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D E P ARTM E NTS 4 EDITOR’S NOTE 6 LETTERS 10 MAKING TRACKs

U.S. women take gold at the World Mountain Running Trophy; Karl Meltzer’s comefrom-behind strategy wins him another Wasatch Front 100 title; neophyte runner Laurie McGrath takes the Canadian ultrarunning scene by storm; 2006 Trail Runner Trophy Series Champions announced.

16 ADVENTURE

Alaska Mountain Crusher.

Running the Chugach Front’s highest peaks in a day.

By Joe Stock

19 Take Your Mark 20 Nutrition

Meals That Mend. Eat yourself to better performance and improved recovery.

By Shawn TalbotT

22 ASK THE COACH

Battling poisonous weeds.

Do glucosamine supplements work? Training in the wind.

23 Last Gasp

Without a Trace. What do snowshoeing, running and the disappearance of the Anasazi have in common?

By Bernie Boettcher

24 Training

The mind is a terrible thing to waste. Use your head to improve performance.

By Kevin Ludlum

34 The Naked Guy Anton Krupicka jumps into the ultra spotlight with a surprise win at Leadville, and shares his compelling philosophies on running and life.

By Elinor Fish Photos by Brian Bailey

26 Southwestern sortie Northern New Mexico offers varied trails, a vibrant running scene and a heavy dose of mystique.

By Lindsay Yaw Photos by David Clifford

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43 2007 Race Calendar

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THIS PAGE: Anton Krupicka, winner of the 2006 Leadville 100-miler, takes a break from his insane training regimen that includes 170- to 200-mile weeks.

PHOTO BY BRIAN BAILEY COVER: Lindsay Yaw threading the aspens, Windsor Trail, New Mexico.

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by michael benge

Child’s Play A new look at old ground ad, can we go on a trail run?”

I thought I was hearing things, and I’m still not sure where Roy’s interest came from. Both Roy, who is 10, and his brother, Teddy, 13, usually prefer sports aided by gravity, e.g. ski and downhill bike racing. They also play soccer, but do nothing but whine when the coach makes them run laps.

Teddy piped up, asking to come along. The boys hurriedly donned huge soccer shorts, and I gave Roy, who likes to be official, a wicking Tshirt: it draped him like a frock, but he was happy. They laced up their trail shoes, worn previously only as aroundthe-town beaters.

We bolted out the door for our backyard trails, on which I’ve run countless hours, trails that the boys have always biked or—grudgingly—hiked.

I let them lead the way and, seeing their thin bodies plugging along, was infused with a rush of new zest. I was excited to

show them “my” sport, something they could do the rest of their lives. Teddy, being older and stronger, was patient (mostly), trotting slowly out front, while Roy, the short sleeves of my shirt reaching halfway down his forearms, had to run steadily. At one point, Teddy offered a bit of advice on running posture to his brother, who quickly told him to shut up.

Otherwise, it was refreshing to see the playful approach of kids—they’d spin a 360 off a rock, leap over a log on the side of the trail, jump up to tag an overhanging pine bough.

“Try to find a pace you can maintain,” I cautioned on the first steep hill. “Stand up straight and look ahead to anticipate the rocks and obstacles.”

We hit the sage flats, sharply fragrant after an afternoon rain shower, then plowed up the sharp curves and banks of their favorite bike descent, Roller Coaster.

We took the long way down on the meandering, rolling Skeeter’s Ridge, and around

Kilimanjaro

through hundreds of years old piñon and juniper trees on the Bogus Trail.

“You get to see more than when you’re biking,” said Roy, as we stopped to inspect fresh deer tracks in the red dirt.

All of us today are bombarded by technology. The boys have grown up on it.

Trail running is uncomplicated. If you own just a pair of running shoes, you can be a trail runner.

On this inaugural outing, I didn’t think it would be a great idea to run them into the ground. We paused here and there to rest and spent 10 minutes at the top, on Mushroom Rock, looking out over town and picking out buildings, peaks and other landmarks.

This time last October, the three of us had run a local road race that benefits the town soccer program. As we headed home, I asked Roy if he’d like to run it again. It seemed like a slam dunk now.

“Nah, that’s on roads,” he said. “I’m not into road running any more.” <

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Piriformis Dispute I had piriformis syndrome [see Trail Rx, No. 41, September 2006] for about a year and a half, until it was cured after two treatments by a chiropractic colleague.

Since then, I have treated many of my own chiropractic patients for piriformis syndrome, with excellent success. So I’m disputing some of the recommendations in the article, based on my 34-plus years of trail running and 23-plus years of chiropractic doctoring.

Drugs and surgery (to remove the muscle!) are not safe (plus 17,000 U.S. deaths/year are attributed to ibuprofen and its relatives), nor are they the best treatments. Chiropractic is the safest and most effective treatment, especially when it includes certain stretching, massage, physiotherapy and nutritional interventions. Acupuncture may also be needed.

(If your chiropractor is unfamiliar with the piriformis protocol, have him/her call me at 530-878-1901.)

The central attachment of the piriformis is not to the rear of the pelvic bone, but to the frontal surface of the sacrum.

Chiropractic is effective because it changes the mechanics within which the piriformis muscle functions, and alters the neurological reflexes from the sacroiliac joint to the muscle.

You do not have to quit running, but may have to give up running on consecutive days warm up better, shorten

your stride and walk and stretch for 20 minutes afterward.

