BRIGHTON MARATHON 2023 RACE RECAP - DNF! - EDDBUD - RUNNING SHOE SELECTION and PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS

[@MrAsthenia]

Chin up Edd, you put in a solid effort and you can be proud of yourself for not giving up the instant disaster struck. As so many other commentators observed, you made the right choice. It's never easy to pull out of a race, but you were right not to risk a prolonged injury. I also ran the marathon that day, and I totally agree with your observations about the weird camber on some of the roads. I wore the Saucony Endorphin Pro 3, and the high stack combined with that strange camber trashed my lower legs. Unlike you however, I have absolutely no problem with walking towards the end of a marathon, and decided to do so. I was over half an hour slower than my goal time, but I've given myself the confidence that I can go the distance and cope with that amount of time on feet. I am sure we'll both learn from our experience and return to the marathon distance in the not too distant future. On a lighter note, imagine how much worse the pothole incident might have been had you worn your beloved Prime X Strung!

[@EDDBUD]

Thank goodness I wasn’t in the primex

[@EDDBUD]

Many thanks for the support! I appreciate it

[@RunDivision]

I tried to stick with the 3:15 pacers and expected around 7:25 ish pace and they were so fast after 4 miles I had to let them go and ended up running my own race. Didn’t go the way I had hoped the heat hit me at mile 18 and at 23.5 I had to stop due to cramp. Continued to run but could feel my other leg wanting to cramp so slowed down. Finished in 3:26 which was a 19 minute PB so can’t be sniffed at but already signed up for next year as the long term goal is a Sub3 👍

[@EDDBUD]

Good job on finishing at all. I was so upset. Hip at least is feeling fine now. It did warm up considerably didn’t it?

[@ABucc]

You absolutely did the right thing Edd. I know how tough it is to realize when it's time to stop. Your mind wants to keep going, but your body says stop. It's not worth the risk of further injury Edd. You handled it like a true professional 👏

[@songlooang1035]

Good on you making the wise choice. Keep it in the long game! There's next time, wishing you a speed recovery and all the best for the next block!

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks, will do!

[@laurainthehaute918]

Appreciate the marathon recap, Edd. It’s got to be hard to recap a disappointing race. But lots to be learned from a partial marathon (especially one in which you escape injury by letting it go)! All this will likely make the next one all the sweeter. Every marathon I’ve run has been a hungry beast of a different color. 🐈🐈‍⬛Your next one will be very different-in a good way!

[@dcjaybam]

You’ll be back, stronger than ever! I ran the Great Welsh Marathon over the weekend too as my first 42.2 and it was a similar-ish story… going along relatively smoothly at 3:15 pace until the hamstrings imploded at 35km and it was all gritted teeth from there to eventually cross at 3:37. Will stick to the half-marathons for now, with a view to a second shot at the full in Amsterdam, 2024. Here’s to better days ahead for the both of us, Mr. Bud! 🤙

[@daddyV88]

Wow you ran your first marathon at a 3:15 pace? What a beast! I don’t think I could run 5k at that pace

[@bhky]

Thanks for your sharing! You made the right decision! And I'm sure you will make it next time! Respect!

[@TheSiameseDreamer]

I'm sorry, Edd. A DNF can hurt so deeply. I'm glad to hear you're feeling more positive. I'm sure you'll get the next one.

[@ptheiss0428]

I ran my first marathon with a sore thigh. It was a stupid decision. Although I finished the race, I exacerbated my injury and was out for a couple months. Learned my lesson. You made the right decision.

[@EDDBUD]

👍🏼👊

[@alanorcharton8855]

There is always another race Ed - so you made the smart choice. Glad you took the positives and shared them thank you !

[@EDDBUD]

Stronger and wiser from the experience

[@NeillyVille]

There's always the next one Ed, stay strong 🙏🏿

[@EDDBUD]

🥈

[@jackkasperski2912]

Edd, you made the right decision. I believe there isn't a marathon runner who hasn't faced what you did, with a number of us abandoning a race None of us want to but like all you will be back! Bass! OMG! We can't get it any longer in the States!

