Wow, the full explanation is HUGE. This is the best post Barkley interview. It's a terrifying event, and anybody that gets passed 2 laps on pace is not only a hero, but a genius.
Avid follower of the GR (In fact, I told you this when I saw you out on the course - thanks for cheering). Dont often get to see live but usually can catch-up. I met Gary a few days before and again during the race. In both instances, he took time to say hello, ask how I was feeling, offer encouragement. I was impressed with his kindness and genuineness. When his finish occurred, I was already home, having needed to depart early to return to family. When I saw the vids popping up all over social media, I couldnt watch right away, because it was just too emotional, knowing the course and what it takes. I had to go back days later to see, and even then it was difficult. I was so heartbroken for him. When he hit the "that was easy" button before walking away, you saw that he was trying to, in a way, console everyone around - amazing. This episode with Gary ranks as one of your best ever! You showed so much respect, professionalism. You let it play out, even when it was most toughest for him; I can imagine as friend and interviewer, that this was difficult to do, but it resulted in something really special. Gary is a class act. Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us listeners and for the encouragement you offered me on course. As a "real person," you are most inspiring. You will get this beast done!
This guy is so inspiring ! I almost cried when I followed the race almost live. Seeing him talking about it in this interview is so emotional ! Also, Thank you so much for that moment Ginger Runner, your tears are also revealing your relationship with this great guy. Keep on going !! You're all inspiring ! From France...
Well I am very late to this video (one of the few videos I've not watched yet on YT re: GR/Barkley stuff, as the story is so engaging) but hearing Garys humbleness is just amazing (not least acknowledgement of John Kelly at 24 mins)...I hope he manages to finish sometime soon! It is also telling of his character about how much he considers his family in the decisions he makes, just so refreshing to hear.
Wow! As usual anything that has to do with Gary Robbins will be super powerful and this episode of GRL lived up to it. Too bad It is not practical for me to join the live show b/c it is in the middle of the night for me but that was fun to watch even in the archived version. Can't wait for it to be uploaded to iTunes so I can take it with me on a run. I also can't wait for the documentary to come out! That will probably be super awesome!
What an awesome story! You only appreciate the effort more when you hear Gary's emotions...hats off to this man 💪🏻👍🏻 fingers 🤞🏻next year! I'm sure with the correct weather conditions, he'll complete it!
How does anyone give this a thumbs down??!!! This just shows you how much Gary gave to the Barkley. Gary you are a rock and will be a Barkley finisher!!
Ethan and Kim, I watched this live on Monday and it was SPECTACULAR!! Thank you for putting these on every week, the ultra community owes you a huge thanks! And to Gary - you're a stellar athlete and a true gentleman. Your passion and commitment to the sport, to the race, and to your family are incredible. We can all learn from this interview. Thanks!
I think I watched this video over 100 times. It is one of my favorite media to watch. I get some emotional and inspired by the whole episode. Thank you for awesome.
I watched this several days ago and it left me thinking about why it was so touching. When people speak of courage in distance running, so often it is centered on the courage to get out the door or get on the starting line. Gary decision to go for it at hour 56, was courageous, because of the pain that he was forcing himself to endure with a high certainty of failure. The rawness of this decision made me tear up along with Gary his courage is uncommon. I was a collegiate runner and I came across such a couple such decisions during races and never had the courage to fail. If I'm lucky enough to every face a decision like this again, I'm going to take my cue from my new hero Gary Robbins.
Premier in Seattle again!!! Pleaaaassseeee! A film tour is so exciting to hear! You guys are the best. Thank you so much Ethan, Kim and Gary. Incredible show! See you in Squamish!
That was riveting! One of the most intense stories I have heard in a while. Gary Robbins is a beast! I look forward to following the rest of his career.
Damn. The fact he put his head down and buried himself at the intersection even realizing it was technically impossible to come under the time, dealing with no water and hyperthermia yet refused to take quitters road shows Gary's True Grit.
He talks about it here: www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/as-it-happens-wednesday-edition-1.4067620/sleep-deprived-canadian-ultra-marathoner-recalls-critical-error-in-fog-at-barkley-marathons-1.4067626
A Brazilian [or south american?!] have never been invited to a Barkley Marathon! I want soooo bad to be the fisrt one, but it's almost impossible to find the email and informations to it. Help Ginger! rs...
