The F3 South Cary Pineapple Express had yet again another phenomenal BRR run this year. It was a year of records in YHC’s mind – 20th running of the race, typical perfect temps and untypical zero rain, and what seemed to be a higher-than-normal number of wildlife encounters – deer + bears + roaming, unfriendly dogs.

We had 7 veterans and 2 BRR FNGs this year on the Express and the team did a strong job conquering the mountains…always in good spirits and encouragement of each man.

Upon reflection this year, I would say BRR is one of the hardest but also the best experiences I’ve had in F3. It’s hard mainly because of the logistics…from a when/where do I need to be and when/where the heck am I going to rest, sleep, eat, poop, clean-up, etc. It’s hard…and I’ve done it 3 years in a row, but I would also say it’s the best experience YHC has had in F3 due to the 2nd and 3rd F that naturally unfolds throughout the training and then in the fellowship with one another and the other F3 teams throughout the actual weekend. YHC yet again learned so much about the team through our fellowship this year including…Full House’s unflappable its-going-to-be-alright confidence…to Trickle’s ability to train, overcome significant injuries, and crush it (mate had a great race this year)…to Hermes’ stand-up comedian worthy commentating talents and boundless energy (80+ mph laser-focused drive home, again)…to Badda’s 9 levels of deep knowledge of his business…to Bing’s ability to not miss a single detail (ever) and constantly problem solve ahead of any potential issue…to Hallmark’s sleeper fitness status (surprise performance of the year, just a Terminator out there)…to Flop’s natural, easy-going 2nd F abilities to just show up, drop in, and not miss a beat with any of us despite being more of a South Wake HIM , and to Sherpa’s semi-pro cooking abilities…the guy is a magician with Italian food, who knew?, but I also thoroughly enjoy his overall perspective on life being one of the most broadly experienced and well-travelled people I’ve ever encountered.

To be on a mission with these 8 men for 30+ hours, where each one’s performance is dependent on the other, and where your spirit is being lifted and sharpened by one another throughout the first day, throughout the dark (and humor) of the night that follows, and then through the much-needed dawn of the next morning…well, there is just nothing quite like it.

Word did reach us that a prayer was said at the AMBRR for us and all the F3 BRR teams, that was much appreciated. We also fully enjoyed seeing the AMBRR results rolling in on Strava, especially in light of so many PRs and the awesome 3rd F on display. It really looked like an amazing event and kudos to IC, the SAG crew, and of course all the runners.

In closing…and pardon the admittedly sleep deprived thoughts to follow…but shortly we will be in fall…Christmas will be here before we know it…and then again it will be a new year. In light of the awesome events this weekend, YHC would humbly encourage all of us to seize the days, weeks, and months remaining of 2024. Let’s close out the year with some more epic moments like these this weekend…growing in our bonds of brotherhood…and most importantly becoming better and stronger men through serving one another, our families, and the greater South Cary community.

MIAGD
MIAGW
MIAGM
MIAG2024!

Yours in all 3 Fs,
Vegemite

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19 HIMs took to the CleaVer on this 94% RH morning to get very sweaty. Launch times were staggered and all paces were welcome on this inclusive Cleaver. Congrats to the first timers and those that conquered the beast yet again. MIAGD, gents.

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Four HIMs conquered 10 miles of what seem to be the most turn-y-est route ever for a beautiful session of BRR training. No shortage of hills and great mumblechatter covering dreams and hydration then RFK Jr and Whistling Diesel durability tests in the post run water-teria.

Somewhere out there we had a flyby of several rucking PAX with a spotting of Cauliflower.

YHC took us out.

MIAGD!

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Seven for a loop through the mostly woods. Good company this morning, MIAGD!

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Umstead loop with 3 Scary boys, a south wake PAX and flops friend. Nice morning. Flop and friend ran some more after the loop.

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3 for a close to home route with 9 miles, some good hills and good fellowship on a beautiful morning.

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Half of Team Express rolled through the standard Umstead trail for 7.5. Trickle remained clutch coming through with a pick up of the six and refreshments on ice at the end. Half of the half stayed for coffee.

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9 took to the paths at 2 departure times for 7 miles of fellowship. Great way to start the weekend. MIAGD!

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Nice beautiful morning at Thunderstruck…no flag though.

Warm-up: Good Mornings , calf and pigeon stretches, Sir Fazios, seal claps .

Main Event :

AMRAP – 1 minute workout station. 10 second rest. PAX Choice of 1 minute run, squats, or burpees. 10 second rest. REPEATO .

Stations –

1. Chest Press
2. Kettlebell Swings
3. Chest Flys
4. Romanian Deadlifts
5. Curl to Press
6. Rock Your Bodies
7. Kickbacks
8. Homer to Marges with bell
9. Weighted WWIIs
10. Bent Over Rows
11. IYTs
12. Goblet Squats

Burnout with 15 shoulder-tap merkins.

COT –

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Peak City Cornhole Tournament 6/3. Check slack.
TCP Sawgrass tomorrow

/ PRAYERS/PRAISES

Clay battling prostrate cancer
Cole (15 yo) who has religious OCD
Debbie who has lost her husband
Chewie and M traveling this weekend
Chewie 34 days Q in row.

MIAGD MTFBWY

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We had 14 out this am… +\- 2

Most did the bootcamp, 2 rode their bikes, and a few sneaked in at COT.

Warm-up: Good Mornings , calf and pigeon stretches, Sir Fazio/Fazio Sir , seal claps .

Main Event :

AMRAP – 1 minute workout station. 10 second rest. 1 minute choice of pickle mosey , or burpees, or squats. 10 second rest. REPEATO .

Stations –

1. Chest Press
2. One Arm Overhead Press
3. Chest Flys
4. Romanian Deadlifts
5. Hammer Curl to Press
6. LBC’s
7. Homer to Marge
8. IYTs
9. Kettlebell Swings
10. Chainsaw Rows
11. Kickbacks
12. Rock Your Bodies

The Burnout: 10 burpees and 10 shoulder-tap merkins.

MIAGW

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