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Colorado Runner Reaches New Milestones

I’m happy to announce that Colorado Runner is nearly four years old. What started as a small, local running publication has quickly expanded into a much larger, glossy magazine with thousands of subscribers and loyal readers throughout the Rocky Mountain Region! And while so many of you love to receive our bi-monthly publication in your mailbox, we’ve also experienced a growing demand for timely race results and race information. As a result, our website, www.coloradorunnermag.com just reported its highest monthly web numbers ever. More than 135,000 individual pages were viewed by our web readers in the month of May, from our calendar listings to our race photo galleries. It looks like the need for running information isn’t slowing down. At press time in mid-June, our website was on track to break another record with the numbers climbing even higher. To keep up with the demand for instant electronic information, I created a monthly e-newsletter last fall. To date, nearly 15,000 runners and multi-sport athletes receive Colorado Runner Express at the start of each month. If you aren’t on the list, you can log onto our website to subscribe. The e-magazine is filled with free training tips, trail reviews, information on upcoming races, and more. I wasn’t surprised to see that a recent research study by the National Sporting Goods Association found that the mountain states are the fittest. Participation in fitness events as a percentage of population outranked the Pacific states and New England. I say keep up the good work Colorado and see you at the races!

Happy trails! Derek

Publisher Derek Griffiths nears the finish of the 15 Mile Mini Marathon in Fort Collins in May.

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Derek, I always look forward to checking out Colorado Runner to see what’s going on with all the races. Colorado Runner is always the best resource for results and photos. Keep up the great work! See ya at the next race! Corey Hanson, Bellvue, CO Derek, I have run in a few of the races I have heard about from you. I started running about a year ago and have really gotten into it and enjoy all the info you send. Thank you for making it so easy to find some good races to run! Jennifer Peppmuller

Derek, Charity groups really need to find another business model. The “Run for Dread Disease of the Week” is really getting old. I have sympathy and compassion for those with health problems, but again, the “it’s all about donations” 5K run for Dread Disease has simply been beaten to death. As for Colorado Runner, you do absolutely nothing to support the sport. There are hardly any events left that could actually be considered “races.” They have all been relegated to the status of “walk-a-thon.” Why not remove the “runner” portion from your title? The overwhelming majority of participants in these events are unable to ambulate at a pace that anyone would consider “running” and most simply walk. Colorado Fund Raising Walkathon Magazine might be a more appropriate title where instead of listing the winner and age group awards, you could list the people who raised the most funds. Chuck Jernigan Broomfield, CO

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Almost 200 triathletes gathered at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood for the Little Foot Sprint Triathlon. The course consisted of a 750 meter swim, a 15 mile bike and a 5K run. Photo by Derek Griffiths/RunningMemories.com 10

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Train Like Delaney

with Jason Delaney Personal Bests Half Marathon - 1:07:05 (2006) Marathon - 2:19:45 (2006) Do you train with a coach, a group, or by yourself? I train largely by myself, but often meet my Boulder Running Company/Adidas teammate, Art Seimers, whenever possible for workouts. I don’t have a coach, but I owe Cody Hill at the Boulder Running Company in Colorado Springs a great deal of credit for helping to make the sport affordable by managing our Adidas sponsored team.

Four Months Out: Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday:

Friday: Saturday: Sunday:

AM: 7 miles easy PM: 12 miles medium AM: 7 miles easy PM: 16 miles medium AM: 7 miles easy PM: 10 miles medium effort, 6x60 meter hill sprints AM: 7 miles easy PM: 12 miles with a fartlek of 14 x 2 minutes on, 90 seconds off AM: 7 miles easy PM: 10 miles medium, 8x100 meter strides 10 miles including a 4 mile tempo run in 21 minutes 20 mile easy run

Six weeks out: Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday:

Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday:

AM: 7 miles easy PM: 5 x 2 mile @ 10:10 with 90 seconds rest AM: 7 miles easy PM: 12 miles medium effort, 6x60 meter hill sprints AM: 7 miles easy PM: 20x400 meters in 68 seconds with 100 meter jog recovery in 40 seconds AM: 7 miles easy PM: 10 miles easy AM: 7 miles easy PM: 9 miles medium, 8x100 meter strides 10 miles including a 4 mile tempo run in 20:40 23 mile easy run

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Delaney at the Cherry Creek Sneak.

Jason Delaney recorded an incredible 2:19:45 debut marathon in last year’s Austin Freescale Marathon. The time was strong enough to qualify the runner for this fall’s Olympic Marathon Trials in his first attempt at the distance. It was an incredible accomplishment for the runner, who many people recognize from the infinity tattoo emblazoned on his right arm. Delaney wears the tattoo in memory of his eight University of Wyoming cross country teammates killed in a car crash in 2001. While Delaney was a walk on at Wyoming and his collegiate running career was plagued by injury, he seems to be finding his stride now. Originally from Montana, Delaney currently lives with his wife in Golden near North Table Mountain. The 27-year-old athlete moved to Colorado a year ago after finishing graduate school in San Diego. When he’s not training for the Olympic Marathon Trials, he’s working as a structural engineer with KL&A.

I know that you ran on the University of Wyoming team that was killed in a car accident. How did that impact you personally and your running career? I don’t really think of it as an accident. It was more of a deadly assault by a drunk driver in my mind. I’m sure that the wreck affected my running career, but I can’t really tell you how. Losing many of my closest friends in the blink of an eye was really devastating personally, not only because of the harm it caused me, but because of the loss that other friends and family had to deal with and the meaningless loss to society of some very good people with incredible futures. There is never a day that passes when I don’t think about September 16, 2001. What are your current running goals? I am currently taking a one week break from training before beginning my buildup for the Olympic Marathon Trials in New York this fall. I’d like to run a fast half marathon about six weeks or so before the trials. Maybe, the Philadelphia Distance Run or some other fast half marathon around that time. What has been the highlight of your career? Definitely qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials in my marathon debut. Where is your favorite place to run? The trails around Happyjack Recreation Area east of Laramie. What running injuries have you had to overcome? I had a nasty ankle sprain in college that lead to two Achilles tendon surgeries. Basically, for three years in college I was training in the pool during the week and racing on the weekends. It was a real drag and about the closest I’ve ever been to quitting the sport.

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He’s known to put in more than 150 miles a week, so we asked Jason to give us a few examples of how he trains. Here’s his response. Most people consider me a pretty high volume runner. Over the past three years I’ve averaged just over 90 miles per week. That includes downtime due to injury, sickness, and scheduled time off. I have run as much as 156 miles in a week during marathon training buildup. A typical week of training is around 100 to 115 miles consisting of a seven mile morning run five to six days a week, accompanied by nine to 12 mile afternoon runs and a weekly long run ranging from 18 to 26 miles. Here are two example training weeks. One is during my buildup phase four months before a marathon and one is six weeks before a marathon.

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The inaugural induction ceremony for the Colorado Running Hall of Fame was held on May 18 at the Denver Athletic Club. Those honored included (L-R) Joe Vigil, Bill Michaels, Colleen De Reuck, Ted Castaneda, Pat Porter, Lorraine Moller, and Frank Shorter. Jon Sinclair was also honored, but he was unable to attend.

Coloradans Compete At World Duathlon Championships Derek Kite of Colorado Springs recently finished sixth at the ITU Short Course World Duathlon Championships in Gyor, Hungary on May 19. Mike Sharkey of Lakewood also competed in the event that consisted of a 10K run, 40K bike, and 5K run.

Messner Sets American Record Carrie Messner-Vickers, 29, of Carbondale set a new American record in the 2,000 meter steeplechase on May 5 at the Vanderbilt University track in Nashville, Tennessee. Running a 6:20.66 at the Nashville High Performance Twilight Meet, Messner broke the previous record of 6:25, which was held by Kelly Strong. The 2,000 meter steeplechase is an event rarely contested beyond the high school level in the United States. The American record for the standard 3,000 meter steeplechase is 9:29.32, set by Briana Shook in 2004.

Stofko Wins 150 Mile Race

Runners Roost Lakewood Runners Roost Fort Collins Running Wild

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Ballengee Returns to Racing

Dathan Ritzenhein (pictured above) broke a 10-year-old Central Park record at the Healthy Kidney 10K in 28:08 on May 19. Ritzenhein, 24, who recently moved from Boulder to Eugene, Oregon, ran the second half of the hilly one-loop course in New York City in 13:54. Ritzenhein ran the final 400 meters uphill in 68 seconds to surpass Paul Koech’s 1997 Central Park record of 28:10.

Danelle Ballengee shocked fans with her return to racing at the Adventure Xstream 12-hour adventure race in Buena Vista in May. She completed the 60-mile course in 11.5 hours, just five months after her near-fatal 60-foot fall in Moab. Doctors estimated that it would take three to six months before she might walk again after shattering her pelvis. Ballengee was the only solo female competitor in the race.

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Ultrarunner and Exercise Physiologist Paul Stofko of Longmont was the overall winner in the 2007 McNaughton Park Trail Run (MPTR) 150 miler held on April 13-15th in Pekin, Illinois. The MPTR is the only 150 mile race in the United States. Paul finished the race in 35 hours and 22 minutes, beating the second place runner by five hours. Stofko has been running for the last 16 years and has competed in some of the toughest races in the country, including the Leadville 100 and the Western States 100. After the race he said, “I believe we all have a burning passion in our hearts that must be expressed and I think mine is expressed through my running. I look forward to testing the limits of my body both mentally and physically.”

Record-Setting Marathon Trends Last year was another remarkable year for marathons in the United States. Running USAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Road Running Information Center recently released its annual marathon report, revealing that a record 410,000 runners finished marathons in the U.S. in 2006. Last year in the U.S., a record 61 marathons had at least 1,000 finishers. During the first running boom 30 years ago, there were only 12 U.S. marathons with 1,000 finishers or more. The median age for a marathon finisher was 38 years old. The median finishing time was 4:15:34 for men and 4:46:40 for women. That is significantly slower than just 10 years ago when men averaged 3:54:00 and women averaged 4:15:00. The Rock â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Roll Marathon is an example of how walkers and charity fundraisers have helped marathons grow. Groups such as Team in Training have produced many slower finishers - in fact 2,857 participants (18% of the field) took more than six hours to complete the course. Nationwide the number of runner/ walkers finishing a marathon in over six hours was approximately 11% of the total, and of those, 63% were women. While more relaxed participants are bringing up the rear, the number of marathoners running better than four hours has also increased. The number of sub-four hour finishers has more than doubled at the Boston and Chicago marathons in the last decade. Overall, about 30% of 2006 marathoners finished in less than four hours. Of those, 76% were male.

Texas Governor Rick Perry and his wife Anita honor the winners in the Texas Round-Up 10K in Austin on April 28. Romanian Olympian Nuta Olaru (33:59) currently trains in Longmont and former Adams State standout Celedonio Rodriguez (30:11) trains in Alamosa.

Everest Awards Presented at Teva Mountain Games

The third annual Everest Awards honored adventure sports athletes at the Teva Mountain Games on June 1 in Vail. Darcy Africa of Boulder and Karl Meltzer of Sandy, UT were recognized for achievements in trail running. Last year Africa posted the best finishing time, male or female, for the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning, and Meltzer won six 100-mile races. Melanie McQuaid, the only person to win the Xterra Triathlon World Championship three times, won the female multisport award. Michael Tobin won the male multisport athlete of year award.

Half Marathoners Receive Finisher Medals Cash Awards For Breaking Course Records

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>> NUTRITION ADVANTAGE <<

13 Fluid Facts To Boost Your Training by Nancy Clark If you are a serious runner who works up a good sweat, you might have wondered how much you should drink before, during and after a hard workout, especially during these hot summer months. According to the American College of Sports Medicine’s latest update on fluid needs for athletes, only you can determine that answer because fluid needs vary greatly from person to person. Here’s what ACSM has to say.

Dehydration is more common than overhydration, but overhydration to the point of hyponatremia (low blood sodium) is very dangerous and can escalate into seizures, coma, and death. The symptoms include headache, vomiting, swollen hands and feet, undue fatigue, confusion, and wheezing (due to water in the lungs).

Hyponatremia that occurs in ultra-endurance events that last for more than four hours is often related to extreme sodium losses. Hence, with extended exercise, be sure to replace sodium losses with more than just sports drinks. Choose endurance sports drinks and salty snacks such as pretzels, V-8 juice, soup, olives, salt sprinkled on foods, and even salt tablets.

Sweat rates commonly range between 1 to 4 pounds per hour, depending on your sport and environmental conditions. Sweat rates for a 110-pound slow runner might be one pound (16 oz) of sweat per hour, while a 200-pound fast runner might lose about four pounds (a halfgallon) per hour. Triathlon training? Even fast swimmers sweat—almost a pound per hour.

Few runners actually make the effort to learn their sweat rates; they simply drink according to thirst throughout their workout. This can be OK if you are jogging gently for less than an hour. But if you will be sweating bullets during long hard runs, you really should know your sweat rate. Otherwise, you are likely to repeatedly underhydrate, become chronically dehydrated and hurt your performance.

To determine if you are adequately hydrating on a daily basis, weigh yourself nude each day in the morning after having emptied your bladder and bowels. Your weight should be stable and not creep downwards. This weight assumes— 1) You are not restricting calories to lose weight; 2) You have not eaten abnormally high amounts of sodium the night before, such as a water-retaining Chinese dinner; 3) You are not experiencing pre-menstrual bloat.

There’s no need to try to super-hydrate prerun; your body can absorb just so much fluid. If you overdrink, you then may have to (inconveniently) urinate during the run; the 18

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kidneys can only make about 1 quart of urine per hour. A wise tactic is to tank-up two or more hours pre-exercise; this allows time for your kidneys to process and eliminate the excess. Then drink again 5 to 15 minutes pre-exercise.

Some runners can tolerate exercising while dehydrated better than others. But most runners who lose >2% of their body weight in sweat losses lose both their mental edge and their physical ability to perform well, especially if the weather is hot. Yet during cold weather, you are less likely to experience reduced performance even at 3% dehydration (4.5 lbs sweat loss for a 150 lb athlete). Dehydration (3-5%) does not seem to impact either muscle strength or anaerobic performance. Yet, sweat loss of 9% to 12% body weight can lead to death!

If you become more than 7% dehydrated, you will likely end up with a doctor introducing intravenous fluid replacement. In most cases, there is no advantage to taking fluids by IV, unless for medical necessity.

If you become significantly dehydrated and have to exercise again within 12 hours, such as with double workouts or triathlon training, you need to aggressively rehydrate. This means drinking 50% more fluid than your sweat losses (to account for the water you lose via urine). Sipping fluids for several hours after you exercise maximizes fluid retention and is preferable to gulping one big drink.

If you enjoy a pre-run caffeine-boost to enhance your performance, rest assured caffeine (in small doses; <180 mg/day, a 12-oz mug) is unlikely to increase your daily urine output nor cause you to become dehydrated. Enjoy it, if desired!

Alcohol has a diuretic effect, particularly in large amounts. After exercise, consume alcohol only in moderation, if at all, with lots of extra water (plus some carbs to buffer the alcohol and refuel the muscles).

When you are running hard for more than one hour (or doing several hours of less intense running), adding 120 to 240 calories of carbohydrates (30-60 g) per hour to your water can help you perform better. These carbs help maintain normal blood glucose levels so you are able to enjoy sustained energy. Nancy Clark, MS, RD, CSSD (Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics) counsels casual and competitive athletes in her private practice. Her Sports Nutrition Guidebook, Food Guide for Marathoners, and Cyclists’s Food Guide are available via www.nancyclarkrd.com.

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Muscle cramps are believed to be associated with dehydration, electrolyte deficits and muscle fatigue. If you sweat profusely, are left caked with salt, and experience cramps, take extra care to drink plenty of sodium-containing fluids while exercising. Because of the high salt content of the standard American diet, you can likely replace sodium losses during meals without sodium supplements. But consuming extra salt on your food if you had high sweat losses can be a smart way to enhance recovery, retain fluid and stimulate thirst.

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ASPEN DOWNTOWN MILE Aspen, Colorado Saturday, June 23, 2007

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SUPERIOR DOWNHILL MILE Superior, Colorado Wednesday, July 4, 2007

MOUNTAIN AVENUE MILE Ft. Collins, Colorado Thursday, August,9, 2007

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Running Relay Training How to get ready! by Tim Monaco

I can personally testify that the one time I raced in a relay (the 1996 Hood to Coast in Oregon) I experienced the worst case of soreness in all of my years of racing. I clearly remember having to walk backwards down the steps to the beach in Seaside to welcome in our last runner and the exquisite pain of being forced to run to catch my flight the next morning. The unique demands of doing several legs of running in a 14 to 24 hour period with less than optimal conditions for recovery create a recipe for muscular disaster. To best address the needs of various participants, I think it is best to break things down into these categories: 1) Those who are REALLY in the race to just have a good time. 2) Those who are looking to have a good time, but would also like to run well. 3) Those who are REALLY looking to race their legs. In each of the following segments, I will discuss these special considerations for each group of athletes: 1) Preparing for the total running distance. 2) Preparing for running several legs with breaks in between. 3) Developing a strategy for refueling and transit.

For the Party Guy/Gal Going into this race with a clear goal of having a good time is one of the easiest goals to achieve. Running relays are rolling parties and, depending upon whom you have as teammates and whom you interact with on your 20

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journey, you are sure to have a life changing experience. But even if your purpose is to have a lot of fun, you still have several legs of running to complete. In your situation, the biggest goal should be to prepare yourself to finish your running legs in good shape and not let poor preparation and/or poor race day strategy ruin your good time. Whether you are a first timer, a relative newcomer, or an experienced racer with modest goals, it is vital to have a base line of fitness to draw from. As a team or individually, you should know what is expected of you so you will know what your base requirement is. Each relay will have this information available many months before the race. Individual running legs will vary in distance from approximately three miles to eight miles. Total mileage requirements range from approximately 15 miles to 22 miles per runner. At a minimum, you should be able to complete your total mileage requirement in a singe run as you build up your training. Preparing to run several legs with a break between is very unusual. The dynamics of running and resting and running again make for a “perfect storm” of muscular damage. There are many runners that have been unable to even finish their running legs due to lack of preparation or running too hard. In my fateful turn at Hood to Coast, our lead runner injured his legs on the FIRST LEG and was unable to continue. Our team had to scramble to reorganize and figure out who would be willing to run extra legs. Training for this challenge is not easy, but at a minimum, any relay runner should include one double run day per week. This is simply a split

running day, with one run in the AM and one run in the PM. Start with something modest like three miles in the morning and two miles in the evening. You may want to gradually increase to the distances you will be running in your race. Even if you keep the miles short, by just doing this split workout, you will temper your legs to be ready to go after having a short break. Another huge part of having a good day is refueling during transit. The fact that you will be jammed into a van with several other runners and will be getting thrown in and out to run makes it tough on your body. With the extended breaks between running legs, you should actually be eating a pretty good meal after your runs. This will give you several hours to digest and be ready to get back out and run again. How much food and what you eat comes down to personal preference, but the golden rule is “don’t try anything new in a race!” Ideally you should have a plan and bring with you the food and drinks you will need. The worst mistake you can make is to assume you will get what you need out on the road. The typical rhythm for a morning start would be: • Wake up – Drink 16-24 oz water. • Wait 20-30 minutes. • Breakfast – Eat whatever you are used to and works for you. • Wait 30-45 minutes. • Continue drinking water and/or sports drink until time to run (within two to three hours). • Run first leg – drink water or sports drink for longer legs and/or hot conditions. • Immediately after running – drink a recovery

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Competing in a running relay is a right of passage for many athletes. There are several big relay events in Colorado, like the Colorado Outward Bound Relay and the Wild West Relay. There are few events in all of sport that challenge you the way this type of event will. Whether you are in it to test yourself and be on a competitive team or you are just in it for the traveling party, a bit of proper preparation will make for a much better experience.

drink and water. • Wait 20-30 minutes. • Eat your meal – whatever works for you and you know digests well. • Repeat. If you plan well and stay focused enough to keep to your routine, you will stay stronger through the day/night and be in much better shape afterward (i.e. - You get to party more after the race!).

For the Semi-Serious Runner You are looking to test yourself a bit more than the Party Guy/Gal, but still plan to have a really good time. Overall, the considerations above will apply to you, but there are a few adjustments you can make to get yourself more prepared to perform. When looking at the overall mileage requirements, you should be able to run the total miles at 75-85% effort pace in your training. This is something to build up to during your long runs. Gradually increase the amount of time you are running at this pace and make sure to taper back in the last three weeks before the race. Preparing for the on-off-on-off-on challenge will require you to familiarize your body with the two-a-day workout. Anyone who is looking to have a good chance to run strongly and consistently should include two to three days a week of two-a-day runs. As with the Party Group, it doesn’t have to be a lot of miles, just enough to get your body used to running again after a short recovery. To optimize your running it will be-

come more important to follow proper nutrition and recovery strategies. As difficult as it may be, it is also important to get in a bit of warm up and cool down before and after your run segments. Logistically this may be a challenge, but do your best to get out and run for five to 10 minutes before your leg and two to five minutes after. Even a bit of short running when you are stopped for other runner’s exchanges can help to get you warmed up and ready to go. It is important to rest between your efforts, but you also need to rouse your body back to get ready to perform again when it may feel that it’s done for the day.