[@babyyoda134]

Good call Edd. Sometimes it is harder to stop when you feel something's wrong. I've made that mistake in the past in training and regretted it. So smart move! I hope all is well and you can tackle your next challenge in full fitness. Those shoes have been a big time jinx for you!

[@EDDBUD]

Right on, I will be back soon

[@bearsareusjsbl]

Edd - the marathon distance is everything you can control, and all to frequently tempered by situations that you can’t. You were wise to have stopped as difficult as it must have been to make that decision. You will have another day, and what you learned from this experience will make your approach more refined in the future. You will prevail. Of that, I have no doubt.

[@EDDBUD]

I did learn lots here Steve. One viewer suggested I was overreaching on the pace which isn’t the case here. Weird some people have to provide such insight into others running experience based on nothing but a few clips! I appreciate as always your support right from the start. 👍🏼👊

[@twold4this]

Thanks

[@EDDBUD]

Much appreciated support 👍🏼👊

[@ThatRunningGuy]

Sorry to hear this Ed. I Can’t believe I didn’t see you at the start. My Brighton Marathon didn’t go to plan. First the 3:30 pacer decided to go to the loo at the start, so I was left in no man’s land. Then at 6 miles I started to get discomfort in my hip which only got worse. My concerns about the wave rebellion pro came true…they take all the pressure of your calf’s and put them on your hips and thighs. Wheels fell off at 18 miles but continued to the finish. Great atmosphere and event. Currently my thighs are in bits, which I’ve never experienced before.

[@EDDBUD]

Well done on soldiering on. My hip was really barking at me at that point!

[@amaditadicochea7502]

Sorry to hear! Plan for the next one! Omg the exact same thing happened to me with Adiós Pro 3 shoes. I ran a half marathon in them, by mile 11 they were starting to feel uncomfortable, like not enough cushion. Then I got a huge bloody blister on my right big toe on the outer part. So strange!

[@EDDBUD]

It’s a real stonker if a blister. Resorted to air Jordan’s to ease the pain!

[@L.J.HALL197]

Edd I’ve signed up for the Brighton Marathon next year 2024 so hope to see you there! 👍💪🙂

[@immortalrob1630]

Thanks!

[@EDDBUD]

Much appreciated Sir 👍🏼👊

[@benlockie4472]

Was cool to meet you sir, my race went ok in the end but the last 5k was a real struggle! Managed to finish in 3:13:40 so we’ll happy with that, your day will come soon enough 👍

[@EDDBUD]

Was superb to meet you Sir! Well done on the sub 3:15. Legendary stuff 👍🏼👊

[@perjrgenkristiansen8812]

Look to Norway and the Midnight Sun marathon in Tromsø, where I live. A running experience of a lifetime

[@Undertaker19732]

You did the right thing young Sir, up to that point you were running amazingly and should be proud of your efforts regardless. There is always another race 👍

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks Baz 👍🏼👊

[@d4ve3]

Gutted for you mate. Sounds like you made the right decision. Heal up and attack the next race!

[@phatkau]

Onwards and upwards Edd! Today's musical interlude is 👌 Khruangbin is always a good choice

[@EDDBUD]

Calm music for the mind 👍🏼

[@bpg201]

Ahh hell! That's such a bummer. Sorry to hear about that! Sounds like you made the right call. No point in hurting yourself further. I have some experience walking in a few of my marathon attempts...when my IT band knee pain or tight hamstrings flare up to the point where running was just not an option. I walked them all in and finished eventually....but that's not a lot of fun! At least you got the race day experience under your belt...will serve you well in your next attempt :)

[@EDDBUD]

Lots of experience gained 👍🏼

[@immortalrob1630]

Strong performance Edd. Always another marathon

[@EDDBUD]

Yes will be back for more my man

[@TolunayOrkun]

I know it feels gutted, but you will come back and do another marathon stronger. My best wishes!

