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

    Harricana 80 – Part IV: Finally, a lesson learned

    A few days after Harricana, I started thinking about all those promises I'd made to myself in the forest. I love ultramarathons, and I don't want to stop doing them, but I do need to stop doing them like this.

    September 18, 2026

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    Harricana 80 – Part III: Cadaver feet and microwaved McDonald’s

    There was, however, one remaining complication that I failed to mention previously. The Harricana people weren’t going to let me wander around the mountains indefinitely.

    September 17, 2026

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    Harricana 80 – Part II: Blisters and bile

    For the first twenty kilometres, everything was suspiciously fine. I was moving well and keeping an honest pace. The morning was beautiful and the scenery in the Parc National des Hautes-Gorges was stunning.

    September 16, 2026