Yum!

For me, adventure race nutrition means packing a buffet of junk. Some Gus, some bars, some gummy things. Some Snickers, lots of peanut M&Ms, a pizza. Some coffee, some water, some Gatorade.

The more variety I pack, the more likely I am to actually eat. The Gus and bars make me want to vomit after a while but the calories still need to get in my belly.

Here's the beginnings of what I am packing for this weekend. The pizza (not purchased yet) and string cheese and french fries (in the fridge and freezer) haven't been packed yet.

I try to take in about 300-400 calories an hour while on bike and on foot, a bit less on the paddle (although it is easier to eat while sitting in a boat). Over the course of 26 hours that amounts to about 7,800 calories. Good times!

Yes, that is beef jerky. I eat it while in the boat. Yes, it is made out of meat.

Is It Safe to Paddle for Ten Hours In Thunderstorms?

I am going to go with no. Makes it unfortunate that the weatherforecastt for the race this weekend has only gotten worse, now calling for a 70 percent chance of thunderstorms. All while being chilly.

Should make for an interesting 26-hour race.

I'd rather not have to race in my crispy goretex shell but the more the temps drop the more likely that it will be along for the 130-mile run/bike/paddle/run/bike.

 And I guess I need to read up on what to do while on the water in a thunderstorm. I am pretty sure that the rule is to get the hell off the water and use the boat as a house. Should be an interesting weekend.