Skating in Circles 022_Skate Across America Push Relay Team | Paul Kent, Andy Andras, Rick Stubblefield, Miles Kipper
Nov 10, 2025
Join distance skaters Miles Kipper, Rick Stubblefield, Paul Kent, and Andy Andras as they recount their exhilarating journey across America in the 2023 Push Relay. Miles shares insights on skatepacking challenges, while Rick reflects on team dynamics and logistics. Paul, the downhill specialist, reveals the thrill of navigating steep descents, and Andy dives into pacing strategies and nutrition essentials. Discover their captivating tales, from grueling climbs in the Appalachians to a triumphant beach finish, celebrating camaraderie and personal growth along the way.
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Fuel Plans Erode; Morale Drives Food
- Nutrition routines loosened after the first week as supplies dwindled and cravings grew for comfort foods.
- Early regimen shifted to gas-station burritos and Red Bull as morale and cravings drove choices.
Packed Camping Gear Went Unused
- Everyone packed camping gear, tents and sleeping pads but never camped one night; hotels became the norm.
- Overpacking slowed departures and proved unnecessary for the relay format.
Solo 'Rabbit' Legs Boost Miles
- The divide-and-conquer launch (sending a solo skater ahead from the hotel) recovered daylight and extended daily miles.
- Solo morning legs became “rabbit” runs that yielded big mileage gains.
