A Glimpse of Heaven - Tahoe Rim Trail 100 Miles Ultra Marathon

In this ultra running documentary, I bring you along as I race the Tahoe Rim Trail 100 Miles Endurance Run. It's my 10th 100 miles ultra marathon this year, only 2 weeks since Quebec Mega Trail 100 miles....and what a treat! As they say - a glimpse of heaven.

Tahoe Rim Trail 100 Miles Endurance Run was highly recommended to me by many seasoned ultra runner. I've never been to Tahoe, but everyone says the views are gorgeous.... You son of a B*, I'm in!

The course stays on the north eastern side of Tahoe, with a solid 18k feet of climbing, peaking at just under 9,000 feet of altitude. You race through sparse subalpine forest and some above treeline routes offering perfect views of Tahoe and surrounding areas. The trail itself is well maintained and very runnable - the opposite of Quebec Mega Trail 100 miles.

Nora was my crew and pacer - and it was very needed. Although I had a fantastic day with one of the best organized race (amazing volunteers, great course, great aid station)...I still struggled a lot. Nausea, can't keep food in. It was a rough fight, leading up to low energy and bouts of sleep walking through the night. Thanks to cutoffs not being too tight for me, I was able to regroup by eating, drinking and sleeping in the morning to see that finish line. And Nora was great help in helping me through these challenging miles!

Then we finished by walking back in the valleys - with temperature soaring into the 100sF (I saw 105F) - directly exposed to the sun around noon. Yeah...I was looking forward to be done by then!

This summer is fairly intense as far as racing calendar goes. So my goal is really to keep healthy enough to heal, recover, and race again. Many 2 weeks cycles so you have to be smart about it. ... Kinda smart. Truth is, so many of these 100 miles ultra marathon are dream races for me. So I did my best to squeeze them in there. And Tahoe Rim Trail 100 miles is the perfect example.

I was scheduled to race Quebec Mega Trail 100 miles and Angeles Crest 100 miles 4 weeks later. Maybe I can squeeze Tahoe? And wow I'm happy I did it!

Next race is Angeles Crest 100 miles on August 3! Right outside of Los Angeles, California, this race features +20k ft of climbing and some serious heat. It's also one of the 'classic' race in the US. Very fortunate and grateful to be racing it, and looking forward to share the adventure with you!

As always - Thanks for watching and remember -

Work Hard!
Believe in yourself!
Push your limits! Simon

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Music:
• By Infraction: Future Me, Tokyo Street, Distance, Make Me Happy, Rock And Ride, Visible
• By Mokka Music: Leaving Home, Sunny Walk, Energy Wave, Journey, One Soul, Purple Summer, Ambient Aria
• By Cold Cinema: True Power
• Fredji: Happy Life
• Megaman X: Cast Roll, Password
• Super Metroid: Prologue, Norfair (Ridley's Lair)
• Zelda - Ocarina of Time: Hyrule Field

Track Name: ROCK AND RIDE (ROCK)

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[Burgman]

Yes! I love watching you run ultras while I lay on the couch and snack!

[Simco_]

23:26
THAT is the truth about ultras! That's what it really feels like! I love the honesty in your videos.

[laurenjackson]

I live near here and use it as my favorite training grounds. Nearly brought to tears every time I get to see the views - such a privilege. I weighed 400lbs almost exactly 3 years ago and ran my first 50K a couple of months ago at 215 lbs. I am hoping to progress enough to make this race my first 100-miler within 2 years. Your videos and advice are helpful, humorous and inspirational. Thanks!

[lindawilliams]

Thanks for sharing another BEAUTIFUL race course, I love watching your videos.

[BellasBone]

That’s as close to heaven as most mortals will ever get; you’re making this aging former adventure racer think he could get back out there again but medical problems have made me experience racing through your eyes; so awesome job and amazing time with your wonderful wife Nora too! Please keep an aspirin handy on your high altitude runs and thank you

[davewilliams]

Nora stole the show again. :) congrats Simon, nice work!

[raulponce]

The was my headlamp brother. Thanks for picking it up. I got it back🙏

[Gator]

What a beautiful race! Congratulations and thank you for sharing this experience!

[cindydawn]

Love it! Makes want to visit Tahoe to see all the beautiful trails!

[chloebenn]

Wow! I got goose bumps on "Nora's" sunrise ❤
That loked tough but beautiful, thanks you for sharing

[trentwilliamson]

Tahoe is an amazing place. I’ve been lucky enough to spend some time in the area. Spectacular place for a race. Great recap as always Simon!

[johnborton]

You two are such a great team, and yes ... Nora is fantastic crew/pacer. Your videos are so raw and real.

Ran the TRTER 50k course today as a training run. It was "only" 97f at the truck when I got to the bottom and I was dying from the heat on that last 6 miles. Don't know how you did it at 105f, but then ... Badwater. :) Kudos to ya'll and hope you've recovered enough for Angeles Crest. Best wishes: JB and Starr.

[sammy_lu]

Thank you for sharing with us. The scenery was stunning!

[Kelly_Ben]

Congratulations on another gorgeous, challenging adventure!! Loved the only-Simon style video too! What a struggle... again, it was great to see that others feel it early in the race, but overcome it... to feel like crap again and overcome it... rinse, repeat! 😂 Nora was a wonder as always!

[AD-uqcg]

Ok the ocarina of time music was next level awesome!

[cathygurney]

Absolutely stunning - the scenery and your grit and determination. I love your videos.

[VinceLoschiavo]

It was great seeing you there! Great job on the finish (the buckle is pretty awesome too!).

[frannietennant]

so sweet I love the way you always remember trail!

[sterlingsimmons]

Way to finish strong! Great video documenting it all. I really felt the highs and lows with you. By the look of those aid stations, you definitely get your money's worth for the entry fee.

[Gtrsolo]

Beautiful trail! Makes me wanna sign up for the 56m next year if I can get in. Congrats on 20k subs on YouTube too!