Cocodona 250 2021 - Inaugural Run

Cocodona 250
2021 Inaugural Run
A race created by Aravaipa Running

Wave 3 start
Official finish time 104:53:31
Overall 34th out of 108 finishers

A very special thank you to Kerry @FullTiltWard Ward for sharing the trails and some video clips. We had a lot of fun together.
Kerry Ward's YouTube channel:
Kerry's amazing Cocoda 250 video:

Link to race report:

Strava activity:

Soundtrack on Spotify:

Gear:
Topo Athletic UltraVenture shoes
Topo Athletic Performance Gaiter
LEKI Micro Trail Vario Carbon poles
Injinji Trail socks
Outdoor Research Sun Runner Cap
PEARL iZUMi Sun Sleeves
Petzl MYO RXP headlamp

Chapters:
00:00 - Start
06:41 - Crown King
11:28 - Prescott
14:31 - Granite Dells
16:20 - Iron King
20:50 - Mingus Mountain
22:08 - Down to Jerome
25:57 - Dead Horse Ranch State Park
29:02 - Deer Pass Trailhead
33:14 - Sedona
35:24 - Miles’ Sedona Concert
39:24 - Huntley Tank
40:07 - Black Tank
42:07 - Climb up Casner Mountain
44:52 - Turkey Butte
46:11 - Cinder Pit
48:29 - Fort Tuthill
49:44 - Last Day
51:17 - Walnut Canyon
55:09 - Finish

But as the Radiance Left Your Eyes
How Could the World Contain You
Go Softly Go Lightly Go Bold
And My Heavy Heart Found Its Wings Once Again
For There's a Mighty Captain in These Turbulent Seas
And Depart from the Weight of the World
The Static of Silence Ahead
Who Else Would Walk Through These Shadows with Me?
All music by The SoundKeeper

[MicheleShanklin]

This was one of the best running documentaries I have seen! I followed every second of the live stream and every time they captured you there was an energy around you. This video just kept that story going and showed all the sides. You highlighted the highs and the lows and just captured it all beautifully! Well done and congratulations on your finish!

[Mattbarentsen]

when I need to reignite my Ultra passion. I watch this specific video, it connects with me in such a way that is hard to describe.

[stuartgunn]

I took up running at the start of this year aged 30 and I am so addicted with it I spend my time watching ultramarathon runs and I can’t applaud you enough on your efforts and how much it inspires me to run

[Mattbarentsen]

One of the best documentaries right here !

[trailbirdrunning]

This was beyond words amazing. The fact you could not only complete this event but also film so you could share your journey with others is another level. So Inspiring!

[JeffPelletier]

Wes wins the race to get his Cocodona recap video published first! The edit was almost as epic as the race, I’m sure 😉. Can’t wait to watch this tonight.

[FlorisGierman]

It's on!!! Super excited to watch and relive this event. What an epic race 🙌

[roysurft]

a great film again...what an adventure you’ve had

[Gifdr]

Incredible…9months late but what a journey. Watched both yours and Kerry’s perspective

[SeeChadRun]

So many amazing people, including yourself of course, in this race! Well done and a simply astonishing journey! Thank you for taking us along with you!

[trepuryllas]

Crikey Wes, you are made of stern stuff. Congratulations on a great film and a huge achievement. In awe.

[jasonthomas]

The mental toughness it takes to get through one of these races is the most inspiring thing on earth to me. Thanks for the video. The Kerry Ward addition sealed the deal on me subscribing haha.

[kunalsharma]

That race is on my Bucket list.. wat a beautiful trail. 💐💐💐💐💐💐

[westonwade]

"This moment, this low point is what you paid your money for. This moment is what got you to this place. The only way you can get to this place is by doing something ridiculously difficult, challenging and so on. Embrace it fully, experience it and move past If that isn't the most perfectly worded running wisdom I have ever heard about the pure truth about why I run. You have to welcome the punishment as well as the beauty of each Great job Wes.

[ssgmiami]

The only thing that equals actually finishing the Cocadona was depth, breadth, and beauty of your amazing video. Than you for sharing it with us!

[WalkingwithWendy]

Thank you for sharing this amazing journey! 29:50 Sedona was my favorite! Beautiful footage!

[xXAnthonyXx]

I haven't even done a race yet but I'm glad I've finally found my thing... I've been getting about 30-40 miles a week and I feel like it's really starting to click :). Started my running journey two years ago and I lost a whole lotta weight. Gained a little back recently. All of it doesn't really matter. Getting out on the trail and enjoying nature is so damn crucial for my level of happiness. Comfort truly is a lie.
Edit: EPIC job on the run and the capture of the experience!

[calebgarlipp]

Whoever was yelling at start, "don't forget to smell the roses" is great !👍
But he's right, the mindset of a runner with 150 miles down, 100 to go can become pretty dark.
I would love if finishing this 250 in a certain time frame automatically qualified the individual for just one, but any ultra chosen.

[hoppo_runs_wild]

Wow 🤩 that’s one hell of an achievement, absolute warrior 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿✌🏼

[trailhunter_rich]

Great job out there man!! and I appreciate so much that you put the names and bids of each runner. It’s awesome to click on a video and see a fellow ultraspire athlete! Hope to meet you out on the trail on day !