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks for the good vibes. 👍🏼👊

[@superseagull33]

Hi Edd, sorry about your DNF, I also ran the Brighton marathon and saw you walking back in Hove, looking a little lost and annoyed and I shouted hello so that was me! well done for putting a positive spin on it all, being negative won’t help you’re right there. I finished 17 seconds under 4 hours (my goal) which I was obviously thrilled with so at least one of us had a good race mate. Tough conditions but that’s the usual here in Brighton. You’ll be back stronger I’m sure, hope to see you in Brighton again

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks for shouting out to me Tom. I was gutted. Felt a bit better after a beer or two in the Black Dove. Well done sir! 👍🏼👊

[@johnmakar2610]

Try some charcoal handwarmers in the gloves to start. You can ditch them if they get too hot, but they work great for me here in New England.

[@EDDBUD]

Ahh I’m willing to try anything John!

[@thomasnicholas3986]

Hi Edd, gutted to see the results page with your DNF. I waved to you at 1 5miles and then duly went over on a pot hole, also on the other foot at 4mile, roads were in a poor state. Fortunately not bad enough to put me out. Went on for a PB as I was aiming at 3.15 with yourself. Always the next one to look forward to!!!

[@EDDBUD]

Great job Thomas! It was quite dodgy on those roads.

[@karatechop]

Sorry to hear about your DNF, but I'm glad you weren't seriously injured. Also, Khruangbin's great. Excellent pick!

[@manueltan8962]

On to the next one ! Carry on

[@chun-wingng176]

Hi Edd, love the race summary. It’ll take a few attempts before nailing it! Best wishes for the next one👍-The Chaps who dressed like decorators at the start😂 (aka Chun)

[@EDDBUD]

Almost there. Was totally gutted about it but now I’m proud of what I did

[@nate8551]

07:40 spat my coffee out at that point. Pure lols

[@EDDBUD]

👍🏼🤣

[@edyvane]

Quest for the Goldilocks glove was conquered when I found a pair of Merino gloves that weren't thin. If the temps are colder a thin base layer glove underneath the Merino pair is used. Have used a pair of Nike thin gloves or even a pair of sensuous silk slipped under the Merino would be mint!

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks for the info Shane

[@johndudley2030]

Congratulations and commiserations! You'll be back and it sounds like you had a great event until then.

[@EDDBUD]

Yeah was rolling nicely for plan B time if I had managed to continue.

[@johndudley2030]

@@EDDBUD I've got London in less than 3 weeks. Swore I'd never do another road marathon yet here we are (this will be 3rd London). Feeling pretty good. I'm a lot slower than you but my goal is a safe finish. Much longer events to come later in 2023...

[@andrewlink7163]

Gutted for you Ed. Don't worry you'll nail it soon. Got my 3rd marathon next week - Newport - and probably shouldn't have watched this as I'm going through taper psychosis. Although I'll now be looking out for potholes. I'll raise a glass for you and hope to see you out there soon.

[@sledge144]

❤when I ran my marathon in October I brought a 1,5 euro plastic poncho to keep me warm before the start. Did a good job. Trapped my body heat to keep me warm. Took it off just 2 minutes before the start and put in a bin.

[@EDDBUD]

Good tip! Thanks

[@MrJermson]

We live to fight another day Ed. Thanks for the recap I believed the pacing group might be banking time. It is wise to communicate with them before the race starts.

[@nikargiropoulos9433]

Hi Edd - we met in Preston Park lower field by the Pavilion an hour or so before the start when we both admitted we were very cold! Sorry your first marathon didn't go to plan - this was my 8th - I've had 4 bad experiences previously due to inexperience or mistakes + on one occasion, an injury mid race like you. Nothing you could do about the pothole, but each one you learn a bit from - like you said maybe this time you could learn from your slightly hot pacing? But the course was a tough one regardless. Hope to meet you again and looking forward to seeing you complete your first full distance once you're recovered! I'm pleased to say this was my best one so far - breaking my PB from back in 2018 by 5 minutes, finishing in 3 hours 49 mins. Not quite the sub 3:45 i was looking for, but still very happy. I'm now recovering for London in under 3 weeks' time. Us 40 year olds have still got it :) EDIT: I wore the Adizero Pro 3s and they were perfect for the full distance.

