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[cedargrove]

Very cool. Congrats.

[1William]

Good job!

[997.2]

Tight!!


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[watchwatcher]

Nice.

[Eric88]

That's badass. I did the Tough Mudder last year, but wore my Garmin instead of my Sub. I have done a smaller mud run with the Sub. It's fun!

P.S. The electro-shock part was the most unnerving part for me.

[GerardoG]

[9*9*3]

Fun photo. I'm sure my Sub will outlive me.

[Lpugliese]

well done!

[Sam Crow]

Thanks a lot guys!

Originally Posted by Eric88

That's badass. I did the Tough Mudder last year, but wore my Garmin instead of my Sub. I have done a smaller mud run with the Sub. It's fun!

P.S. The electro-shock part was the most unnerving part for me.

Yes, the electricity was shocking. Luckily, I managed to avoid most of it.

Originally Posted by Bfd70

Wow indeed. I thought i wore my Sub all of the time, but you have certainly taken it to the next level. The mods should immediately close all is it safe threads and leave a link to this thread.

Originally Posted by RogerF

But is it safe for me to use at Starbucks? I mean the coffee there has steam coming out for it after all.

LOL, they'll still keep coming... :)

Originally Posted by eltonbalch

Everyone loves a tough mother but you won't fit on my wrist...and I thought I abused my sub!

Not gonna lie, I'm sure there's a few new scratches on it - but nothing noticeabley more than the usual wear and tear over the years.

Originally Posted by Antwonr15

Awesome job man!! I finished a Spartan Ultra Beast and thats what ultimately led me to choose my DJ. Good to know that they can take a beating and keep running like nothing happened.

Congrats on both counts!

Originally Posted by sleddog

All I remember Rob is being hosed down after riding in the back of my brothers SUV wrapped up in a blue tarp! That was after already being dunked at the event. (Sydney).

LOL, don't worry I was in a daze too on the way home. Yeah, it was tough getting pics this time - I really wish I had more to share.

To be totally honest, I kinda underestimated the event. Last year, I did a shorter run called "Mud Hero", and at only 6km, I actually found it almost 'too easy'. So this year, I didn't train as hard and the extra duration just took it's toll on me. I was fighting dehydration and leg cramps after about 10-12k, or 4 hours - which of course is where they seemed to stack the obstacles. After reaching the top of a wall towards the end, I saw a girl on the other side, on a stretcher with neck brace being tended to by the medics. I hope she's all right...

Sorry for the not-great photos. We just had friend who took only a few shots with his cell phone.

"Arctic Enema" - kinda says it all, eh?


I can't believe I paid for this... ;)




The team is already thinking of doing it again next time. But I learned a humble lesson and I need to be better prepared, particularly with the hydration and nutrition before hand.

[tkerrmd]

Awesome!!

[sutats]

haha. That's terrific! Congrats on making it to the finish. I read about stinging nettle at TM some years back, that's probably the most painful part.

[Autavian]

Very cool post. Bravo!


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[superdog]

Nice job dude!!!

Love the pics, the story and the watch.

Ur a bad ass. Enjoy it.

[Degas]

Been there done that... (44.5 too ;)

Very cool!

[jwmacawful]

Originally Posted by Sam Crow

The Sub, not me (of course).

I'm turning 45 this year and not getting any younger. Trying to keep up with the kids in this "Tough Mudder" race. 5.5 hours of 16km hilly terrain, 30 degree heat, 20+ obstacles including barb wire, freezing water, mud, gravel, electric shocks, tear gas and whatever else those crazy bastards could think of. Not gonna lie, I was pretty dead at the end of it. My legs were toast and my knees were shot. At least I got a free beer and t-shirt at the end.

My trusty 14060 Sub of 16 years kept going, and kept me going. We made it!

Now hopefully we can put those silly "Is it safe...?" questions to bed.




Passing the freezing water test.


'I gonna feel this in the morning...'


Cleaned up and good to go.

Thanks for looking!

sam; congrats for even showing up! i have no doubts the rolex would come through ok but big cheers for you as well.

[Sam Crow]

Thanks for the kind words guys.

Originally Posted by sutats

haha. That's terrific! Congrats on making it to the finish. I read about stinging nettle at TM some years back, that's probably the most painful part.

Thankfully, no stinging nettles this time *phew*.

Originally Posted by Degas

Been there done that... (44.5 too ;)

Very cool!

Great shot!

[TheVTCGuy]

Sam! You can't get a Submariner wet!!!!!!

[Sam Crow]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Sam! You can't get a Submariner wet!!!!!!

Don't worry, it's ok because I was using a genuine nylon strap!

[brettpaul]

Congrats mate - you are Submariner-tough for getting through that race!!

[123Blueface]

Very cool indeed.
However, is it safe to take swimming?

[Loevhagen]

Nice story and images.

[mps354]

Very nice, congrats on finishing

[boost2perfection]

Pics of the watch after a bubble bath? :D

[Sam Crow]

Thanks guys!

Originally Posted by boost2perfection

Pics of the watch after a bubble bath? :D

Actually, in my first post, the pic of the watch on the TM towel (with the bracelet on) was shortly after a wash with hand soap, dried off with a microfiber towel. The NATO strap cleaned up easily too. (Just soaked in warm soapy water for a few minutes, rinse and let it air dry)

But what the heck, I could always could use more practice ;)



Cleans up pretty good enough for me. All things considered, not bad for a 16 year old daily wearer :)

[BomB#Frog]

Awesome! That's sounds like fun.

[brandrea]

Well done Rob, PLEASE don't take your vintage GMT on any tough mudder courses

[Sam Crow]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Well done Rob, PLEASE don't take your vintage GMT on any tough mudder courses

you got me. I'm crazy, but not that crazy! I think this would be quite a different post if I did. Besides Czonger would probably hit me on the head with a bezel press. Actually, just got it back the other day. Briefly shown in my 'fuzzy feeling ' pics. Will do a proper photo post when the bracelet arrives, hopefully tomorrow :D

[boost2perfection]

Originally Posted by Sam Crow

Thanks guys!


Actually, in my first post, the pic of the watch on the TM towel (with the bracelet on) was shortly after a wash with hand soap, dried off with a microfiber towel. The NATO strap cleaned up easily too. (Just soaked in warm soapy water for a few minutes, rinse and let it air dry)

But what the heck, I could always could use more practice ;)



Cleans up pretty good enough for me. All things considered, not bad for a 16 year old daily wearer :)

Looks great!

[Andad]

Great pix Rob.

[Majin Buu]

very impressive !

MB