Ryan Crawford - Against The Tide | An Ultramarathon Documentary

A Joe Fletcher Film
Ex Muay Thai champ Ryan Crawford is an emerging force in the ultramarathon scene. In 2020, Ryan entered into two established Brisbane events. AAA Racing's Brisbane Valley Rail Trail ( BVRT ) 200 miler and AAA Racing's LOS, a 6.87km loop that must be completed within the hour, and stops when athletes are no longer able to complete another lap.
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This film was made possible by the help of a few amazing individuals and the warmth of the ultra marathon community.
SPECIAL THANK YOU:
AAA Racing
Michelle Crawford
Otto Khoo
Alun Davies
JMC Academy
Danny McShane
Naythan Marshall
Jac Lee
Jacob Shrimpton
BTU
Cora Lau
Shona Stephenson
Grant Ward
Jesse & Julie
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Copyright Joe Fletcher 2022

[@russelltaylor3332]

Hay Joe & Ryan this is such great timing for me. It’s a real helpful look into what I’m going to go threw next weekend. My partner is an ultra runner and she signed up for the 50km Archie’s (mt bulla) just cause she liked the tshirt. 🤪 I’m new to running and couldn’t let her do it alone. The best things in life are shared. You have really given me the confidence that I can conquer myself and get it done. Thanks for the understanding. Rusty

[@JoeFletcheraus]

That is some amazing feedback mate ! I would love to hear how you went once you’ve finished the race

[@russelltaylor3332]

@@JoeFletcheraus will do.

[@russelltaylor3332]

Hay joe. I was visited by several demons and I vocally quit 5 times. I laid on the ground at all of the aid stations. And just couldn’t go any further. At the 41km aid station the medics told me I was making a good decision by pulling out of the race. This was the time to make the big decisions. All the demons were there and they where super polite. Usually they are loud and condescending, when they tell me how useless I am or how out of my league it is. But this time they were polite and caring “your injured if you go further you could do more damage”. I’m 46 I don’t like politeness I want the brutal truth when I’m facing big decisions. The last 12 kms were brutal. Not compared to the rest of the course. But a real grind, I made it to within 100m of the summit of Mount Buller and completely turned off I was done completely cooked. All I had to do was get to the top and rip a page out of a book. Nope get stuffed I don’t care not doing it. Sitting on the ground with nothing left. I watched as two 100km runners were attacked the summit with slow determination. The lead runner asked me if I was resting before making it to the top or I was ready to go down. Before he asked that question I was going down. But I picked myself up and walked with them to the top. I got to the top ripped the page out of the book. Took a few photos with the partner would look pretty fresh. Only 2km to go to the finish shoot. This was done now no short cuts, I stepped the entire course. I don’t know what it is about the running community but they will help you with the right words at the right time every time. They will stop their progress to ensure that you continue with yours. So threw it all I completed the 50km Archie’s. C250k in one year. Rusty.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

@@russelltaylor3332 absolutely insane and a real inspiration mate , thanks so much for sharing

[@probablecausetocheckhard-drive]

Now this is the 'Reality tv' that should be shown on primetime. So inspiring Ryan ; subbed. Be intrested to know what you eat during these ultra runs. The Australian Goggins. Training through the night : something else

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers for the support ! Ryan loves his turmeric lol

[@endurancezonetv2268]

Thank for sharing I am just starting my Ultra running journey. Having been a triathlete completed 27 Ironmans and the World Championship. I always despised the run, was my weakest discipline. I have a newfound respect for running and pushing new limits. Thanks for this inspiration

[@JoeFletcheraus]

That is absolutely amazing man , I’m training for an Ironman myself right now . I reckon you’ll smash it

[@kellyharrison4203]

I loved every bit of this video, thanks so much for making it! Truly inspiring!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thank you for watching !

