This year proved a challenge for Broshes as he underwent back surgery only two days before this year 's run .
Ralph Broshes , 70 , has participated in all 39 Spit Runs .
This year proved a challenge for Broshes as Ralph Broshes underwent back surgery only two days before this year 's run .
Ralph Broshes , 70 , has participated in all 39 Spit Runs .