Head in the clouds, feet on the ground

I’m Mike Chaput, and I’m an entrepreneur. A lot of my business skillset derives from endurance running and the deep, dark woods that it forces me to navigate and conquer daily. I’m now searching for new ideas and opportunities and hoping an honest introspective look will help fuel my inspiration.

Looking to find your entrepreneurial stride?

Running a successful business is like running an ultramarathon—it requires similar preparation, determination, and execution. 42clicks is an introspective collage of my thoughts and experiences, which will hopefully provide the occasional useful tidbit.

  • From the blog

    The difference between stubborn and stupid

    As I laboured through the opening kilometres of the Course des Pompiers, I found myself again contemplating one of life's great unanswered questions: where exactly is the line between stubborn and stupid?

    June 7, 2026

  • From the blog

    Redemption’s a dish best served muddy

    There are races where you chase a personal best, or meaning, or redemption. Sulphur Springs 2026 was firmly in the third category.

    May 27, 2026

  • From the blog

    More lessons I’d tell my younger self

    Back by popular demand, here's another list of lessons I would convey to my 20 year-old self.

    May 16, 2026