For the Serious Runner You are looking to test yourself and help your team as much as possible. You are planning to take things seriously and will worry about the partying after you’re done. Certainly all of the things I have covered so far will be helpful to you, but there are a few little extras to help get you to your best. Assuming you are a pretty experienced runner, the overall mileage requirements are not too much of a concern to you. As with training to run a strong marathon, it becomes a question of how long you can maintain a fast pace. Building up the intensity of your long runs will help you achieve this. Try building up longer segments of running within the context of your long runs. For example: 20 mile run with 3x20 minute segments at your goal race pace. You can build up gradually to 3x40 minute segments, which will be more than adequate to pre-

pare you for three fast running legs. As with our semi-serious runner, including several two-a-day workouts into your weekly training is essential. To really get the most out of doing this type of training try adding some tempo running to one (or both) parts of your double. This will really get your legs ready for the demands of the three hard segments you will need to execute in your race. Following the previous advice for nutrition and warmup/cooldown strategies will be essential for you. In addition, if you really want to take it to the next level, you should consider doing some gentle stretching throughout the race and even some self-massage. Better yet, find someone else to give you a massage! Try to stay off your feet unless you are running and try to stay horizontal while you are in your vehicle.

Conclusion All things considered, doing a relay is one of the most fun and rewarding endurance events in existence. If you plan ahead and do your best to prepare your body, you will enjoy these great events even more! Tim Monaco is a multi-sport coach, licensed massage therapist, corrective exercise specialist and holistic nutrition & lifestyle coach. He is a former professional triathlete who has won Vineman Ironman, Buffalo Springs Lake Half Ironman and has completed 15 International Ironman Events. He can be contacted at 541948-7018 or www.monacobodyworks.net.

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All About Balance by Ken Sheridan

My eyes were the size of Grade “A” Large eggs as I looked out over the front wheel of my mountain bike and… it was no longer there! Too slow to react and get my front wheel over the ledge in front of me, too slow to go around it, too slow to find a soft place to land! My tuck and roll wasn’t perfect, but it was enough to save me from skinned palms or a broken collar bone. It did get me thinking about balance and how it’s a lot like the ability to breathe - it doesn’t seem very important until you lose it. Balance is the ability to maintain our center of gravity (my gut) over our base of support (my mountain bike tires – both of them). Failure to maintain balance causes you to lose the “rubber side down” goal of most cyclists and usually results in antiseptic cream and bandages.

Understanding Balance

There are two types of balance: static and dynamic. Static balance refers to that of a stationary object, like standing still. Dynamic balance refers to the balance of a moving object, like leaning into a turn on your bicycle. This often differs from static balance, as evident when you lean into a turn and have to stop suddenly. We all know what happens when we fail to clip out of our pedals – antiseptic cream and bandages. When we run (dynamic process), our center of gravity is placed in front of our bodies as we lean forward. We place our foot out (base of support) to keep us from falling on our faces, and repeat the process. Failure to get our foot out far or soon enough, like when it comes in contact with a tree root, again leads to antiseptic cream and bandages. The three systems involved in balance are the visual, proprioceptive and vestibular systems. Our visual system constantly anchors us in space by comparing our head position to the solid structures in our surroundings. As we age, our visual system plays a more active roll in balance. Our proprioceptive system refers to small sensors present in our joints that constantly give and receive information to and from our brain. These sensors allow us to close our eyes and touch our noses. The proprioceptive system can be adversely affected by joint stiffness brought on by tight muscles (not enough stretching). The last system is the vestibular system, which is made up of a system of canals in our inner ear that relay head position and motion sense to our brain. This system is adversely effected when we spin around in circles and get dizzy (thereby losing our balance). The vestibular system is considered the absolute reference system, resolving conflicts between the visual and proprioceptive systems. I should mention that none of this matters when you’re hurtling over the handlebars! These three systems work at three different levels of balance control. Steady state control helps us maintain safe standing and sitting

Balance Exercises

Try this: stand on one foot with your other knee raised to 90° in front of you. Now hold for 30 seconds. If you are able to maintain your balance for the entire time, then close your eyes and try again. Switch legs and try again. Balance retraining is easy to do and requires no equipment, it just takes practice. A good foundation for balance training is strength training. Strengthening your hip muscles creates a stable platform upon which to begin balance training. Static balance training will help with balance recovery on stable surfaces. Use the test presented above until you can maintain your single leg stance, eyes closed, for a full minute. Dynamic control is more involved, and can be more fun. First of all, if you road bike or spend all your time running on roads, get in the dirt! Trail running and mountain biking challenge your balance to a much greater degree, while giving you the same endorphin release you feel doing it on the roads. While on the trails, alternate focusing on objects that are near (5-10 feet away) to far (beyond 40 feet away). This will help stimulate your visual system. Dynamic balance can also be practiced by tandem (heel-toe) walking, walking backwards and walking sideways. You can increase your challenge by increasing your speed. Another way to practice dynamic balance is to place a number of objects on the floor in a half circle from your left side to your right, about three feet out from your feet. Standing on your right foot, bend over and pick up the first object, lifting your left leg in the opposite direction as a counterbalance (see figures 1 & 2). As stated earlier, balance is something we seldom think about until we lose it. Practicing balance will not only prevent injuries, it will make you a stronger athlete in the long run (sorry, I couldn’t resist). Dr. Ken Sheridan is a certified chiropractic sports physician who specializes in sports injuries at Active Care Chiropractic and Rehab in Golden. He can be reached at 303-279-0320.

postures. Anticipatory postural control helps determine foot placement while running based upon many factors including speed, cadence and visual cues in regards to the terrain. Finally, reactive postural control helps us recover from unexpected, unanticipated forces, like losing our footing. Progressive loss of balance, like so many things, occurs with age. Reduced physical activity and loss of muscle strength also play large roles in this. You may have noticed that endurance athletes that specialize in road racing have slighter builds than their trail running counterparts. This is because trail running requires the use of more stabilizing muscles than running on flat, even terrain. This causes the legs to be a bit more bulky.

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Always A Beginner by Vanessa Warren

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As I stand at the starting line, I feel that inevitable rush of anticipation. I take one last inventory of my body. My legs are still sore from the exercise classes I taught that week - more than usual, since I had substituted for a few other instructors that needed classes covered on several of my “off” times. With a slight cockiness, I assumed I could teach these extra classes and still perform well on race day. At the start line, however, I have my doubts. I am thirsty. Why didn’t I drink more water last night? I never drink enough, and now, it is too late. I look around at the competition. They look beautiful and strong, very lean and tall, like true runners in every way. I am jealous. I am short and stockier than the average runner and still think of myself as more of a TRIathlete, not so focused on running. Also, I am on their turf, so I feel they have the edge. They look confident and ready. They even have cool braids or ponytails to compliment their outfits. I am completely incompetent at hair arrangements, so again, I am jealous. My own locks are wadded up under my hat in hopes that I won’t have to remove it until I get home. My jealousy turns to anger. Now they appear cocky, almost snooty to me. They don’t stride, they STRUT. They don’t make eye contact and only speak to each other in knowing tones, spouting their training times as if to intimidate anyone within listening range. It almost works. I am unsure I can keep up, but become intrigued at the perceived challenge. I slide in behind them before the gun sounds, determined to keep pace at all costs. My legs feel labored from the start, but I stride well and evenly, keeping my pace July/August 2007

and listening to my breath. It is heavier than I would like, but I am not too uncomfortable and I can still hear “Miffy” and her friend breathing a few strides ahead. It feels like I am running too fast, but my confidence/cockiness tells my legs to keep going - it should only be about 20 minutes anyway. “Suck it up,” my mind tells my body. “Keep going!” I stare ahead, watching the pack start to spread out before me. Some runners already drop back, others sail along, waiting to catch their stride before burning ahead to join the front of the group. I am steady, searching the horizon for the first mile marker like a ship sailing for dry land. I look at my watch... 5:30. I should see it soon. There it is! I plow ahead, curious to find that first mark of my pace. Am I too fast? Am I too slow? Miffy and her friend are not too far ahead, so I still feel secure. Maybe they will drop off in the second half and I will catch them. I know I can’t go faster. There goes mile one and I am at 7:00. Not too bad! Faster than usual, but I don’t want to slow down and lose Miffy. I breeze by the table with the smiling kids and cool water. I don’t take any, even though my mouth is dry and I feel the thirst all the way to my toes. I can’t waste the couple of seconds I might slow down to either drink or throw the contents onto my head. My brain keeps saying, “Go, go, go! Don’t slow down!” I know I need water, but again, it seems too late to help. Only 15 minutes to my finishing goal - surely I can wait. I keep running, but it still feels forced. My legs feel detached, my lungs are heaving. Where is that darn turnaround point? Miffy and

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After finishing a local 5K race with a rather disappointing time, I wanted to share my thoughts; I’m hoping to show that even after 18 years of running, I have NOT perfected the sport! I still LOVE the hunt, the “game” of individual sports, the challenges, the emotional pitfalls, and the physical pains that running forces on my body and mind. It is my journey, one that helps me find myself, test my limits, and better understand who I am at the core. I am not perfect. I am not Superwoman, or Supermom, or a patron Saint. But I am me. And that is enough.

friend are beginning to pull away. Very slightly, but enough to let me know that if I am going to keep up, I have to have more. I search inside, but come up empty. “Just keep running,” I say to myself. I see the turnaround point ahead and look to my watch, judging the distance and time it will take to get me there. I am still on a 7:00 minutes per mile pace, but not feeling so strong. I reach the turn at 10:00, just about right. It is during the turn that I start to feel that strong pinch in my side. Why didn’t I drink more water last night? Or even this morning? It is a mistake I have made before and stubbornly repeat, each time hoping I will adapt some miraculous camel-like ability to bypass fluids. I am angry with myself now. I feel my pace dropping. The mile two marker seems light years ahead. Miffy has glided ahead and I can hardly see her on the horizon. She is sailing along, still strutting and seemingly at ease. I hate her. I hate her friend. Are they even sweating? Those braids were ugly anyhow... I turn to my own issues at hand. My side aches and pinches with every breath. It feels like I am running with a boulder sewn into my side. I keep running, although I feel the pace slipping and I am now searching for mile two, almost flailing my body along, trying to salvage what is left of my time. I reach mile two at 15:30. That means an 8:30 second mile. Horrible for me, but all I can muster. I try to drive on and feel my calf beginning to tighten. NOOOO! Not now! I feel the muscle begin to quiver. I try to stride ahead, waving desperately to my team members as they pass by on the opposite side of the road, still heading for the turnaround. They look good. They look happy and I am pleased for them. But inside, I am fighting with myself, trying not to appear overwhelmed with pain. After all, I am the team leader! I am supposed to run well and free, happy and strong, not aching and desperate. I knew better. I needed to run my own pace and not chase Polly Pigtails. I plod along, desperate to see the finish line and all too cognizant of my aching side and calf. I have given up chasing anyone and feel shamed as I watch the throng of runners pass by as I struggle to place one foot in front of the other. I know I am better than this. Hopefully, there is a downhill soon. I see the final turn into the stadium and tell myself I will surge on the downhill and hopefully gain some ground. I hesitantly look at my watch and feel that all is lost as my goal time slips away and I am still not close to the finish line. How much longer will it take? I have slowed to a 10:00 minutes per mile pace, far removed from my 7:00 stride only moments before. How quickly I have fallen. I am disappointed, but still focused on keeping my feet moving and desperately trying to cross the finish line the tiniest bit faster than my current pace. I see the clock ticking a disastrous fate. Finally, I am there. The official yells, “25:25.” I am heaving and aching, but not bad enough to stop me from shooting a quick, annoyed glare at him for his announcement. “Keep moving!” the others yell, herding me through the chute. I want to throw up. My side hurts. My legs hurt. Most deeply, my pride is crushed. 25:25. More than three minutes short of my goal. I wasn’t even close. I have run better times with friends, chatting the whole way. What happened to me? Life. That’s what happened. As I walk back over the course, I see my team members happily running along, cheering, and smiling as they head to the finish. I remember some of them attempting to simply run for two full minutes in what seems like yesterday. Now they are cruising along, happy and fulfilled. In that moment, I forget my own disappointment or pain and think about how lucky I am to be here in the warm sun, facing the unparalleled beauty of the Colorado mountains and watching these women succeed. They struggle too, and although I might cover greater distances in shorter times, we struggle TOGETHER, and that makes all the difference. While I feel the remorse of not reaching my goal, I also feel the exhilaration in the chance to try again, and again, and again. I am always learning - sometimes the same lesson, over and over. Most importantly, my hope is that in my shortcomings, others will see that no matter who you are, what your level of experience or competency, we all face the same struggles, and that is what really binds us together. Beginners and veterans alike struggle - as in life - and the important part is being able to pick yourself up and drive on with the enthusiasm and excitement for the future, never looking back so far as to let yourself feel regret. I check my calendar for my next race. NEXT TIME, I’ll be there! Vanessa Warren is the team leader of Moms In Motion in Colorado Springs. July/August 2007

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New Mexico Make the Best of the Upcoming Cross Country Season by Adam Kedge are new to the sport, running three days a week for 40 minutes may be consistent training. For an upper-level high school athlete, consistency may be running seven times a week or even putting together strings of 10 to 20 days in a row without missing a training session. Go long. The weekly long run should serve as the cornerstone to each week’s training plan. Even newer runners that are middle school in age should build up to 45 minutes of continuous running. Studies show that young bodies respond better to interval training, but a base of distance running is beneficial for any runner. More advanced runners can run as long as 75 to 80 minutes. Unless a runner is a national caliber athlete, high school runners going longer than 80 minutes is not often necessary. Work on your strength. In distance running, strength often has an opposite meaning than in the rest of the world of athletics. Strength does not mean increasing how much weight a runner can lift in the weight room. Strong runners have a sound endurance base. They develop this by running often, running hills, and by running workouts that are longer in distance than their races.

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time you can have exploring a place on foot. Have self-discipline. Run early in the morning before your day gets too busy and before the temperature climbs too high. Self discipline is one of the strengths of any good distance runner. Get into the habit of waking up at about the same time you’d wake up during the school year and start off your day with a run. Then you’ll have the rest of the day to enjoy your planned summer activities. Make sure to progress slowly. If you begin your running in July, you will have plenty of time to build up to where you need to be by September. Begin training at about half of the total weekly volume you plan on getting up to later in the summer. Alternate medium distance runs with shorter runs or days off. Listen to your body and do not press yourself into hitting a set distance right away. Have a goal. At Albuquerque Academy we stress that each of our athletes set an individual goal. Some of the areas of improvement that we look for are consistency in training, increasing the distance of the weekly long run, and building strength. Pick one area to improve on and keep that area of focus in the forefront as you are planning your summer training. Be consistent. Consistency can mean different things to different levels of runners. If you

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Stay off the roads. Running on softer surfaces helps to prevent injuries. What most people do not realize is that uneven mountain trails, sandy footpaths, and grassy areas can also strengthen the smaller support muscles in the lower legs. When the foot lands on an uneven surface, it is those support muscles that have to provide stability. The development of those smaller muscles in the lower legs can also ease the transition to speed training. Test yourself. A USATF age group track meet or a local road race are two great ways to test your progress and to stay motivated. At Albuquerque Academy, we do not encourage a lot of summer racing. Instead, we like to have benchmark workouts that a runner can test themselves on. One workout is our famous “blue tower” run where kids test their fitness against a tough uphill course. Every runner or high school program can find their own “blue tower” to test their fitness. It builds strength, pride, and encourages team unity when done as a group. Running a benchmark workout on a monthly basis is a great way to track fitness. The summer is a great time to get a head start on your competition. Focusing on consistency, gradual progression, and building strength will assure any young runner success during the fall season. Run often and we’ll see you out on the trails.

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Cross country is right around the corner and in order to assure success, start your plans today to experience the best cross country season of your life. The key to a great season for any age or ability runner begins in the summer. There are some simple things every athlete can do to insure a healthy and fruitful fall. Far too many young athletes begin cross country on the first day of practice. When their high school or USATF teams start the season, they are in attendance with little forethought or preparation. A young athlete’s eagerness to improve and willingness to prove him or herself can get in the way of progression that is sensible and injury free. The best way to start your fall is to start training today! Use a gradual progression of training and abide by some simple principles to remain motivated and healthy. Stay flexible. Everybody has varied summer schedules that may include summer camps, family vacations, or a summer job. Having some flexibility built into your daily schedule is the best way to fit in the training you may want to do. Incorporate running into your travel plans. There are many beautiful places to see and there is no better way to experience a vacation spot than by foot. Many hotels are surrounded by great trails and open space areas. Get out and really experience wherever you may be visiting. Even if it is Old Aunt Sue’s neighborhood, you’d be surprised at the great

New Mexico Albuquerque Academy’s Three Tiers of Summer Conditioning Plan A: The Newcomer This may consist of a younger age group runner or a high school aged athlete trying cross country for the first time. Start easy and take about three weeks to build up to the following: •Four weekly runs and three days of rest or cross training. •One run of 60 minutes in length at an easy to moderate pace. •Two runs of 45 minutes in length: one at a faster pace and another on a hilly or uneven surface. •One run of 30 minutes at an easy pace.

Plan B: The Returning Veteran Runners training in this group may include successful age group runners or high school athletes with one to two years of experience on their high school team. Start easy and take about three weeks to build up to the following: •Six weekly runs and one day of rest. •One run of 70 minutes in length at an easy to moderate pace. •Two runs of 50 minutes in length: one at a faster pace and another on a hilly or uneven surface. •Three runs of 30 minutes at an easy pace.

Plan C: The State Contender This group is for the advanced age group runner with national aspirations or the advanced

high school athlete who has already experienced success at the state level. Start easy and take about three weeks to build up to the following: •Seven weekly runs, plus some form of cross training. •One run of 80 minutes in length at an easy to moderate pace. •One run of 60 minutes at a pace that progresses from easy to near 5K race pace over the last five to 10 minutes of the run. •One run of 50 minutes on a hilly or uneven surface.

•Four runs of 30 to 45 minutes at an easy or recovery pace. Adam Kedge coaches at Albuquerque Academy in New Mexico. Since 1998 his boys track and cross country teams have won 15 state 4A team titles. His cross country teams have posted three undefeated seasons, two Nike Team National appearances, and have been nationally ranked for 8 consecutive years.

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New Mexico Wiklund Wins National Trails Day Race by Julie Winkles The race was definitely a family affair. For example, Anne Mansur, her daughter Annemarie Mansur, and her granddaughter Alexandra Seymour, all participated in the race and medaled in their respective categories. The youngest finisher was 11-year-old Natalie Viramontes of Anthony, New Mexico, and the oldest finisher was 78-year-old Bernard Stevens of High Rolls, New Mexico. They both received special medals. The race started and finished at 8,665 feet with the lowest point at 7,750 feet for an elevation change of 915 feet. The course uses parts of the historic Cloud Climbing Railroad grade and the old auto road from Alamogordo to Cloudcroft, as well as trails built by NMRTA. Jacob Wiklund wins the 8.1 mile race.

Three generations win medals.

National Trails Day June 2, 2007 Cloudcroft, NM New Mexico Rails-to-Trails Association celebrated National Trails Day on June 2 with an 8.1 mile trail race that began and ended at the Trestle Recreation Area in Cloudcroft, New Mexico. The overall winner, out of 105 participants, was Jacob Wiklund of Cloudcroft with a time of 1 hour, 2 minutes, and 56 seconds. The first female finisher was Ellen Aster of Socorro with a time of 1 hour, 17 minutes, and 5 seconds.

105 Finishers - Elevation: Start/Finish = 8,665’’

And they’re off!

Male (Overall): 1. Jacob Wiklund, 20, Cloudcroft, NM, 1:02:57; 2. Jeff Herrick, 43, Las Cruces, NM, 1:03:26; 3. Michael Waldo, 53, Las Cruces, NM, 1:03:48; 4. Coty Gooch, 16, Carlsbad, NM, 1:06:55; 5. Daniel Waldo, 20, Las Cruces, NM, 1:07:23. Masters (40+): 1. Jeff Herrick, 43, Las Cruces, NM, 1:03:26. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Michael Waldo, 53, Las Cruces, NM, 1:03:48. Seniors (60+): 1. Jay Fenberg, 61, Cloudcroft, NM, 1:26:53. Female (Overall): 1. Ellen Aster, 16, Socorro, NM, 1:17:06; 2. Sarah Crewe, 46, Ruidoso, NM, 1:18:35; 3. Sarah Welch, 41, Cloudcroft, NM, 1:18:59; 4. Wendi Graham, 37, Alamogordo, NM, 1:22:51; 5. Rebecca Forster, 41, Alto, NM, 1:23:57. Masters (40+): 1. Sarah Crewe, 46, Ruidoso, NM, 1:18:35. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Cathy Kemmer, 50, Las Cruces, NM, 1:33:08. Seniors (60+):1. Margaret Marietti, 60, High Rolls, NM, 2:12:39.

