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Post by Peter Bakwin on Mar 28, 2011 12:53:32 GMT -5
Jennifer Anderson has reported the FKT, 9d5h29m, set Feb. 26 - March 7, 2011The Camino de Santiago consists of a set of pilgrimage routes that have existed for over 1,000 years. The routes have various starting points, but all end at the Cathedral of Santiago de Campostela in northwestern Spain. The pilgrimage is undertaken by tens of thousands every year. Wikipedia says "Traditionally, as with most pilgrimages, the Way of Saint James [Camino de Santiago] began at one's home and ended at the pilgrimage site. However a few of the routes are considered main ones." Jennifer Anderson explains her choice of route this way: "There are various pilgrimage trails on the Camino de Santiago. I completed The One (sometimes known as the Camino Frances) that most people refer to when they say that they hiked the Camino de Santiago. The Camino Frances begins in France at St. Jean Pied de Port and stretches for 800 km (500 miles) to the other side of Spain where it ends at the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela." She reports: "Although, I was alone most of the time, I did have some assistance. My run was supported/assisted. My total mileage was 507.8 miles. I started on February 26th, 2011 and finished on March 7th, 2011. Total time is 9 days, 5 hours and 29 minutes. I averaged 53 miles a day. For verification: This trail requires stamps as you go through remote towns. I have my stamps. Additionally, I used the DeLorme Spot and so friends and family were able to see exactly where I was every step of the way. I have saved these GPS tracks whick link to Google Maps." Anderson believes the previous FKT was about 12d12h. Her journey is chronicled on her blog, and a story in Trail Runner Magazine.
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Post by Caminante on Nov 7, 2012 9:24:53 GMT -5
A taxi driver in Melide, Spain said he gave her a ride when her knee was swollen.
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Post by caminante on Nov 24, 2012 15:35:49 GMT -5
"She ran 506.8 miles in 9 days, 5 hours, and 29 minutes.
"Jenny was supported partially by her Mom, Step-Dad and daughter. Her husband back in Virginia watched their other two children and kept up her blog, Jenny’s Journey.
"Her run may have set a best time in Ultra Running Speed Record for the Camino, but she admits there is little documentation. Jenny may just start a trend for the distance runners and their desire to turn in the best time."
Which is it, little documentation or a GPS trace of every step?
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Post by Andy Pearson on Oct 5, 2013 15:47:17 GMT -5
Anyone know of the FKT for a self-supported jaunt? I just started my run and knew of Jennifer's time but didn't know anyone who's done it on their own besides this guy: www.runningelcamino.com. Funny enough, I'm using your Ultimate Direction pack, Peter. |
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Post by Andy Pearson on Oct 6, 2013 0:21:50 GMT -5
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Post by lenormand on Apr 7, 2014 21:32:08 GMT -5
hi there, there's been a huge controversy in Spain's ultra-running circles and social media since November 2013 when this guy ( twitter.com/SteelmanXtreme) allegedly did the Camino de Santiago (Roncesvalles - Santiago) in 5d 17h. Source: www.runandwalk.net/articulo/actualidad/quim-navarro-bate-record-camino-santiago-autosuficiencia/201312012005055160.html (in Spanish). According to what he said to the media, he originally departed from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, France and finished his so-called "challenge" in Finisterre, Spain (890km and 14500m+ gain) in 6d 18h 22m. He said he carried a 30-kilo backpack to make the whole thing on an unsupported fashion. Source: www.sportraining.es/2013/12/07/steelman-x-el-hombre-de-acero-de-la-ultradistancia/ (in Spanish). He didn't report stamps from any stopover on the Camino but the last one in Finisterre (which is given to anyone who claims to have walked from Santiago to Finisterre). Nor he provided any GPS track. During his Camino, there was no way on his website or anywhere else to follow him as no On-the-Spot GPS tracker was used. There's a whole lot of additional info about this story here (in Spanish), for those interested: www.elatleta.com/foro/showthread.php?154423-R%C3%A9cord-del-Camino-de-Santiago-(menos-de-6-d%C3%ADas)By the way, the FKT is said to be held by Alfredo Uria, a very well-known ultra-distance runner, who did Roncesvalles - Santiago in 6d 16h in 2007. Source: www.diariodenavarra.es/actualidad/noticia.asp?not=2007051020142212&dia=20070510&seccion=navarra&seccion2=sociedad (in Spanish). Another remarkable time is held by Fernanda Maciel, who did it in 2012 from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port in just over 10 days. Source: trailrunningspain.wordpress.com/2012/10/12/the-camino-by-fernanda-maciel-900km-of-trail-running-in-10-days-whiteflow-from-st-jean-pied-de-port-to-santiago-along-the-way-of-saint-james/ plus Video and Interview with split times and stages (in Spanish). |
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Post by Jenny Biondi Anderson on Nov 8, 2014 7:44:15 GMT -5
This is Jenny Biondi Anderson. I reported my intention to break the record to Peter Bawkin (the administrator of this site) and then contacted him after my FKT completion of the Camino de Santiago.
