I teared up when Rascal said, "Because I've asked her to do things that are impossible, and she still somehow does it. She whines and complains about it, but she still somehow does it." The idea of someone at Tara's level whining and complaining really humanizes this incredible feat, and somehow makes it seem even more impressive and beautiful to me.
This is one the most amazing sports accomishments of all time, because of the 40+ day length of: the sustained courage, pain, and all out effort. Plus, the training that went into being fit enough to do this. Absolutely remarkable!
I teared up at the end, good for Tara. I’d say it’s a noteworthy accomplishment for this year from the world of sports. Let’s not forget that in 2024 Jasmin Paris conquered Barkley, and did so in unintentional dramatic fashion at the finish line with seconds to spare. On August 31, Kilian Jornet finished his Alpine Connections project, linking all 82 4,000 meter peaks of the Alps in a jaw dropping 19 days. But… Candy Mama averaged somewhere around 55 miles/+13,000’/18 hrs per day for 40 days straight on a trail that is often more so just a series of rocks and tree roots to take the overall AT FKT…so you’re right, total bad@$$ and legendary performance. I didn’t think 2024 could top 2023.
She’s talented but in the past decade other women have held the overall FKTs on the AT and PCT. And i think AZT and possibly more. She’s not an anomaly.
Dang ladies, first Courtney’s mind blowing triple, then Jasmin’s epic Barkley finish now this! wtf is happening!? Sooo amazing and inspiring. Guys your gonna have to pick it up if you’d wanna stay in the game 😆 Huge historic accomplishment Tara 😊
Oooooof! This was freaking awesome Tara and TEAM!!! Love the race car analogy. Pretty sure HOTTOGO is gonna be the sound track of summer running here in NZL!! You guys crushed this thing... Chump Change indeed!! ❤❤❤❤
This conquest is something unbelievable. I'm an ordinary runner and I can't imagine what it's like to run 80km on the trail for 40 days in a row. A woman's strength is limitless! Congratulations, Tara!
Ahh frigging mazing!! Saw a clip on the news and it blew me away. You’ve come a long way, baby, from the Dower Duo days. Congratulations, Tara, you are a machine.
An epic feat for the ages, I am so in awe. I got to chat with her support crew in Shenadoah NP and they were incredibly fun and friendly. Later I got to see Tara and JP run by. It made me wish I were 30 years younger and as daring and bold as them.
Not to take anything away from Courtney, but I don't think her 2024 really compares to Katie's 2024 simply because of less competitive races. Katie blew the roof off two of the most competitive women's hundred milers of all time. I have a tough time comparing a FKT to race results, but this is obviously extremely impressive. Also, Jasmin's Barkley finish is obviously similarly historic.
Watching this while holding my six month old daughter while she sleeps with tears in my eyes. I’ll show her this one day as proof she can do anything she wants
Amazing....!! What does overall FKT mean......I know supported, self supported, unsupported.......just curious....any how not sure how anyone can do what she just did.......!!!!
Something I have not been able to find the answer to. Did she run the red route or did she run another route that was shorter. Did she run the whole trail or did she do bypasses? Can't find the answer to this.
when you put it that way, you could make the argument that there are only a few basic storylines in any given domain and everything ever produced is an homage to one of the 4 or 5 forms..you might like reading the book "Story" by Robert McKee..talks about this at length
Please don't do this to the AT, it should be enjoyed for it's beauty and ecology. If you want to do a race, do a marathon or a Mudder, or some other insane invention to prove how tough you are before you blow out your knees, hips or ankles, and suffer the permanent injuries. Moderation in all things is a smart guide to life.
We are in awe of Tara's tenacity and so honored to support her.
Brings tears to my eyes
I teared up when Rascal said, "Because I've asked her to do things that are impossible, and she still somehow does it. She whines and complains about it, but she still somehow does it." The idea of someone at Tara's level whining and complaining really humanizes this incredible feat, and somehow makes it seem even more impressive and beautiful to me.
This is one the most amazing sports accomishments of all time, because of the 40+ day length of: the sustained courage, pain, and all out effort. Plus, the training that went into being fit enough to do this. Absolutely remarkable!
