Before the road grabbed, kicked, and crushed us, we were all relaxed, cheerful

Here, Jack (2023), me (3442), Kariuki (2622), Gachanja (2533) and Sikuku (2429) pose for a photo before the race. We were still fresh and full of energy. You should have seen us after the race, weee!
Jack had an injury so he dropped off; I wangled a 2:25; Kariuki dropped out, he had an injury, something or both; Gachanja did 2:13; Sikuku had an injury but he did an amazing 1:50. Yeah, he ate ugali, dried fish and some very bitter herbs before leaving the house that morning. Just that you know, he strolled over Ndakaini - he did 1:47 while the guy in specs and between the two caps, did 3 hours. OMG!