What a heartbreak to miss it by 6 seconds!! Not to be presumptuous About Gary's training regimine but a race like this has many facets of training. From my experience they are physical not just strength training and doing road work but also getting used to pushing yourself with sleep and food deprivation (I used to do road work and run half and full marathons after depriving myself with food and sleep for 48 plus hours back in the day as a part of my training regimine), and the mental - making friends with your environment especially when its pitch black out as well as other sub variables that can break us that are shear mental forces, calculating time variables knowing our cadence and breaking down the 100 by required coverage per hour, and last but not least reading and understanding how to read a paper map, understanding longitude and latitude and knowing how to read a compass (you can get high quality military grade ones now for 20 bucks). He didnt make it because he got lost but hes got what it takes and proved it. I remember my mentor to train me this skill would tell me his location in the forrest at 1 am when you cant see the hand in front of your face if the light was off with longitude and lattitude parameters, the give me a map and a compass, and take me by the hand blindfolded then I had to find camp with just the compass and stars in the sky. Anyhow I dont mean to say that this was the issue but as a viewer and former enthusiast just throwing it out their. It breaks my heart but he has a lot to be proud of no doubt! He still accomplished what only a handful of people on this planet can do so I give him all my respect! I also get excited to see how this sport has evolved so mush! If I was only 21 again! Anyway, thank you for giving our sport the representation and respect it deserves !
Hell, that was the most intense race recapture I watched on video. Gary Robbins rocks.
Wow, the full explanation is HUGE. This is the best post Barkley interview. It's a terrifying event, and anybody that gets passed 2 laps on pace is not only a hero, but a genius.
This was incredible, the raw emotions are unreal, thank you Gary for your honesty. Very inspirational!
Avid follower of the GR (In fact, I told you this when I saw you out on the course - thanks for cheering). Dont often get to see live but usually can catch-up. I met Gary a few days before and again during the race. In both instances, he took time to say hello, ask how I was feeling, offer encouragement. I was impressed with his kindness and genuineness. When his finish occurred, I was already home, having needed to depart early to return to family. When I saw the vids popping up all over social media, I couldnt watch right away, because it was just too emotional, knowing the course and what it takes. I had to go back days later to see, and even then it was difficult. I was so heartbroken for him. When he hit the "that was easy" button before walking away, you saw that he was trying to, in a way, console everyone around - amazing.
This episode with Gary ranks as one of your best ever! You showed so much respect, professionalism. You let it play out, even when it was most toughest for him; I can imagine as friend and interviewer, that this was difficult to do, but it resulted in something really special.
Gary is a class act. Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us listeners and for the encouragement you offered me on course. As a "real person," you are most inspiring. You will get this beast done!
This guy is so inspiring ! I almost cried when I followed the race almost live. Seeing him talking about it in this interview is so emotional ! Also, Thank you so much for that moment Ginger Runner, your tears are also revealing your relationship with this great guy. Keep on going !! You're all inspiring ! From France...
Love this guy!!! His passion for this race is unbelievable. I don’t think I’ve ever rooted so hard for a guy to get this sucker won!!!
Well I am very late to this video (one of the few videos I've not watched yet on YT re: GR/Barkley stuff, as the story is so engaging) but hearing Garys humbleness is just amazing (not least acknowledgement of John Kelly at 24 mins)...I hope he manages to finish sometime soon! It is also telling of his character about how much he considers his family in the decisions he makes, just so refreshing to hear.
Loved the show! So emotional and soooo inspirational.... Gary Robbins, your a legend 👍
Wow! As usual anything that has to do with Gary Robbins will be super powerful and this episode of GRL lived up to it. Too bad It is not practical for me to join the live show b/c it is in the middle of the night for me but that was fun to watch even in the archived version. Can't wait for it to be uploaded to iTunes so I can take it with me on a run. I also can't wait for the documentary to come out! That will probably be super awesome!
What an awesome story! You only appreciate the effort more when you hear Gary's emotions...hats off to this man 💪🏻👍🏻 fingers 🤞🏻next year! I'm sure with the correct weather conditions, he'll complete it!
How does anyone give this a thumbs down??!!! This just shows you how much Gary gave to the Barkley. Gary you are a rock and will be a Barkley finisher!!
Cory Shetler jealousy
Ethan and Kim, I watched this live on Monday and it was SPECTACULAR!! Thank you for putting these on every week, the ultra community owes you a huge thanks! And to Gary - you're a stellar athlete and a true gentleman. Your passion and commitment to the sport, to the race, and to your family are incredible. We can all learn from this interview. Thanks!
I think I watched this video over 100 times. It is one of my favorite media to watch. I get some emotional and inspired by the whole episode. Thank you for awesome.