[@EDDBUD]

Great running! Perhaps if I had been paying more attention to the road I could have seen it but I was firmly focused on the next point of reference.

[@MartinCharlton-ds7ro]

Easily done - I fell over a ‘sleeping policeman’ in Docklands one year during the London Marathon - took a drink at the wrong moment and just didn’t see it - finished the race bloody but unbowed!

[@EDDBUD]

Ouch!

[@MartinCharlton-ds7ro]

The policeman wasn’t best pleased either!

[@philrowley3063]

I’ve got a place at Manchester Marathon you can have from me if you want to jump straight back in and use your training block.

[@vimazi6243]

Bummer! But sounds like you're putting the race into the proper perspective. Onward!

[@TomSzczepanski]

Long time no comment Edd, but sounds like the right decision, the next race will be here before you know it!

[@paultimothyL]

Great video race recap! Sucks how it all happened 😢. You will smash your next one! Hope to see you in Boston. I'll be running it 😁

[@EDDBUD]

Best of luck on the race! Hope to see you there!

[@robin29991]

You did the right thing. I' ve DNFd before as well, and it sucks walking back to the start... Marathon season is far from over. If the leg is alright, you should definitely do another one soon:)

[@EDDBUD]

Yes more time and training to do. I’m not done yet

[@bh4560]

Always the next time mate! You are going for a rapid time too for a first marathon. Wow.

[@eulogyforadream]

I'm gutted. I was reloading Strava to check to see how you were doing. I know you will heal up and crush your next marathon.

[@RMSM0204]

Petrol station gloves, keep you warm at the start and the early part of race, then discard/put in pocket once hands are warm enough.

[@EDDBUD]

Good tip!

[@RMSM0204]

@@EDDBUD works really well. Hope your next run goes well and pothole hasn’t caused too much ‘damage’. Watching with interest as an ex- Somerset lad!

[@aeroman321]

Great effort Ed! I saw on your Strava the results on Sunday. Amazing pace despite the pot hole ending. Sure you'll smash the marathon distance in a difference race soon. I've got my first marathon in London in a few weeks and taken a lot of good advice from your channel. I love running fast but going to take it super easy for my first effort 👍(thats the plan anyway lol seems like it's a lot harder to resist to temptation on the day) !

[@EDDBUD]

Glad you enjoy the channel Neil. Good luck in London.

[@aeroman321]

@@EDDBUD thanks!!

[@johnmervyn-thomas9420]

Course improvement on last year and cooler weather helped to prevent dehydration and cramps. Most importantly better provision of water (bottles rather than cups) and energy gels was a winner.

[@EDDBUD]

Yes lots of water and gels which was ace. Just need to give the council some more cash for the roads. 🤣👍🏼

[@facundovillarroel5604]

Copenhagen marathon is on May 14th, and signup is still open... 5 ish weeks, so maybe enought time? Anyway, just saying...

[@kofuzi]

Ah, such bad luck there. Glad you’re not seriously injured

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks Mike. Hip is fine now, but learnt heaps of things from this initial attempt! 👍🏼

[@venkatpranesh9379]

super bro ..keep up with the recovery and you will be great ... you kind of motivate me to run ..thank you

[@EDDBUD]

Much appreciated 👍🏼👊

[@cornelisaugustijn2744]

Had the same experience with my first half marathon attempt, busy race, not optimal roads you don't know, and strained my calf and quit. Second half marathon I ran easy pace, just to finish the distance and third I was experienced and healthy enough for a goal pace. Sticking to 21k max at my age. Good luck with your next one!

[@EDDBUD]

It’s about the enjoyment and I was enjoying it to the 29km point!

[@Shirow-Kun]

I ran my first Marathon (Paris) this sunday with the Adios pro 2.0 too and had huge blisters at the big toes just like you described O_O

[@EDDBUD]

Quite painful now. Last shoe to do this to me was the original invincible.

