After about 500m ascent Nix decided to up the pace a tad and I simply could not follow. But this is what a 100 miler is all about – you, your own mental and physical challenges, and navigating a lonely trail for many hours. Even with all the support in the world, only you can get yourself to that finish line.

It’s a trust in Nature’s design combined with a longing to move in nature, naturally.

The rain gradually became heavier with the drops themselves falling more slowly and gaining opacity… And then it was snowing...

But, I needed more. I wanted more! I wanted to understand the weather patterns before a blizzard...

Finding snow, friendship and a place to call home - for now ; )

“Happiness is only real when shared.” And in that moment of inner happiness, shared happiness, I know that it is real and true.

I realised that I didn't need to own nor be owned. All I needed was to co-exist in a symbiotic relationship with the environment.

'In ultra running, as in life, we choose our own pain and it is then our responsibility to see it through to the end'

I will let the power of uncertainty be my drive, the beauty of life be my fuel, and my vision of The Mountain Life will serve as my compass.

A free mountain running minimalist bikepacking eco-conscious flower loving travel writing photographer isn't going to pay the bills, is it?