Boo Hag Races

It's been a bit of a downer 'round here lately, so I thought I might share something a bit more uplifting.

On July 23rd, 2023, at approximately 3:00 pm (depending on conditions), I will complete my 600th mile on Scotland's West Highland.

And as it feels like a milestone worth celebrating, I'm looking for a few more folks to mark the occasion with me.

But it's not just about me. By coming along, you'll get to experience 8 days of adventureas we hike and camp our way from the village of Milngavie just outside of Glasgow to Fort William, in the shadow of the UK's highest peak, Ben Nevis.

Along the way, you'll learn local history and mythology, eat some excellent grub, laugh, overcome obstacles, and experience the Highlands in all its glory.

So, if that sounds like your idea of a good time, give this short video a look, then check out the link in the comments below.

Hope to see you there!

https://animoto.com/play/Lt1M1EGtKsLpbr01b25NWg

Well, this sucks, but has to be done. After six months of promoting Hellblazer 2023, we've had a total of 12 entries. That's just not a tenable way to continue, and still put on a quality event.

As such, I'm closing down registration and cancelling the race.

It saddens me to do it, but it would be even worse to do something sub par for all of you that supported me.

I will reaching out to each entry purchaser to send refunds, minus any fees that RunSignUp or Eventbrite may have applied.

Thank you for your support and understanding.

Mark

EDIT: Just started the refund process, and according to what I've read, they should be hitting around the 9th.

If you don't see one in your account or on your card after that, please let me know so we can get you sorted.

"Lately it occurs to me, what a long strange trip it's been"

Y'see, I recently found some of the promo material for the very first Hellblazer from waaaay back in 2017, and man.

We were hella aggro, weren't we? 😄

Luckily, all that "THERE WILL BE NO SURVIVORS" nonsense got tossed pretty early on. I don't know if it was the "truffle shuffle for your bib" challenge, Will Chamblee running his first leg with a half a watermelon, Andi Marie's midnight run in with The Virgin Mary, or Serhot Ozturk grinning like a madman as he was escorted from the course by the police (they were kind enough to give him a lift to the car), but by the time it was all over, I knew we had something really special on our hands.

When we were lucky enough to return in 2019, the weirdness got cranked up to 11. There were rumors of a bear, and word is some mad Irish woman was chasing down kids who were tearing down trail markers (Thanks, Aish!). But most importantly, there was a sighting of Beech Mountain's very own cryptid, THE DREAD PUMADEER!

So, yeah. Here we are, three years and one plague later, ready to give it another go.

You coming, or what?

https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/BeechMountain/Hellblazer24HourTrailRace

Was just saying to a friend that, given what day it is, we should put together a nudist, circular course trail race and call it Loopercalia.

I meant it as a joke, but honestly, I bet I know some people who'd sign up. 😂

In the meantime, how about trying something a bit less chilly?

Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race The Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race is on Saturday June 10, 2023 to Sunday June 11, 2023. It includes the following events: Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race and Hellblazer 24 Trail Relay (3 Person).

So, it's the morning after.

How y'all feeling?

Still celebrating your win?

Lamenting your loss?

Realizing that the Rotel dip smothered nachos with extra jalapenos may have been a mistake?

Well, luckily Hellblazer is here to take either take your mind off your misery and/or exploit that winners high you're experiencing. 😈

So hit the link, sign up your favorite team, or if you want, claim all the glory for yourself below!

Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race The Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race is on Saturday June 10, 2023 to Sunday June 11, 2023. It includes the following events: Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race and Hellblazer 24 Trail Relay (3 Person).

Admittedly, it's more of a trailway that a highway, but the sentiment remains. 😈

https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/BeechMountain/Hellblazer24HourTrailRace

Happy Monday, everyone!

I was going through our roster of runners this weekend, and I noticed a strange thing. While we have some truly incredible women running as part of a relay team, there's only three signed up to run solo.

I mean sure, it means that right now, they're guaranteed at least a third place finish, but no one just wants to place by default, do they?

So yeah, spread the word, and alert your friends. The field (well trail, actually) is wide open!

https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/BeechMountain/Hellblazer24HourTrailRace

One thing I've noticed as Hellblazer RD is that y'all are some speedy, high endurance type folks.

So, this year, I'm adding a Most Miles category to Hellblazer, complete with unique awards for our male and female winners.

And trust me, they're gonna be cool as hell. 😈

https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/BeechMountain/Hellblazer24HourTrailRace

I love waking up to new Hellblazer sign ups!

Welcome aboard, David Petroski!

So, who else is gonna join him? 😈

Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race The Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race is on Saturday June 10, 2023 to Sunday June 11, 2023. It includes the following events: Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race and Hellblazer 24 Trail Relay (3 Person).

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That Oscar Wilde was a smart dude.

C'mon. You know you wanna. 😈

https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/BeechMountain/Hellblazer24HourTrailRace

We've got another relay team! Welcome aboard Gail Gesin, Rob Glover, and Teresa Burton!

So yeah, what are the rest of you waiting for? Get signed up, either at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hellblazer-24-hour-trail-race-tickets-399820342407 or at our new RunSignUp page https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/BeechMountain/Hellblazer24HourTrailRace

See you there!

Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race The Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race is on Saturday June 10, 2023 to Sunday June 11, 2023. It includes the following events: Hellblazer 24 Hour Trail Race and Hellblazer 24 Trail Relay (3 Person).