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086: The Helenebender 2 (aka Hellbender 100) Course-Brandon Thrower
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- FACING VERT
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- Apr 16, 2026
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Summary
Brandon Thrower sat down with me via FaceTime to talk through the newly revealed Hellbender course for 2026. Hurricane Helene did a number on our trails here in Western NC, and so many of the trails used in the original Hellbender course are still being repaired or redirected. So this year's course is known as The Helenebender 2! Listen as Brandon talks through the new course, the aid stations, crew information and more. If you are running this race, crewing, volunteering or considering this race in the future please listen and share with others. I will personally be praying for all of you...for endurance, power, energy, safety and overall joy out there on the course! Our mountains are beautiful...enjoy! Thank you to the Run 828 Foundation for all you do to put on this race, and to the sponsors who help make it happen! Run 828 Foundation: https://www.run828foundation.org Hellbender 100: https://www.hellbender100.com/course Thank you for listening! Follow on Instagram: @facingvert