I watched this several days ago and it left me thinking about why it was so touching. When people speak of courage in distance running, so often it is centered on the courage to get out the door or get on the starting line. Gary decision to go for it at hour 56, was courageous, because of the pain that he was forcing himself to endure with a high certainty of failure. The rawness of this decision made me tear up along with Gary his courage is uncommon. I was a collegiate runner and I came across such a couple such decisions during races and never had the courage to fail. If I'm lucky enough to every face a decision like this again, I'm going to take my cue from my new hero Gary Robbins.
Gary you deserve the world for putting so much effort into this race!
Premier in Seattle again!!! Pleaaaassseeee! A film tour is so exciting to hear! You guys are the best. Thank you so much Ethan, Kim and Gary. Incredible show! See you in Squamish!
That was riveting! One of the most intense stories I have heard in a while. Gary Robbins is a beast! I look forward to following the rest of his career.
Epic show best ever! So inspirational thank you Gary and Ethan.
loved the show - so inspiring and overwhelming!
Finally arrived, waiting from a long time for this interview!! Thanks Ethen :)
Wow, what a strong interview. Very emotional. Mr Robbins - you are SO bad ass!
I've been waiting for this interview..
Gary Robbins is a Canadian hero
BEST EPISODE EVER. Been waiting for this one.
What a truly incredible interview
Stunning show guys and a real look into the mind of a great dude and ultra runner! Complete respect for Gary.. i'm off to listen to Smashmouth!
Great show guys - Gary is an awesome guy!
Damn. The fact he put his head down and buried himself at the intersection even realizing it was technically impossible to come under the time, dealing with no water and hyperthermia yet refused to take quitters road shows Gary's True Grit.
All I can say is wow. Beyond epic!
So excited for this episode. Love Gary. 😍😍
Love him even more now.
Absolute legend.
One of the best shows EVER!!!
Thank you for this.
Loving Kim's hair!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)
One things for sure...he knows what a good hockey team is 👌🏻
** you aren't crying alone **
So neat to hear from him about Barkley Marathons. Where did you get the “run wild run free” shirt?? I need it!
is that 'run wild' shirt from the run wild initiative?
What happened to the patreon post show??
19:30 Pull your sh*t together already! THAT'S HILARIOUS XD
Please come to Florida for the fun tour
Gary Robbins makes me proud to be Canadian.
The podcasts are not available through itunes anymore. Do you know why?
super duper great show !!!
Legend.
Nice interview.
Wish I could heart-react to a youtube video. All love to you Gary!
the last river crossing sounded dangerous, would have been interesting to hear how he assesses this decision and the related risks in hindsight.
He talks about it here: www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/as-it-happens-wednesday-edition-1.4067620/sleep-deprived-canadian-ultra-marathoner-recalls-critical-error-in-fog-at-barkley-marathons-1.4067626
thanks trent for the pointer!
Epic show..... What was the name of the race that Gary and Jared are running together?
ed becker Barkley marathons
fkt and the 50/50
what is the song, I am dying!
A Brazilian [or south american?!] have never been invited to a Barkley Marathon! I want soooo bad to be the fisrt one, but it's almost impossible to find the email and informations to it. Help Ginger! rs...
Can you review the Nike Air Zoom Vomero 12?
Good stuff !
Gary Robbins - A real Mentsh.
What a heartbreak to miss it by 6 seconds!! Not to be presumptuous About Gary's training regimine but a race like this has many facets of training. From my experience they are physical not just strength training and doing road work but also getting used to pushing yourself with sleep and food deprivation (I used to do road work and run half and full marathons after depriving myself with food and sleep for 48 plus hours back in the day as a part of my training regimine), and the mental - making friends with your environment especially when its pitch black out as well as other sub variables that can break us that are shear mental forces, calculating time variables knowing our cadence and breaking down the 100 by required coverage per hour, and last but not least reading and understanding how to read a paper map, understanding longitude and latitude and knowing how to read a compass (you can get high quality military grade ones now for 20 bucks). He didnt make it because he got lost but hes got what it takes and proved it. I remember my mentor to train me this skill would tell me his location in the forrest at 1 am when you cant see the hand in front of your face if the light was off with longitude and lattitude parameters, the give me a map and a compass, and take me by the hand blindfolded then I had to find camp with just the compass and stars in the sky. Anyhow I dont mean to say that this was the issue but as a viewer and former enthusiast just throwing it out their. It breaks my heart but he has a lot to be proud of no doubt! He still accomplished what only a handful of people on this planet can do so I give him all my respect! I also get excited to see how this sport has evolved so mush! If I was only 21 again! Anyway, thank you for giving our sport the representation and respect it deserves !
CANADIAN FILM TOUR!!!!!!!!!
Don't run a race when a nut job lights a cigarette to start it..
Idea for essay: failure is more interesting than success
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