Runners, Here is what others have said about the 2009 Bandit Trail Run! Let us know what you thought.

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Bandit Race directors,

Paul, Sami and I participated in the Bandit Run in Simi Valley. He ran the 30K and Sami and I hiked the 14K. I guess you have to walk before you can run. It was awesome!! It took Sami and I three and a half hours to finish. Sami was so excited to get so much attention for being the youngest participant and receiving a medal. My feet are sore from the hike, other than that I feel great. I find it hard to believe that 6 months ago I was in a coma and on life support fighting for my life from injuries suffered in the Metrolink train accident. I am so amazed on how my recovery is going, but I know I have a long way to go. I thank God everyday for my life. I recently returned to work on a limited basis. Everything that I do is a step forward to recovery. Participating in the Bandit Run gave me a great sense of accomplishment. We have received many cards, meals from friends in the 805 Boot Camp Program and appreciate everything that helped us through a difficult time.Thank you all so much for your prayers, cards and support. The event was well organized and we had a lot of fun. Looking forward to the next Bandit Run.

What an unforgettable, well-organized and arduous course!  Thank you so very much for the long hours that went into the planning and execution in making this inaugural run such a unique experience.

From the professional-looking website & in-person registration to the impressive "spoils" after the circuit such as a penetrating massage by nurturing masseuses, convenient recovery drinks, gels, Jamba Juice, Trader Joe's protein snacks, other good energy food, generously filled goodie bags, I salute all involved in bringing this amazing experience to us runners. I especially commend the 805 BootCamp volunteers for their commitment and boundless encouragement.  I was in awe of such group cohesiveness and genuine happiness for every participant's effort/fitness improvement.

Your combined efforts have set the bar very high, indeed, this first time around.  My next fitness level awaits to be started soon because I anticipate triple the competition the following year. 

In Gratitude,

Sandi K. 

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I just wanted to say thank you for putting on such a great event.  Everything was wonderful.   The course was soooo hard ( at least for me)  I LOVED every minute of it J  I spent the previous two weekends celebrating my 40^th B-Day, needless to say I was not really training for the event but just had to try it.  I have done Bulldog, Boney Mountain etc… and this really topped them all.

Next year I’ll be sure to prepare a bit more.  ( I am sure I will still be close to the end with or without training) but just love being out there.

See you on the trails!   

 Debbie B.