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Post by runningrobg on Jul 22, 2014 13:08:23 GMT -5
I will be starting an unsupported thru hike of the 96.5 mile track of the Lone Star Hiking Trail on Thursday 7/24 somewhere around 6a-8a. I will be taking video/pictures along the way. I just want to make it known, invite anyone to watch and im looking forward to the adventure. I will post updates periodically on my facebook page www.facebook.com/runningrobg as i go along and will also be capturing video with my go pro as well. thank you Rob |
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Post by curtisbarton on Oct 23, 2014 22:02:29 GMT -5
I can't find much good information on FKT for this trail. I'm going to give it a shot tomorrow. Starting tomorrow at 6-7 am from the Richards start area. I'll be heading from West to East. Solo unsupported. I will have a watch, gps, and capture photos and video to document.
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Post by curtisbarton on Oct 27, 2014 4:38:34 GMT -5
Just an update. I DNFed at HSP trailhead around mile 35. First day I made it just over 25 miles. Had to stop because there were too many hunters. Heard shotguns going off in complete dark at 4am. There was no way I could finish by Sunday, so I bailed. That said, with longer days and not being hunting season, I think someone could do this unsupported in 2 days. I also think someone could do it supported in under 20 hours. Self-supported in under 24. Very easy trail and very well maintained.
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Post by Stinky on Jan 1, 2015 19:07:34 GMT -5
Houston Trail Runners Extreme (HTRex) will be supplying water/ice at certain trail heads of the LST for individuals attempting a point to point run/hike on March 14-15, 2015 You can find more information on our Blog site. www.htrex.blogspot.com/2014/12/lst-p2pfa.html |
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Post by dolomiti on Dec 10, 2015 11:21:15 GMT -5
I'm going to give it a go this evening. It'll be a self supported, west to east attempt. I plan to begin around 6pm CST.
I made it to mile 35 before tapping out in about 6 hours. I reinjured what turned out to be a pretty serious calf tear.
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Post by autumn on Jan 14, 2016 15:04:59 GMT -5
What is the best resource to find out more about this trail? Guidebook? Maps? Online resource?
Sorry if it's not appropriate to post this question here.
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Post by dolomiti on Jan 14, 2016 15:19:39 GMT -5
What is the best resource to find out more about this trail? Guidebook? Maps? Online resource? Sorry if it's not appropriate to post this question here. There are 2 good guidebooks and some excellent online resources. The LSHT hiking club and LSHT conservancy are both good sources. |
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Post by marcybeard on May 5, 2017 12:43:38 GMT -5
I'm planning a supported attempt on the Lone Star Trail starting this evening around 6 pm. Traveling west to east, with support at trailheads and several road crossings. My track should appear here once I get started: share.garmin.com/MarcyBeard |
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Post by marcybeard on May 7, 2017 9:22:49 GMT -5
I completed the 96.5 mile Lone Star Trail yesterday, running supported, west to east: 24:27:43 My InReach track was updating real-time: share.garmin.com/MarcyBeardOnce I figure out how to save/display it for future reference, I'll post it here along with a run report. Fun trail! It's very runnable, really nice, mostly well-maintained, and incredibly well-marked. I really enjoyed it. The only thing I would have changed is to time it better around the controlled burns in the first couple sections. It was rather smoky for several miles. The rest of trail was wonderful. Thank you to whoever posted this to the FKT board initially, great idea! Adding the track files - attached May 16 - I finally finished my (long) run report: marcy-twss.blogspot.com/2017/05/lone-star-trail-fkt-run.html |
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Post by granolacarl on May 11, 2017 15:09:49 GMT -5
Early next week (May 15th or 16th) we will be attempting a self-supported FKT W to E of the 96.5 mile route. A friend (J) is joining me. There will be no mutual gear in the spirit of self-supported. I am receiving a garmin inreach this weekend which I will set up to show where we are. Additionally we will take photos, post on social media, post data logs from garmin forerunners and fitbits. I will update this post as I have more information on the tracking and/or if dates/route changes. Thanks! -C
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Post by granolacarl on May 16, 2017 15:23:28 GMT -5
Starting in the AM on 5/18 share.garmin.com/GranolaCarlOn instagram as Granola_Carl Will post screenshots of the GPS and fitbit data afterwards. - Starting within an hour of sunrise 5/18 (updated 5/17 PM) - West to East Update 5/24 - Unexpected heavy storms and rain put me behind schedule going into the final section. Ran into some wild boars, wild dogs, and the trail became one huge spider web. Kept getting lost in the previous section because the trail markers were not reflective. Decided it would be dangerous to continue. Cut the attempt off at appx mile 91/96 at 61 hours. Will be back in the fall to try again. If you are planning on an attempt, I'd recommend bringing a spray for aggressive dogs and a bell to clear away wild hogs. I'd also recommend a hiking pole for clearing out large spider webs. Watch out for snakes, especially in the bayou/swamp area. |
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Post by langleyerickson on Dec 5, 2017 16:12:53 GMT -5
Greetings from Austin.
I am attempting a supported FKT of the Lone Star Trail on Dec 9th.
Much respect to Marcy and all of y'all who have attempted/completed the trail.
I fast packed this baby last year and thought it would be fun to go for it in one push.
I will provide a full trip log with photos and gps files (Spot Tracker gen 3 & Garmin).
Wish me luck, this will be my first time running more than 40 miles.
I am scared.
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Post by marcybeard on Dec 6, 2017 9:28:30 GMT -5
Ah, good memories of the Lone Star Trail! I'm sure you will do well.
Good luck and say howdy to the spiders for me,
-Marcy
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