Brian wins Mountains to Sound Race
The 100-mile Mountains to Sound relay race was run yesterday in 90 degree heat. 25% of the proceeds of the race go to ONW/Northwest client Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust.
The race has 5 stages starting at Snoqualmie Pass at 3000′ and ending in Ballard, at sea level, a mile from my house. Most competitors are part of 5 person teams, but a few hardy souls attempt the race solo.
My friend Brian Bruininks was one of those people who ran it solo. I had the pleasure of running along with him for moral support the last 6 miles of the race, and watching as he won it all! It was truly an inspiring performance and I’m going to try to take some of his ability to “suffer well” into my next few races this summer.
Incredible work, Brian!
Also congrats to Pat Shaw who’s relay team broke the top 10 overall! Nice work Pat!
June 30th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
Thanks, Steve - it was fun to see you headed my way and to hear a familiar voice as I took off into the wind!
June 30th, 2008 at 8:39 pm
So fantastic to have Brian take the Iron #1 spot ! …..and he’s not from Bellingham !!!!
I’m teasing but what an awesome performance on a tough, hot day wracked with heat and crashes. I absolutely love this race and enjoy the heck out of putting it on.