It appears that the FKT is now held by Alfredo Uria or Quim Navarro although there aren't Camino Stamps or GPS tracking to confirm it. I wanted to be sure my record attempt was recorded and felt that was an important part of establishing an FKT, so I have kept and maintained my GPS (Garmin SPOT) tracking in order to supply evidence of my journey (especially since I was in a foreign country). Nevertheless, I am certainly impressed by these two reports of record breaking times. If I averaged 54 miles a day, these two men would have averaged mileage near 80 miles a day....difficult to believe but anything is possible.
It looks as though I maintain the female record.
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Post by Optimus on Jan 12, 2015 13:23:26 GMT -5
Quim Navarro presented all kinds of photos, videos and GPS track (you have not posted for everyone to see, but if it teaches the press and sponsors), all means of Spain and the Federation give credibldad. On the other hand, neither Fernanda Maciel and Alfredo Uria have not submitted any track (not even the press) nor controls were doing, nor have presented much evidence as Steelman X.
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Post by The Truth on Mar 3, 2016 9:12:45 GMT -5
Quim Navarro did not presented any kind of photos, videos and GPS tracks. Any Federation gave him credibility. Alfredo Uría was a very known ultrarunner, with some Spanish records in 24 hour, 6 day and 1,000 miles races. Quim Navarro has no results in official ultra runs. His record attempt was a FAKE.
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Post by lakn1638 on Jul 16, 2016 13:38:47 GMT -5
www.followmee.com/mapx.aspx?token=aea30352-f6ab-49e6-9842-25c823b53c55Hello, I'm new to the forum, but I am planning on attempting the Camino de Santiago-Camino Frances from St Jean starting early tomorrow morning. I'll be traveling unassisted and am hoping to make it to Santiago in 7 days. I have a flight to visit family in London next Sunday,so if I won't be able to go over 7 days. I have a GPS application on my phone, and the link to the data/my location is above. I've had a couple issues with my foot this summer while running, and it's also the first time I've done this long of a through-hike/run. I think I only have a 50/50 shot of actually making it to Santiago in the one-week timeframe, but I figured I should post to the forum in case i was able to complete the route. 
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Post by RichL on Aug 1, 2016 7:41:59 GMT -5
So is there a recognised FKT? For the record, I ran it last year in a couple of hours over 12 days for my 50th birthday. However, I did visit all of the major cathedrals and many churches etc. I have no proof except my pilgrim credential and my reputation as an ultra runner Contemplating going back in September and giving sub 10 days a whirl. |
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Post by Thomas B. on Nov 15, 2016 14:09:55 GMT -5
Congratulations to all who even considering running the Camino. It's an amazing experience! I just finished running it in September (for my 47th birthday run) and was a little disappointed that I didn't bump in to any other runners. I was totally unsupported and had to deal with unseasonably HOT weather and still managed to finish in 10 days, 14 hours and 46 minutes. Due to the heat, I was forced to switch to night running and then sleeping during the heat of the day. Not ideal, but it was the best solution to deal with the heat. As for documentation, I have a full "Credencial del Peregrino", and over 400 time stamped pictures chronicling my journey.
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Post by Sam H on Mar 22, 2018 11:40:37 GMT -5
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