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[–] EggZackLee@lemmy.today 1 points 2 days ago

Yeah, I've run events up to 50 miles purely by feel (to include an ill-advised 50k in 97 degree heat and high humidity). As a middle or back of the pack runner, I think you're right. It's only if you get into the real competitive part of the roster that it would make a difference.