I teared up at the end, good for Tara. I’d say it’s a noteworthy accomplishment for this year from the world of sports. Let’s not forget that in 2024 Jasmin Paris conquered Barkley, and did so in unintentional dramatic fashion at the finish line with seconds to spare. On August 31, Kilian Jornet finished his Alpine Connections project, linking all 82 4,000 meter peaks of the Alps in a jaw dropping 19 days. But…
Candy Mama averaged somewhere around 55 miles/+13,000’/18 hrs per day for 40 days straight on a trail that is often more so just a series of rocks and tree roots to take the overall AT FKT…so you’re right, total bad@$$ and legendary performance. I didn’t think 2024 could top 2023.
@@user-ze9uy5iq5oYou make a great point about Jasmine Paris and Barkley.
More than two marathons a day for 40daya straight... that's superhuman/superhero type stuff.
She's definitely a different breed of athlete.
Congratulations, Tara, to you and your team. God bless and heal you. You have a lot of courage.
Candy Mama half-moons the world 2:55 and keeps going! She can’t be stopped. Congrats to Tara and crew for one awesome FKT!
What a baddie, she’s single-handedly elevated women in sport with this
She’s talented but in the past decade other women have held the overall FKTs on the AT and PCT. And i think AZT and possibly more. She’s not an anomaly.
I think a better description is she single-handedly elevated sport in general. Set a new benchmark for all.
Yes!!! Finishing with her glitter. This is so awesome- amazing Tara! and Team!
Great insight into an amazing achievement. Just incredible.
Incredible. ☺️ thanks for bringing us these scenes!
This is great! Thank you for sharing and inspiring us.
Absolutely incredible!
What a cool video. Thanks for sharing.
This is mind blowing.
Wow. Truly inspiring achievement!
WOW, AMAZING, thank you for showing girls what they can do. Tara-wow- ur awesome
Go, Tara!
Dang ladies, first Courtney’s mind blowing triple, then Jasmin’s epic Barkley finish now this! wtf is happening!? Sooo amazing and inspiring. Guys your gonna have to pick it up if you’d wanna stay in the game 😆 Huge historic accomplishment Tara 😊
Congratulations, Candy Mama and Crew! You’re one heck of a race car, Tara! ❤🎉
I can't even wrap my mind around this and she DID IT
Awesome short film! These last 129 miles were intense. 🤯🥰🍭🏃♀️➡️🍭
So cool. Congrats!
Amazing!
Oooooof! This was freaking awesome Tara and TEAM!!! Love the race car analogy. Pretty sure HOTTOGO is gonna be the sound track of summer running here in NZL!! You guys crushed this thing... Chump Change indeed!! ❤❤❤❤
So awesome! Congrats!
This conquest is something unbelievable. I'm an ordinary runner and I can't imagine what it's like to run 80km on the trail for 40 days in a row. A woman's strength is limitless! Congratulations, Tara!
That's Awesome! Congrats!!!
Thanks for watching!
So inspiring 🥲
What an incredible feeling!
So freaking proud of Tara and the pit crew ❤️🙌
Wow. Like following a rainbow and reaching a pot of gold. Your amazing.
Well said!
Nothing short of awe inspiring! A trail blazer in every sense.
Insane!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉
Leveling up the sport for sure
Unbelievable!!! What an amazing individual AND team effort. Humans are bloody amazing when we pull together
How does Tara look so fresh at the end that far in?!!
Excellent!
Ahh frigging mazing!! Saw a clip on the news and it blew me away. You’ve come a long way, baby, from the Dower Duo days. Congratulations, Tara, you are a machine.
Go Tara!!!!
Totally an electrolyte loss event for my eyes. Congratulations. 🎉🍾 So awe inspiring.
Incredible!
Thanks for watching!
Holy crap! This JUST happened! This is so awesome.
Right?!
That is fantastic. Great accomplishment. Take a rest
Tears! OverAll Baby - Overall!
Woo!
Love this ❤
She surely earned a Barkley spot.
This is amazing! Congratulations!
Thanks for watching too!
Congratulations Tara and the crew! I believe that record will stand for many years. 😊🎉❤
Congratulation Tara! That is one hell of a life goal completed! You are a beast girl! I LOVE IT!
Fucking rad!!! Way to go Tara and team!! Thanks for the vid.