Runner Tim Borland is planning to run 63 marathons in 63 days in 63 different communities to raise money and awareness for ataxiatelangiectasia or A-T. The coast-to-coast running tour will begin at the Disneyland Half Marathon in Anaheim, California on September 3 and will end in New York City on November 4. Borland will be in Las Cruces, NM on September, 17 where he will start and finish his 15th marathon at the “Field of Dreams” stadium. He will travel to Albuquerque on September 18 and to Portales, NM on September 19. His Colorado marathons will begin in Colorado Springs on September 28. He will then travel to Littleton on Sept. 29 and to Boulder on Sept. 30. He expects to finish each marathon in four and a half hours. Borland will be pushing a jogging stroller to increase awareness of A-T. The stroller will sometimes carry a child with A-T and sometimes he will push an empty stroller in memory of a child who has passed away. He is taking requests to have him push your child with A-T or have him memorialize your child who had A-T. You can also request to run with him.

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The A-T Children’s Project is a nonprofit organization that raises funds to support and coordinate first-rate biomedical research projects, scientific workshops, and a clinical center aimed at finding a cure or life-improving therapies for A-T, a rare, fatal genetic disease that affects children. Children with A-T are usually confined to wheelchairs by age 10 and often do not survive their teens. Borland has been running since 1998 and has run more than 25 marathons and has completed many triathlons. He decided to partner with A-T Children’s Project to create the A-T CureTour through his friendship with the Achilles family whose 15-year-old daughter Cathryn has A-T. Her incredible sense of spirit despite adverse circumstances inspired Tim to raise awareness and funding for A-T research. The Tour will allow Tim to use his talent, passion and energy to accomplish an extraordinary goal that is much greater than any one person, while investing in a cause that is doing great things in the lives of children and families around the world. For more information, go to www.atcp.org.

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New Mexico Team USA for the IAAF World Championships Marathon Announced USA Track & Field announced the Team USA marathon squad for the 11th IAAF World Championships in Athletics, to be held in Osaka, Japan from August 24 - September 2. Leading the men’s team will be 2005 and 2006 USA Marathon Champion Mbarak Hussein of Albuquerque. Hussein, who has a lifetime best of two hours, eight minutes, 10 seconds, won the U.S. title for the second time last October at the Twin Cities Marathon. Joining Hussein on the Osaka team will be his training partner and the runner-up from the USA Marathon Championships, Simon Sawe of Albuquerque. Sawe has a personal best of 2:13:33. Rounding out the five man squad will be the 25K American Record holder Fernando Cabada of Bristol, Virginia, and HansonsBrooks Distance Project teammates Mike Morgan and Kyle O’Brien, both of Rochester Hills, Michigan. The women’s team will be led by the experience of Mary Akor (Gardena, Calif.), who competed for Team USA in the marathon at the 2005 World Championships, where she finished 50th. Also qualifying for the women’s team is

Zoila Gomez (Alamosa, Colo.). The former Adams State All-American finished fourth in Minneapolis with a personal best 2:35:26. Joining Akor and Gomez in Osaka will be Ann Alyanak (Bellbrook, Ohio); Kristin Price (Raleigh, N.C.)

and Samia Akbar (Hendon, Va.) The squad will look to continue the U.S. team’s progress following a fourth-place men’s team finish and sixth-place women’s team finish at the 2005 World Championships.

Beach To Run at World Championships

USA Track & Field announced the Team USA roster for the 5th IAAF World Youth Championships, held July 11 - 15 in Ostrava, Czech Republic. A total of 31 athletes - 16 men and 15 women - will be part of the U.S. delegation for the World Youth Championships. The U.S. roster was based on performance as well as required participation in either the 2006 Finish Line USA Junior Track & Field Championships, the 2006 USA Youth Outdoor Track & Field Championships, or the 2006 USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships. Curtis Beach of Albuquerque will compete for the U.S. in the octathlon. Other notables for Team USA in-

clude Jordan Hasay and William Wynne. At the 2004 and 2005 USATF Junior Olympics, Hasay completed a record-breaking double in the youth 1,500 meter and 3,000 meter runs. She then went on to win the 3,000 meter race at the 2006 Finish Line USA Junior Track & Field Championships and the 2007 USA Junior Cross Country Championships. The 2005 USATF Junior Olympic 400 meter hurdle champion, Wynne, in 2006, took home titles in the 110 meter hurdles and 400 meter hurdles at both the USA Youth Track & Field Championships and the USATF Junior Olympics. For complete Team USA roster and more information on the 2007 World Youth Championships, visit www.usatf.org.

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Fast Forward Express Mock and Rogers Win Colorado Colfax Marathon Hansons and BRC Teams Capture National USATF Relay Title

Wheelchair Championships

The marathon once again served as the red carpet for elite athlete’s vying for the Wheelchair Track and Field USA National Championship. Josh George, who won the Chicago Marathon last fall, won the race in 1:40:11. “This course is much tougher than Chicago,” he said, “but competitionwise, it is very similar since it is the U.S. nationals.” Amanda McGrory was the first female wheelchair athlete in 1:55:32, averaging four minutes, 25 seconds per mile.

Brooke Kish helped the BRC team win the relay. Post-News Colorado Colfax Marathon Aurora to Lakewood, CO May 20, 2007 In the second annual Colorado Colfax Marathon, Justin Mock, 25, of Boulder crossed the tape in 2:53:41 on the point-topoint course that finished at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Lakewood. Mock won $2,000 in prize money for his win. “I was picking off relay runners and half marathon runners, so that helped. I took it out pretty hard in the first half, then it got much harder in the second half.” Under sunny skies and comfortably warm temperatures, Lakewood’s Patty Rogers, 33, won the women’s marathon in a new course record time of 3:09:36. “It was a tough race for me - I could have paced better and I also had some stomach issues. But the cheering of family and friends really helped. It was a great day to run and I kept in mind that during the last 10K there were some downhill and flat sections.” Masters runners Steve Krebs of Lakewood and Lisa Gold-

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Thirty-two bands lined the 26.2 mile course to help motivate the athletes.

Relay Championships

In the USATF National Club Marathon Relay Championships, the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project reclaimed the men’s title and the Boulder Running Company/Adidas won the women’s crown. The winning teams each took home $5,000 for their efforts. Hansons-Brooks took the lead during the first mile before cruising to their second marathon relay title since 2003, running two hours, 15 minutes, and 36 seconds to overcome a late rally by the Wisconsin Runner Racing Team and win by 1:44. The men of the Boulder Running Company/Adidas finished seven seconds behind Wisconsin Runner in 2:17:27, while defending champion Boulder Distance Project was fourth in 2:21:09. In the women’s race, the Boulder Running Company/Adidas team took over the lead after 10K before going on to win their first marathon relay championship in 2:37:34. The Rocky Mountain Distance Team took the runner-up position for the second consecutive year in 2:40:16. The Wisconsin Runner Racing Team placed third, running 2:40:58, with Fleet FeetBrooks taking fourth in 2:45:26. The Big Sky Distance Project rounded out the top five, running 2:51:20. Clubs from Colorado, Kentucky, Michigan, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin took part in the fourth edition of the championships.

Half Marathon

Naomi Wangui set a course record in the half marathon.

In the half marathon, two Kenyan runners set new course records. Benson Cheruiyot led 2,000 runners to finish line in a blazing time of 1:08:58. Charles Kamindo placed second in 1:10:57 on the challenging course and Denver’s Andrew Smith placed third in 1:13:11.

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Justin Mock passes 15K in route to winning the marathon. Naomi Wangui ran in a league of her own in the women’s event. She finished more than 12 minutes ahead of the next closest competitor. With a winning time of 1:20:20, she placed seventh place overall. University of Colorado student Leah Larson finished second in 1:32:24 and Kris Lawson of Parker placed third in 1:33:39. The festive post-race expo for event participants featured live music, massages, and a wide variety of food and refreshments.

Kids Marathon Milers

More than 4,000 elementary and middle school students registered in the Colorado Kids Marathon Milers program, doubling the program’s size from last year. The students run or walk a cumulative marathon over three months. Many of the students chose to run their final mile on the race course. The program is designed to activate an interest in fitness and healthy lifestyle choices among children.

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smith of Nederland both placed second overall in the marathon to win $1,000 each. Krebs, who also finished second at the marathon last year, completed the race in 3:00:30. Goldsmith edged out Laura Eakin of Commerce City by just four seconds to cross the finish line in 3:17:42. After the race, it was discovered that the course was marked incorrectly, resulting in the marathoners running an extra half mile for a total distance of 26.7 miles.

Fast Forward Express Bolder Boulder 10K Reaches Record Bolder Boulder 10K Boulder, CO May 28, 2007

Registration hit a record number of 50,816 entrants for the 29th Bolder Boulder on Memorial Day, marking the first time registration surpassed 50,000. Last year the race ranked as the fifth largest in the world. Runners and walkers descended on the University of Colorado campus and found success as they crossed the finish line inside Folsom Field. Nicholas Hirsch of Gunnison and Paige Higgins of Littleton won the men’s and women’s citizens race. Hirsch, 24, broke away from the pack and ran the last half of the race in the lead, finishing in 31:04. Higgins, 24, crossed the line in 34:51, just 18 seconds ahead of runner-up Kristen Fryburg of Boulder. In the elite wheelchair competition, Longmont’s Jacob Heilveil won in 24:47. It was his 12th attempt at the victory. Saul Mendoza of Mexico had won the race for nine years, but did not participate this year. In the women’s race, Tucson’s Shirley Reilly won for the third consecutive year in 27:05. A shadow was cast over the celebration when Ross J. Lowe, 65, collapsed on the course and went into cardiac arrest. Despite a quick response from paramedics, Lowe never regained consciousness. The death was a first for the race. Later in the day, the 10th International Team Challenge took place. All eyes were on local elites Sara Slattery and Alan Culpepper. Slattery, the defending champ, had a disappointing race, finishing 13th. But her placement, combined with 2005 Bolder winner Elva Dryer finishing third in 34:01 and Kate O’Neill in sixth in 34:20, was good for second place for Team USA. Edna Kiplagat of Kenya was unstoppable in 33:42. She won the race, adding the title to the ING Bay to Breakers and Lilac Bloomsday 12K victories she earned earlier in the month. Amane Gobena finished second in 33:59, leading Ethiopia to the team title (2-4-7). Kenya, with 27 points (1-9-17), was third. “The Kenyans and Ethiopians were actually playing games with each other,” said Dryer. “They were kind of weaving a little bit. I just tried to focus on running my race, knowing that there was a chance that some of them would fall off.” O’Neill, a 2004 Olympian, said her training at Mammoth Lakes’s high-altitude helped her, adding, “This race was everything I thought it would be, especially being part of a team.” In the men’s race, Culpepper faded late in the race to finish fourth. Morocco’s Ridouane Harroufi won the event, marking the first

time in event history that a Moroccan took the title. With hot weather slowing the pace, the race turned into a tactical affair that favored the runner with the best finishing kick. That was clearly Harroufi, 24, who was sixth in the 2006 Bolder Boulder. He unleashed a decisive sprint on the final turn from Folsom Street to break clear of Ethiopian Solomon Tsige, who led much of the race. “I am so happy because there are a lot of good athletes here,” Harroufi said through an interpreter, speaking his native Arabic. “I was following the others and waiting. I know I am fast at the end.” Harroufi clocked 29 minutes, 52 seconds, the slowest winning time since 1988 and six seconds up on Tsige, who had no answer for Harroufi’s sprint. Ethiopia (2-3-8) took the team title with 13 points, while the United States placed second. The U.S. trio combined for 20 points as Matt Gonzales was seventh (30:36) and Edwardo Torres ninth (30:55). It was just the second time the United States placed all three male runners in the top 10 at the team competition. “Overall, I am pleased, both individually and for our team,” said Culpepper. “I feel I ran a solid race, and felt I put myself in the race and was competitive. I am happy with that, and on the team side, I am pleased that we ran to our potential. The crowd support was incredible again. All in all it was just another great year.” Men’s Top 10 1) Ridouane Harroufi, MAR, 29:52, $3000 2) Solomon Tsige, ETH, 29:58, $2000 3) Worku Beyi, ETH, 30:04, $1500 4) Alan Culpepper, USA / CO, 30:13, $2250* 5) Charles Munyeki, KEN, 30:31, $800 6) John Yuda, TAN, 30:33, $1450# 7) Matt Gonzales, USA / NM, 30:36, $1200* 8) Demesse Tefera, ETH, 30:53, $500 9) Edwardo Torres, USA / CO, 30:55, $800* 10) Andrew Letherby, AUS, 30:59, $300 *includes U.S. development money #includes $750 5K prime Men’s Team Rankings 1) Ethiopia, 13 points, $15,000 2) USA, 20, $27,500* 3) British Commonwealth (TAN-AUS-NZL), 29, $7000 4) Morocco, 29, $6000 5) Kenya, 45, $4000 6) Ecuador, 49 7) Team Colorado, 61 8) Japan, 65 9) England, 67 *includes U.S. development money (ties broken by highest third runner’s place)

Sara Slattery, Kate O’Neill, and Elva Dryer (L-R) competed in the Team Challenge. Women’s Top 10 1) Edna Kiplagat, KEN, 33:42, $3000 2) Amane Gobena, ETH, 33:59, $2000 3) Elva Dryer, USA / CO, 34:01, $3750* 4) Teyba Erkesso, ETH, 34:14, $1000 5) Mara Yamauchi, GBR, 34:18, $800 6) Kate O’Neill, USA / CA, 34:20, $1400* 7) Dire Tune, ETH, 34:22, $1350# 8) Luminita Talpos, ROM, 34:44, $500 9) Emily Chebet, KEN, 34:52, $400 10) Mari Ozaki, JPN, 34:57, $300 13) Sara Slattery, USA / CO, 35:22 *includes U.S. development money #includes $750 5K prime Women’s Team Rankings 1) Ethiopia, 13 points, $15,000 2) USA, 22, $27,500* 3) Kenya, 27, $7000 4) Japan, 35, $6000 5) Romania, 36, $4000 6) England, 39 7) Team Colorado, 59 *includes U.S. development money

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Women’s Record Set at Greenland 50K

A group of runners tracks through the snow. Greenland Trail Races April 14, 2007 Greenland, CO

More than 300 runners traveled to Douglas County for the third annual Greenland Trail Races on April 14. Not deterred by the previous day’s snowstorm, the runners were treated to bright blue skies, light winds, and outstanding vistas of Pikes Peak and the Front Range mountains on race day. Runners could compete in a 50K, 25K, or 8 mile race. For the first several miles of the course, light snow blanketed the wide dirt trail. As the sun intensified and the temperature climbed, runners battled mud in several loca-

tions. The course traveled through rolling grassland and skirted ponderosa pine forests. At the starting line, many competitors thought that 2006 Leadville 100 champion Anton Krupicka would steal the show in the 50K, but the famed ultrarunner encountered hamstring problems and dropped out. Boulder’s Johannes Rudolph, 41, won the 50K in 3:43:36. Tania Pacev, 48, of Littleton placed sixth overall and was the first female in the 50K. Her time of 4:22:01 broke her own 2005 course record by 15 minutes. After the race, she said, “I’m looking at Greenland’s race as the start of the ultrarunning season. A spring day in Colorado describes what’s all about it - snow and ice at the start and blue skies with 60 degree temperatures at the finish line.” Although many runners were sore and tired after the race, many also remarked on how much fun they had competing. Jeff O’Reilly of Denver said, “Greenland is a great first-time 50K. The social atmosphere, the swag, and postrace food are great. It was an awesome time.” Chris Gerber of Louisville said he enjoyed the race. “The race staff and aid station and finish line volunteers were superb and the race was very well run.” All finishers received a race logo technical running shirt provided by the Colorado Running Company, and 50K finishers received a race medal and a canvas tote bag. The postrace celebration included muffins, cookies, bagels, pizza and beer. There were also door prizes provided by LaSportiva. The race winners were awarded with LaSportiva running shoes and age

group winners were given pint glasses. 323 Finishers (61 - 50K, 131 - 25K, 131 - 8M) - Timing by: Colorado Running Company - Weather: Sunny, 25 - 50 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 6,850’ 50K Male (Overall): 1. Johannes Rudolph, 41, Boulder, CO, 3:43:36; 2. Henk Moorlag, 44, Westminster, CO, 3:51:21; 3. Jeff Beuce, 32, Denver, CO, 3:55:23; 4. Harry Harcrow, 39, Woodland Park, CO, 4:06:55; 5. Eric Truhe, 32, Denver, CO, 4:21:50. Masters (40+): 1. Johannes Rudolph, 41, Boulder, CO, 3:43:36. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Ray Blum, 50, Denver, CO, 5:06:07. Seniors (60+): 1. John Hobbs, 61, Evergreen, CO, 6:57:40. Female (Overall): 1. Tania Pacev, 48, Littleton, CO, 4:22:01; 2. Holly Klamer, 23, Ft. Collins, CO, 4:31:37; 3. Elizabeth Campagna, 28, Denver, CO, 4:48:38; 4. Karen Brennan, 40, 5:01:17; 5. Kimberly Greer, 46, Larkspur, CO, 5:01:29. Masters (40+): 1. Tania Pacev, 48, Littleton, CO, 4:22:01. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Shane Holonitch, 56, Littleton, CO, 5:47:01. Seniors (60+): 1. Holley Lange, 61, Fort Collins, CO, 7:33:07. 25K Male (Overall): 1. Daryn Parker, 25, Manitou Springs, CO, 1:42:51; 2. Dave Mackey, 37, Boulder, CO, 1:49:00; 3. Michael Quispe, 40, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:50:51; 4. Chris Siegel, 35, 1:53:47; 5. Mark Mobley, 36, Lakewood, CO, 1:54:14. Masters (40+): 1. Michael Quispe, 40, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:50:51. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Eric Bindner, 50, Littleton, CO, 1:55:47. Seniors (60+): 1. Jim Romero, 67, Denver, CO, 2:33:37. Female (Overall): 1. Brandy Erholtz, 29, Bailey, CO, 1:53:46; 2. Heather Hunt, 32, Englewood, CO, 1:54:56; 3. Susan Nuzum, 40, Boulder, CO, 1:56:22; 4. Nan Kennard, 25, Superior, CO, 2:01:09; 5. Karen Voss, 41, Denver, CO, 2:05:18. Masters (40+): 1. Susan Nuzum, 40, Boulder, CO, 1:56:22. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Lynne Hall, 50, Colorado Springs, CO, 3:19:51. Seniors (60+): 1. No Finishers. 8M Male (Overall): 1. Michael Selig, 28, Golden, CO, 51:26; 2. Andrew Adamowski, 33, Evergreen, CO, 51:38; 3. Keith Johnson, 45, Littleton, CO, 52:56; 4. Erik Packard, 42, Grand Junction, CO, 56:00; 5. Buzz Burrell, 55, Boulder, CO, 56:18. Masters (40+): 1. Keith Johnson, 45, Littleton, CO, 52:56. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Buzz Burrell, 55, Boulder, CO, 56:18. Seniors (60+): 1. Robert Hibschweiler, 60, Greenwood Village, CO, 1:06:23. Female (Overall): 1. Christine Adamowski, 39, Evergreen, CO, 1:03:16; 2. Chrissy Steigerwald, 38, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:03:51; 3. Katie Gonzales, 32, Englewood, CO, 1:12:47; 4. Polly Zimmerman, 51, Golden, CO, 1:13:39; 5. Marci Backus, 26, Denver, CO, 1:14:15. Masters (40+): 1. Polly Zimmerman, 51, Golden, CO, 1:13:39. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Polly Zimmerman, 51, Golden, CO, 1:13:39. Seniors (60+): 1. Lola Ackerman, 62, Longmont, CO, 1:16:03.

Runners Battle Hills at Horsetooth Half

Sunny skies and temperatures in the 50s greeted nearly 1,000 runners at the Horsetooth Half Marathon in Fort Collins. The race began at CSU’s Hughes Stadium and traversed a challenging course before finishing on the south side of the New Belgium Brewery. The race included four major hills. Race director Steve Cathcart said, “It might be the hardest half marathon in the country.” Despite the difficulty, Tyler Foos of Ft. Collins won the 13.1-mile race in 1:16:14. Foos happens to work at the New Belgium Brewery. Todd Hagadone, 21, finished second in 1:18:22. Tim Jones, 46, of Ft. Collins was the first masters runner and third overall in 1:19:30. In the women’s race, Tanya Poel of Boulder was the first overall and masters female, crossing the line in 1:27:03. Laura Tingle of Louisville placed second in 1:31:21 and Kimberly Smith of Westminster was the third female in 1:32:08. The post-race party is one of the best in the state. It featured free massages and music by the Fort Collins rock band Motorhome. Vendors included Colorado Runner Magazine, the Colorado Marathon, New Belgium Brewery and Associates in P.T. Finishers received a 32

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commemorative, engraved “bomber bottle” of New Belgium’s Fat Tire Ale. The 2007 Horsetooth Half Marathon was dedicated to the memory of Scott Green who was tragically killed in an accident while running in his hometown of Loveland. A portion of the race proceeds will be donated in Scott’s name to improve the safety of the running and walking public in Fort Collins. 874 Finishers - Timing by: Morning Star Timing - Weather: Sunny, 50 degrees - Elevation: Start = 5,175’, Finish = 4,960’

Male (Overall): 1. Tyler Foos, 27, Fort Collins, CO, 1:16:14; 2. Todd Hagadone, 21, Fort Collins, CO, 1:18:22; 3. Tim Jones, 46, Fort Collins, CO, 1:19:30; 4. Mark Saunders, 31, Fort Collins, CO, 1:20:48; 5. Joel Podgorski, 31, Boulder, CO, 1:21:57; 6. Brad Pace, 51, Fort Collins, CO, 1:22:01; 7. Lawton Hare, 22, Fort Collins, CO, 1:22:12; 8. Craig Heacock, 40, Fort Collins, CO, 1:22:48; 9. Timothy Nelson, 24, Fort Collins, CO, 1:23:02; 10. Simon Tavener, 46, Fort Collins, CO, 1:23:47. Masters (40+): 1. Tim Jones, 46, Fort Collins, CO, 1:19:30. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Brad Pace, 51, Fort Collins, CO, 1:22:01. Seniors (60+): 1. John Rogers, 61, Fort Collins, CO, 1:41:23. Female (Overall): 1. Tanya Poel, 41, Boulder, CO, 1:27:03; 2. Laura Tingle, 22, Louisville, CO, 1:31:21; 3. Kimberly Smith, 22, Westminster, CO, 1:32:08; 4. Mercedes Gil, 45, Fort Collins, CO, 1:33:02; 5. Keely Malone, 27, Castle Rock, CO, 1:35:11; 6. Susan Bellard, 35, Littleton, CO, 1:35:45; 7. Emily Clark, 32, Fort Collins, CO, 1:35:53; 8. Kim Dobson, 22, Fort Collins, CO, 1:36:04; 9. Karen Smidt, 40, Brighton, CO, 1:37:43; 10. Jennifer Harrison, 33, Fort Collins, CO, 1:38:27. Masters (40+): 1. Tanya Poel, 41, Boulder, CO, 1:27:03. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Wendy Crandall, 55, Fort Collins, CO, 1:45:55. Seniors (60+): 1. Libby James, 70, Fort Collins, CO, 1:58:45.

