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Inside My 2025 Cocodona 250 Game Plan

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Apr 26, 2025
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INSIGHT

Quality Gear Matters in Racing

  • Finn Melanson emphasizes that gear quality profoundly impacts race comfort and competitiveness at Cocodona 250.
  • He finds a balance between ultralight and fully equipped gear yields the best experience and performance.
ANECDOTE

Mistakes with Hydration and Pack

  • Finn originally approached Cocodona 250 with a trail runner mindset, which did not suit the race's multi-sport demands.
  • He struggled with hydration and pack capacity on day one, realizing a need for a larger, multi-purpose pack setup.
ADVICE

Carry Ample Water Early

  • Carry a large volume of water from the first aid station to avoid rationing in remote sections.
  • Don’t rely solely on later aid stations’ limited water supplies which can be vandalized or depleted.
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