[@steveramsden1]

Awesome video, thank you for making it. I know Ryan personally having spent long hours with him whilst inking him. He is a truly inspirational human, and an easy going all around great guy.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks for the feedback champion ! Ryan is defs a legend

[@Predazord007]

Thanks man, thanks for putting this out there. Love your attitude, lots to learn from it

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers Dean ! Legend

[@connorhancock4056]

Good work with the video. Love it! Such an inspirational guy.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers man !

[@racingnewspodcast]

Great video - wonderful story and superbly documented!!!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Legend ! Cheers for the support

[@steve13061986]

Great doco, it was well made and told a great story. Congrats to Ryan on his recent LOS Australian record, 59 laps I believe it was. Outstanding effort and it’s impressive to see him transition so well from MuayThai to running.

[@georgetenkate2079]

beautiful! thanks for sharing, hi from amsterdam!

[@RunningAlive]

Nailed every aspect of this doco. Great story and so well put together. I also run for similar reasons, so relatable too

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks a lot mate bloody legend

[@DJJDUB23]

What a story very inspirational, I love every minute of that. Your a legend Joe fletcher keep working hard

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks a lot mate ! Will be sharing more for sure

[@Lucky-jt5bx]

Awesome video 👏🏻 very….very enjoyed watching👌🏻thanks for that!!!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers brother !

[@paddymush1]

man, very cool video, your attitude n motivation talking makes this up there with the best of ultra running videos, legend

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks brother

[@thomasmorison8093]

Thanks, this is awesome content.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Glad you enjoyed !

[@soupyruns9709]

One of the best running documentaries I’ve seen, and I’ve watched a lot of them!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Gee man thank you !!

[@TristWallace]

Man this was inspiring. I've been stuck in a rut lately and this video helped me get some perspective on life. Excellent work! Cant wait to go for my run tomorrow :)

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Sweet feedback man, enjoy !

[@makingmemark]

Great film Joe - bravo. I watch a lot of ultra docos and was a treat to see one from our beautiful country down under.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Really appreciate hearing it mate! Was my favourite project to date

[@neilirvine9126]

mate that was awesome, and inspiration for the grind.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Defo , Ryan has had a big impact on myself personally

[@salvatorelucignano2743]

Amazing video. Wonderful

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers Salvatore!

[@michaeldelcastillo1910]

I was watching a doco on Netflix on extreme sports and I craved more than the show was giving me which led me to this documentary. Wow, world class, I like how one of his main motivations is to inspire other people. I'll be frank sometimes just getting up off the couch is difficult because of lack of motivation or mindset, exactly what he says, you'll find every excuse not to. He seems like a top bloke to, elated to see he does some of his runs out at Ipswich where I reside.

[@liamgreen5394]

Awesome video! Ryan is an amazing athlete!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

For sure , thanks for watching man !

[@RidgeWorkwear]

Inspirational such a positive mental attitude, I'm just starting to run after cycling for years and my body is being battered with it, this has inspired me to go further.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Being around Ryan definitely inspired me too! Good luck with it mate

[@andrewopenside3224]

I come back to this video time and time again. Inspiring.

[@SeanClarkUK]

Legend man, that was inspirational!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers for watching man !

[@Davoudi]

Thank you for sharing the journey. Good made video too.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers mate ! Bigger things otw

[@DrWillWood]

Beautiful film, thanks for sharing!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks for watching mate !

[@petrofskiwilliams8360]

Hey Ryan thanks for sharing this video, you just confirmed that the mind is a very powerful weapon. it was also so inspiring to see that you have a demanding job besides your training as well. Also well done to your wife supporting you seeking more limits and barriers to be conquered. I am hooked, and is a self confess fan now.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks for the support mate !

[@TheExpatriateAus]

Bravo Ryan and Joe! Awesome Film!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thank you for the contributions that you made ! Not overlooked x

[@jacobc2902]

If you want to see the epitome of mental toughness; go to one of these events. Many people think they would never be able to run that far but it's all about the mind. Ryan hit the nail on the head that these distances are more mental than physical. Great video and thanks for sharing; from a fellow ultra-runner this is a great story.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks Jacob! I'm also keen on doing an ultra myself after hanging around him haha

[@TheGutlessRunner]

Congratulations to everyone involved. Truly inspiring viewing.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks man !