[@iandroberts75]

Heartbreaking as it is, you did the right thing. I did the same at Manchester in 2016. It's now about how you bounce back which I'm sure you will. 💪 It was Milan for me on Sunday. 3:29 finish on a fabulous course, bit hot for my liking though! ☀️☀️☀️

[@JohnBrown-be6re]

Really enjoyed your race recap Ed, you have many more races to run yet and hope your leg is ok now.

[@EDDBUD]

It’s improving. Will test it out tomorrow

[@BGNewsReporter]

Hard luck mate, but you know you made the right call. We're all here waiting eagerly on your next adventure! Rest up!

[@EDDBUD]

Fingers crossed!

[@nicnak4475]

Hi Ed I always used to cut two holes out of a bin bag, for the arms, then you have a waterproof and windproof cover before you start. Regarding pace, I think most peeps slow a little in the last 10k of a marathon, so I personally used to make allowance for this by going slightly quicker at the start, however we are all different I know, Well done on your first effort at the marathon, it was unfortunate you got injured as I think you would have been near your target time, Always difficult on your first one to know what pace to run, experience means a lot in marathon running.

[@EDDBUD]

Next time for early morning waiting around a fleece will be on ready to discard on the start!

[@markvanstone2406]

You are stronger mentally and physically now - you soon be running marathons regularly … I run for pleasure so consider a DNF a learning exercise and not end of the world … good luck next one (honestly we all need that little bit of luck)

[@EDDBUD]

I calmed down and realised it was a good effort none the less.

[@chriscoop6852]

Sorry to hear brother. But sounds like you made the best choice. Sending healing vibes your way 🙏❤️

[@Kasper_Youkai]

👋🏽🦊 . . .Good decision for not pushing through an injury. There will be other races to be in than to be sidelined. . .💨👟🦁

[@xolisaathlete]

Speedy recovery Ed, there's always next time.

[@robwetherell]

Good call Edd. I’ve made the mistake of carrying on in a race and paid for it for quite some time. Ended up with me needing physio sessions and time out of running. Here’s to the next one! 💪

[@tonybowen455]

Darn! Love your positivity though!

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks Tony. Learnt loads from it though.

[@jasonupton6588]

It was great to see you and cheer you on when you ran past me around the level and it's a shame that you had to drop out. Your right the pot holes in Brighton are a nightmare, living and running in Brighton it's hard to avoid them I'm surprised that the ones on the marathon course were not sorted out before the day but you definitely did the right thing its always best to listen to your body rather than pushing it and there will always be other runs.

[@EDDBUD]

They need some extra tarmac out there. Same in my home town though. Roads are shocking these days.

[@MrShanebizzle]

Oh frown! Sounds like it was a bit of a mess from the beginning! Smart choice calling it early. Best of luck on your next race budd!

[@EDDBUD]

Lots of good experience learned though. I will be more prepared next time. May go round the course with a load of tar mac if I return.

[@severiner7168]

You've only got 2 legs and there are plenty more marathon so your decision sounds wise! It must have been so very hard. I remember before my first marathon changing my thinking to this is not the be and end all and I will not risk never running again for the sake of one race. What you run, you did very well and as you say a big learning. I'm thinking of doing Paris 2024... Well done again on your sterling effort!

[@xblackskiesx]

Great stuff edd, definitely made the right call but sorry to hear all the same, next time!

