How long could you live the Krupicka lifestyle?

Guano wrote:

Remember the climbing.com article about krupicka life in the long peal triathlon? How long could you do it? Riding at 38 miles at 5:29 am, jogging with a backpack, eating birdseed, naps, sport climbing, afternoon run, no TV, no family, another 38 mile ride.

I would last maybe 3 weeks before I realized that my talent level doesn’t justify that level of dedication. I

Anton's talent level doesn't justify the amount of time he currently spends on any of his activities. However, many years go he won some races and developed a following. Now he gets to do just do what he likes all day and for some reason he still has sponsors. I can't imagine he gets that much money as it's difficult to believe he has any sort of real following anymore, he's not at the top of any game anymore. I'm sure he would be the first to admit that he doesn't really do anything at an elite level, he just does a bunch of stuff outside all day that he's ok at. He's not a great runner, he's not a great cyclist, he's not a great skier, he's not a great climber...but he gets sponsored to do these things all day. Enjoy it while it lasts. At his age I'd be freaked out about how I will eventual earn a living. Being a barista in your late 30's is less fun than doing whatever you want all day.

But to answer your question, I could do it as long as someone paid me to, but I would be constantly worried about when they might stop paying me so I'd probably end up spending a lot of time planning on what I will do for money once my sponsors realise I suck.

Dude is going to end up on his family's Nebraska spread soon enough, and rave about the African Trail or whatever he calls it. I'm sure there will be a coffee shop nearby soon enough that he can work at.

Anton thinks his cool and actually thinks he was/is a good runner but injuries kept him from achieving his true potential. He true potential was exactly what he already did.

I am absolutely flattered that you would pay homage to my thread in this way. I hope it catches on.

John Utah wrote:

Peter Pan syndrome wrote:

He did it because it was “rad”.

His life is not uncommon, there are lots of guys like him, his type, you see it all the time with ski bums, surfers, climbers, etc. It’s a very selfish way of living, which is fine, it’s their life, but as the person ages it becomes increasingly sad; a refusal to grow up. A lot of them try to tie in their outdoor hobby with some sort of spiritualism - a connection to the outdoors/mountains/ocean whatever - which makes it more sad. Although, I know that I, and I think a lot of people, have a soft spot for these sorts of people. My favorite person of this type was the “Grizzly Man”. The documentary about him was fantastic.

Well said. On the mark.

Not surprising you agree with this, because you're a tool. What's wrong with finding something that makes you happy, and pursuing it? If you support yourself and don't rely on anyone for anything, it's your life, and I can think of countless worse things to end up having being the main thing that gives you happiness and fulfillment.

You sir, are a turd for pushing your beliefs on others as to what makes for a successful life. Mind your own business.

As usual, Utah is an idiot wrote:

John Utah wrote:

Well said. On the mark.

Not surprising you agree with this, because you're a tool. What's wrong with finding something that makes you happy, and pursuing it? If you support yourself and don't rely on anyone for anything, it's your life, and I can think of countless worse things to end up having being the main thing that gives you happiness and fulfillment.

This isn't really the most idiotic thing he's ever said. In fact, he almost exhibits some nuance.

You sir, are a turd for pushing your beliefs on others as to what makes for a successful life. Mind your own business.

I could do it forever except for the damn bird seed. ?

The situation is not like others that pursue a career like music, acting, or as a pro in many other sports... people suddenly wake up and they are 34 years old with no work experience. They've played/participated in X sport since they were in Jr High and now they are starting out where everyone else did at age 24.

Unless you were successful enough to really make some big big money you are going to have to work at playing catch up.

When did this duty on the individual to add some sort of perceived value to society by way of living a conventional lifestyle attach? My duty is to myself and my family. That means I have become an urban dweller with a conventional job, but I will jump into a more rural lifestyle with a lower income in the next 4 to 12 years, foregoing income to do something that I enjoy and to live a more simple lifestyle.

Our duty is to not take off of the plate of others, not to help put things on the plates of others. Some of us may elect to put things on the plates of others out of altruism and a sense of community, but that is not our duty.

Ya, a lot of people on here are clearly jealous of Krupicka's lifestyle. The guy got in crazy shape and killed it in some ultras early on the game, built a loyal following, and is continuing to reap the rewards - good for him.

As for a "job" when his sponsors decide to quit paying him - and based on just his social media following alone that day is far in the future (he essentially works in marketing now) - he will easily get hired as a "product developer/designer" or "brand ambassador," etc by any of these companies with a pretty cush salary. Once again - good on him.

Dude i'd be so ripped.

Smoove wrote:

When did this duty on the individual to add some sort of perceived value to society by way of living a conventional lifestyle attach? My duty is to myself and my family. That means I have become an urban dweller with a conventional job, but I will jump into a more rural lifestyle with a lower income in the next 4 to 12 years, foregoing income to do something that I enjoy and to live a more simple lifestyle.

