So this weekend was the NorCal Tough Mudder challenge and a ton of us (30 some I think) from CFSC/CFMV went up to compete as a team. And it was quite the challenge and a great time. Myself and Joan finished the course in 3:45, and I’m happy to say that I made it through all the obstacles! Including making over the Dragon Wheels and up the Berlin Wall in one go!
Even though the obstacles where a challenge most of the time, over I feel like it wasn’t that bad due the pace we took and I feel like I could have pushed harder. However, as the Tough Mudder pledge says “I put teamwork and camaraderie before my course time”… I know this was a big challenge for Joan and I stuck with her through it… even when she was cursing me out during our swim through the icey cold pond at the top of the mountain. That is a moment I will not forget ;-P
One of the best things about the event was the camaraderie of everyone. Everyone was helping everyone get over the 8ft high Kentucky Derby obstacle. And we even teamed up with another gal (Victoria) who was doing the event solo… props to her! And congrats her and Joan on finishing the course!! We are tough enough!!!
Several folks are thinking of going to one of the other Tough Mudder events, either SoCal or Austin… I’m considering joining them for one, as I would like to give it another go.
The Course
Boa Constrictor
Post finish beer (Joan and I)