A deceptively warm day presented the first test for the runners today, as the euphoria of a new race, a new adventure started to wear off a little and physical reality stared everyone in the face. Atmavir Spacil from Czech Republic cruised to a 72.44 mile day to climb within 3 laps of leader Vasu Duzhiy. The Russian also ran 70.24 miles to hold first place at this early juncture. A few of the veterans experienced sore legs and queasy stomachs throughout the day as the mercury approached the high 80’s. Austrian Surasa Mairer wasted no time in reclaiming the women’s top spot with a 65.85 mile day. First-timer Yuri Trostenyuk of Ukraine moved into third position overall with a solid 68.05 mile effort. Late evening breezes cooled the area as thunder showers are expected for the next 24 hours.