TRAIL SHOPPING, PART I

Trail races typically have a much smaller support network when compared with their road brethren. In my only trail half-marathon, the aid stations were few and far between. While there's a men's restroom practically behind every tree, women's facilities are nearly impossible to find. Thanks for that Y-chromosome, Dad!

So... I decided to stock up on some treats for the race. I purchased some packets of GU Energy Gel in various flavors... Vanilla Bean, Chocolate Outrage, and Orange Burst. I picked Orange Burst because the packaging coordinates with my car. Good call!

I also picked up a pack of Carb Boom because I know Crazy Steph won't use anything else! I had to drive all over Roanoke to find it! OK, the truth is she HATES Carb Boom and the one in the photo was a leftover from the Hatfield-McCoy Marathon.