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Roy Qualifies for Olympic Trials at Colorado Marathon Colorado Marathon May 6, 2007 Old Town, Fort Collins, CO

Kara Roy nears the finish line.

Kara Roy of Fort Collins ran the third fastest time ever run by a female in Colorado for a marathon to win this year’s Colorado Marathon. Her time of 2:46:30 was an Olympic Trials Qualifier, making her the only woman to meet the qualifying standard at a race in Colorado. Breathless and tired after the race, Roy said, “I’m really excited. My race wasn’t perfect because I had a few hamstring problems and I missed a few water stops. But I’m really pleased. I’m really happy.” Roy shattered the course record that she set at the race last year by five minutes. Also, her time was the fastest ever for an American in our high-altitude state. After heavy downpours soaked the race course on the two days prior to race morning, many runners were concerned that storms would dampen their race efforts. However, race morning arrived with perfect conditions - partly cloudy skies and cool temperatures. Brian Scott of Aurora, IL won the marathon overall in 2:36:48 on a point-to-point course that starts in the scenic Poudre River Canyon and finishes in historic Old Town Fort Collins. The event also included a 15-mile mini marathon, a 10K, and a 5K. Nicholas Mockeridge won the mini marathon in 1:21:55. Shannon Meredith of Colorado Springs was

the first female finisher. Her winning time of 1:38:11 set a new course record. Finishers received a handmade pottery marathon medal, a technical running shirt, and a poster. 1722 Finishers (623 - Marathon, 685 - 15M, 313 - 10K, 101 - 5K) - ChampionChip Timing by: BKB Ltd. - Weather: Cloudy, 25-50 degrees - Elevation: Marathon Start = 6,090’, Mini-Marathon Start = 5,400’, Finish = 4,950’ Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Brian Scott, 29, Aurora, IL, 2:36:50; 2. Mark Mulholland, 35, 2:43:16; 3. Daniel Goding, 30, 2:48:25; 4. Tim Jones, 46, Ft. Collins, CO, 2:50:22; 5. Mark Saunders, 31, Ft. Collins, CO, 2:52:20. Masters (40+): 1. Tim Jones, 46, Ft. Collins, CO, 2:50:22. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Stanley Hup, 52, Northfield, MN, 3:24:49. Seniors (60+): 1. Michael Klee, 61, Lakewood, CO, 3:57:01. Female (Overall): 1. Kara Roy, 27, Ft. Collins, CO, 2:46:32; 2. Colleen Casey, 32, Richmond Heights, MO, 2:59:05; 3. Becki McClintock, 27, Harrisburg, CA, 3:06:42; 4. Johnna French, 36, Laramie, WY, 3:14:03; 5. Jennifer Labaw, 25, New Castle, CO, 3:19:58. Masters (40+): 1. Catharine Speights, 42, Ft. Collins, CO, 3:24:27. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Connie Demercurio, 50, 3:28:15. Seniors (60+): 1. Joanne Meier, 63, Redlands, CA, 5:21:55. Mini-Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Nicholas Mockeridge, 25, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:21:56; 2. Todd Hagadone, 21, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:24:03; 3. Brian Rusk, 33, Evergreen, CO, 1:25:56; 4. Carl Dambkowski, New York, NY, 1:27:43; 5. Brad Pace, 51, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:32:00. Masters (40+): 1. Brad Pace, 51, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:32:00. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Brad Pace, 51, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:32:00. Seniors (60+): 1. John Rogers, 61, 1:54:47. Female (Overall): 1. Shannon Meredith, 36, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:38:16; 2. Mercedes Gil, 45, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:40:21; 3. Bridget MacKinnon, 30, Centennial, CO, 1:41:40; 4. Anna Lieb, 18, Golden, CO, 1:44:33; 5. Susan Bellard, 35, Littleton, CO, 1:45:25. Masters (40+): 1. Mercedes Gil, 45, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:40:21. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Sharon Weatherford, 50, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:06:42. Seniors (60+): 1. Jane Truesdale, 60, 2:12:11. 10K Male (Overall): 1. Jesse Mortensen, 21, USAFA, CO, 37:54. Female (Overall): 1. Mary Shore, 41, Ft. Collins, CO, 44:43. 5K Male (Overall): 1. Steve Cathcart, 42, Ft. Collins, CO, 18:00. Female (Overall): 1. Kim Jones, 49, Ft. Collins, CO, 21:10.

Record Turnout at Casper Marathon Casper Marathon Races June 3, 2007 Casper, WY A record number of marathon finishers crossed the line and two new course records were set at the 5th annual Casper Marathon. The event also included a half marathon and a marathon relay. Runners were met with sunny skies and cool temperatures on race morning. The course began above town at the local event center, then followed a bike path along the North Platte River. Robert Onders of Cody, WY defended his title in the marathon, running 2:43:33 to break his previous course record by a mere 12 seconds. Tracy Stewart of Golden, CO placed second overall in 3:01:32. She set a new course record in route to winning the women’s marathon crown. Race director Dawn Easterly was thrilled with the outcome of the race. “We had a repeat winner in the men’s marathon and a new champion in the women’s marathon. We are very excited about the positive response we are getting from the participants and we are already buzzing with ideas for the 2008 Casper Marathon.” Stephen Smith of Lander, WY was first in the half marathon, crossing the line in 1:22:45. Jennifer Gough of Cheyenne, WY was the first female in the half marathon, running 34

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1:31:51, good enough for sixth overall. While the event’s top contenders were from Wyoming and Colorado, athletes from as far away as Alaska traveled to the race, many as part of the 50 States Marathon Club. At the post-race celebration, volunteers served pizza, sandwiches, fruit, cookies, and drinks. Embroidered towels were awarded to the overall and age group winners. 242 Finishers (144 - Marathon, 98 - Half Marathon) - Timing by: Racing Underground - Weather: Sunny, 40-55 degrees - Elevation: Start = 5,250’, Finish = 5,150’ Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Robert Onders, 34, Cody, WY, 2:43:33; 2. Nate Lawrence, 26, Williamsburg, VA, 3:01:55; 3. Clark Sundahl, 36, Monument, CO, 3:05:08; 4. Matthew Beamer, 19, Casper, WY, 3:06:15; 5. Kuangshi Wu, 29, Salt Lake City, UT, 3:09:59. Masters (40+): 1. Kevin Rassier, 48, Maple Grove, MN, 3:14:29. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Tom Gillman, 52, Williamsburg, VA, 3:16:58. Seniors (60+): 1. Al Barker, 62, Fayetteville, GA, 4:00:51. Female (Overall): 1. Tracy Stewart, 27, Golden, CO, 3:01:32; 2. Debbi Cropper, 45, Anchorage, AK, 3:25:21; 3. Amy Yanni, 53, Rapid City, SD, 3:51:52; 4. Jodi Fellman, 30, Billings, MT, 3:53:24; 5. Julianne Hyma, 37, Sparta, WI, 3:53:40. Masters (40+): 1. Debbi Cropper, 45, Anchorage, AK, 3:25:21. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Amy Yanni, 53, Rapid City, SD, 3:51:52. Seniors (60+): 1. Dottie Foster, 61, Largo, FL, 4:42:39. Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Stephen Smith, 37, Lander, WY, 1:22:45; 2. Galen Gough, 27, Cheyenne, WY, 1:25:06; 3. Ricky Trevino, 20, Bayard, NE, 1:28:15; 4. Scott Johnson, 25, Casper, WY, 1:31:20; 5. Michael McKenny, 20, Omaha, NE, 1:31:26. Masters (40+): 1. Dale Erikson, 50, Niceville, FL, 1:34:32. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Dale Erikson, 50, Niceville, FL, 1:34:32. Seniors (60+): 1. Don Jacobson, 68, Casper, WY, 2:01:22. Female (Overall): 1. Jennifer Gough, 23, Cheyenne, WY, 1:31:51; 2. Jennifer Wheeler, 32, Castle Rock, CO, 1:34:01; 3. Sarah Green, 30, Casper, WY, 1:35:37; 4. Gail Deal, 48, Casper, WY, 1:41:30; 5. Kristen King, 16, Eagle River, AK, 1:51:01. Masters (40+): 1. Gail Deal, 48, Casper, WY, 1:41:30. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Sandy Cumming, 50, Austin, TX, 1:51:58. Seniors (60+): 1. No Finishers.

48-Year-Old Gail Deal of Casper has finished the half marathon each year.

Triathlete Dominates Cherry Creek Sneak

29th Annual

Georgetown to Idaho Springs 1/2 Marathon AUGUST 11, 2007

Cherry Creek Sneak April 29, 2007 Denver, CO

The 25th annual Cherry Creek Sneak attracted more than 8,000 runners and walkers to Denver’s Cherry Creek Shopping Area. The race featured four races: a 5 mile and a 5K for adults, and a one mile and a half mile run for kids. The race’s premiere distance is the 5 mile run, which always attracts a small group of elite runners. In the men’s race this year, Professional Triathlete Derek Kite, 35, smashed the men’s field by finishing the course in 25:06. Kite, who trains at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, crossed the line nearly a minute ahead of runner-up Nelson Laux. The race was a tune-up for Kite before competing in the ITU World Duathlon Championships in Hungary. In the women’s 5 mile race, Paige Higgins, 24, continued her streak of early season wins by finishing in 29:26, which was a nice reward after finishing in second place last year. Higgins, a fine arts teacher at her alma mater Mullen High School, is setting her sights on qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the race, the race organizers offered a unique prize to the runner who could bring the most t-shirts from the past 25 years. Fran Summer Hill of Denver had them all and won 250 silver dollar coins.

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8004 Finishers (4498 - 5M, 3114 - 5K, 392 - 1M) - ChampionChip Timing by: Timberline Timing - Weather: Sunny, 55 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 5,350’ 5M Male (Overall): 1. Derek Kite, 35, Colorado Springs, CO, 25:06; 2. Nelson Laux, 28, Golden, CO, 26:04; 3. Neil Speaight, 28, Colorado Springs, CO, 26:04; 4. Jason Delaney, 27, Golden, CO, 26:04; 5. Art Siemers, 34, Golden, CO, 26:22; 6. Jason Hodgson, 34, Colorado Springs, CO, 26:42; 7. Jeremy Parks, 30, Parker, CO, 26:48; 8. Bob Weiner, 42, Evergreen, CO, 27:02; 9. Cody Hill, 34, Colorado Springs, CO, 27:37; 10. Tyler Johnson, Chester, CT, 28:09. Masters (40+): 1. Bob Weiner, 42, Evergreen, CO, 27:02. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Jim Boughter, 63, Colorado Springs, CO, 32:35. Seniors (60+): 1. Jim Boughter, 63, Colorado Springs, CO, 32:35. Female (Overall): 1. Paige Higgins, 24, Denver, CO, 29:26. 2. Brandy Erholtz, 29, Bailey, CO, 30:09; 3. Sara Moody, 24, Aurora, CO, 31:12; 4. Bridget Mackinnon, 30, Centennial, CO, 32:03; 5. Sunny Gilbert, 28, Boulder, CO, 33:14; 6. Ellen Hart, 48, Denver, CO, 33:18; 7. Sally Gothman, 36, Idaho Springs, CO, 33:19; 8. Kristin Hilger, 27, Boulder, CO, 33:22; 9. Jena Pohle, 27, Aurora, CO, 33:24; 10. Janet Rooney, 43, Louisville, CO, 33:27. Masters (40+): 1. Ellen Hart, 48, Denver, CO, 33:18. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Robbin Waters, 50, Aurora, CO, 37:48. Seniors (60+): 1. Lola Ackerman, 62, Longmont, CO, 40:12. 5K Male (Overall): 1. Amare Awetahegn, 33, Aurora, CO, 16:59; 2. Joshua Tate, 24, Aurora, CO, 17:37; 3. Brian Glotzbach, 31, Littleton, CO, 17:48; 4. Austin Appel, 14, Littleton, CO, 17:55; 5. Daniel Lupa-chazan, 26, Denver, CO, 18:13; 6. Andrew Loizeaux, 45, Denver, CO, 18:17; 7. James O’Shea IV, 16, Denver, CO, 18:29; 8. Ed Steinhauser, 38, Denver, CO, 18:49; 9. Timothy Grein, 35, Denver, CO, 18:51; 10. Make Kasberg, 16, Aurora, CO, 19:00. Masters (40+): 1. Andrew Loizeaux, 45, Denver, CO, 18:17. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Michael Roach, 50, Strasburg, CO, 19:41. Seniors (60+): 1. Jay Wissot, 62, Denver, CO, 23:44. Female (Overall): 1. Deirdre Matthews, 37, Conifer, CO, 18:41; 2. Michel Kucera, 26, Aurora, CO, 20:18; 3. Marguerite Morales-Bryn, 14, Golden, CO, 20:29; 4. Cassi Wilbanks, 22, Littleton, CO, 20:47; 5. Heather Meacham, 21, Littleton, CO, 20:53; 6. McLane Ritzel, 15, Larkspur, CO, 21:01; 7. Jacquelline Macke, 12, Aurora, CO, 21:45; 8. Monica Ryan, 46, Wheat Ridge, CO, 21:50; 9. Clair Tralles, 16, Morrison, CO, 21:55; 10. Andi Carpenter, 14, Denver, CO, 22:21. Masters (40+): 1. Monica Ryan, 46, Wheat Ridge, CO, 21:50. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Sheila Stolze, 51, Centennial, CO, 24:52. Seniors (60+): 1. Sylvia Strubel, 62, Centennial, CO, 29:42.

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State Record Set at Rocky Mountain Half

Arby’s Rocky Mountain Half Marathon, 5.5K, Seagate Women’s 8K June 10, 2007 Denver, CO

Hot temperatures and sunny skies left many runners gasping for air and dripping in sweat at the finish line of the Rocky Mountain Half Marathon, but the scorching temperatures didn’t deter Nuta Olaru from setting a record for the fastest time ever run by a female in Colorado. The Romanian runner crossed the finish line in 1:13:28, breaking Maureen Custy-Roben’s 1984 half marathon record of 1:14:08, which was set at the Rawhide Half Marathon in Ft. Collins. Romanian runners dominated the women’s race with Constantina Tomescu-Dita breaking the tape in 1:13:49, followed by Luminita Talpos in 1:14:36, and Lidia Simon in 1:16:11. Silvio Guerra, 38, of Golden won the men’s race in a quick 1:06:56. Richard Kimeli, of Santa Fe, NM finished second in 1:07:35 and Daniel Cheruiyot of Albuquerque, NM placed third in 1:07:49. The runners competed for $11,000 in prize money. In the women’s 8K, Takami Ominami, who is training in Boulder, easily won the race in 29:48. Bronwyn Morrissey, 40, of Superior was the first master and second place runner

overall in 32:38. More than 1,000 runners competed in the three events, which finished in the scenic Riverfront Park of downtown Denver. 1117 Finishers (612 - Half Marathon, 322 - 8K, 183 - 5.5K) - Timing by: Boulder Road Runners - Weather: Sunny, 65-80 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 5,180’ Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Silvio Guerra, 38, Golden, CO, 1:06:56; 2. Richard Kimeli, 27, Santa Fe, NM, 1:07:35; 3. Daniel Cheruiyot, 29, Albuquerque, NM, 1:07:49; 4. Samuel Kiprotich, 33, 1:11:04; 5. Brantley Lutz, 32, San Antonio, TX, 1:11:06; 6. Andrew Smith, 31, Denver, CO, 1:11:46; 7. Efrem Haile, 29, Aurora, CO, 1:13:01; 8. John Sang, 36, 1:13:26; 9. Bob Weiner, 42, Evergreen, CO, 1:13:59; 10. Gaman Maricel, 35, Boulder, CO, 1:14:36. Masters (40+): 1. Bob Weiner, 42, Evergreen, CO, 1:13:59. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Eric Binder, 50, Littleton, CO, 1:28:56. Seniors (60+): 1. Michael Fye, 60, Highlands Ranch, CO, 1:37:26. Female (Overall): 1. Nuta Olaru, 36, Longmont, CO, 1:13:28; 2. Constantina Tomescu-Dita, 37, Erie, CO, 1:13:49; 3. Luminita Talpos, 34, Boulder, CO, 1:14:36; 4. Lidia Simon, 33, Boulder, CO, 1:16:11; 5. Hiromi Ominami, 31, Boulder, CO, 1:18:14; 6. Leah Kiprono, 27, Santa Fe, NM, 1:23:29; 7. Kerrie Wlad, 35, Longmont, CO, 1:24:18; 8. Kelly Marie Devine, 23, Dover, PA, 1:30:01; 9. Jena Pohle, 27, Aurora, CO, 1:31:06; 10. Tania Pacev, 48, Littleton, CO, 1:32:11. Masters (40+): 1. Tania Pacev, 48, Littleton, CO, 1:32:11. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Joanne Larson, 50, Louisville, CO, 1:59:04. Seniors (60+): 1. Marsha McNally, 61, Denver, CO, 2:35:07. 8K Female (Overall): 1. Takami Ominami, 31, Boulder, CO, 29:48; 2. Bronwyn Morrissey, 40, Superior, CO, 32:38; 3. Lyndsy Schultz, 25, Littleton, CO, 33:20; 4. Kylie Ramsey, 32, Littleton, CO, 33:31; 5. Lynde Christine Johnson, 29, Denver, CO, 33:50. Masters (40+): 1. Bronwyn Morrissey, 40, Superior, CO, 32:38. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Carole Hogan, 57, Westminster, CO, 44:07. Seniors (60+): 1. Sandra Rostie, 63, Brighton, CO, 48:49. 5.5K Male (Overall): 1. Trent Van Horn, 26, Boulder, CO, 22:40. Female (Overall): 1. Katie Clifford, 31, Littleton, CO, 24:56.

Women race to the finish of the Seagate Women’s 8K.

New Course at Garden of the Gods Garden of the Gods 10M June 10, 2007 Manitou Springs, CO

With a new course winding over awe-inspiring hills, the 31st annual Garden of the Gods 10 mile race attracted more than 1,300 runners – the biggest turnout in a decade. Celedonio Rodriguez, 26, of Alamosa won the race in 54:28. It was his first time competing in the event. Philip Sakala (55:52) and Andrew Robinson (56:24), both of Colorado Springs, finished second and third. Maria Portilla, 35, of Albuquerque, NM was the first female to cross the finish line, running 1:02:20. She was just 10 seconds ahead of runner-up Emily Mortensen of Alamosa. Portilla’s victory earned her $1,000 of the $5,000 prize purse. Boulder’s Katie Blackett, 30, was third in 1:03:04. Race director Matt Carpenter said, “The prize money offered by Carmichael Training Systems really stepped things up a level. Bottom line, it is important to treat the sport like a sport if it is going to grow and remain strong at a competitive level. At the same time, it is critical that we look out for the future of the sport as well.” The post-race party was held at Memorial Park in Manitou Springs, where some runners dipped their legs in the creek to cool down. Participants and their families enjoyed pizza, drinks, a small expo and post race massages. 36

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Local high school running programs volunteered at the aid stations. The Colorado Running Company awarded the programs with more than $3,000. Runners voted Cheyenne Mountain the best aid station. With a “Welcome to Mars” theme, the volunteers painted themselves green. The race was the first leg of the Triple Crown of Running Series, which also includes the Summer Roundup and the Pikes Peak Ascent. The race was also a part of this year’s Colorado Runner Racing Series. 1336 Finishers - Timing by: Pikes Peak Road Runners - Weather: Sunny, 6580 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 6,315’ with 1,300 feet of climbing and descending and a high point of 6,565’ Male (Overall): 1. Celedonio Rodriguez, 26, Alamosa, CO, 54:28; 2. Philip Sakala, 24, Colorado Springs, CO, 55:52; 3. Andrew Robinson, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 56:24; 4. Paul Digrappa, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 56:57; 5. Aaron RubalcabaLopez, 22, Colorado Springs, CO, 57:09; 6. Daryn Parker, 26, Manitou Springs, CO, 57:13; 7. Glen Mays, 36, Little Rock, AR, 57:33; 8. Adam Rich, 26, Colorado Springs, CO, 58:04; 9. Alex Nichols, 22, Colorado Springs, CO, 58:36; 10. John Gaudette, 21, Denver, CO, 59:01. Masters (40+): 1. Michael Hagen, 44, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:00:44. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Ron Hendricks, 55, Highlands Ranch, CO, 1:05:34. Seniors (60+): 1. Jim Boughter, 63, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:11:08. Female (Overall): 1. Maria Portilla, 35, Albuquerque, NM, 1:02:20. 2. Emily Mortensen, 24, Alamosa, CO, 1:02:30; 3. Katie Blackett, 30, Boulder, CO, 1:03:04; 4. Paula Morrison, 34, Manitou Springs, CO, 1:04:26; 5. Megan Lund, 23, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:04:50; 6. Stephanie Jones, 37, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:05:21; 7. Stacey Chaston, 37, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:06:32; 8. Susan Mikecz, 28, Albuquerque, NM, 1:08:16; 9. Connilee Walter, 34, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:10:29; 10. Letitia Dusich, 26, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:10:52. Masters (40+): 1. Kristin Moreau, 40, Golden, CO, 1:15:57. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Peggy Muhn, 55, Wheat Ridge, CO, 1:19:12. Seniors (60+): 1. Connie Ahrnsbrak, 67, Lakewood, CO, 1:32:13.

