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Post by Sahishnu:

On the final day of running, Dharbhasana Lynn, a first-timer from Auckland, New Zealand, became the first Kiwi to join the ranks of finishers in the world’s longest certified race with a stunning finish in 51 days+13:17:32. He averaged 60.13 miles (96.77 km) per day as he was the sixth and last finisher of this fourteenth edition.

Among the other runners who came up short, Ananda-Lahari Zuscin ran 2857.05 miles; Baladev Pavol Saraz reached 2799.97 miles; Surasa Mairer reached 2760.46 miles and Purna-Samarpan Querhammer stopped at 2700.09 miles. The super hot summer in New York was a main factor in the slower times and diminished returns but the runners deserve our gratitude for staying the course and showing supreme courage and conviction throughout. We hope to be back next year. Thanks for your interest.

Sahishnu

Post by Sahishnu:

On a moderately warm summer afternoon, Pushkar C. Mullauer from Switzerland reached his goal of 3100 miles for the second time in as many years with a fine effort of 50 days+09:34:24. He averaged 61.51 miles per day (98.99 km). Dharbhasana Lynn ran 60.9168 miles to get into position to finish his first 3100 mile race on Tuesday early evening. Surasa Mairer reached 2700 miles for the first time in her long running career.

Post by Sahishnu:

With hazy, sunny skies above, Atmavir Petr Spacil became a four-time finisher of the 3100 mile race in 49 days+05:31:34. He averaged 62.97 miles per day (101.345 km). Mr Spacil is ranked fifth all-time at this distance, but found out his physical aversion to very hot weather. He had big problems running during the heat of the day, so that his mileage suffered greatly and his body was continuously revolting from the heat onslaught. Yet he found the fortitude to stay the course and finish the race.

Pushkar Mullauer ran a fine 64.2 mile day to be in position to finish 3100 miles on Monday afternoon. Dharbhasana Lynn ran 65.85 miles to gain precious ground towards finishing on Tuesday evening.

Post by Sahishnu:

With a strong 64.7 mile day, Atmavir P. Spacil is only 23.5 miles away from his fourth 3100 mile finish. Pushkar C. Mullauer ran 62.56 miles to be in position to finish Monday afternoon. But the day leader award goes to Dharbhasana Lynn. The effervescent Kiwi ran 70.24 miles to continue his remarkable comeback towards a Tuesday evening finish. Stay tuned as the world’s longest race winds down.

Post by Sahishnu:

Pranjal Milovnik did the nearly impossible – he finished a day faster than his previous best for 3100 miles – during the hottest July in 100 years here in New York – and finished third in 47 days+04:19:49. He moves from 14th place on the all-time rankings to 10th with his brilliant run. He averaged 65.68 miles/105.70 km for the duration.

Dharbhasana Lynn garnered day honors again with a sparkling 65.85 mile run to edge closer to being on a realistic pace to finish. Atmavir Spacil ran 63.66 miles and is on pace to be the next finisher at around noon on Sunday. Pushkar Mullauer is eyeing a Monday afternoon finish as well.

Post by Sahishnu:

Asprihanal Aalto, from Helsinki, Finland, won the Fourteenth Annual Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race in a time of 46 days + 07 hours, 37 minutes and 24 seconds. This was the tenth finish for Mr. Aalto, and the seventh victory for him. He averaged 66.93 miles per day, or 107.72 km per day. He is still ranked second all-time for 3100 miles and has the most 3100 milers averaging 70+ miles per day.

Some nine hours later, Galya V. Balatsky finished second in a personal of 46 days + 16:18:34. This was his second 3100 miler and he improved by nearly 34 hours. He moves up to seventh all-time in the 3100 rankings from tenth place.

Post by Sahishnu:

Asprihanal Aalto, from Helsinki,Finland, is poised to complete his tenth 3100 mile race Thursday afternoon around 1:00 pm. Mr Aalto ran 65.85 miles to get in position to finish. He is averaging 66.74 miles per day (107.41 km). Late Thursday evening Galya Balatskyy should straddle the finish line for second place. Mr. Balatskyy will be setting a personal best while averaging 66.07 miles per day (106.33 km). Pranjal Milovnik should finish Friday morning for his personal best, after running 63.66 miles today. Dharbhasana Lynn led all runners with 68.6 miles.

The clock is ticking as we have only seven days to go. This journey has been nothing short of unique, crazy and fulfilling.  Day one to this very moment, countless and interesting experiences have occurred; one could compile volumes of literature from all that has gone on.

From the amount of bandages Surasa has had on her feet, to the umpteen Snickers bars consumed by Pranjal to the several clicks and cracks from chiropractor visits to the countless times Asprihanal has touched that special tree, and to the week Dharbhasana had to walk, these are all the bits and pieces that bring the remarkable 3100 mile Self Transcendence race to a close.

As these hero warriors near the end of this marvellous feat, they bring both excitement and sadness.  The goal is near and those hearts are beating faster with every footstep, but at the same time, it is the end. The end of a starting point, the end of a routine, the end of a familiar place. This sacred city block in queens will be desolate without the constant daily shuffle of rubber to concrete.

Alas, I can sincerely say that I feel so honoured to have been here for this race to witness what these brave souls have committed themselves to.  Nothing could stop them.  With a goal of inner growth on the forefront, the runners have taught me a very special lesson.   Anything is possible.  Grace DOES exist.  Faith CAN win.  And determination WILL conquer.

Not only will these runners be honoured on earth, in their country, and by their loved ones, they will also be honoured in the heavens; for their brave efforts will filter thru humanity, making the world a tiny more golden.  Until next year…

Once again a novice super-multiday runner turned veteran led the fray on a warm sunny day in New York. Dharbhasana Lynn, the Kiwi runner, has turned on the jets with a 70.79 mile day to easily lead a group of five past sixty miles. He is getting himself back into a position to finish the race on Tuesday evening. Leader Asprihanal Aalto needs only 175 more laps to reach the promised land. He passed the 3000 mile mark in 44 days+16:48:27, and will finish Thursday afternoon. Amazing.

Post by Sahishnu:

The best individual performance of the day belonged to no one more deserving than Dharbhasana Lynn, who is re-writing himself with a 70+ mile day. He led the first and second-place holders to the line. In all, five finishers slipped past 60 miles.

Atmavir Spacil – 2700 miles = 44 days + 00:30:31