They were 16 from Dream of Trail, motivated and trained to participate in the Volcano Trail, on October 27th. One of the most famous trails in the Caribbean for its technicality, difficulty and for the beauty of the landscapes, the 3 courses pass through the National Park of Guadeloupe. All came back with a smile and a desire to return. Congratulations to William, 16, who finished 2nd in his category in the 20 km and Magalie & Arnaud who also took the 2nd step of the podium in the mixed team in the 60 km relay.
They said :
MAGALY, 1st part of the 60 km in 5h09 in relay with Arnaud
"Magnificent weather, superb landscapes, well-organized markup ... a little mud ... just enough!" "
"Yes, I will come back to discover the second part ... but I would rather do it as a group because it looks tough! "
ARNAUD, 2nd part of the 60 km in 6h12 in relay with Magalie
“MAGNIFICENT course for me which was the second part of the 2 km relay with Magalie. A decor and vegetation full of eyes. "
"I will restart the relay without hesitation ... we will see the cramps tomorrow .... "
DELPHINE, 1st part of the 60 km in 05:53 in relay with Jeff
“Magnificent and varied landscapes, tropical forest… mud… banana plantations… roads… and endless climbs that I loved. “Hard” descents *… and cramps but only HAPPINESS. As a certain trailer of the team would say and he will recognize himself… it was funny! "
"Without hesitation, yes, I will repeat the 30 km and why not reverse the legacies if my buddy accepts ... That way I would know the whole of the Grand Raid. "
JEFF, 2nd part of the 60 km in 07:55 in relay with Delphine
"Super ... difficult but happy to have done it." Surprised by the technicality and difficulty of the route, splendid landscapes. Just a few details for the organization to improve. "
“I will ask the organizer to shift by one month… on this condition yes! "
ANNA, 20 km in 4h58mn
“Magnificent race, I loved the very diverse side: river, tropical forest, little Morne des Poteaux (!!), Soufrière tower with sublime unobstructed view. For my part on Raid 20, no major effort management effort, maybe a sprained ankle that swells a little tonight, we'll see tomorrow… ”
"I will do the same in 1 month!" "
PATRICIA, 42 km in 11:22
“A very demanding race with great heat today and a bit of a fair preparation for my part. But it remains a huge challenge, despite my abandonment at km 42 I am happy, I gave the best. "
“I will do the Volcano again but maybe over a distance that suits me better, 60km was perhaps too much given the big drop 3500m when I'm not used to it. "
SEB, 60 km in 13:58
“A really difficult super trail where in difficulty the notion of time and distance is no longer the same. Small flat on the water points not always where we expect them. Magnificent and varied landscapes, the Galion river: splendid! And above all a beautiful atmosphere with Christophe, Thierry and François! "
"Uh ... We will wait a bit, at least a year but a little Tchimbé Raid in May why not! "
DELPHINE, 20 km in 5:21
“Sublime but so difficult. "
"No Volcano for me in a month, need to recover!" "
SEVERINE, 20 km in 5:51
“Nice course but technically very difficult, the hardest part was the track of the posts with a magnificent view as a reward! And the Galleon is magical, it's so beautiful! "
"Uh ... not tomorrow no thanks. Next month… if they replace the Poles trace by another path! "
CHRISTOPHER, 60 km in 15:03
“Superb race, very demanding. Magnificent landscapes with a very wide variety of soils (large climbs with roots, small descents, upwelling of rivers, the famous ascent of poles). Extraordinary views of the Saintes archipelago. "
"To do (well trained of course) and to redo (maybe not tomorrow, but the day after tomorrow)! "
WILLIAM, 20 km in 4:07
"It is a superb race which requires a lot of serious training, the course is fun and above all magnificent, it encourages going to the end, that is why I like to come back every year to participate in this race. "
“If I had to do it again in a month, I would start training now to make the most of it and have a good race. "
TANGUI, 8 km in 1:17
“I enjoyed running in the forest. This race is pleasant and suitable for everyone: children and adults. The distance was perfect for a first race in Guadeloupe. "
" It was good ! I will be back in a month! "
VALERIE, 20 km in 5:24
“Exceptional weather, diversified route, climbing, aquatic hiking, on all fours in the mud! There is something for everyone !! Happy to have arrived at the end of the 4kms. I had given everything! Only downside it was thirsty +++ »
“Just to review the DOT **, I re-sign without problem! "
THIERRY, 60 km in 15:03
“Very nice race and very varied with beautiful landscapes and great training before the Trans Martinique because I still have a few adjustments to do. Very good atmosphere of the Dots ** on the course. "
“Not for next year because we are planning Diagonale des fous with Christophe and it's the same week. "
FRENCH, 60 km, (stopped by a nice cut in the hand because of a fall)
“The Volcano is the essential event in the Antilles in the trail world. It requires training and a fighting spirit which must be put to the service of a varied, technical and demanding course. Organization almost perfect this year, hats off to the “Finishers” *** from all distances who will no doubt be present next year, just like me who unfortunately gave up on injury. A nod always very attentive to the volunteers. Let everyone discover the trail because it is a discipline accessible at all levels that helps us push our limits, those we think we know. "
“The same route with gloves, then I will advise him in humility therapy. "
Eric, 8 km in 1:17
“A very nice course to encourage people to persevere in the practice of trail with a nice ascent of 340 m of elevation gain. A pretty little river to cool off and a descent to reach St Claude. Superb landscapes with the exposed soufriere! "
“During the climb I thought back to a friend who was with us on the 14k 2 years ago, she had put her phone in a condom and made many people laugh !!! (She will recognize herself); Very good times. "
"Yes, I will come back, if god wills ..."
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