[@frederikhegnerodgaard1142]

So inspiring! Now I want to do ultra running too!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Go for it mate!

[@Readysweatgo]

Awesome doco. Inspirational runner. Enjoyed this very much.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Glad you enjoyed mate !

[@tmaus58]

Great message and adventure--on my way out the door right now to run. Also, that music was stellar!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers mate! Great to hear

[@davidfecteau2966]

What a thrill to watch your adventures. Cheers from North America. I hope to see you on the trails someday.

[@shadabshaikh9447]

Great video. Adorable courage and passion towards running. Loved watching the kids

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers mate !

[@TheRealJavahead]

Fantastic video. Subscribed. My wife and I really enjoyed it. We loved how you captured the family support aspect of doing these events. Very timely as I head down for the Oscars 100 on Thursday. Cheers - Mark & Jo

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Epic ! Have a good one guys 🙏🏽

[@puggsley100]

That was an amazing motivational doco I have seen well done

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers for the feedback mate !

[@loganandrew]

Very Cool!!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers legend !

[@JakeMarcin]

Beautiful and inspirational, amazing story very well told

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thank you for the kind words mate ! 🙏🏽

[@gilesdavis4678]

What a fuckin legend, love Ryan's attitude. Very well made doco mate, loved it

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks a lot champion !

[@stefanemanuelsson2201]

This is the most inspiring movie I've seen in a long time, on so many levels. Cheers

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Gee cheers mate !

[@finditcoaching2747]

GREAT video! THANKS for the inspiration! CONGRATS on your accomplishments! God Bless!! 👆🏻😇

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks mate !

[@TheHorrorlover13]

Great video !

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers champion

[@gemmabelfrage6691]

Thankyou Sir.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

🙏🏽

[@benpember5117]

Great video guys, well done

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers mate

[@penmark1313]

Great video. Ryan is very motivational to watch and you can tell that his wife is extremely supportive. I loved the part where the filmmaker was asking about something later that night and she replied "I am only worried about what is going on right now."

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Definitely tried to incorporate family into this one and Michelle is a superstar

[@penmark1313]

@@JoeFletcheraus great job. Does Ryan have any social media accounts? Would love to follow his journey on IG or Strava..

[@JoeFletcheraus]

@@penmark1313 Course mate no worries! Ryancrawfordthewhitekenyan on ig & The Cameraman on strava

[@JohnSmith-bl8lx]

This truly inspiring film has given me the confidence to climb Mount Everest.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Epic ! Meet you at the summit

[@StitchFM]

Wow, good luck John!

[@josiahcliffton826]

Free solo it

[@buenosloco4805]

Lolol calm down

[@X.A.C]

A fantastic insight into the life and mind of an elite athlete. Really good story telling, editing, and videography 👌🏽

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Epic comment! Exactly what i was going for, cheers!

[@davidhayward1261]

Wot an amazing man. Well done 👍. Fantastic to watch.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers for the watch !

[@LachieSamuel]

So glad i randomly clicked this video! Epic man!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Means a lot man , cheers!

[@lucariodiez]

Amaizing Job! Success in future!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers mate !

[@jacquesthebeau9380]

Very inspiring… you and your wife are truly inspirational! Examples!

[@tritondriver1]

I've been running Ultras for about six years. This year finally signed up for my first 100. This was an awesome 👍

[@JoeFletcheraus]

That’s epic!! Good luck legend

[@snesable]

This is great what a legend

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Understatement!

[@gabriellebargas8632]

Really inspiring!!! Hello from Brazil :)

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Oi! Thanks for your support

[@millymc5010]

Absolutely loved this!! Come to Melbourne and give the MVP Backyard Ultra a crack!!