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Adam Rich leads Paul DiGrappa through the Central Garden Area.

2007 Colorado Runner Racing Series

Sponsored by the Boulder Running Company, Reebok and Colorado Runner

The Colorado Runner Racing Series is a scored series of races throughout the state. Runners will be scored based on their finishing place in each race. The winners in each division will be featured in Colorado Runner magazine and the top three runners in each division will receive awards from the Boulder Running Company and Reebok. Criteria used in determining Racing Series races (in this order): 1. Location 2. Race organization 3. Race distance 4. Date of the race 5. Quality of the field 6. Size of the race

NEW FOR 2007: An award will be given to the runner who runs in the most races!

Racing Series Scoring

Date

Name

Distance

Location

Mar 11

Runnin’ of the Green

Denver

Mar 17

Sharin’ O’ The Green

Ft. Collins

Apr 1

Platte River Half Marathon

Half Marathon

Denver

Apr 14

Greenland Trail Races

Greenland

May 6

Colorado Marathon

Marathon

Ft. Collins

May 12

Alex Hoag Run For Sunshine

Colorado Springs

May 20

Colorado Colfax Half Marathon

Half Marathon

Denver

Jun 10

Garden of the Gods 10M

10M

Manitou Springs

Jun 16

Steamworks Half Marathon

Half Marathon

Durango

Jul 4

Palmer Lake Run For Independence

Palmer Lake

Jul 28

Spring Creek Memorial Trail Run

Steamboat Springs

Aug 11

Georgetown to Idaho Springs

Half Marathon

Georgetown

Sept 16

Farmer’s 5000

Wheat Ridge

Sept 30

Boulder Backroads Half Marathon

Half Marathon

Boulder

Nov 11

TTTS Run For Hope 5K

Denver

In each race, points will be awarded to the top 10 male and female finishers in all divisions. The open division is for runners aged 39 and under. The masters divsion is for runners 40-49. The grand masters division is for runners aged 50-59. The seniors divsions is for runners 60 and over. Runners may participate in as many races as they choose. For races with multiple starts, finish time will be used to calculate points. If a race has scoring trouble, it may be removed from the series. For races with multiple events, only the events listed will be scored. Your division is based on the first race of the year that you score in.

Scoring System UPCOMING SERIES RACES:

2007 Racing Series Schedule

July 4, 2007

Place All Divisions

100

July 28, 2007

August 11, 2007

16th Annual Spring Creek Memorial 9M Trail Run

Palmer Lake, CO

29th Annual Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon

Steamboat Springs, CO

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Track and Field State Championships May 18 and 19, 2007, Jefferson County Stadium A. Sarah Cocco, a senior at Boulder’s Fairview High School, was in a league of her own during the Class 5A track and field state championships, winning the 3,200 meter run, the 1,600m, the 800m, and anchoring the winning 4x800m relay. B. D’Evelyn’s Kevin Williams shattered the state-meet record in the 4A 3,200 meter race by nine seconds in 9:19.83, then won the 1,600 meter race as well. C. Richard Medina of Grand Junction defended his 5A 3,200 meter title in 9:15.16 over Arvada’s Steven Weeks and Thornton’s Anguel Tolev. Medina also won the 1,600. D. Kendra Gerk of Greeley West ran away with two Class 4A distance titles. She is pictured here in the 1,600m, which she ran in 5:06.35. She also captured the 3,200m crown. E. A pack of runners in the 5A 3,200 meter run. F. Conifer senior Bobby Potrykus repeated his 4A 800 meter title in 1:53.01. Photos by Derek Griffiths/Running Memories.com 38

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>> RACE RESULTS << Take Five in the Garden of The Gods 5M & 5K Colorado Springs, CO May 5, 2007 621 Finishers (354 - 5M, 267 - 5K) - ChampionChip Timing by: ChampionChip of the Rockies - Elevation: Start/Finish = 6,150’ 5M Male (Overall): 1. Matthew Reed, 31, Colorado Springs, CO, 27:03; 2. Gerald Romero, 35, Colorado Springs, CO, 28:45; 3. Michael Orton, 24, Colorado Springs, CO, 29:11; 4. Yoni Doron, 22, Colorado Springs, CO, 29:54; 5. Steve Harp, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 30:40. Masters (40+): 1. John Victoria, 52, Loveland, CO, 31:17. Grand Masters (50+): 1. John Victoria, 52, Loveland, CO, 31:17. Seniors (60+): 1. Frank Morrey, 65, Colorado Springs, CO, 43:23. Female (Overall): 1. Stephanie Jones, 36, Colorado Springs, CO, 30:49; 2. Jasmine Oeinck, 21, Colorado Springs, CO, 32:08; 3. Stacey Chaston, 36, Colorado Springs, CO, 32:21; 4. Sara McLarty, 24, Colorado Springs, CO, 33:08; 5. Leighann Lawrentz, 33, Colorado Springs, CO, 33:48. Masters (40+): 1. Sharon Dieter, 53, Colorado Springs, CO, 40:28. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Sharon Dieter, 53, Colorado Springs, CO, 40:28. Seniors (60+): 1. Joyce McKelvey, 61, Colorado Springs, CO, 44:17. 5K Male (Overall): 1. Justin Chaston, 38, Colorado Springs, CO, 16:15; 2. Adolpho Cevillo, 39, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:11; 3. Andy Magnall, 45, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:31; 4. Scott Nalbach, 31, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:11; 5. Russ Nowels, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:26. Masters (40+): 1. Andy Magnall, 45, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:31. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Scott Palmer, 51, Colorado Springs, CO, 21:05. Seniors (60+): 1. Donald Karl, 63, Colorado Springs, CO, 26:18. Female (Overall): 1. Sheila Geere, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 20:38; 2. Jessica Amundson, 26, Colorado Springs, CO, 24:39; 3. Eileen Wilfong, 49, Colorado Springs, CO, 24:48; 4. Jill Manitz, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 25:16; 5. Susan Elkington, 41, Colorado Springs, CO, 25:43. Masters (40+): 1. Sheila Geere, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 20:38. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Karen Karl, 61, Colorado Springs, CO, 29:54. Seniors (60+): 1. Karen Karl, 61, Colorado Springs, CO, 29:54.

NIKETown 5K For Kids Denver, CO May 6, 2007 687 Finishers - Timing by: Preimer Event Management - Elevation: Start/Finish = 5,250’ Male (Overall): 1. Nelson Laux, 28, Arvada, CO, 15:22; 2. Adam Rich, 26, Colorado Springs, CO, 15:40; 3. Kirk Framke, 33, Denver, CO, 16:46; 4. Justin Ogle, 30, Littleton, CO, 16:51; 5. Michael O’Neal, 14, Highland Ranch, CO, 17:42; 6. Chris Aronson, 24, Aurora, CO, 17:49; 7. Charlie Nowacki, 28, Dillon, CO, 18:03; 8. Jason Michalah, 29, Denver, CO, 18:04; 9. Ashanafe Geberkidane, 12, Denver, CO, 18:05; 10. Chris Voeller, 37, Denver, CO, 18:06. Masters (40+): 1. Steven Kohuth, 41, Louisville, CO, 18:33. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Bob Sarlo, 52,

Denver, CO, 20:07. Seniors (60+): 1. Peter Hellman, 63, Denver, CO, 32:08. Female (Overall): 1. Eleanor Fulton, 13, Lone Tree, CO, 18:33; 2. Lillie Toaspern, 13, Denver, CO, 19:28; 3. Bryn Morales, 14, Golden, CO, 20:12; 4. Hillary Easter, 22, Golden, CO, 20:56; 5. Erin Farmer, 25, Aurora, CO, 21:05; 6. Amy Farmer, 27, Aurora, CO, 21:33; 7. Lauren Mckillop, 20, Denver, CO, 21:35; 8. Julie Pickett, 29, Westminster, CO, 22:54; 9. Alissa Mundt, 26, Denver, CO, 22:57; 10. Amy Kolquist, 34, Morrison, CO, 23:02. Masters (40+): 1. Kris Henderson, 45, Pueblo, CO, 25:53. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Allice Smith, 52, Denver, CO, 33:14. Seniors (60+): 1. Phyllis Bradsby, 63, Loveland, CO, 38:59.

Alex Hoag Run For Sunshine 5K Colorado Springs, CO May 12, 2007 422 Finishers - Timing by: Pikes Peak Road Runners - Elevation: Start/Finish = 6,620’ Male (Overall): 1. Derek Kite, 35, Colorado Springs, CO, 15:20; 2. Justin Chaston, 38, Colorado Springs, CO, 15:37; 3. Adam Rich, 26, Colorado Springs, CO, 15:45; 4. Andy Robinson, 29, 15:56; 5. Jay Luna, 23, Colorado Springs, CO, 16:00. Masters (40+): 1. Sammy Ngatia, 47, Colorado Springs, CO, 16:59. Grand Masters (50+): 1. John Pfeil, 52, Colorado Springs, CO, 20:02. Seniors (60+): 1. Robert Hibschweiler, 60, Littleton, CO, 22:15. Female (Overall): 1. Stephanie Jones, 36, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:19; 2. Emily Shertzer, 27, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:23; 3. Mickey Kelly, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:29; 4. Stacey Chaston, 36, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:34; 5. Alisha Williams, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:00. Masters (40+): 1. Amy Regnier, 44, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:21. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Sharon Weatherford, 50, Colorado Springs, CO, 24:33. Seniors (60+): 1. Lola Ackerman, 62, Longmont, CO, 25:08.

Cottonwood Classic 5K Thornton, CO May 19, 2007 360 Finishers - ChampionChip Timing by: BKB Ltd. - Elevation: Start/Finish = 5,400’ Male (Overall): 1. Zach Mares, 19, 17:13; 2. Vince Calvo, 40, 17:56; 3. Scott O’Connor, 45, 18:00; 4. Dylan Carpenter, 17, 18:49; 5. Paul Fisher, 29, 19:05. Masters (40+): 1. Vince Calvo, 40, 17:56. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Bob Cooper, 59, 20:05. Seniors (60+): 1. Don Larson, 66, Boulder, CO, 20:51. Female (Overall): 1. Lindsey Mills, 25, Arvada, CO, 18:46; 2. Kara Ford, 28, Thornton, CO, 18:55; 3. Lisa Thomas, 20, 20:05; 4. Beca Fischer, 19, Thornton, CO, 21:14; 5. Louise Norris, 28, 22:26. Masters (40+): 1. Jennifer Zanella, 43, 24:27. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Taunya Wilson, 60, 25:23. Seniors (60+): 1. Taunya Wilson, 60, 25:23.

Deer Creek Challange Half Marathon & 10K Littleton, CO May 20, 2007 106 Finishers (56 - Half Marathon, 38 - 10K, 12 - 2.8M) - Elevation: Start/Finish = 6,125’ Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Jack Swift, Evergreen, CO, 1:37:10; 2. Jan Wellford, Keene Valley, NY, 1:42:33; 3. Kevin Austin, Littleton, CO, 1:43:09; 4. Noldy Graf, Speicher, CO, 1:48:12; 5. Derek Griffiths, Littleton, CO, 1:53:23. Female (Overall): 1. Heather Harbridge, Fort Collins, CO, 2:04:12; 2. Lily Muldoon, Denver, CO, 2:08:15; 3. Justine Miani, Littleton, CO, 2:08:19; 4. Candy Underhill, Silverthorne, CO, 2:08:36; 5. Sandra Rutkowski, Arvada, CO, 2:24:16. 10K Male (Overall): 1. Michael Johnson, Littleton, CO, 44:43; 2. Steven Hamilton, Boulder, CO 1:00:31; 3. Jack Coming, Boulder, CO, 1:00:42. Female (Overall): 1. Peggy Muhn, Wheat Ridge, CO, 55:24; 2. Jacqui Pesa, Superior, CO, 58:30; 3. Michelle Cox, Palmer Lake, CO, 59:22.

Heather Harbridge of Ft. Collins wins the Deer Creek Trail Half Marathon. (Overall): 1. Ashley French, 21:27; 2. Tracy Szabo, 22:40; 3. Jodie Petersen, 22:41. Masters (40+): 1. Tracy Szabo, 22:40. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Sheri Ligtenberg, 24:32. Seniors (60+): 1. Min Rayson, 27:01.

Wyoming Marathon Races Laramie, WY May 27, 2007 175 Finishers (27 - Double Marathon, 65 - Marathon, 57 - Half Marathon, 26 - 5K) - Timing by: Wyoming Marathon - Weather: Sunny, 40-55 degrees Elevation: Start/Finish = 8,500’ Double Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Steve Noone, 48, Glenmoore, PA, 7:58:31; 2. Todd Lucas, 46, Cheyenne, WY, 9:02:02; 3. Thomas Sowers, 36, Fountain, CO, 9:28:23. Female (Overall): 1. Anita Fromm, 36, Manitou Springs, CO, 9:16:06; 2. Alene Nitzky, 43, Ft. Collins, CO, 10:31:10; 3. Chris Grove, 31, Colorado Springs, CO, 11:01:30. Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Corey Hanson, 30, Bellvue, CO, 3:18:26; 2. Tim Fromm, 38, Albequerque, NM, 3:24:51; 3. Christian Hendrickson, 31, Denver, CO, 3:25:55. Masters (40+): 1. Eric Bindner, 50, Littleton, CO, 3:26:47. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Eric Bindner, 50, Littleton, CO, 3:26:47. Seniors (60+): 1. Peter Levine, 62, Silver Springs, MD, 6:01:32. Female (Overall): 1. Tanya Pacev, 48, Littleton, CO,

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3:55:02; 2. Gail Leedy, 53, Laramie, WY, 4:46:25; 3. Rebecca Steven, 45, Wichita, KS, 4:56:23. Masters (40+): 1. Tanya Pacev, 48, Littleton, CO, 3:55:02. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Gail Leedy, 53, Laramie, WY, 4:46:25. Seniors (60+): 1. Holley Lange, 61, Ft. Collins, CO, 6:31:29. Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Dale Reicheneder, 41, Malibu, CA, 1:39:35; 2. Nathaniel Proctor, 24, Golden, CO, 1:41:05; 3. Paul Irby, 32, Laramie, WY, 1:45:25. Masters (40+): 1. Dale Reicheneder, 41, Malibu, CA, 1:39:35. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Maury Plambeck, 50, Indianapolis, IN, 1:53:13. Seniors (60+): 1. Ron Pederson, 60, Laramie, WY, 2:47:09. Female (Overall): 1. Anya Wechsler, 20, Laramie, WY, 2:01:07; 2. Kelsey McArthur, 26, Laramie, WY, 2:02:51; 3. Celia Reynolds, 26, Laramie, WY, 2:04:06. Masters (40+): 1. Tawna Bovero, 40, Cheyenne, WY, 2:09:08. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Danna Miller, 52, Casper, WY, 2:49:22. Seniors (60+): 1. No Finishers. 5K Male (Overall): 1. Gabriel Floyd, 25, Cheyenne, WY, 17:45; 2. Richard Bishop, 49, Cheyenne, WY, 18:01; 3. Dale Reicheneder, 41, Malibu, CA, 20:35. Female (Overall): 1. Anna Yanchek, 14, Cheyenne, WY, 21:25; 2. Jean Yanchek, 47, Cheyenne, WY, 28:25; 3. Robin Abrahams, 48, Seattle, WA, 28:40.

Teva Mountain Games Spring Runoff 10K & 4K Vail, CO June 2, 2007 424 Finishers (280 - 10K, 144 - 4K) - Elevation: Start/Finish = 8,500’ 10K Male (Overall): 1. Matt Carpenter, 42, Manitou Springs, CO, 45:23; 2. Josiah Middaugh, 28, Vail, CO, 48:16; 3. Bill Fanselow, 40, 48:36; 4. Greg Krause, 29, 49:27; 5. John Tribbia, 25, 49:33. Masters (40+): 1. Matt Carpenter, 42, Manitou Springs, CO, 45:23. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Bob Hintermeister, 51, Avon, CO, 59:24. Seniors (60+):1. Elliott Henry, 61, 1:06:24. Female (Overall): 1. Anita Ortiz, 42, Eagle, CO, 54:14; 2. Laura Haefli, 39, Del Norte, CO, 55:11; 3. Brandy Erholtz, 29, Bailey, CO, 55:47; 4. Cindy O’neill, 45, Manitou Springs, CO, 59:25; 5. Helen Cospolich, 30, Breckenridge, CO, 59:57. Masters (40+): 1. Anita Ortiz, 42, Eagle, CO, 54:14. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Alison Brent, 53, 1:21:49. Seniors (60+): 1. No Finishers. 4K Male (Overall): 1. Matt Johnson, 39, 12:41; 2. Jesse Blomberg, 26, 12:56; 3. Grant Stevenson, 21, 13:34; 4. Travis Fahrney, 30, 13:35; 5. Coe Roberts, 18, 13:37. Masters (40+): 1. Carl Bruggeman, 43, 14:00. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Robert Batten, 56, 17:11. Seniors (60+): 1. Bill Sleep, 60, 18:58. Female (Overall): 1. Tanya Faux, 29, 14:34; 2. Briana Perkins, 17, 14:39; 3. Vicky Keleske, 33, 14:41; 4. Melissa Kline, 24, 14:44; 5. Ashley

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Steamboat Marathon Races Steamboat Springs, CO June 3, 2007 1756 Finishers (358 - Marathon, 967 - Half Marathon, 431 - 10K) - Timing by: Boulder Road Runners - Weather: Sunny, 40-55 degrees - Elevation: Marathon Start = 8,128’, Half Marathon Start = 6,990’, Finish = 6,728’ Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Jason Saitta, 29, Parker, CO, 2:38:08; 2. Justin Mock, 25, Boulder, CO, 2:45:27; 3. Todd Trapp, 28, Craig, CO, 2:46:27; 4. Campbell Ilfrey, 33, Boulder, CO, 2:59:13; 5. Heath Hibbard, 54, Montrose, CO, 3:03:08; 6. Nicholas Gray, 28, Steamboat Springs, CO, 3:06:09; 7. Eric Walker, 31, Greeley, CO, 3:06:31; 8. David Liebowitz, 30, Boulder, CO, 3:06:52; 9. Andy Picking, 35, Steamboat Springs, CO, 3:07:00; 10. Eric Seremet, 36, Colorado Springs, CO, 3:07:56. Masters (40+): 1. Heath Hibbard, 54, Montrose, CO, 3:03:08. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Heath Hibbard, 54, Montrose, CO, 3:03:08. Seniors (60+): 1. Tom Craven, 60, Honolulu, HI, 4:14:27. Female (Overall): 1. Jill Roberts, 29, Denver, CO, 3:29:51; 2. Bridget Mik, 25, Durango, CO, 3:31:24; 3. Stacia Wilkins, 41, Castle Rock, CO, 3:35:07; 4. Patricia Wassik, 49, Denver, CO, 3:36:13; 5. Connie Demercurio, 50, Windsor, CO, 3:36:37; 6. Kristen Hoogheem, 23, Vail, CO, 3:36:49; 7. Gayle Zorrilla, 36, Golden, CO, 3:36:53; 8. Angelica Mangiardi, 30, Steamboat Springs, CO, 3:38:42; 9. Laura McCrackin, 43, Cedaredge, CO, 3:39:01; 10. Emily Carroll, 36, Highlands Ranch, CO, 3:40:28. Masters (40+): 1. Stacia Wilkins, 41, Castle Rock, CO, 3:35:07. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Connie Demercurio, 50, Windsor, CO, 3:36:37. Seniors (60+): 1. No Finishers. Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Kevin Clary, 25, Gunnison, CO, 1:10:56; 2. Tim Hola, 32, Littleton, CO, 1:17:27; 3. Brad Pace, 51, Fort Collins, CO, 1:19:56; 4. Steven Sellars, 46, Superior, CO, 1:20:56; 5. Steve Cathcart, 42, Fort Collins, CO, 1:21:55; 6. Chris McDonald, 38, Steamboat Springs, CO, 1:23:17; 7. Nate Anderson, 49, Steamboat Springs, CO, 1:24:26; 8. Mark Bell, 50, Denver, CO, 1:24:32; 9. Robert Parish, 30, Avon, CO, 1:25:02; 10. Jim Elwell, 46, Fort Collins, CO, 1:25:04. Masters (40+): 1. Brad Pace, 51, Fort Collins, CO, 1:19:56. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Brad Pace, 51, Fort Collins, CO, 1:19:56. Seniors (60+): 1. Tom Lemire, 64, Boulder, CO, 1:31:53. Female (Overall): 1. Christine Knight, 38, Craig, CO, Deborah Janssen exits the water at the 1:27:08; 2. Bean Wrenn, 33, Boulder, CO, 1:28:47; 3. Jennifer RunRabbitRunCORunAd07:Layout 5/9/07 PM Page 1 Little1 Foot Sprint2:31 Triathlon. Pressgrove, 24, Craig, CO, 1:31:45; 4. Bridget Ann Dunn-Kent,

