Posted on 06/29/08 8:58 AM| by team-admin
The team departed on a mountain crossing into a stretch or mountains properly named, Crazy. This imposing mountain grows high into the sky with a covering of white, at some points, passing almost all the way down to its base. No matter who you ask they will tell you it is by far the most beautiful place on the course. Fields of wild flowers seem to go on forever and the sunset beams the most beautiful colors nature has to offer onto miles and miles of rolling fields, i have a hard time trying to describe this place because even a picture cant do it justice. You must experience it and i have no doubt this amazing place will stop you in your tracks. Even with all of its beauty this was one of the hardest treks the team had to do. They had to cross snow fields that wet there feet and even had to slide down parts of them. Dangerous is a understatement Brunton crossed fields of loose rocks which slide from under there feet constantly sending rocks falling down the steep mountain side. All was not bad in the crazy’s though they got to see a part of the world not many others will and even came across a bear and its cub. This wilderness will have to throw a lot more at our team to break them, as they walked into view of the TA they approached walking backwards up the trail singing “She’s lost that loving feeling” and to say the least they had the entire camp in stitches, these four will be remembered at this race, i promise you that.
June 29th, 2008 at 10:06 am
Keep up the great work - it seems like you have gotten your second wind and you are ready to finish this thing! To keep up with the fun atmosphere I have an idea; that may red flag them for a psyc. exam. Being from Chi-town, “Take me out to the ball game” was always sung during the 7th-inning stretch. To tweek it a bit, how about a 7th inning rest to celebrate their 75% completion. This should be around where they jump back onto Rt. 191 in the next Mt. bike portion. Sing it loud and proud!
Stay strong and focused! Think before you step. It is a mental challenge from here on out.
June 29th, 2008 at 10:59 am
Admin Said: They approached walking backwards up the trail singing “She’s lost that loving feeling” and to say the least they had the entire camp in stitches, these four will be remembered at this race
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LOLOL ahhh that is great
You all are doing SO Awesome KEEP that Loving Spirit, it’s ur PQ now git r’ done !! KEEP MOVING, KEEP MOVING!!! Keep laughing through the low points, it will get better and I am sure you guys have figured that out more then a few times already….
Bob
GO BECKY GO!!!
PS: I have save a part on my Success wall of your guys photo of CROSSING the FINISH line…no pressure, just get me that photo OK… THANKS
June 29th, 2008 at 11:06 am
TEAM BRUNTON - Let’s see…..eleven teams have withdrawn from the race and four are racing unofficially because one or more of their members dropped out. Of the teams remaining you are ahead of three of them. So, in reality you are in front of 18 teams 15 of which will never catch you! There are also a bunch of teams in front of you that have heard about your singing prowess and know that you are on their heels…:-)
KEEP DRIVING and KEEP LAUGHING!
(Nice job getting through and enjoying the Crazy Mountains)
By the way, I think that we would all like to see video of you guys singing your version of “She’s lost that lovin feeling”.
Mike
June 29th, 2008 at 11:10 am
TEAM BRUNTON - Let’s see, eleven teams have withdrawn from the race and four are racing unofficially because one or more of their members dropped out. Of the teams remaining you are ahead of three of them. So, in reality you are in front of 18 teams 15 of which will never catch you! There are also a bunch of teams in front of you that have heard about your singing prowess and know that you are on their heels…:-)
KEEP DRIVING and KEEP LAUGHING!
(Nice job getting through and enjoying the Crazy Mountains)
By the way, I think that we would all like to see video of you guys singing your version of “She’s lost that lovin feeling”.
Mike
June 29th, 2008 at 1:41 pm
Go Becky-I know you are tired and dirty but keep it up make us proud-thinking of you chcia and your team mates!!
June 29th, 2008 at 10:19 pm
OK almost time for Bed now here in FL, been so exhausting following you guys–LOL
Well NOW closing it out is ALL MENTAL and you guys know it, the pain won’t get any worse…Just Keep Moving…
Here is a good one to repeat and is pretty direct!
Pain is Temporary QUITTING Last forever…
if you see BONE then you can quit other then that YOU KEEP MOVING!! dang that sounds hardcore, well that is Primal Quest
CLOSE IT OUT!! You guys are Doing SOOOOOO Awesome, we are so proud of ur efforts!
Remember during your trekking Stages!!
YOUR ARMS MOVE YOUR LEGS … YOUR ARMS MOVE YOUR LEGS…Keep that form as best u can!
TREK ON TEAM BRUNTON TREK ON!!!!
June 30th, 2008 at 8:41 am
Outstanding Brunton! Outstanding! Tremendous courage, stamina, perseverence, determination, bravery, fortitude, hardiness, and valor (Oh, and also a little foolishness)
Go Becky Go, Go Becky Go, Go Becky, Go Becky, Go Go Go!
