The 2024 Cocodona 250 | My First 200 Miler

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This follows my experience through the 2024 Cocodona 250 Ultramarathon in Arizona. I competed in this event to push my limits but also to raise funds for the Barth Syndrome Foundation. Barth Syndrome is an extremely rare genetic disorder which only afflicts about 140 people in the U.S.. One of those people is my neighbor and friend, Wyatt. Barth's rarity makes fundraising a real challenge. If you'd like to help support Barth Syndrome research, please consider giving at the link below, which goes straight to the BSF. Thank you!
giving.classy.org/campaign/56...
00:00-02:05 Intro
02:05-03:51 Barth Syndrome Foundation
03:51-05:46 Course Description
05:46-07:39 Start to Cottonwood Creek
07:39-09:31 Cottonwood to Lane Mountain
09:31-10:25 Lane Mountain to Crown King
10:25-11:30 Crown King to Arrastra Creek
11:30-11:45 Arrastra Creek to Camp Kipa (Karel saving my race)
11:45-13:33 Camp Kipa to Camp Wamatochick
13:33-15:12 Camp Wamatochick to Whiskey Row
15:12-18:13 Whiskey Row to Iron King
18:13-19:10 Iron King to Fain Ranch
19:10-19:28 Fain Ranch to Mingus Mountain
19:28-25:25 Mingus Mountain to Jerome
25:25-27:30 Jerome to Dead Horse Ranch
27:30-29:43 Dead Horse Ranch to Deer Pass
29:43-31:54 Deer Pass to Sedona
31:54-34:32 Sedona to Schnebly Hill
34:32-35:44 Schnebly Hill to Munds Park
35:44-37:57 Munds Park to Kelly Canyon
37:57-39:09 Kelly Canyon to Fort Tuthill
39:09-43:02 Fort Tuthill to Walnut Canyon
43:02-47:16 Walnut Canyon to Mt Elden
47:16-50:20 Mt Elden to Finish
#phoenix #sedona #flagstaff #arizona #running #ultrarunning #hiking

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21 июл 2024

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@andrewopenside3224 Месяц назад

Absolute legend! It boggles my mind that the most banal, inane content goes viral and amazing content like this doesn't receive the kudos it deserves. Amazing achievement, incredible production and videography. Thanks for taking this kiwi on the journey with you!

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Hey man, much appreciated. That's very flattering. I'm really glad you enjoyed it. I honestly love the filming and editing. It's not where I want it to be yet, but I try to get a little better with each video. Stay tuned. I've got big stuff lined up.

@Swooze 5 дней назад

Can't imagine the whirlwind of emotions crossing that finish line - knowing you accomplished it, knowing you beat those doubts, that family and loved ones were supporting you, and that you finished what you set out to do for your friend Wyatt. Dude, I couldn't be more envious of you for that moment. Amazing video, cheers for documenting this.

@alex_prizzi 4 дня назад

Hey, thanks for the kind words. Completing this was definitely a big deal for me. Oddly enough, I got pretty emotional about it a couple times during the event but didn't get that wave of emotion at the finish. I guess that just means I need to go bigger next year. Lol

@davidmcdevitt9771 Месяц назад

Amazing how you held it together the whole time, even kept your sense of humor! Fantastic video, Alex! Awesome job!

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

That's one of the most important parts, and I think that would have been a lot tougher without Jeremy. Having someone I'm familiar with to keep me grounded was critical.

@pathalderman7051 Месяц назад

As a Cocodona super fan this is the best video of the race. Wonderfully done and congratulations on the completion of your journey! I am continually amazed at the courage and tenacity it takes to complete 250 miles!

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Thanks, that's very kind of you to say. It was definitely challenging in several ways I expected it to be and a few ways that took me by surprise. Overall, such a cool event, put on by a great race team.

@henk-jellereitsma903 24 дня назад

You created one of the best 2024 Cocodona 250 recaps online, thank you for that. It deserves many more views and likes, as you tell an nspiring story and the scenery you capture makes one want to go out and run. And all for a good cause, the Barth Syndrome Foundation - I learned something there.

@alex_prizzi 23 дня назад

Hey, thanks so much for the kind words. If there's anything I'd like for people to take from this, it's that you can use your talents (whatever they are) to help others. The truth is that trying to manage a fundraiser along with training was a lot of work, but it was such a rewarding experience that gave me so much more than it asked from me.

@cameronmueller Месяц назад

WOW! awesome video Alex, those drone shots are amazing. What a great cause to support along the way. Happy to meet you and build a friendship along the way. Jada is awesome, I ran a lot with her at Kelly canyon and Walnut canyon. I hope to see you again and congrats on this amazing race.

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Same brother. I really hope we cross paths again.

@scottbolen5246 6 дней назад

Way to go Alex! 250 miles all for a worthy cause and you got to see some of the very best of Arizona. Whats next?

@alex_prizzi 7 часов назад

Thanks man! It was great to see you again. I've got plans to do a hike in NH called the Pemi Loop this fall. Nothing else for 2024, but 2025 is gonna be another big push for sure.