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>> RACE RESULTS << 485 Finishers (176 - Half Marathon, 306 - 10K) - Timing by: Event Marketing Group - Weather: Sunny, 35-50 degrees - Elevation: Start = 9,700’, Finish = 9,065’ Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Mark Williams, 27, New York, NY, 1:20:21; 2. Paul Brett, 34, Silverthorne, CO, 1:25:21; 3. Patrick Maxwell, 35, Golden, CO, 1:30:21; 4. Corey Dobson, 23, Fort Collins, CO, 1:31:39; 5. Mark Walters, 38, Buena Vista, CO, 1:32:20. Masters (40+): 1. Ron Nies, 40, Littleton, CO, 1:34:25. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Daniel Jensen, 50, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:37:41. Seniors (60+): 1. Jim Braden, 71, Frisco, CO, 1:59:54. Female (Overall): 1. Kim Dobson, 23, Fort Collins, CO, 1:33:15; 2. Carolina Mcvicker, 29, Highlands Ranch, CO, 1:36:35; 3. Stephanie Kemp, 22, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:38:16; 4. Alyson Kreutze, 24, Aurora, CO, 1:39:26; 5. Candy GrangerUnderhi, 35, Silverthorne, CO, 1:45:59. Masters (40+): 1. Valerie Shockley, 41, Englewood, CO, 1:47:53. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Marcela Salazar, 51, Littleton, CO, 1:56:19. Seniors (60+): 1. Sharon Crawford, 62, Frisco, CO, 2:23:41. 10K Male (Overall): 1. Michael Johnson, 17, Littleton, CO, 36:06; 2. Chase Nowak, 18, Colorado Springs, CO, 37:31; 3. John Borthwick, 43, Lenexa, KS, 37:35; 4. Kevin Kleinhenz, 30, Los Angeles, CA, 37:46; 5. Robert Hintermeister, 51, Avon, CO, 37:57. Masters (40+): 1. Robert Hintermeister, 51, Avon, CO, 37:57. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Robert Hintermeister, 51, Avon, CO, 37:57. Seniors (60+): 1. Michael Klee, 61, Denver, CO, 46:49. Female (Overall): 1. Lynda Andros, 31, Edwards, CO, 39:34; 2. Jennifer Valentine, 25, Boulder, CO, 40:26; 3. Vicky Keleske, 33, Vail, CO, 42:39; 4. Liz Turner, 22, Avon, CO, 43:28; 5. Erin Watson, 28, Louisville, CO, 44:35. Masters (40+): 1. Anne Pence, 40, Eagle, CO, 45:39. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Sally Kennett, 65, Salida, CO, 54:20. Seniors (60+): 1. Sally Kennett, 65, Salida, CO, 54:20.

Sunrise Stampede 10K & 2M Longmont, CO June 9, 2007 1178 Finishers (506 - 10K, 672 - 2M) - Timing by: Boulder Road Runners Weather: Sunny, 60 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 5,010’

Joseph Shepherd and Pam Hosea of Denver finish the Ten Mile Creek 10K. 39, Denver, CO, 1:32:05; 5. Kelli Witter, 36, Avon, CO, 1:32:38; 6. Sonja Grace Wieck, 27, Greenwood Village, CO, 1:33:15; 7. Amy Parent, 37, Denver, CO, 1:33:45; 8. Courtney Bennigson, 27, Boulder, CO, 1:34:43; 9. Eileen McCann, 37, Boulder, CO, 1:35:17; 10. Sarah Andrews, 33, Denver, CO, 1:37:33. Masters (40+): 1. Marianne Aiken, 46, Fort Collins, CO, 1:40:02. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Susan Schulte, 51, Boulder, CO, 1:42:27. Seniors (60+): 1. Diane Tope, 62, Edwards, CO, 2:04:31. 10K Male (Overall): 1. Matt Bell, 16, Denver, CO, 34:34; 2. Peter Williams, 46, Fort Collins, CO, 35:37; 3. Alexander Miller, 21, Steamboat Springs, CO, 38:54; 4. Davis Miller, 21, Steamboat Springs, CO, 39:16; 5. Mike McNicol, 17, Craig, CO, 39:38; 6. Alex Glueck, 24, Steamboat Springs, CO, 40:13; 7. Patrick Barrett, 32, Colorado Springs, CO, 40:58; 8. Taylor Fletcher, 17, Steamboat Springs, CO, 40:59; 9. David Kopp, 49, Eagle, CO, 41:43; 10. David Gale, 25, Steamboat Springs, CO, 42:07. Masters (40+): 1. Peter Williams, 46, Fort Collins, CO, 35:37. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Dan Korb, 54, Fort Collins, CO, 42:42. Seniors (60+): 1. William McIntyre, 60, Cheyenne, WY, 45:28. Female (Overall): 1. Lesia Atkinson, 41, Boulder, CO, 41:18; 2. Kim McConnell, 39, Erie, CO, 43:41; 3. Shannon Bridgeman, 38, Loveland, CO, 43:56; 4. Anya Adzick, 26, Denver, CO, 44:19; 5. Mary Shore, 41, Fort Collins, CO, 45:11; 6. Kathryn Bradshaw, 43, Fort Collins, CO, 45:53; 7. Caroline Johnson, 33, Steamboat Springs, CO, 46:34; 8. Shelby Verretta, 39, Littleton, CO, 47:07; 9. Tara Cook, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 47:26; 10. Lisa Adams, 37, Steamboat Springs, CO, 47:55. Masters (40+): 1. Lesia Atkinson, 41, Boulder, CO, 41:18. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Landra White, 52, Steamboat Springs, CO, 57:04. Seniors (60+): 1. Bonnie Herter, 61, Steamboat Springs, CO, 1:04:08.

Turquoise Lake Half Marathon Leadville, CO June 3, 2007 79 Finishers - Weather: Sunny, 40 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 10,000’ Male (Overall): 1. Hector Martinez, 23, Denver, CO, 1:25:15; 2. Jeff Beuche, 32, Denver, CO, 1:28:17; 3. Oscar Ponce, 29, Denver, CO, 1:30:00. Masters (40+): 1. Ron Dean, 45, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:34:41. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Jeff Young, 51, Denver, CO, 1:39:50. Seniors (60+): 1. Jim Romero, 67, Denver, CO, 2:02:21. Female (Overall): 1. Elizabeth Helland, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:41:33; 2. Ann Stanek, 28, Leadville, CO, 1:42:35; 3. Carrie Zografos, 27, Portland, OR, 1:47:12; 4. Nancy Dolan, 50, Buena Vista, CO, 1:49:53; 5. Stephanie Dwyer, 33, Leadville, CO, 1:52:27. Masters (40+): 1. Nancy Dolan, 50, Buena Vista, CO, 1:49:53. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Nancy Dolan, 50, Buena Vista, CO, 1:49:53. Seniors (60+): 1. No Finishers.

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10K Male (Overall): 1. Charles Kamindo, 27, Louisville, CO, 31:43; 2. Sean Nesbitt, 32, Boulder, CO, 32:13; 3. Aaron Carrizales, 29, Gering, NE, 32:36; 4. Yoshi Aizawa, 39, Boulder, CO, 32:53; 5. Rob Caracciolo, 25, Boulder, CO, 32:58; 6. Justin Gindlesperger, 28, Boulder, CO, 33:56; 7. Chester Kurtz, 32, Superior, CO, 34:07; 8. Tim Deboom, 36, Boulder, CO, 34:48; 9. George Zack, 37, Erie, CO, 35:45; 10. Scott King, 45, Longmont, CO, 36:25. Masters (40+): 1. Scott King, 45, Longmont, CO, 36:25. Grand Masters (50+): 1. John Miller, 50, Boulder, CO, 40:11. Seniors (60+): 1. Jeff Dumas, 61, Boulder, CO, 44:35. Female (Overall): 1. Yoshimi Ozaki, 25, Boulder, CO, 34:28; 2. Misaki Katsumata, 21, Boulder, CO, 35:13; 3. Yuka Kakimi, 21, Tokyo Japan, 37:18; 4. Yuki Saito, 26, Boulder, CO, 37:44; 5. Tanya Poel, 41, Boulder, CO, 38:38; 6. Kelly Waters, 18, Louisville, CO, 39:21; 7. Uli Bromme, 26, Boulder, CO, 39:27; 8. Michelle Jamieson, 34, Denver, CO, 39:30; 9. Nicole Deboom, 35, Boulder, CO, 40:42; 10. Jennifer Kintzley, 26, Fort Collins, CO, 40:47. Masters (40+): 1. Tanya Poel, 41, Boulder, CO, 38:38. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Edie Stevenson, 57, Boulder, CO, 44:39. Seniors (60+): 1. Corine Knudsen, 62, Estes Park, CO, 59:49. 2M Male (Overall): 1. Chandler Arellano, 17, Broomfield, CO, 10:35; 2. Raul Alex Carrizalez, 26, Evans, CO, 10:38; 3. Raul Carrizalez, 46, Evans, CO, 10:56; 4. Brian Glotzbach, 32, Denver, CO, 11:08; 5. Kyle Hubbart, 50, Broomfield, CO, 11:09; 6. Ricky Vargas, 18, Thornton, CO, 11:38; 7. Luke Schuler, 16, Longmont, CO, 11:46; 8. Tyler Grotting, 14, Longmont, CO, 11:50; 9. Tony

Bonnie Brummer of Ft. Collins celebrates on her way to fourth in Laramie’s Medicine Bow Half Marathon. Bubb, 34, Erie, CO, 11:50; 10. Michael Sausa III, 16, Lyons, CO, 12:02. Masters (40+): 1. Raul Carrizalez, 46, Evans, CO, 10:56. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Kyle Hubbart, 50, Broomfield, CO, 11:09. Seniors (60+): 1. Jerry Brown, 62, Longmont, CO, 14:18. Female (Overall): 1. Lori Walker, 24, Henderson, CO, 11:41; 2. Hillary Smallwood, 20, Longmont, CO, 12:58; 3. Kristen Glisinski, 21, Longmont, CO, 13:25; 4. Sabrina Robinson, 49, Nederland, CO, 13:30; 5. Tina Sono, 47, Fort Collins, CO, 13:34; 6. Erin McLaughlin, 11, Longmont, CO, 13:37; 7. Valerie Eipper, 47, Longmont, CO, 13:47; 8. Nichole Gerard, 27, Estes Park, CO, 13:49; 9. Kirstin Boes, 32, Longmont, CO, 14:01; 10. Sachiko Yamashita, 42, Tokyo, Japan, 14:07. Masters (40+): 1. Sabrina Robinson, 49, Nederland, CO, 13:30. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Jenny Weber, 50, Greeley, CO, 14:40. Seniors (60+): 1. Lola Ackerman, 62, Longmont, CO, 15:40.

Runners reach the first mile of the Cinco Cinco 5K in Ft. Collins.

Colorado Runner Racing Series Results through the Garden Of The Gods 10M Open (39 & Under) Men

Masters (40-49) Men

1. Andrew Robinson, Colo Spgs, 150 2. Mike Sharkey, Littleton, 140 3. Paul Digrappa, Colo Spgs, 120 4. Adam Rich, Colo Spgs, 110 All others with 100 or less points

1. Steve Roch, Lafayette, 310 2. Erik Packard, Grand Junction, 220 3. Tim Jones, Ft. Collins, 200 4. Andy Ames, Boulder, 190 5. Brad Cooper, Littleton, 140 All others with 100 or less points

Open Women 1. Paige Higgins, Littleton, 190 1. Kara Roy, Ft. Collins, 190 3. Kris Lawson, Parker, 180 4. Patty Rogers, Denver, 160 5. Stephanie Jones, Colo Spgs, 150 6. Stacy Chaston, Colo Spgs, 110 All others with 100 or less points The Open Men category saw a lot of changes, thanks to two events in Colorado Springs; the Alex Hoag Run For Sunshine 5K and the Garden of the Gods 10M. With strong showings in both, Andrew Robinson moved into the lead. Kara Roy moved into a tie for first with Paige Higgins after running one of the fastest marathons ever in Colorado at the Colorado Marathon. Kris Lawson moved up on the strength of participation. She has placed in four of the events so far, making her the technical leader as a runner must run at least four events to win. Grand Masters (50-59) Men 1. Dave Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sadnick, Evergreen, 390 2. Rich Hadley, Florence, 320 4. Bob Basse, Denver, 290 5. Brad Pace, Ft. Collins, 200 6. Kevin Berg, Littleton, 170 7. George Grecco, Colo Spgs, 150 8. Wayne Chick, Albuquerque, 140 9. Daniel Jensen, Colo Spgs, 120 All others with 100 or less points Grand Masters Women 1. Polly Zimmerman, Golden, 270 2. Sharon Weatherford, Col Spgs, 240 3. Jan Huie, Colorado Springs, 210 4. Peggy Muhn, Wheat Ridge, 200 5. Maria Korb, Ft. Collins, 190 6. Alyn Park, Denver, 180 7. Kathy Hull, Westminster, 110 All others with 100 or less points Dave Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sadnick of Evergreen has jumped to lead in this division after placing in three of the four events since the last publishing. Rich Hadley and Bob Basse are close behind. In the female division, defending champion Polly Zimmerman has returned to the mix. She is followed closely by Sharon Weatherford and Jan Huie, both of whom had strong showings at Alex Hoag and Colfax. July/August 2007

Masters Women 1. Tanya Poel, Boulder, 300 2. Nancy Thonen, Thornton, 170 3. Karen Smidt, Brighton, 150 All others with 100 or less points Steve Roch of Lafayette made a strong move to the top of the Masters division by running strong races at the Colorado Colfax Half Marathon and the Garden of the Gods 10M. Defending champion Erik Packard of Grand Junction has moved into second, but will need to overcome an injury if he is going to continue to defend his title. There was not much change at the top of the female division as Tanya Poel did not run any events. However, she still has a commanding lead.

Senior (60 & Over) Men 1. Bob Hibschweiler, G. Village, 670 2. Larry Avery, Boulder, 410 3. Lou Huie, Colorado Springs, 400 4. Jay Wissot, Denver, 220 5. Rich Romero, Denver, 170 6. Arnie Willems, Laramie, 140 7. Jim Romero, Denver, 130 All others with 100 or less points Senior Women 1. Lola Ackerman, Longmont, 580 2. Myra Rhodes, Centennial, 520 3. Connie Ahrnsbark, Lakewood, 460 4. Kay Chernoff, Denver, 160 5. Wanda Willems, Laramie, 130 All others with 100 or less points Bob Hibschweiler has taken a commanding lead in the senior division. He has scored in seven events so far, winning five of them. Larry Avery, the 2005 champion, has moved into second after running the last six events. 2005 Champion Lola Ackerman continues to lead the ladies, but 74-year-old sensation Myra Rhodes is not going to let her win without a fight. 2006 Champion Connie Ahrnsbark has made a strong push to third and may also be a force.

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performance Trail Shoes adidas adiStar Trail 3

$120

Adopting elements of the adiStar line’s uppers has improved the appearance and performance of the adiStar Trail. Seamless construction with HF-welded overlays for reduced friction and flexibility means that the upper is lightweight, comfortable, and sports its best fit yet. The proven off-road version of the ForMotion cassette (similar to the road version, but more stable on uneven surfaces), continues to provide the required stability and cushioning. The effective, high-traction outersole also offers good protection from trail hazards. Testers thought, “More stable than other trail shoes I have tried, responds to the roughest trails, and has great traction” and “Really fits my foot well, allows me to run on any off-road route without worrying about shoe performance.” •Recommended for medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to moderate overpronation.

Brooks Cascadia 2

$95

The evolution of the Cascadia, like that of most other Brooks shoes, has been gradual and deliberate. The design of the original is readily visible in the unchanged midsole, which features the fulcrum pod to stabilize the foot on uneven surfaces. Also retained is the siliconbased “green” outersole compound which makes the sticky, rubber grip more durable, and works well with the moderate profile of the outersole lugs. The upper has a saddle-like overlay of thin synthetic suede which offers support with minimal extra weight. One weartester commented: “Good fit, never any blisters. Not real flexible, but that hasn’t been a problem. My feet don’t become fatigued after miles on road or trail, so they must be absorbing impact! Very durable. I am over the 100-mile mark with no noticeable wear at all.” •Recommended for medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics.

La Sportiva Fireblade

$90

The Fireblade’s low profile gives it a racing feel, but its weight and durable design allow it to perform with the best performance trail shoes. It features well-designed solutions that provide fit, protection, and traction. The upper features open mesh and a stretchy midfoot band that provides a supportive, close fit through the arch. The multi-pieced rand runs completely around the upper, and connects the protective overlays, including rubbery heel- and toe-caps as well as the HF-welded supports. A TrailShock polymer pad on the lateral side affords additional cushion. The Fit-thotic innersole offers more support and stability. The FriXion rubber is low-profile, but features lugs that really dig in on loose trails as well as the firmer surfaces. It can even manage pavement or concrete without much trouble, though the soft rubber compound would likely not last long on paved surfaces. Tester concluded: “Great racer-like fit, really supports the foot. Really handles the trails, has become my go-to trail shoe” and “Really enjoyed running in this shoe; great stability & nice smooth ride in this shoe; I like the fit of the built-in tongue. Worth the price, for sure.” •Recommended for medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to mild overpronation.

Salomon XA Comp 3

$85

In updating the XA Comp, Salomon has used a light touch. Features such as Contagrip, one of the most effective trail tread patterns on the market, have been retained. Others features have been refined: the midsole is still dual-density EVA, though additional polymer pads have been inserted in the heel and forefoot to good effect. The upper features a new toe bumper and thermoplastic supports (both medially and laterally) offer protection, fit, and structure. All in all, this third version is an improvement on what was already a very good shoe. One weartester concluded, “Holds my feet very well; I like that the laces don’t stretch when they get wet. These perform exceedingly well in wet conditions. The grip is very effective and the cushioning and stability are as good as it gets.” •Recommended for medium–low- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to moderate overpronation. 44

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rugged Trail Shoe GoLite Spike Tail

$115

The Spike Tail is one of four really good new trail shoes from GoLite through its licensing agreement with Timberland. After putting all four of them through their paces, our testers concurred that the Spike Tail provides the best combination of features required for excellent trail performance. The onepiece upper is constructed of a ripstop nylon with a layer of EVA comolded onto the exterior, providing both support and lightweight protection from trail debris. There’s an additional rubber bumper layer medially and laterally for even more protection. The Spike Tail features an elasticized ankle collar that acts like a scree gaiter—it’s snug like a monotongue upper, but less restrictive. The innersole offers three snap-together pieces that allow adjustment for average-, low-, and full-volume feet. The Spike Tail is one of the only trail shoes on the market to use polyurethane foam in the midsole, in this case, to support the cushioning and structure of the protruding spikes. By extending the PU into the center of the lugs, the lugs cushion as well as grip. Comments included: “Good roomy forefoot, but secure fit. Has the traction to get you over the rough trails” and “I was impressed with the traction and cushioning; very protective.” •Recommended for low- to medium–high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to mild overpronation.

hybrid Trail Shoes

Mizuno Wave Ascend 2 $85

Traditionally, trails have not been Mizuno’s strongest venue. The Wave Ascend 2 addresses the requirements of the trails—traction, protection, and security—while taking advantage of Mizuno’s strength on the road: stability. The original upper was adequately protective, but it now features cooling air mesh without any sacrifice in protection. The midsole is a bit beefier than other shoes with this Waveplate, but it’s still fairly flexible and responsive because the plate sits lower in the midsole, right on top of the VS-1 insert. The outersole offers the best traction Mizuno has yet developed, and it’s geared especially for trail conditions without looking like the typical trail profile. In fact, one tester thought they were road shoes when he first ran in them. Over the course of testing, though, he found them to be more than equal to a 30K trail race. The bottom line? The Wave Ascend 2 is the best Mizuno trail shoe ever—it’s the equal of any of the trail hybrids in this review. •Recommended for high- to lowarched feet with neutral biomechanics to moderate overpronation.