June 30th, 2008 at 9:45 am
Ok guys-
I’ve only been tracking you about 6-8 times daily to see how you’re holding up and keeping in the spirit! I am SO proud of all of you and only wish I could have been there for the acapela serenade! I’m praying for your strength and humor to keep you moving throughout these last few days. Know that you’re in my (and several people around this place) thoughts constantly as the buzz keeps our gossip lines growing longer in the halls at L-3 when we watch these 4 teammates remain triumphant. You are an absolute inspiration!
June 30th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
OK team Brunton stage 21-Sacagawea looks like a friggin nightmare…lots of climb!!!!, so let’s get it done OK and move to the next stage
Keeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep MOVING!!! You are doing so AWESOME!!!
June 30th, 2008 at 5:35 pm
Most viewed - Primal Quest Montana 2008
Hey all HERE are some AWESOME Pictures from 4th place finishers DART/Nuun…you can get a feel of what Team Brunton have been doing the past week—WOW WOW WOW!!!
Ok hope the site linked directly but here it is again
http://www.ecoprimalquest.com/coppermine/index.php?cat=5
CLICK on MOST VIEWED section for some really amazing pics…
GO Team Brunton !!
June 30th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
What an insipation you guys are! It has been a kick following your progress this last week. Your accomplishments are not to be measured in what place you are, but in competing and finishing. Good luck with the last two days, stay safe, and have fun.
June 30th, 2008 at 9:58 pm
Come on Becky!….get on that bike and get yourselves to Little Bear Lake…..
LET’S GO TEAM BRUNTON!!!!….you guys are ROCKIN!!
June 30th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
Holy Cow! This is better than the Superbowl, World Series and the World Cup put together!!!! The anticipation is KILLING me! You are in the home stretch now! Stay steady but stop and think. You will be hiking tomorrow morning…. Keep up the great work! I know you can do it!
June 30th, 2008 at 10:57 pm
Keep up the good work—cheering you on from NY. I hope James was the leader of the singing, he practiced before he left haha. All the best:)
June 30th, 2008 at 11:01 pm
Amazing endurance - the tiredness must be tremendous. Nearly finished - WELL DONE
July 1st, 2008 at 2:59 am
WELL DONE - some achievement!
July 1st, 2008 at 3:03 am
We are watching for the final push now - keep going - going - keep going. What song have you lined up for the next entrance? Get a video of you all singing. Good luck
July 1st, 2008 at 7:36 am
James-
Much like the rest, I am shocked to learn that you chose to sing the Rightous Brothers, surely Genesis could not have been far from your heart. Just recall the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. In Too Deep is the most moving pop song of the 1980s, about monogamy and commitment. The song is extremely uplifting. Their lyrics are as positive and affirmative as anything I’ve heard in rock. If I were u, in a similar situation, In Too Deep would have been my call.
Godspeed,
Patrick
July 1st, 2008 at 5:33 pm
Keep going ugly, There’s a pint of milk in it when you’ve finished!!
July 1st, 2008 at 8:52 pm
whew finally an update you guys were stuck in “23 stage” land forever..assuming an update issue…
I was about to FLY in and see what is going on! OK well now I can cancel my flight cause it looks like ur updated and friggin in the 15th spot—wooo hooo amazing!!!
CLOSE IT OUT!!! Almost there now!! So Excited for you guys!
GO Team Brunton, and Beck way to hang tough with da boys, you so rock chica
July 1st, 2008 at 8:56 pm
YAYEEEE BECKY!!!
What a GREAT job you and Team Brunton are doing on the race!! A little farther and you are done! What a spectacular race! You are a true inspiration to me to keep it going (’course I have some years on ya-lol). Still sending those good vibes from SLC! Can’t wait to hear about it!
Rock on, Girl!!
July 1st, 2008 at 10:03 pm
AM I READING THE LEADER BOARD CORRECTLY….16th THAT IS OUTSTANDING!!!!!
NICE JOB BRUNTON!!!!…YOU GUYS ARE IN THE HOME STRETCH.
I HOPE THERE IS A BOTTLE OF CHAMPAIGN WAITING FOR YOU AT THE FINISH LINE!
July 2nd, 2008 at 5:39 am
HOLY MOLY TEAM BRUNTON!! What a finish!! i feel like crying and i’ve only been watching! congratulations on a job extremely well done! we are soooo proud of you and soooo happy for you. you deserved to cross the finish line with your heads held HIGH!!!
now, please, COME HOME!! :o) we miss you here!!
July 2nd, 2008 at 8:34 am
CONGRATS TEAM BRUNTON…I see those TWO letters that I was hoping to see when I woke up this morning
“FT”
woooo hooo way to finish Primal Quest–WOW can’t wait to read ur reports & see the pics.
Congrats again !!!
July 2nd, 2008 at 8:37 pm
fantastic job becky and team!!!!
you guys did fantastic - lots of surfers in costa rica are soooo proud of you all.
becky - you rock girl!!!!
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