I also kept running into dead ends on the trail. I would run into a cluster of bushes and then jump up some rocks and....there was no where else to go! I did see some mountain goats though which was cool. I also had to wait for a tour bus group of about 40 people walk by me. Many of them said Hi to me which I didn't expect for some reason.
Overall my run was all over the place. Lots of stopping and walking to take pics, video, be cautious, or just figure out where the trail was going. My gps battery died so I had no idea on my distance. There was one short maybe 300 yard section of trail that was nothing but soft red clay. It was slightly downhill and had periodic 2x4s embedded in the soil to prevent erosion. Those 2x4s were like little mini hurdles and with the clay so soft, it was easy to haul butt down the hill and feel like a gazelle for just a bit.
Here's a video of me running down a fairly steep hill. The rocks are not super jaggy here, but they are loose and round which makes them quick to roll on you. The Cascadia 5s did really well for me on this outing, giving my feet plenty of protection. I feel like I spent so much time hopping and twisting, that in many ways this run was really a core workout, maintaining balance constantly. I'm glad that I felt no unusual leg aches or pains today. So far, I am liking the Cascadias! I may have to revisit this trail later when I get a pair of minimalist trail runners to feel the difference for myself.
Maybe someday I'll laugh at this trail.
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