Our duty is to not take off of the plate of others, not to help put things on the plates of others. Some of us may elect to put things on the plates of others out of altruism and a sense of community, but that is not our duty.

Your question was answered in detail by multiple people here. Go and read the posts.

Nobody is telling you what do do. Nobody is telling AK what to do. You have every right to be selfish. It’s not agains the law. You won’t be alone.

As usual, Utah is an idiot wrote:

John Utah wrote:

Well said. On the mark.

Not surprising you agree with this, because you're a tool. What's wrong with finding something that makes you happy, and pursuing it? If you support yourself and don't rely on anyone for anything, it's your life, and I can think of countless worse things to end up having being the main thing that gives you happiness and fulfillment.

You sir, are a turd for pushing your beliefs on others as to what makes for a successful life. Mind your own business.

You can relate to the idea of not adding value. I can see that.

Smoove wrote:

Our duty is to not take off of the plate of others, not to help put things on the plates of others. Some of us may elect to put things on the plates of others out of altruism and a sense of community, but that is not our duty.

This is what’s wrong with the world. You believe everyone’s only “duty” is to look out for themselves. You couch it in this false belief that you can do that while not taking from others, but, I’d like to see you earn a living in a manner that doesn’t necessarily require you to take from others.

We all make this world the way that it is. If our “duty” were to look out for others the world would be a much better place.

Nothing constructive wrote:

arguist wrote:

that's a terrible argument. If everyone did the same thing (anything) - society would fall apart.

He said “lived like he did”, not all doing the same thing. Basically Anton just does whatever he feels like doing every day. Apparently he gets paid to do that, which is a good thing for him. But he only gets paid by companies because they use him to market their stuff to people who actually work. If nobody was going to work to afford to buy his sponsors gear, the companies would soon go out of business and Anton would have to get a job.

What are you idiots getting at? You realize you can use this argument against all pro sports right? Get off your moral high horse, jesus christ

Uhh wrote:

Nothing constructive wrote:

He said “lived like he did”, not all doing the same thing. Basically Anton just does whatever he feels like doing every day. Apparently he gets paid to do that, which is a good thing for him. But he only gets paid by companies because they use him to market their stuff to people who actually work. If nobody was going to work to afford to buy his sponsors gear, the companies would soon go out of business and Anton would have to get a job.

What are you idiots getting at? You realize you can use this argument against all pro sports right? Get off your moral high horse, jesus christ

Not really. Pro athletes in “major sports” are entertainers and produce entertainment content that millions are willing to purchase. But that’s not really at the heart of what this discussion is about.

The world can be just fine without people having other people's norms and mores forced upon them. How is it that being employed in a conventional way is now somehow the only way to not be selfish? Since when did it become un-American to value independence and to be self-sustaining? Why do we have to have the kind of job that John Utah believes adds to the community economic pile? The points being made weren't about helping your neighbor in need, they were about having a job that leaves something on the table for the greater economic good.

What does that even mean in an economy that is no longer driven by manufacturing, but rather has become a service economy? To the extent a real estate lawyer adds to the community economy by way of facilitating real estate development, doesn't a sponsored athlete contribute to the community economy by driving additional manufacturing of the products that he endorses? What if I become a full time on-line running coach to adults around the country? Does my facilitating their engaging in their hobby satisfy the test?

I am not endorsing a country full or recluses or hermits. I am suggesting that my duty it to be self-sustaining and to not be part of a welfare state where I am relying upon others for my basic needs. I have a family. I have a successful career. I have paid my fair share of taxes. I volunteer in my community. I do those things because I choose to do them. Should I decide to give up my career at age 50 once my kids are in high school and my house is paid for and shift to doing something else, I won't be relying upon others to cover my housing, my food, my healthcare or retirement. But I also will be doing something that interests me even if it doesn't add directly to the community economic stockpile in some easily measurable way.

I call that independent and self-sufficient. Characterize it as selfish because it doesn't fit into some box of your design if you want, but I call it the essence of America.

Community spirit wrote:

Smoove wrote:

Our duty is to not take off of the plate of others, not to help put things on the plates of others. Some of us may elect to put things on the plates of others out of altruism and a sense of community, but that is not our duty.

This is what’s wrong with the world. You believe everyone’s only “duty” is to look out for themselves. You couch it in this false belief that you can do that while not taking from others, but, I’d like to see you earn a living in a manner that doesn’t necessarily require you to take from others.

We all make this world the way that it is. If our “duty” were to look out for others the world would be a much better place.

I think Smoove missed a Sunday School lesson or two. Smoove’s parents dropped the ball.

Paying taxes is probably the greatest good anyone in the US does with any regularity. If he's doing that he's already doing his part to help others and his country.