[@kaybee7173]

Complete stud!

[@donp2366]

A sizing and inspiring wow running is life lol the ups and downs the hard work for the journey

[@JoeFletcheraus]

💯

[@lucariodiez]

Amaizing Job! contratulations!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

💪🏽

[@azzgunther]

Nicely filmed. Huge congrats to Ryan for the feat. He seems to have taken the news that he'd won stoicly. I suppose that's the frame of mind you have to exist within to do something like this; away from emotions. Congrats also to Michelle for being good support and running her own marathon. Inspiring people. I'll run an extra 20% distance next time I go jogging in tribute.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Epic comment , cheers mate

[@mattcarr3798]

Brilliant 👍

[@JoeFletcheraus]

🙏🏽

[@schrottgrenzemedia2194]

Excellent

[@JoeFletcheraus]

💯

[@zacsborntorunrunningadvent3441]

Awesome doco. Ryan is the epitome of Determination. I met him at the Butter24 I did my 1st 100k (102.8k) /12hr while he did the incredible 48hr track event and I enjoyed his journey and fighting background. Like my run buddy/club coach in Ipswich in his late 60s would say... K.B.O. When it feels like the limit has been reached... he Keep Buggering On. Awesome Grind. Cheers, Zac

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Yep mate Ryan is a bloody legend a real inspiration 💪🏽

[@TheHorrorlover13]

I keep coming back, what a documentary! So interesting

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks man! Appreciate the support

[@TheHorrorlover13]

How long did it take @joe fletcher

[@JoeFletcheraus]

@@TheHorrorlover13 bit longer than expected haha

[@craighoo5716]

Such a beautiful, beautiful story. An inspiration to be better. Thank you.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks for watching mate !

[@craighoo5716]

@@JoeFletcheraus you sure know how to tell a story. Stay on the case mate. You have a great future with that kind of wisdom.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

@@craighoo5716 actually means a lot, feel like I'm at a pivotal point in my life with this. cheers!

[@clivedale9432]

Really enjoyed this story. Nice to see long form running doco from Aus.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Really great to hear mate! Hope to make more

[@patcarroll280]

Awesome and humble a rare and winning combination.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Much appreciated man !

[@marinacam2755]

What an extraordinary human being! I can’t believe he works a regular job too… I thought these guys were paid runners by running companies. Major major respect to this guy!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Ryan definitely deserves to get a sponsorship, absolute unit

[@StreamCrossingRunner]

Well done!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers !

[@suxxid100]

I think this was an amazing story and grit from all of you in the video. And Ryan you're an absolute machine and an unbelievable inspiration I did not know existed out here in the internet jungle. I know a bit about human physic and the logical part in me tells me you should break down in a couple of years, but I hope not. My, and I never know what to call this, human or spiritual part in me is rooting for you to go on, so be smart in everything you do so you can keep at it man and keep by being yourself!!!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

He’s definitely cut back the mileage a bit of late . Cheers for the feedback mate !

[@stuartgunn5350]

Very impressive man

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers!

[@ualves9518]

Éxito en tus nuevos proyectos.🤞

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Gracias amigo !

[@ianthevegantattooedultraru1113]

Great Film, very motivational, Well Done to you all, Massive respects Ryan 🙏

[@JoeFletcheraus]

cheers legend!

[@ianthevegantattooedultraru1113]

@@JoeFletcheraus you're the legend my friend

[@JoeFletcheraus]

@@ianthevegantattooedultraru1113 🙏🏽

[@ianthevegantattooedultraru1113]

I have 3 Long events coming up called the Canalslam, 3 race all over 100 miles, 145, 130, 145

[@SeeChadRun]

Great film! New subscriber here! This should be featured on Netflix!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers legend! Hopefully the next one ;)

[@Oldtimenattylife]

Fellow runner on and off and fellow fight addict and disciple Muay Thai long ago but I have the goal to do over 250 miles one day, great inspiration, deserve more subs so I’ll give you one more 💪

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers mate ! Good luck with it 💪🏽

[@StitchFM]

💪🔥

[@JoeFletcheraus]

💯

[@LL-rb8wd]

Why no more videos??? I was stoked to find an aussie making fitness videos, and really enjoyed your message in this one mate. Bit disappointed to find no more videos on your channel. 😭 Good down to earth aussie fitness influences are hard to find for some reason...