@breck66 Месяц назад

I loved this video, I’ve been eyeing this one for a while and haven’t pulled the trigger yet, this video shows me that as long as I keep moving it is possible, very inspiring, congratulations!

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Glad you got something out of it. For me, me pinch point always seems to be joint fatigue and muscle soreness on really long runs, so I just decided to focus on building up my base hiking speed. Saved a TON of wear and tear on my body. Physically, I actually felt pretty good all race. The sleep definitely caught up to me. If I had actually managed to get a good night's sleep the night before the race, it may have been a little easier.

@EfirdStrong Месяц назад

Awesome. Jeremy has a way of roping people into crazy ideas!!!

@jeremysmith2625 Месяц назад

Nobody is buying that he got roped into doing a 250 mile race… you notice I didn’t do it. Just saying….😂

@Judd97 Месяц назад

Great video and awesome accomplishment buddy! Looking forward to joining you on your future terrible ideas haha

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

I started second guessing how horrible the idea was when you weren't there. That's usually a good indicator.

@SeeChadRun Месяц назад

I've watched a number of your videos now and thought I was subscribed, but now I'm for sure subscribed! Haha! Loved every minute of this video. Thank you for sharing your journey, struggle, and triumph with us all!!!

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it. Do you have any big events coming up?

@SeeChadRun Месяц назад

@@alex_prizzi I'm running the North Fork 50 this Saturday and the UTE 100 later in August.

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Man, just checked out both of those courses, and they each look incredible. North Fork looks like it should be pretty familiar terrain for you, and the Ute is in such an iconic spot. Everywhere around Castle Valley is absolutely gorgeous. For the number of times I've been to Moab, I can't believe I've never really been up into the LaSals. Jealousy. Lol

@kimberlysmith5367 Месяц назад

So inspiring!!!! Congratulations on your incredible achievement!!! What an awesome adventure 🎉

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Thanks for the support through the whole process. I very distinctly remember DNF'ing my RCTC double and feeling really bummed about it. Then you offered some really kind words that made me feel a lot better. Also, thanks for letting be borrow Jeremy for a while. I can't wait to hang out with both of you again!

@InterestingFingz Месяц назад

Total Respect to you my man. Greetings from N.Z

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Thanks man! Do they have any events like this down your way?

@InterestingFingz Месяц назад

@@alex_prizzi Ultras..yep heaps! Multi-day ultras like this...nah! Regrettably. Health and safety, conservation laws kill any enthusiasm to organise similar. Would love to have a crack at the 125. Only organising a team, logistics on the ground would sadly be beyond me.

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Well, if you ever feel the urge, this Facebook group is a good place to start, and you could probably use it to find people interested in crewing/pacing facebook.com/share/rYUVdHpfgjjaoRhH/?mibextid=A7sQZp

@runningwithsimon Месяц назад

Congrats - tough race! Did you get hit by the smoke - doesn't seem like it but curious!

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Only briefly. I was pretty socked in for a bit the night I came into Tuthill. Then we were in it for a bit, as we were approaching Elden. Luckily the wind shifted and Elden completely cleared out before we started our climb.

@guzsteve Месяц назад

Nice video!!! What kind of pack is that on your waist?

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Thanks! I'm generally a big proponent of "nothing new on race day", but I figured I'd want access to more stuff without needing to take my pack off. The orange fanny pack is an REI brand pack I picked up last minute, and it was great.

@guzsteve 10 дней назад

@@alex_prizzi Just bought one and tried it on. Comfy!! Hoping to do one of these soon

@alex_prizzi 10 дней назад

@@guzsteve glad it works for you. I think it's great for hiking. I've got a smaller, more form fitting belt for running. Any particular event you have in mind?

@guzsteve 10 дней назад

@@alex_prizzi would love to do this one in '26 or Moab in '25. just had knee surgery so I have to get my endurance back.

@alex_prizzi 10 дней назад

@@guzsteve awesome, if you're thinking Cocodona, sign up immediately next year. It sold out in about 2 weeks for 2025. If you end up doing Moab in '25, I'll see you there. 🤙

@wplate Месяц назад

Awesome video Alex! Congrats on your finish. I loved seeing you in Cameron Mueller's video. 33:40 in this equals ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-KK37BRObRjY.htmlsi=ZlKdFJ5v03ORd6gD&t=2399 in his.

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Lol. I watched his before I made mine, and left that in there intentionally. I was wondering if anyone would notice.

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

You also make a couple very brief appearances in my vid. I would have recorded more, but I ran into you on the way up Lane. I wasn't sure if you'd appreciate being recorded then. Lol

@wplate Месяц назад

@@alex_prizzi Oh man I was suffering that first day. Next time know that I don't mind being outed as a struggler.

@alex_prizzi Месяц назад

Also, thanks for being a huge inspiration for folks like me to get out there and actually try something like this. I've been watching your channel for years.

@wplate Месяц назад

@@alex_prizzi 🙌🏼