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I used to get horrible problems with calves and did a bit of gymwork to build them up. I would assume then he is looking at taping the calves to support the achilles, by effectively giving the tendon the support. Hence I dont see why you cant have both as they are doing different things. I tend to wear compression tights for all races in any case and think they are great and really aid recovery afterwards.
I've had both in the past, tho not for a full 100 so I dont know whether there is an aggravation/chafeing factor. If it does kick in, you can always rip the tape off!
WiB I can't say i have a preference because i wouldn't normally use either but after the problems i've had lately i'm paranoid about further injury. If i was to choose i wouldn't wear guards unless i was getting real good benefit.
I thought about both pmo but wasn't sure if it would have the desired effect.
What would be the desired effect do you think and are you worried one would counteract the other?
Think i'll get taped up on Friday anyway seeing as it's a freebie..
I suppose with tape pulling the muscles up and compression squishing it in i did think they may act as opposing forces when i really need the achilles protected more than anything.
Probably over thinking it..
yep - if you think it thru they are not contradicting each other. If anything you are over squishing it if you put it like that. If they were contrdicting then one would be squishing and the other would be pulling - but here they are not
And as its a freebie then ust ear in mind, if you feel it chafe, then rip it off
Ah ok... get stuck into some tape then
Going back to the earlier point about the baselayer - I had taken that to mean a spare top at all times. Seems sensible incase it does turn cold fast, and you're not moving so fast.
Your baselayer will always be spare until you put it on.
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I'm not happy about carrying it round my waist so may have to change to a bigger pack.
As far as the calf guards issue is concerned I have ditched mine in favour of compression sox. Don,t know if they make a real difference but they make me " feel better prepared". For me running through the night is all about my frame of mind.
The kit is all rather minimal compared with Mountain Marathons so it will all go into my 20l pack padded out with bubble wrap to stop bounce.
I will probably stick with my shorts and wear a long sleeve top then. That way i only have to get my waterproofs in my pack.
Hoping I can make it a hat trick of 100s for 2012!
I will be taking this particular one very seriously.
Taking into account the weather conditions, it might just be the hardest of the Centurion events!
It's looking pretty wet until early Sunday on the forecast in front of me. Only worry is my feet. I'm trying bees wax hand cream to stop them mascerating - seems OK up to 30 miles (Caesars Camp) so fingers crossed
Bees wax handcream? Do you apply it like vaseline or body glide?
How did you get on at Caesars pmo?
Apply it for a few days before the race, and it leaves a thin layer of wax on your feet - it's like a natural barrier cream. My toes didnt have a wrinkle after 6 hours of wet feet at CC.
In the end I stopped after the 30 - predictably - the conditions were appalling. I didn't see the value of just trudging it out, and was worried about injuring myself. Worked out reasonably well as I was able to put in a decent training week following that.
Will be interested to hear how that goes at the weekend then.
I thought the first couple of laps were ok at CC but the 2nd half of the course was pretty churned up for the last 30 miles of the 50. My legs were fine but my hips were a bit sore after all the sliding around!
Me too
It was all pretty tough after the 50 and 100s had chrned it up for 12 hours. I managed to turn my ankles a few times where there were hard bits in the mire - one so bad it made my knee hurt, but got through in one peice. Also got really tired at around 3:30, just a bit dazed and lost focus for around 30 minutes, but got myself back together again. Wonder how many times I'l go through that this wekend....
Lirish, how do the sealskins work out if you have sweaty feet? I'd assumed that they would hold it against the skin? I tried drymax, and found my feet were wetter with them than without.
It's too late for me to try them before the race now - had my last run yesterday, just 48 hours to go
My last run was a couple of weeks ago, in fact I think is weekends run may total more mileage than I've done in the last month
Looking for a positive, at least you'll be well rested
I'm feeling less fresh than I'd like. Not coping too well with tapering, legs were very keen last night. Must remember to go out nice and slow...
Feet maceration is a major prob for me. Hope the dregs in my hydropel bottle lasts the race. That and 25 mile sock changes should see me right.
Pmo I used sealskinz on day 2 of the omm . 6 hrs of bog and rain but my feet stayed fairly dry. ( I normally sweat a lot !) . I shall have them in my drop bag as I don,t know how well they will stand up to longer distances. If I put them on I will take spare socks in my pack.
O dear. Just checked the forecast and it looks horrendous..
Nice.
I just can't get myself worked up for this, really not excited at all about running, very very tempted to just say feck it and have the weekend to myself..
Wet and windy is better than hot and humid for me.
All hell is breaking loose down here in devon. Several rivers overflowing their banks. Does the Thames ever actually overflow onto the towpath on the first two legs?