Credit to the great Emily Cameron! Thanks so much for watching
Great😍👍
An epic feat for the ages, I am so in awe. I got to chat with her support crew in Shenadoah NP and they were incredibly fun and friendly. Later I got to see Tara and JP run by. It made me wish I were 30 years younger and as daring and bold as them.
Absolutely incredible undertaking and accomplishment. Congratulations to Tara and "the team". Woohoo!
Yepp!!!! And thanks for watching
Teammwork is so inspiring, especially in this venue
Uroy? I know Katie and Courtney both had banger years, but this feat by Tara feels transcendental.
Not to take anything away from Courtney, but I don't think her 2024 really compares to Katie's 2024 simply because of less competitive races. Katie blew the roof off two of the most competitive women's hundred milers of all time. I have a tough time comparing a FKT to race results, but this is obviously extremely impressive. Also, Jasmin's Barkley finish is obviously similarly historic.
This is so beautiful the whole thing
Appreciate ya watching! Shout out to the great Emily Cameron
Watching this while holding my six month old daughter while she sleeps with tears in my eyes. I’ll show her this one day as proof she can do anything she wants
Goose bump material.❤
Massive congratulations to her and her crew.
Total team effort!
Kenny Powers is the ultimate good vibes dude
Such a good guy
Tara?! I ran XC with here in high school for a moment at WFHS. The algorithm recommending this is insane!!
Choked me right up!
this is INSANE
That's why this sport is so friggin awesome
These aint raindrops in my eyes! F#*king so inspiring!
Amazing....!! What does overall FKT mean......I know supported, self supported, unsupported.......just curious....any how not sure how anyone can do what she just did.......!!!!
Good question! It just means that of all the formats you've mentioned there, she has the fastest time of any
@@runsingletrack Thanks
A real Muscle mommy. 💪🏼
Complete opposite of my quiet walk in the woods when I did the AT 20 years ago
And both are awesome experiences
❤❤❤
Something I have not been able to find the answer to. Did she run the red route or did she run another route that was shorter. Did she run the whole trail or did she do bypasses? Can't find the answer to this.
I did the entire Appalachian Trail end to end
That is a truly fantastic accomplishment. Congratulations.
Please interview Katharina Hartmuth
How many hours did Tara sleep?
3:37
Was that a Shane Gillis joke at 3:53?
Yea lol
😂😂
Can I get a heeelll yea?!
heeullllllllllyeaaaaa!!!!
I wonder if she enjoyed any vistas or a quiet night camping under the stars??? I see replies recorded for posts, but they have been wiped.......
I bet she did!
*Short Film
Tara Dower -an incredble ultramarathoner- an ultramarathoner completes -an amazing fkt- medicore fkt of the -popular- little known AT.
Camille is that you?
😂😂😂
Fastest racecar I ever seen
Imagine how fast a guy will do it in now!
All ultra videos are the same basically: look I'm tired and it hurts but I've got a lot of support staff! Okay, womp womp.
when you put it that way, you could make the argument that there are only a few basic storylines in any given domain and everything ever produced is an homage to one of the 4 or 5 forms..you might like reading the book "Story" by Robert McKee..talks about this at length
Please don't do this to the AT, it should be enjoyed for it's beauty and ecology. If you want to do a race, do a marathon or a Mudder, or some other insane invention to prove how tough you are before you blow out your knees, hips or ankles, and suffer the permanent injuries. Moderation in all things is a smart guide to life.
A Kenyan marathoner will eat this trail with an Empala around his neck.
I’d love to see it
@@taratreks you did well Tara. 2200 miles in just over a month.
I wanted to see more running and less sitting
basically had people carrying her
no wayyyy
Let’s see you try. Say you don’t understand the sport without saying you don’t understand the sport.
lol
Cool accomplishment, but being spoon fed??My lord lol
Yes and I loved it 😁
This is like buying the fastest car at a dealership, then winning races against home made cars. No real comparison . What’s the point?
Not sure I agree with the comparison here..in fact, I don't agree..lol
@@runsingletrack what did she do? Hand feeding? No pack ? Supported all the way. What was achieved? Do some thing the fastest? No challenge.
So let’s see you do it. We’ll wait. Oh you can’t? Thought so.
I’m
R u Tara treks?