Race Review - Ohio Savage

This was the first race of a triple header we were running this particular weekend.  We had never done a Savage race and were a little apprehensive - the name alone created apprehension.  haha.

It was a fun race.  I would definitely do it again.  They had some intense hills and various obstacles we hadn't encountered before.  It was 6.5 miles, roughly with 30 obstacles.  It was a hot day but it was an enjoyable race.

Towards the end was Colossus.  It is a warped wall with a rope you have to run up the wall and grab the rope with hopes up getting yourself over it.  I wasn't going to do it but decided to go for it.  I got the rope and the two buddies I was racing with grabbed me.  It was a struggle.  I tried to pull myself up and after a few minutes I was gassed and they were gassed.  So, I hung there.  I refused to let go.  Finally with a grunt, I was pulled up and over.  I kept apologizing for being dead weight and useless haha.  Then we got to slide down a slide into water.

I attempted all but 3 obstacles so I felt accomplished.  I realized I am doing better this year than I had last - which is what it is all about.  Trying to be better than you once before - the only competition is with myself.

So the review of the event Ohio Savage:
Terrain - hills, mud, trails, obstacles, grass
Organization - pretty flawless
Cost - $75
Time of the race - 11am
Overall - fun race, beginner friendly, felt safe on all the obstacles, plenty of water stations
Swag - a medal, tee shirt
My Time - 2:45
Race #10(69 total to date)