Gabe Ayson
Austin TX
Years Running: since 1999
Years Running Trails: since 2002
Why did I start Running Trails: I used to mountainbike in the same parks I now run. I like the technical aspects such as the climbs, steep downhills, and slalom through the trees. And occasional falls . . .
Favorite Trail Shoes: Montrail Hardrock and Continental Divide, stiff but protection only comes one way.
Favorite Running Trails: Barton Creek Wilderness Park (Greenbelt), Forest Ridge, Bandera
Favorite Trail Running Foods/Beverages: Cliff bars, Sustain Energy and Spiz
Likes/Dislikes about Trail Running: loose rocks
Favorite Trail/Ultra Races: Bandera 100k. Only local venue that pushes you to the limit.
How do I Train?: I do long out and backs in the greenbelt and Bastrop. From my house, I’ll run to Ken’s/Bull Creek to Forest Ridge. Also hill repeats on Jester Blvd.
Personal Running Goals: To finish.
Fantasy Running Goal: Finish first in my age group
Favorite Running Quote: Just do it