ASICS GT-2120 Trail

$95

The 2000 series’ on-road reputation has now been taken off-road. By mating the wellcushioned road platform to a trail outersole, the GT-2120 Trail proves itself equal to the trails with stable cushioning and wholly adequate traction. The upper features the cooling benefits of air mesh, with a bit more support from the overlays. The fit suits a broad range of feet, just like the road 2120. Its cushioning and stability work well on the trail without insulating your foot from the terrain. Testers found the traction “was good both up and down hills,” but did a good job on the road, as well. Overall, weartesters liked this shoe, saying: “A very comfortable running shoe! Just right in so many ways” and “I like that the shoe doesn’t separate me from the terrain while still protecting my feet.” •Recommended for low- to medium–high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to mild overpronation. 46

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racing Trail Shoes ASICS GEL-Trail Attack 3

$80

Light but protective, the third version of the Trail Attack continues to trade on the strengths of its predecessors: fit, traction, and trail adaptability. The upper veers slightly from the previous monotongue construction with its defined fit, to an inner sleeve called MONO-SOCK, that provides similar snug support but accommodates a broader range of foot shapes. The unchanged midsole and outersole continue to provide single-density cushioning, outstanding traction, flexibility, and protection on rocky trails. Weartesters found, “These felt great from the time I first put them on. Very flexible but still stable enough, and the sole has great traction” and “These allow just enough feel of the trail without sacrificing protection. I like the light weight.” •Recommended for medium–low- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics.

Teva X-1 Control

$90

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This update proves that Teva knows what works in its trail shoes, and what can be improved. The upper has been adjusted in the midfoot and heel to improve the fit, and the Achilles tendon padding is more comfortable, thanks to the switch from vinyl to mesh and the addition of a few millimeters of foam. The split midfoot lace support has been changed to the midfoot lace support of the original X-1, and a well-vented synthetic leather saddle and forefoot overlays have been added for support with minimal weight gain. The dual-density midsole is well-cushioned and supportive. It maintains the dimensions of the original, but now has a full-length EVA Strobel board called Shoc Pad, and a beefier EVA innersole. The outersole and its fulllength protective plate are also unchanged. One weartester said, “Great traction, good stability, and light weight. Comfortable enough for longer runs, but light enough for performance in 10Ks. A well-designed and well-thought-out running shoe.” •Recommended for low- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to mild overpronation.

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Teva Vail Hill Climb; 7.5M; 8:00 AM; Mountain Haus, Vail, CO; vailrec.com; 970-479-2280

07/08

Trespass Trail Challenge; 10M, 5M; $$$; 8:00 AM; Elementary School, Nederland, CO; TrespassChallenge.com; 303-786-9255

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Women’s Distance Festival; 5K; 7:00 AM; SIPI, Albuquerque, NM; aroadrun.org; 505-323-9161

07/10

Casper Chase; 5K, 1K; 9:00 AM; City Park,Casper, WY; windycitystriders.com; 307-235-9990

07/11

Summit Trail Series; 5:45 PM; Breckenridge, CO; townofbreckenridge.com; 970-453-1734

07/13

Hardrock 100; 100M; 6:00 AM; High School, Silverton, CO; hardrock100.com

07/01

RYKA Iron Girl Denver; 5M, 5K; 8:00 AM; Veteran’s Park, Denver, CO; IronGirl.com; 727-942-4767;

07/01

Veteran’s Home Run; 5K run, 3K; 7:00 AM; Falcon Stadium, USAFA, CO; pprrun.org; 719-636-2696

07/04

4th of July 5K; 8:00 AM; Georgetown, CO; bluther@co.clear-creek.co.us; 303-519-0357

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Blue Ribbon Trail Race; 10K; 7:30 AM; Memorial Park, Silverton, CO; ebussilvertonws.ebusbuilder. com; 970-387-5654

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Boogie’s Diner Buddy Run; 5M; 8:00 AM; Boogie’s Diner, Aspen, CO; bkbltd.com; 303-694-2202;

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CU 4th of July 5K; 8:00 AM; University of Colorado, Boulder, CO; boulderroadrunners.org; 303-492-8776

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Firecracker 5K; 5K, Kids Fun Run; 7:30 AM; Sweetwater Park, Lone Tree, CO; cityoflonetree. com; 303-225-4948

Evergreen Mountain Trail Race; 10K; 8:00 AM; Alderfer/Three Sisters Park, Evergreen, CO; evergreenrecreation.com; 303-674-6441

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Firecracker 10K; 8:30 AM; Breckenridge, CO; townofbreckenridge.com; 970-453-1734

Hogback Hustle; 5K; 8:30 AM; City Market, New Castle, CO; ewysocki@holycross.com; 970-9849705

07/14

Howelsen Hill 8 Miler; 9:00 AM; Howelsen Hill Parkway, Steamboat Springs, CO; runningseries. com; 970-870-9273

07/04

FireKracker 5K; 8:00 AM; City Park, Fort Collins, CO; Firekracker5K@gmail.com; 970-493-5220

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07/04

Fourth of July Fun Run; 5K; 9:00 AM; Rotary Park, Durango, CO; durangogov.org; 970-375-7313

07/14

Monument Downhill 5K; 8:00 AM; The Redlands, Grand Junction, CO; mmstriders.org; 970-260-4612

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07/04

Freedom Run; 5K; 8:00 AM; Evergreen, CO; bkbltd. com; 303-694-2202;

07/14

Rogers River Run; 5K; 7:30 AM; Boulder County Fairgrounds, Longmont, CO; ci.longmont.co.us; 303-651-8405

07/04

Gateway Canyons Half Marathon; 13.1M, 5K; 8:00 AM; Gateway Canyons Resort, Gateway, CO; gatewaycanyons.com; 970-931-2458

07/14

Stump Jumpin’ Trail Stomp; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Clinton Lake, Lawrence, KS; midwesttrailruns.com

07/04

Gothic to Crested Butte 1/3 Marathon; 8.3M; 8:00 AM; Gothic, CO; rmbl.org; 970-349-7231

07/14

Wolford Mountain Trail Half Marathon; 13.1M; 7:00 AM; Wolford Reservoir Dam, Kremmling, CO; runkremmling.com; 970-724-3472

07/04

HRCA Independence Day Sunrise 10K; 10:30 AM; Highlands Ranch, CO; highlandsranchrunseries. com; 303-471-7044;

07/15

Barr Trail Mountain Race; 12M; 7:00 AM; Cog Railway Station, Manitou Springs, CO; runpikespeak.com

07/04

Jane’s Freedom Run; 8K, 3K; 7:00 AM; Albuquerque, NM; tgrande.com; 505-256-3625

07/15

CMRA Mountain Madness; 12K; 7:30 AM; Christies of Genessee, Genessee, CO; comastersrun.org

07/04

Lander Half Marathon; 13.1M; 7:00 AM; Centennial Park, Lander, WY; 307-332-0480

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Liberty Run; 4M; 8:00 AM; Washington Park, Denver, CO; bkbltd.com; 303-694-2202;

Donor Dash; 5K; 8:00 AM; Washington Park, Denver, CO; donoralliance.org/donordash; 303694-2030

Northern Colorado Race For The Cure; 5K; 8:00 AM; Greeley, CO; komennco.org; 970-356-6964

07/15

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High Mountain 50K/25K; 8:00 AM; High Mountain Institute, Leadville, CO; hminet.org; 210-573-3997

07/15

Marathon Training Series; 10M; 7:00 AM; City Park, Westminster, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

07/04

Palmer Lake 4th of July 4M; 7:30 AM; Palmer Lake Regional Park, Palmer Lake, CO; ples.lewispalmer. org; 719-481-1747

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Scar Top Mountain Run; 12K; 8:00 AM; Community Center, Coal Creek Canyon, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917;

US Half Marathon Copper Mountain; 13.1M, 12K, 5K; 9:00 AM; Copper Mountain, CO; copperhalf.com; 415-2US-HALF;

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Spruce Canyon 5K; 8:00 AM; Community Center, Coal Creek Canyon, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917;

Aspen Race for the Cure; 5K; 8:00 AM; Rio Grande Park, Aspen, CO; aspenraceforthecure.com; 970920-0250

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Superior Downhill Mile; 1M; 7:00 AM; Superior, CO; superiordownhillmile.com; 720-323-1328; $$

Kendall Mountain Trail Race; 13M; 7:30 AM; Grand Imperial Hotel, Silverton, CO; ebussilvertonws. ebusbuilder.com; 970-387-5654

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Adam Towler Run; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Train Depot, Laramie, WY; adamtowler.com; 307-399-9470

07/21

Golden Gate Canyon Trail Run; 12.7M, 5K; 8:00 AM; Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Golden, CO; runuphillracing.com; 303-870-0487

07/07

Alien Chase; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Civic Center, Roswell, NM; dfn.com/runners

07/21

Women’s Distance Festival; 5K; 7:30 AM; N. Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-635-3833

07/07

Cherry Days 5K; 9:00 AM; City Park, Paonia, CO; mmstriders.org; 970-260-7962

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Firecracker 5K; 8:00 AM; Leman Rec Complex; Sabetha, KS; runsabetha.com; 785-284-2303

Crag Crest Trail Race; 10.5M; 9:00 AM; Island Lake Trailhead, Grand Junction, CO; ernakay@aol.com; 970-241-6478

Leadville Trail Marathon; 26.2M, 15M; 8:00 AM; Leadville, CO; leadvilletrail100.com; 719-486-3502

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Miles For Miracles; 5K; 8:00 AM; Invesco Field, Denver, CO; bkbltd.com; 303-694-2030;

Nielson Challenge; 2M; 8:00 AM; North Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org

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Rancho Viejo Run; 10K, 5K; 7:00 AM; Rancho Viejo Plaza, Santa Fe, NM; tgrande.com; 505-256-3625

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Teva Vail Half Marathon; 13.1M; 8:00 AM; Vail, CO; vailrec.com; 970-479-2280

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Tortoise and Hare; 4K; 8:00 AM; Rolland Moore Park, Ft. Collins, CO; fortcollinsrunningclub.org; 970-224-9114

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Morning News Marathon; 26.2M, 10K; 5:30 AM; Salt Lake City, UT; desnews.com/run/mainmenu. html; 303-694-2202;

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RMRR Trophy Series; 2M; 8:00 AM; Bible Park, Denver, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

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Gut Buster 5K; 9:00 AM; Granby Elementary School, Granby, CO; active.com; 970-887-3961

07/28

Classic 10K; 7:00 AM; Woodmen Road & Interstate 25, Colorado Springs, CO; csgrandprix.com; 719635-8803; $$

08/04

Kennebec Challenge; 16M; 9:00 AM; La Plata City Campground, Durango, CO; go-dmt.org; 970-3857230

07/28

EOW Memorial 5K; 8:30 AM; Aurora Municipal Court, Aurora, CO; 303-363-0055

08/04

Moonlight Madness; 5M; 7:30 PM; 3685 Verde Rd, Pueblo, CO; socorunners.org; 719-676-7343

07/28

Habitat Hill Climb; 1M; 8:00 AM; Smelter Mountain Trailhead, Durango, CO; crameram@ci.durango. co.us; 970-375-7313

08/04

Mt. Werner Classic Trail Run; 12M, 5M; 8:00 AM; Gondola Base, Steamboat Springs, CO; runningseries.com; 970-819-0316

07/28

Kid’s Cure for Cancer; 5K, 1K; 8:00 AM; Metro Park at Inverness, Englewood, CO; kidscure.org; 303-831-4545

08/04

Nielson Challenge; 2M; 8:00 AM; North Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org

08/04

Parish Fiesta Run; 5K; 7:00 AM; Raton, NM; 505445-2546; $$

08/04

Sandia Peak Challenge; 8:00 AM; Sandia Peak Ski Resort, Albuquerque, NM; cff.org; 505-883-1455

07/28

Santiago Fiesta Runs; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; San Jose Church, Los Ojos, NM; 505-756-4217

07/28

Spring Creek Memorial Trail Run; 9M, 5K; 8:00 AM; Spring Creek Trail Head, Steamboat Springs, CO; runningseries.com; 970-875-2329

07/29

Run to Break the Silence; 20K, 10K, 5K; 6:30 AM; Sandia Casino, Albuquerque, NM; judyputman@aol. com; 505-820-2273;

Idiot’s Hill Trail Run; 9.5M; 7:00 AM; Ceriani Park, Kremmling, CO; runkremmling.com; 970-724-3472

08/11

Mayors Cup; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Woodland Park, CO; city-woodlandpark.org; 719-687-5225

08/11

Rat Race; 10K, 5K; 7:30 AM; Ault, CO; 970-8341326

08/11

Run For Hope; 5K; 8:00 AM; City Park, Fort Collins, CO; runforhope.net; 970-229-1366

08/12

Lookout Mountain Hill Climb; 4.5M; 7:30 AM; Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO; runuphillracing.com; 303-870-0487

Southeast YMCA 5K; 8:00 AM; Southeast YMCA, Colorado Springs, CO; pprun.org; 719-622-3567

08/12

LT 100 10K; 12:00 PM; Leadville, CO; leadvilletrail100.com; 719-486-3502

08/05

Albuquerque Police Run; 5K; 7:00 AM; Albuquerque, NM; tgrande.com; 505-256-3625

08/12

Teva Berry Picker, 10K, 5K; 9:00 AM; Vail, CO; vailrec.com; 970-479-2280

08/05

Evergreen Town Race; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Evergreen High School, Evergreen, CO; evergreentownrace.org; 303-642-7917;

08/15

CMRA Fairmount 5K; 6:30 PM; Fairmount Park, Golden, CO; comastersrun.org; 303-279-4305

08/05

La Luz Trail Race; 9M; 7:00 AM; La Luz Trailhead, Albuquerque, NM; laluztrailrun.org; 505-797-0791

08/17

Valley 5000; 7:00 PM; Loveland Public Library, Loveland, CO; 970-635-3647

08/05

Marathon Training Series; 15M; 7:00 AM; City Park, Westminster, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

08/18

Basalt Half Marathon; 13.1M; 7:45 AM; Ruedi Dam, Basalt, CO; basaltriverdays.com; 970-618-2063

08/18

Holy Cow Trail Stampede; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Christopher Fields Softball Complex, Westminster, CO; westminsterfaire.com; 303-430-2400 ext 2208

08/18

Leadville Trail 100; 100M; 4:00 AM; Leadville, CO; leadvilletrail100.com; 719-486-3502

08/18

Peach Festival 5M; 8:00 AM; Taylor Elem, Palisade, CO; mmstriders.org; 970-250-8592

08/18

Pikes Peak Ascent; 13.32M; 7:00 AM; Memorial Park, Manitou Springs, CO; pikespeakmarathon.org; 719-473-2625

Freeman Myre Corporate Challenge; 5K; $$$; 6:00 PM; Colorado Technology Center, Louisville, CO; corporatechallenge.info; 303-818-4831

08/05

08/03

RMRR Trophy Series; 5K; 6:30 PM; deKoevend Park, Littleton, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

State Games of America 5K; 7:30 AM; North Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; stategames.org; 719-634-7333 ext 1003

08/08

08/03

Wild West Relay; 195M; 6:00 PM; Budweiser Tour Center, Fort Collins, CO; wildwestrleay.com; 303788-0688

Summit Trail Series; 5:45 PM; Breckenridge, CO; townofbreckenridge.com; 970-453-1734

08/09

Mountain Avenue Mile; 1M; 6:30 PM; Fort Collins, CO; americasdowntownmile.com; 970-493-2379

08/04

GoLite Indian Peaks Trail Race; 10K; 8:00 AM; Eldora Mountain Resort, Nederland, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917; $$

08/11

Aspen Summer Uphill; 4.8M; 8:00 AM; Aspen, CO; clkeleher@hotmail.com; 970-925-2172

08/11

Desert Championship; 15K, 10K, 5K; 7:30 AM; Grand Junction, CO; mmstriders.org; 970-241-6478

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08/11

Human Race 5K; 7:00 AM; Old Town Square, Ft. Collins, CO; 970-282-1000; $$

Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon; 13.1M; 8:00 AM; Idaho Springs, CO; bkbltd.com; 303-570-0824;

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Quantrill Fun Run for History; 10K, 5K run/walk; 7:30 AM; South Park, Lawrence, KS; watkinsmuseum.org; 785-841-4109

08/19

Continental Divide Challenge Trail Run; 16M; 8:00 AM; Fish Creek Falls Parking Area, Steamboat Springs, CO; runningseries.com; 970-879-0385

08/19

Leading Ladies Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M; 6:00 AM; Spearfish, SD; LeadingLadiesMarathon.com; 605-642-2382

08/19

Pikes Peak Marathon; 26.2M; 7:00 AM; Memorial Park, Manitou Springs, CO; pikespeakmarathon.org; 719-473-2625; $$

08/22

Summit Trail Series; 5:45 PM; Breckenridge, CO; townofbreckenridge.com; 970-453-1734

08/24

Wild West MS Walkabout; 50M; Ft. Collins, CO; wildwestmswalkabout.org; 303-506-5863

08/25

Beaver Creek Vertical Ascent; Beaver Creek, CO; vailrec.com; 970-479-2280

08/25

D’Evelyn Dash; 5K; 9:00 AM; D’Evelyn High School, Denver, CO; develyndash.com; 303-949-0185; $$

08/25

Erace Homlesness; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; City Park, Denver, CO; eracehomelessness.org; 303-832-1622

08/25

Lean Horse Hundred; 100M, 50M, 50K; 6:00 AM; Hot Springs, SD; leanhorse.com; 605-641-3534

08/25

Mt. Sneffels Half Marathon; 13.1M, 1M Kid’s Race; 7:30 AM; Hot Springs Park, Ouray, CO; mtsneffels. org/halfmarathon/; 970-325-0714

08/25

Park City Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M; 6:30 AM; Park City, UT; pcmarathon.com

08/25

Run With The Horses Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M; 6:30 AM; Expedition Island, Green River, WY; grchamber.com; 307-875-5711

08/25

Tunnel Drive 5M; 7:30 AM; Canon City, CO; socorunners.org; 719-784-6514

08/26

Bosque Boogie Trail Race; 10K, 5K; 7:00 AM; Albuquerque, NM; tgrande.com; 505-256-3625

08/26

CMRA Elk Meadow Trail Race; 10K; 8:00 AM; Elk Meadow Park, Evergreen, CO; comastersrun.org

08/26

Paint the Town 5K; 7:45 AM; Marketplace at Northglenn, Northglenn, CO; 303-450-8800

08/26

Marathon Training Series; 20M; 7:00 AM; City Park, Westminster, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

08/26

Race For Research; 5K; 8:00 AM; Washington Park, Denver, CO; bkbltd.com; 303-694-2030;

08/26

Tiger Prowl 5K; 8:00 AM; Lakewood High School, Lakewood, CO; lhstiger.com; 303-232-1877

08/26

Tiny Miracles Trot; 5K; 9:00 AM; Inverness Business Park @ Vallagio, Englewood, CO; tinymiraclestrot.kintera.org; 303-758-7188;

09/01

Creede Mountain Runs; 22M, 12M, 2M; 9:00 AM; Creede, CO; rexs@fone.net; 719-658-2925

09/01

Grand Teton Ultras; 100M, 50M, 26.2M; 6:00 AM; Grand Targhee Resort, Alta, WY; tetonraces.com; 208-787-2077

09/01

Nielson Challenge; 2M; 8:00 AM; North Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org

09/02

10K @ 10,000 Feet; 10K; 10:00 AM; Rabbit Ears Pass, Steamboat Springs, CO; runningseries.com; 970-879-1250

09/02

09/03

The New Mexico Marathon; 26.2M, 26.2M Relay, 13.1M, 5K; 5:30 AM; Albuquerque, NM; newmexicomarathon.org; 505-489-9484; ADT Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M, 5K; 6:30 AM; America The Beautiful Park, Colorado Springs, CO; adtmarathon.com; 719-265-6161; $$

09/05

Chamber Challenge; 5K; 6:30 PM; Thorncreek Golf Course, Thornton, CO; 303-288-1000

09/16

09/08

Dot Trail Trot - XTERRA Trail Run; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Wyandotte Lake, Kansas City, KS; info@ klmmarketingsolutions.com

GORE-TEX TransRockies Run; 125M Stage Race; 12:00 PM; Beaver Creek, CO; transrockies.com; 970-300-4762; $$

09/16

Indian Summer Runs; 10K, 5K, 1K; 8:00 AM; Boulder Res, Boulder, CO; indiansummerrace.com

09/08

Imogene Pass Run; 17M; 8:30 AM; Ouray, CO; imogenerun.com; 970-728-0251

09/16

Lead King Loop; 25K, 12.5K; 8:30 AM; Marble, CO; leadkingloop25K.com; 970-704-1275

09/08

Cooper Memorial 5K; 9:00 AM; Chatfield State Park, Littleton, CO; coopsrun.com; 303-901-5521

09/16

09/08

Mid Mountain Marathon; 26.2M; 8:00 AM; Silver Lake Village, Park City, UT; mountaintrails.org; 435-649-6839

Mountain Air Marathon; 26.2M, 10M, 5K; 7:30 AM; Crested Butte, CO; mountainairmarathon.com; 970-641-3375

09/16

PACE Governor’s Cup; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Denver, CO; bkbltd.com; 303-694-2030;

09/08

RMRR Trophy Series; 8M; 8:00 AM; Chatfield State Park, Littleton, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

09/16

Run Around the Block; 5K; 8:00 AM; City Park, Westminster, CO; rmmi.org; 303-893-3838