[@rochellewolf249]

Good on You👏👏! You made the Smart,Right,and Safe Decision!,👏👏 Never easy to pull out😔. No Regrets Dear,Lessons Learned, Wisdom Gained and Health to run another day.😖 Keep up the Good work. Thanks for Sharing🤗 Have an Amazing Day🌞 Rochelle Wolf (Michigan USA)

[@EDDBUD]

Lots of good experience gained here. 👍🏼👊

[@ibndirk1923]

I was there too on Sunday and said hello in the corral. Was a pleasure! I can see how the potholes could cause problems, came a bit too close for comfort to one myself at one point. They were not easy to spot especially when running in a crowd. Hard luck on the DNF. I’ve been there in a past marathon but my next race after that (a half) was my best ever result. Running goes like that sometimes I suppose. I really enjoyed Brighton, brilliant crowds, tough course and missed my 3hr target by a few seconds after suffering right near the end. If it’s any consolation you missed by far the worst part of the course, a totally dead stretch that goes away from the town at about km 37-39. It turned me into a wreck 😅

[@EDDBUD]

I did hear some comments on that final section! Good job on the race and thanks for the support

[@paulstarr6001]

Well done Edd. You made the right decision. You will conquer the marathon next time. I'm surprised you didn't stay on the Edd yacht while by the seaside 😅

[@multiplemiggs5189]

Wow , i had same happen , around 30k had to drop out injured... gutting

[@EDDBUD]

Hope you come back soon 👍🏼

[@martinbergmann7478]

Well u know the first thing that came into my mind :”good he did not choose the prime x strung for the race….” Because if you would have u maybe would have really gotten injured “hearing that the road wasn’t “clear”. Glad you are fine and i think u made the absolut right call to end at this point and that takes lots and lots of courage! Cheers

[@EDDBUD]

Yes a few extra mm could have been even worse.

[@andrewonmyway8184]

The force within you feels strong Edd. At least you learnt those pace makers are a pain in the backside. Cheering you on for your next marathon. Stockholm for me in June 😊

[@severiner7168]

that's a warm one I believe and not flat but it should be really lovely too. I hope you enjoy it!

[@andrewonmyway8184]

@@severiner7168 Cheers!

[@rubbeldiekatz7115]

Hey Edd, good to see you in better condition after your bone breaker misstep 💥 Nice race video even without a happy end. You are an inherent part of my running world and one of the few people who really entertain me. So keep it up and maybe we meet at any starting line ...

[@EDDBUD]

Many thanks for the positive vibes

[@markknee4421]

Gutted that this one didn't work out for you, but well done on not letting it get the better of you, and for knowing yourself well enough not to risk further damage by carrying on needlessly. Chalk it up as a training run and learning experience, and keep moving forward.

[@simoncarter1653]

Ed I get the lovely thick bin bags to wear before hand I felt it kept me just right for the run at Brighton. I must of fluked it as I got to drop my luggage off straight away. Unlucky with the dnf. I wore the adidas pro 3 amazing 🤩 I prefer them to the vapors v2. If it helps your dnf I got a 3 hour 46 second as I cramped up at the home straight to not get my first sub 3. Thank you for the content I did look out for you.

[@EDDBUD]

I would have paid a pretty penny for a bin bag! Schoolboy error not taking a more substantial item to discard just before the start. Sad you didn’t grab your sub 3 Sir 👍🏼

[@0herbier0]

A seasoned runner knows when to stop, kudos to you for making the right choice. Thank you for sharing your experiences. It helps a ton for newbies like me.

[@EDDBUD]

I feel a lot more seasoned now! A character builder. I will be back

[@kevinodonovan1593]

Hard luck, unfortunately they can't all go well, learn what you can from it and go again! Had one in particular I struggled badly at the end but gone from pb to pb since. For what it's worth, decide ahead of the race what shoes to wear, keep the morning as stress and decision free as you can. As you said, v important to keep the first couple of miles no faster than your target pace. I've found all too often pacers go off too fast. Last year was running with a couple I expected to be ahead off, about 19 miles they realized they were ahead and nearly stopped dead on the road

[@EDDBUD]

I always go out a bit to quick. Need to improve on that front

[@RUN-SC]

Sorry to hear about what happed Ed. I def think you should try to race again in the next 4-8 weeks while you are still at peak fitness if you can find a decent course with historically good weather. Taking up to a week off even will not affect your cardio at all. I have used the AF version 1 to break 3 hrs for the first time last fall. The VF version 2 also feels great and protective.

