energy. But overall, very glad I did it! And now, very glad to have some rest.

Next race is Bighorn 100 miles June 14

As always - Thanks for watching and remember -

Work Hard!
Believe in yourself!
Push your limits!

Simon

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[rachelshirley]

You’re my favourite keeping it real ultra runner!! And pretty darn crazy which makes these movies even more rad!!

[Kgioia]

You continue to amaze me Simon!! You say you are just an "ordinary guy", but I beg to differ. You keep doing these extraordinary things. But thank you for keeping it real and showing the true ordinary people what is possible 🙏

[runningwithsimon]

Another race, another live premiere with chat! It's a fun format for races, I'll keep doing that whenever feasible!!!
Coming up soon...a bunch of tips and gear videos I've been putting off for a little while!

[gnobulixpurple]

Lining up 450 miles of racing, you are freaking amazing (and crazy)! Simon, you are far from a normal runner😁. Have a good recovery! Salut des préalpes du Chablais valaisan.

[OmahaTonyG]

Simon, you are my hero. That is hardcore ultra running.

[ny_park_c_TV]

Wow, this is truly amazing! Yesterday, I watched your channel and went trail running in Korea, and it was really hard. My leg muscles were different from running in the park. Even today, a day later, my legs still feel a little uncomfortable.

[joelm]

I've been watching you for months as I've prepared for my first 50 miler which happened this past weekend. Your advice has been super helpful, and even though everything didn't go perfectly I still managed to complete it in 13:20. Thanks for your effort in making these videos.

[Gator]

Congratulations! What an insane pace you are on this year! Let's go go go with some sponsor deals - you have earned it! It seemed like your stomach was holding up well, eating quesadillas and avacados - that's awesome! Keep the extra content coming when you have time between races and I hope you recover strong for the next one!

[samhopton]

You are an absolute animal! Doing my second Ultra in a few months and I’m so glad I found the community. Keep being bad ass dude.

[rachelshirley]

Such another great video Simon! Can't wait for you to get sponsors on board to support this epic journey! Hopefully you will make it to Tarawera one day :) With Nora of course.

[salamipatrick]

Tu m'inspires ! Je cours mon premier 80km à QMT en juillet, j'ai bâti tout mon entrainement autour grace à tes vidéos, merci pour tout !

[CliffordFajardo]

wow - Cocadona and then Bryce 1 week after! Bryce is challenging but so beautiful; i briefly saw you the first day - pretty awesome! In this video I see my back at the start of the race lol 🙌

[PatrickMartin-lwtu]

Ordinary guy doing not so ordinary things, well done! Congrats on another solid finish and glad the feet held up. Get some rest, you have certainly earned it!

[andrewdelprete]

Woot! I love watching these. Keep it up!

[SeeChadRun]

Look at all those buckles! "I'm kind-off a big deal" LOL Beautiful race and well done! Good luck at Big Horn 100. I've got my eye on that one ;-)

[wk]

"Big Butt Plug"
I cracked out laughing and my wife wanted to know what was funny (I was wearing headphones).

[trentwilliamson]

Great effort and love your vid’s. Keep it up. Your humour is greatly appreciated.

[taylorlayton]

Utah boy here - beautiful race and you are a crusher! I'm gearing up for my 2nd 100. Maybe one day I'll do a couple in a year, or in a month!?

The mushrooms are called "hoodoos." They are formed by erosion and other weathering, but you need a hard layer or piece of rock on top that protects softer rocks below from being eroded. The top of the mushroom is a harder rock that has basically sheltered and umbrellad softer rock below that would have otherwise been washed away, leaving a tower or even a mushroom if the hard piece is big enough.
Funny south park clip.

[Winston-swnv]

Simon, thanks for keeping it real and showing what is possible. How in the hell do you keep healthy?? Brother I have mad respect for what you can do! 3:32

[lien.b]

I ran my first 100M a week ago today. Not sure I could do a 10k and you’re crushing ultras week after week.. I don’t understand 😂 great work!