09/08

Roadkill Trail Races; 13.1M, 10K, 5k; 12:00 PM; Town Square Park, Kremmling, CO; runkremmling. com; 877-573-4314

09/21

Colorado Relay; 170M; 5:00 AM; Idaho Springs, CO; coloradorelay.com; 303-670-7147

09/08

Spur of the Moment 5K; 8:30 AM; Junior Legion Park, Grand Junction, CO; mmstriders.org; 970270-0774

09/22

CMRA Barr Lake 1/3 Marathon; 8.7M; 9:00 AM; Barr Lake State Park, Brighton, CO; comastersrun. org; 303-781-1738

09/09

Chips and Salsa Half-Marathon; 13.1M, 10K, 5K; 9:00 AM; Albuquerque, NM; the-athletes-edge.com; 505-856-9377;

09/22

Golden Leaf Half Marathon; 13.3M; 8:00 AM; Snowmass Village, CO; aspenrecreation.com; 970-429-2093

09/09

DDRC Harvest Festival; 5M, 3M; 8:00 AM; North JeffCo Park, Arvada, CO; active.com; 303-462-6593

09/22

Moab’s Alpine to Slickrock 50; 50M; 6:00 AM; Moab, UT; mas50.com; 435-259-3053

09/09

Neder-Nederland; 10K, 5K; 9:00 AM; Nederland High School, Nederland, CO; nederlandchamber. org; 303-956-2891; $$

09/22

Our Great Race; 5K, 1M; 8:00 AM; America The Beautiful Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-598-2953

09/09

Race For The Cure; 5K; 7:30 AM; Garden of the Gods Park, Colorado Springs, CO; csraceforthecure. com; 719-632-8887

09/22

Pinedale Half Marathon; 13.1M, 10K, 1M; 8:30 AM; Rendezvous Pointe, Pinedale, WY; pinedalehalfmarathon.com; 307-367-7433

09/09

South Shore Adventure 10K; 7:30 AM; Pedros Point, Pueblo, CO; socorunners.org; 719-543-2052

09/22

Salomon 24 Hrs of Frisco; 9:30 AM; Nordic Center, Frisco, CO; emgcolorado.com; 303-635-2815

09/09

Teva Evergold Trail Run; 10K; 10:00 AM; Vail, CO; vailrec.com; 970-479-2280

09/22

Salomon Six; 6M; 8:30 AM; Nordic Center, Frisco, CO; emgcolorado.com; 303-635-2815

09/09

Tortoise and Hare; 5K; 8:00 AM; Warren Park, Ft. Collins, CO; fortcollinsrunningclub.org; 970-224-9114

09/22

Village Mile; 1M; 9:30 AM; Pedestrian Village, Vail, CO; americasdowntownmile.com; 303-443-1297; $$

09/15

5K Run for Recovery; 8:00 AM; Downtown, Salt Lake City, UT; uafslc.org; 801-487-3276 ext 1204

09/23

Animas Mountain Mug Run; 6.6M, 1M; 10:00 AM; Animas Mountain Trailhead, Durango, CO; durangogov.org; 970-375-7313

09/15

Autumn Color Run; 13.1M, 10K, 5K; 9:00 AM; McPhelemy, Buena Vista, CO; fourteenernet.com/ colorrun; 719-395-2649

09/23

Flying Horse Fling; 5M, 5K; 9:30 AM; Douglas County Fair Grounds, Castle Rock, CO; bkbltd.com; 303-694-2030; $$

09/15

Bergan Peak Trail Race; 11.5M; 9:20 AM; Elk Meadow, Evergreen, CO; evergreenrecreation.com; 303-674-6441

09/23

John Baker Memorial 5K; 7:00 AM; Albuquerque, NM; the-athletes-edge.com; 505-856-9377;

09/15

Discovery Canyon Campus 5K; 800m; 8:30 AM; Discovery Canyon Campus, Colorado Springs, CO; 719-234-1820

09/23

Josh and Gus’s Run for a Reason; 5K, 2K; 8:00 AM; Clement Park, Littleton, CO; joshandgus.com; 303-296-4166

09/23

09/15

Elk Meadow Trail Race; 5.6M; 9:00 AM; Elk Meadow, Evergreen, CO; evergreenrecreation.com; 303-674-6441

Marathon Training Series; 20M; 7:00 AM; City Park, Westminster, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

09/23

Pilot Run for Literacy; 7.25M, 5K; 9:30 AM; Steamboat Pilot, Steamboat Springs, CO; runningseries.com; 970-871-4233

09/23

Second Wind Fund Run; 3M, 1M; 12:30 PM; Green Mountain Presbyterian Church, Lakewood, CO; thesecondwindfund.org; 303-988-2645

09/29

Glenwood Canyon Shuffle; 13.1M; 9:00 AM; No Name Rest Area, Glenwood Springs, CO; glenwoodraces.com; 970-876-0768

09/15

Highlands Ranch Oktoberfest; 5K; 12:00 PM; Town Center Plaza, Highlands Ranch, CO; highlandsranchrunseries.com; 303-471-7044

09/15

Kokopelli Classic Trail Run; 16M, 8M; 8:30 AM; Exit #15 on 1-70, Loma, CO; screemedia.com/ marysloop/; 970-261-8103

09/15

Oktoberfest 5K; 10:00 AM; Breckenridge, CO; townofbreckenridge.com; 970-453-1734

09/15

Pony Express Trail Race; 15M; 8:00 AM; Rampart Reservoir, Woodland Park, CO; pprrun.org; 719598-2953

09/29

Mayor’s Cup; 10K, 5K; 9:00 AM; America The Beautiful Park, Colorado Springs, CO; sppppr. org/mayorscup.shtml; 719-635-3833

09/15

Robert’s Race for Lung Cancer Research; 5K; 9:00 AM; N. Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; lungcancerrun.com; 303-913-1980

09/30

GoLite Boulder Backroads Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M; 7:00 AM; Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, CO; boulderbackroads.com; 303-939-9661; $$

09/15

Run, Rabbit, Run; 50M; 6:00 AM; Steamboat, Springs, CO; Steamboat50.com; 970-221-2270

09/30

PPRR Fall Series I; 3.5M; 11:30 AM; North Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-598-2953

09/15

Sombrero Ranch Roundup Trail Run; 4.5M; 9:00 AM; Sombrero Ranch, Estes Park, CO; bolderboulder.com; 303-444-7223

09/30

Run For The Hills Trail Race; 10K, 5K; 7:00 AM; Albuquerque, NM; tgrande.com; 505-256-3625

09/30

Sandia Mt Shadow Trail Run; 12K, 5K; 7:00 AM; Sandia Mountain, Albuquerque, NM; the-athletesedge.com; 505-856-9377;

09/03

Aetna Park to Park 10M; 7:00 AM; City Park, Denver, CO; parktopark10miler.com; 303-757-1417

09/03

Colorado Run; 10K, 5K; 8:30 AM; CSU Oval, Fort Collins, CO; runnersroostftcollins.com; 970-224-9114

09/03

CU Kickoff Classic; 5K; 8:00 AM; University of Colorado, Boulder, CO; boulderroadrunners.org; 303-492-8776

09/16

Crossroads Half Marathon; 13.1M, 5K; 8:00 AM; Buckingham Park, Ft. Collins, CO; crossroadshalf. com; 970-377-8005

09/03

Parker Pebble; 4M, 1K; 9:00 AM; Bayou Gulch, Parker, CO; parkerpebble.com; 303-805-0854

09/16

El Grito 5K; 9:00 AM; Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO; elgrito5k.org; 720-840-8127

09/03

Turtle Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M, 5K; 5:30 AM; Cahoon Park, Roswell, NM; dfn.com/runners/

09/16

Farmers 5000; 5K, 1K; 9:00 AM; High School; Wheat Ridge, CO; farmers5000.org; 303-238-5192

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07/24

Dip & Dash; 6:00 PM; Aurora Reservoir, Aurora, CO; majrae.com; 303-359-8042;

08/12

Fort Collins Club Kids Triathlon; 8:00 AM; Edora Pool & Ice Center, Fort Collins, CO; 970-213-2901

07/01

Battle at Midway Triathlon; 7:00 AM; Deer Creek Reservoir, Midway, UT; bamtriathlon.com; 801-4508477; $$

07/26

Stroke & Stride; 6:00 PM; Boulder Res, Boulder, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917;

08/12

07/05

Stroke & Stride; 6:00 PM; Boulder Res, Boulder, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917;

07/29

Crested Butte Bank XTERRA; 9:00 AM; Grant Lake at Skyland, Crested Butte, CO; cbbanktri.com; 970-349-0170; $$

The Great Colorado Triathlon; 6:30 AM; Union Reservoir, Longmont, CO; thegreatcoloradotriathlon. com; 303-271-3753

08/18

07/07

Cabbage Head Duathlon; 8:00 AM; Wiggins Community Church, Wiggins, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917; $$

08/02

Stroke & Stride; 6:00 PM; Boulder Res, Boulder, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917;

Aspen High Country Triathlon; 7:00 AM; Aspen Recreation Center, Aspen, CO; aspenrecreation. com; 970-429-2093

Dip & Dash; 6:00 PM; Aurora Reservoir, Aurora, CO; majrae.com; 303-359-8042;

08/04

Los Alamos Triathlon; 7:30 AM; Larry Walkup Aquatic Center, Los Alamos, NM; losalamosnm.us; 505-662-8173; $$

07/10

Durango Triathlon; 8:30 AM; Durango Community Recreation Center, Durango, CO; durangogov.org; 970-375-7313

08/18

08/04

Rattlesnake Triathlon & Relay Team Triathlon; 7:00 AM; Aurora Reservoir, Aurora, CO; rattlesnaketri.com; 720-232-8669

08/19

07/14

Xterra Iron Creek Off-Road Triathlon; 3:00 PM; Iron Creek Campground, Spearfish, SD; ICORT. com; 605-641-3534

GoLite Indian Peaks Off-Road Triathlon; 9:00 AM; Eldora Mountain Resort, Nederland, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917; $$

08/18

07/12

Stroke & Stride; 6:00 PM; Boulder Res, Boulder, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917;

Muddy Buddy; 8:00 AM; Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, CO; muddybuddy.com; 818-707-8867;

08/04

State Games of America Triathlon; 7:15 AM; Prospect Lake, Colorado Springs, CO; stategames. org; 719-634-7333 ext 1003;

08/26

08/05

Tri for the Cure Women’s Triathlon; 7:00 AM; Cherry Creek State Park, Denver, CO; triforthecuredenver.com; 303-430-2969;

Steamboat Springs Triathlon; 8:00 AM; Lake Catamount, Steamboat Springs, CO; 5430sports. com; 303-442-0041;

09/01

24 Hrs of Tri; 8:00 AM; Cherry Creek Park, Denver, CO; 24hoursoftriathlon.com; 303-857-5031; $$

09/01

Tenderfoot Duathlon/Triathlon & Kids Triathlon; Hot Springs Aquatic Center, Salida, CO; tenderfoottriathlon.com; 719-942-4526

09/09

Midwest Meltdown; 7:00 AM; Wyandotte Lake, Kansas City, KS; midwestmultisportraces.com

07/15

Danskin Women’s Triathlon; 7:00 AM; Aurora Res, Aurora, CO; danskin.com; 800-452-9526;

07/15

Midwest Mudder Off-Road Triathlon and Duathlon; 7:00 AM; Clinton Lake, Lawrence, KS; midwestmultisportraces.com

08/09

Stroke & Stride; 6:00 PM; Boulder Res, Boulder, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917;

07/15

Table Mountain Triathlon; 6:30 AM; Duncan YMCA, Arvada, CO; tablemountaintriathlon.com; 303-4224977; $$

08/11

07/15

Tri It High Sprint Triathlon; 9:00 AM; Lake County Aquatic Center, Leadville, CO; lakecountyco.com; 719-486-4142;

Kansas City Women’s Triathlon; 8:30 AM; Smithville Lake, Smithville, KS; KCTri.com; 785410-3319

08/11

09/09

Tri-Glenwood Triathlon; 6:30 AM; Hot Springs Lodge & Pool, Glenwood Springs, CO; triglenwood. com; 970-945-2208;

07/17

Dip & Dash; 6:00 PM; Aurora Reservoir, Aurora, CO; majrae.com; 303-359-8042;

Splash-Mash-Dash Sprint Triathlon; 6:30 AM; Northridge Rec Center, Highlands Ranch, CO; highlandsranchrunseries.com; 303-471-7044;

08/11

Chile Harvest Triathlon; 8:00 AM; New Mexico Tech Swim Center, Socorro, NM; sdc.org/ssr/chile/; 505-838-0920;

09/16

07/19

Stroke & Stride; 6:00 PM; Boulder Res, Boulder, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917;

Crescent Moon Sprint Triathlon; 9:00 AM; Aurora Reservoir, Aurora, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917; $$

07/22

Boulder Peak Triathlon; 6:30 AM; Boulder Res, Boulder, CO; 5430sports.com; 303-442-0041; $$

08/11

TelluTri Mountain High Challenge; 7:00 AM; Telluride, CO; tellutri.com; 707-342-1163

09/16

07/22

Midwest Mayhem Triathlon; 7:00 AM; Lone Star Lake, Lawrence, KS; midwestmultisportraces.com

08/12

5430 Long Course Triathlon; 6:30 AM; Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, CO; 5430sports.com; 303-4420041; $$

Harvest Moon Long Course Duathlon and Triathlon; 7:00 AM; Aurora Reservoir, Aurora, CO; racingunderground.com; 303-642-7917; $$

09/16

Tri IT in Dolores; 9:00 AM; Joe Rowell Park, Dolores, CO; brendaksmith@remax.net; 970-5652000 ext 23; $$

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estled in the foothills west of Fort Collins is Horsetooth Mountain Park. Horsetooth Rock, a famous landmark visible from I-25, is the high point of this park. According to Native American legend, this rock is what remains of the heart of the Great Red Warrior slain by the Great Black Warrior in a ferocious battle. Within Horsetooth Mountain Park, there are 29 miles of trails that connect with many more trails in Lory State Park and with the trails in the Soderberg Open Space Park. The main trail coming from the Soderberg Open Space Park is the Blue Sky Trail, a new trail that connects Fort Collins to Loveland. This trail traverses through 4,000 acres of protected foothills open space and may be one of the nicest trails in all of Fort Collins. The land acquisitions that allowed this trail to become a reality took over seven years. The park is named after the Soderberg family who homesteaded in the area in the early 1900s. Starting from the Soderberg trailhead, the Inlet Bay trail skirts through a campground on the edge of Horsetooth Reservoir. After a mile, this trail turns into the Blue Sky Trail. This single track trail meanders up a valley through scrub oak and rock out croppings. After two miles of gradual climbing, the trail crests and the valley opens up below. Due to the non-technical nature of the trail, this is the best section to really let loose. Four miles from the start, there is a turn off at the Rim Rock Trail. This trail climbs up over the ridge and then drops down into the Coyote Ridge Natural Area. For a good medium long run of 16 miles, run down to the trailhead and then head back to the Soderberg Open Space. If you are interested in a longer run, continue straight on the Blue Sky Trail into the Devil’s Backbone Open Space Park. After, traveling through the Laughing Horse Loop, the Hunter Loop and the Wild Iris Loop, the Devil’s Backbone trailhead will soon come into site. Grab some fresh water at the fountain and then head back to your car at the Soderberg trailhead. This run will total about 20 miles. For those looking for a great ultramarathon training run, park at the Devil’s Backbone trailhead and run north through the Soderberg Open Space to the Lory State Park Visitor’s Center and back for a 30 mile run. T h e Blue Sky trail is closed sunset to sunrise. Dogs are not allowed in the Rimrock or Coyote Ridge Natural Area. There is a $6 day use fee at all the trailheads.

RICT 2007 VAIL REC DIST IN TA T E VA VA IL M O U N S IE__ IN__G__S__ER N__ N U R __ IL __ A R T __ __ __________

JUNE 2

10K SPRING RUN OFF * & 5K MUD RUN*

JUNE 24 TEVA 10K @ 10,000 FEET JULY 8

TEVA VAIL HILLCLIMB

JULY 22

TEVA VAIL HALFMARATHON

AUG 12

TEVA BERRY PICKER

AUG 25

BEAVER CREEK VERTICAL ASCENT*

SEPT 9

TEVA EVERGOLD * Not a series event.

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Getting There:

There are three main trailhead parking areas that can be used to reach this fabulous open space trail. In Fort Collins, travel west on Harmony for 13 miles. After seven miles, the road will change names to County Road 38E. Turn right onto Shoreline Drive and follow this to the Soderberg trailhead on the left. In Loveland, take Highway 34 to mile marker #88. Turn north onto Hidden Valley Drive. The Devil’s Backbone trailhead will be on the left. The Coyote Ridge trailhead is located halfway between Loveland and Fort Collins. In Fort Collins, travel south on Taft Hill from Harmony for four miles and from Loveland, travel north on Wilson for five miles. The trailhead is on the west side of the road. July/August 2007

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A Runner Debate You Might be a Runner if: by Mark F. Fraser

c Johan Ovefelt & Petteri Pohjalainen

Everybody knows Jeff Foxworthy and his redneck jokes. Well, there might be a few rednecks out there who can relate to him, but my guess is that readers of this fine magazine know about runners. So, you might be a runner if: • Someone yells, “Run, Forrest, run!” and you consider it a compliment. • You take off your running shoes, and your dog throws up. • You think the Tour de France is for sissies because they get to sit down. • Boston is a marathon, not a city. • In a marathon, you have had fear of communal Vaseline. • You know the anatomy of a knee joint better

than a third year med school student. • You complain during an early morning long run that you were out partying until 10 p.m. • You think the four major food groups are GU, PowerBars, Gatorade, and pasta. • You would rather qualify for Boston than win the lottery. • You consider black toenails a badge of honor. • You have ever used a glide stick for butt chafe. • Goodwill declines your old running shoes. • You can name every flavor of HammerGel. • You ever used old running shoes to keep rats out of the attic. • The cumulative size of all your blisters is larger than some states. • You know how to spell plantar fasciitis. • You ever got into an argument over the best tasting Gatorade flavor. • Your speed dial’s top three listings are your masseuse, podiatrist, and running store. • You look forward to turning 40 or 45 or 50. • After a marathon, you first discover how bad your nipple chafe is when you step into the shower. • You built a room addition just to store your race t-shirts. • You worship “Pre.” • You despise Rosie Ruiz. • You ever wore a marathon finisher’s medal to work. • You think the smell of your socks is an aphrodisiac. • You ever sped up at the end of a race because you did not want that fat person running next to you in your race photo. • You will run 26 miles at the drop of a hat but insist on a parking spot up front because you

do not need the exercise. • You will change clothes beside your car, but are embarrassed when your friends mention your running achievements. • You know the proper public defecation protocol. • At a 5K, you see someone wearing the race tee with their number pinned on the back and think, “rookie.” • You consider Kenya as holy ground. • You base your mileage for your Saturday morning run on the number of beers consumed on Friday night. • You know the exact number of marathons you have run but cannot remember how long you have been married. And you might be an ultra-runner if: • A race has a 50K and 50 miler—and you refer to the 50K as the kiddie’s race. • You have ever seen two sunrises during the same race. • You consider your headlamp a fashion accessory. • You believe anything less than ten miles is just a warm-up run.

And finally, you might be a runner if you anxiously wait for the mailman at the beginning of each month to deliver your copy of Colorado Runner.

You Might be a Non-Runner if: by Mike Vance I know Jeff Foxworthy. Jeff Foxworthy is a friend of mine. And you, sir… Sorry, I had a flashback to an old presidential debate. Sometimes late at night, I bolt upright in bed having dreamt that I just had a photo-op in an Abrams tank wearing a vastly oversized helmet. I’m pretty sure I have Post Traumatic Mock U.N. Syndrome. What I meant to say is that his signature format has been parodied so many times, what’s one more going to hurt? So with that in mind… Sorry, Jeff. You Might be a Non-Runner if: • On any given day, your best chance to break a sweat is while eating a jalapeno burger. • You think smelly running shoes are just that: smelly • GU is what you have to wipe out of your dog’s eyes. • The term “nipple chafe” makes you laugh 54

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every darn time. • You’ve had the same pair of athletic shoes since Madonna was considered “hot.” • You can’t name a single Kenyan, except that guy who played for the Nuggets. • Your idea of a personal record was scarfing down 64 hot wings. • You’re pretty sure Jim Fixx had a home improvement show in the 70s. • You’ve ever sent your dogs to the park in a taxi. • The only times you’ve ever seen five a.m. were when you were either going fishing or you woke up on your lawn. • To you, the term “Power Bar” is where you bought your boss that Apple Martini. And just for the record, it didn’t help you get promoted. • You thought a pedometer measures how many times your kids go to the doctor. • You pay for t-shirts. • You think couch potato doesn’t describe you

as much as it does the random fries you find under the cushions. • The only laps you’ve done recently required a twenty dollar tip. • You’ve gotten winded using the office copier. • You once shared a cab with Rosie Ruiz. • The only way you’d drink Gatorade is if they added XTreme hops and barley. • The closest you ever came to carbo-loading was finishing your date’s bread pudding. • You never read this column. I mean, hey, it is in a RUNNING magazine.

And finally, you might be a non-runner if the only thing 26 miles makes you think about is three dollar a gallon gas.

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