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks for the good vibes Marcus

[@Prinniev]

It was a good decision Edd. Your well-being is much important than the race. 🙌

[@EDDBUD]

My son is too quick now so can’t be injured our I can’t catch him!

[@soriano_runs1131]

Good effort for your first marathon. You’ll bounce back! I’m sure everyone in this comment section has had a bad race. It’s always great to reflect on both your training and race. Marathons are so unpredictable. That’s why I find myself wanting to race a few a year, even though I ask myself why the last 10k 🤣

[@rbcoolbartley]

Spot on analysis of the course. Got to watch out for the cats eyes in the road too along the seafront. Potholes break cars - don’t get me started on the politics of that subject here. Lots of lessons to learn, mine is I need to do more strength work and maybe a carbon plated shoe is NOT what I need for the marathon distance. Controversial?

[@EDDBUD]

It was a tough old course for sure. Flat ish. But some areas were testing.

[@MrWozzamills]

Sorry to hear your race didn’t go as planned Edd. In marathon racing you can’t plan for the unexpected! Onwards and upwards, you will come back stronger.

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks Warren 👍🏼

[@nathanbrooks148]

Hard luck Ed - I ran this one last year and got a friction burn on the inside of my right arm as a result of the crazy camber on the coastal road so was happy I wasn’t the only one who struggled with/ noticed this.

[@EDDBUD]

It was really angled at one point.

[@willydiaz1417]

Nice effort sorry it didn’t go your way, but that’s going to make you tougher for the next one!!!

[@EDDBUD]

Yes it will for sure. I learnt a lot from this race regardless of the outcome. Thanks for the support Willy

[@robinatter8934]

Sorry to hear about the pot hole. Would Edinburgh be an idea for a marathon whilst you have the training behind you?

[@Scuba_Son]

Same thing happened to my wife. I was pacing her during her race. Ended up hobbling it in, it was her first half marathon. She has since ran many more half's and a full coming in a month.

[@EDDBUD]

Hope she’s ok and recovers soon

If I may say so, what you want is a "warm", flat marathon: Valencia in early December or Seville in mid-February are ideal. Anyways, congrats on your effort and your superb contents.

[@EDDBUD]

Good to know!

@@EDDBUD I'm sure Ben Parkes, Ben Is Running or Ben and Mary Bridges would give the same piece of advice.

[@edyvane]

Great recap, what sunnies were you wearing?

[@EDDBUD]

Sungod ultras. So good I forgot I was wearing them and thought it was overcast. 🤦🏻‍♂️👍🏼

[@sjefvanderlans]

Bad luck Edd. Better luck next time. Thanks for sharing your story 👍

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks for watching!

[@chrisgrayson353]

Sorry for your troubles Ed but kudos for your positive attitude towards this mishap! Sign up for an upcoming marathon as you've trained really well...Once your recovered 🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@chrisgrayson353]

Oh and treat yourself to the fast approaching Red Prime x strung 😅😅😊😊😊

[@EDDBUD]

Thank you! Will do!

[@SaraEllen-je8er]

I have some amazing seal skin waterproof gloves..... never had cold hands again

[@dannz2008]

That was me at 6:00!! First marathon, found it brutal in the wind 💨

[@EDDBUD]

It was rather bracing wasn’t it?!

[@chrisrose3967]

So sorry for your DNF.Lovely cat btw 😊

[@EDDBUD]

Thank you! 😊

[@TrailrunnerTroy]

Having torn my MCL in early Feb in a similar scenario (except it was in the Grand Canyon), and denied Eddbud reality - instead running through it - let me validate your choice. I’m still in PT more than 2 months later. Brighter (Brighton) days ahead!

[@EDDBUD]

Return strong Sir and all the best from me 👍🏼👊

[@changary6061]

They need a starting pistol, or what is the difference between this marathon and our lovely park run! Hope you are coming back to Brighton strong next year!

[@EDDBUD]

I shall be back!

[@brockdalton8641]

Great decision, Ed. You will have another day to crush it 😊.

[@EDDBUD]

That's the plan!