Yesterday, December 5, was Repeal Day, celebrating the repeal of Prohibition. Many people use alcohol to get a buzz.
December 6, today, is the 340th day of the year, with 25 days remaining. There are four Wednesdays in December. 340 – (25+4) = 311. The shortest (generally agreed-upon) ultra marathon distance is the 50k, which is 31.06 miles, rounded up to 31.1.