[@jamestopham7744]

This made me get back into cross country running again,, love if, here's to being healthy again, peace

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Great to hear it mate!

[@knack2baby888]

good video, sir

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Legend

[@rapgod1272]

I want climb Mount Everest with you Joe.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

2023

[@jasoncheshire7083]

Good movie and congratulations. Crazy bastard

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers Jason 👌🏽

[@johnray4654]

Nice to meet someone other than Cameron Hanes or Courtney Dauwalter. Like a breath of fresh air.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks for the support man !

[@JasonRobertsgoogplus]

Well done, If I can ask, what is in the backpack? And whats the strategy for wearing it on a short loop like that? Are you just used to it?

[@easykinaka]

What is the song playing during the 14 min mark?

[@jaypow_]

Can I follower your Strava Sir if you have one? I thought I was working hard until I watched this Amazing mate

[@JoeFletcheraus]

You can follow Ryan on Strava, he appears as ‘The Cameraman’

[@samwingender]

I had 3 MMA fights and realized I wanted a new challenge. I didn't like the stress of fighting. I liked running in school. My favorite day out of the year wasn't my birthday or Christmas but the mile run. Thank you for sharing! Great video!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Glad you were able to relate to this one mate , let us know how you progress!

[@foxxymorony]

He wakes up at 11.30pm on the same day he went to sleep!!! That's dedication

[@JoeFletcheraus]

💯

[@flamingdelta9853]

Im running a marathon this month

[@JoeFletcheraus]

That’s epic mate ! Let us know how it goes

[@mathews0618]

Its amazing that a guy with this much experience wears shoes that are too small. All of that pain and suffering could be avoided

[@JoeFletcheraus]

😂

[@TheFlyingRaptor]

Wow, great race, great documentary. Inspires me to get out running and see how far I can go!

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Go for it mate ! 💪🏽

[@sweep2112]

''Build me a son, O Lord, who will be strong enough to know when he is weak, and brave enough to face himself when he is afraid, one who will be proud and unbending in honest defeat, and humble and gentle in victory.'' Douglas MacArthur.

[@schrottgrenzemedia2194]

Can you share his Strava Profile please?

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Look up ‘The Cameraman’

[@Nyelands]

Not sure what is harder. A fast marathon or a slow ultra marathon. Guess it all depends on the effort more than the course.

[@leslie7922]

This guy should be a sponsored athlete full time pay and not needing to do demo work

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Agreed! Hopefully soon👌🏽

[@andrewroberts8139]

It's a good documentary. I wanted to ask, did you make a conscious decision to focus only on Crawford and not say very much about his competitors?

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Thanks mate . To be honest as it was filmed over various events it didn’t make sense to focus on other runners , though I took photos for the other guys

[@ZAAA1234]

For the algorithm

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Cheers legend ! Haha

[@susanjane4784]

Nicely done. I've seen a number of LOS videos and most of them are way too choppy to keep track of the laps, distances, and featured runner. Some really beautiful daylight sequences! Those toes were very much a miss for me. Ugh! Ryan needs quality shoes which probably means he needs a sponsor to be able to afford them. I'm watching someone do a very long stage race and his feet were perfect by the end -- of course, he has a shoe sponsor. Sigh.

[@JoeFletcheraus]

Very insightful comment, cheers for the feedback !

[@francisleow2786]

Erm can you be my coach ?

[@JoeFletcheraus]

@ryancrawfordthewhitekenyan on Instagram

[@connormitchell6292]

This guy and goggins need to train together