The advice to stop stretching if it hurts is backward. You have to find the position that makes the painful muscle hurt the worst, and then stretch it to the point of mild discomfort. Ice and ultrasound are relatively ineffective on piriformis syndrome because the piriformis lies so deep from the surface of the skin.

The soft sitting surfaces that were recommended for easing piriformis syndrome will actually make it worse by bulging up past the sit-down bones to put pressure on the piriformis. Hip-pocket wallets have a similar effect. Sitting and lying on relatively hard surfaces usually helps.

Although piriformis syndrome frequently hurts worse on an uphill, downhills with bad footing are the most injurious.

Piriformis syndrome isn’t difficult to differentiate from a spinal disc bulge or blowout.

The big problem in piriformis diagnosis is that there are four other smaller muscles in the buttock that do similar functions and produce similar symptoms.

Gordy Ainsleigh Meadow Vista, California P.S. I don’t think you should call Darcy Africa “wicked” [Cover, No. 41] just because she’s an ego death threat to every macho dude that toes the line with her.

Rather, say that she has found a virtuous role in a righteous cause. If I had enough money, I would put on mountain races in the Islamic world and fly Darcy Africa and Nikki Kimball over there to acquaint Muslim men with what it feels like to take a beating from a woman.

Strong Statement When I see Trail Runner in the mail, my reaction is, “Oh, good!” Your magazine provides news, advice and encouragement for one of my core activities.

The November issue’s [No. 42] Faces column on Kristin Armstrong is an example. The story is inspiring, and Armstrong’s statement, “Trail running takes the spiritual essence of running to a new level,” echoes my sentiment and I’ve been running trails since before we had trail shoes. Finally, Armstrong’s use of running to help her get through a painful period of life bears striking resemblance to a friend’s use of training for the Pikes Peak

Ascent to recover from sexual assault and the trial that followed. The article is also a good read for another running friend who was recently divorced.

Steve Fuhrmann Monument, Colorado

Strong Arming I gave up reading Runners World and subscribed to your magazine in part because of RW’s incessant re-telling of Kristin Armstrong’s continuing soap opera after she was done wrong by old Lance. Each new race, another story, another tear-jerker triumph. Now it seems she’s branching into trails and ripe pickin’s for your magazine.

Give it a rest. I feel like I’m being stalked by this woman.

Dave Swenson Ames, Iowa

What’s in an Acronym?

I had the luck of stumbling upon your magazine last night. Not only was I excited to find an entire magazine devoted to trail running, but the cover blurb about healing connective tissue caught my eye.

The article on ASTYM [TrailRX, No. 42, November 2006] was great and inspired me to look into the procedure.

I’m an athlete but have been dealing with fibromyalgia for the past seven years.

I’ve had surgery on both my knees (at the same time!), with scar tissue being removed from both. Back when I was going to physical therapy, the persistent tendinitis and bursitis that popped up all over my body was very puzzling for my PT and doctor. I’ve since exchanged the PT for Tai Chi, and had much success. Still, handling the persistent tendinitis in multiple joints, as well as very tight muscles, has been challenging.

I am doing better now, and training for my first marathon, here in Seattle next month. I can still feel lots of crackles and crinkles of scar tissue along many tendons. I am very interested in seeing if ASTYM might help. Perhaps some day I’ll be writing to share the story my miraculous recovery from fibromyalgia and persistent pain/tendinitis and adventures running longer, trail races.

Sarah Zurat Seattle, Washington

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The U.S. Women’s Mountain Running team and staff, (left to right) Rich Bolt, Chris Lundy, Lisa Goldsmith, Rachael Dobbs, Nicole Hunt, Ellen Miller, Dave Dunham, Nancy Hobbs, won the World Mountain Running Trophy for the first time in the the event’s 22-year history.

MOUNTAIN QUEENS >> U.S. women win Gold at World Mountain Running Trophy WORLD MOUNTAIN RUNNING TROPHY BURSA, TURKEY SEPTEMBER 10, 2006

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he U.S. Teva Mountain Running women’s team claimed gold at the World Mountain Running Trophy (WMRT) in Turkey last September.

The U.S. women, whose previous best was bronze in 2004, scored 35 points, squeaking ahead of mountain-running titans Czech Republic, 37 points, and Italy, 39 points (the position of each team’s top three placers are added together to calculate team scores).

The Turkish people welcomed almost 400 athletes from around the world with warmth and hospitality. This year’s 5.2-mile course was entirely uphill, ascending 3000 feet up Uludag ski resort’s Mount Olimpos, situated 11 miles south of the ancient mosque-filled city of Bursa.

Nicole Hunt, 36, of Deer Lodge, Montana, led the women’s squad to victory with a ninth-place finish in 50:13. For Hunt, a sub 33-minute 10K runner who had never before raced on trails, the course’s increasing steepness and rutted, rocky footing worked

the experienced road racer, who at one point bashed her head into a low-hanging branch, resulting in a large goose egg. “In road racing, my entire body becomes fatigued but in this race, my calves and hamstrings were screaming for relief,” says Hunt.

Closely following Hunt was Rachael Dobbs, 24, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, in 10th place (50:24), while Chris Lundy, 36, of Sausalito, California, improved on her 18th place at last year’s Trophy race in Wellington, New Zealand, finishing in 16th (51:13).

Andrea Mayr of Austria, the pre-race favorite, blasted ahead of the field of 83 runners early on, building her lead over the course’s punishing second half to finish in 47:11 for the overall win. Her team finished fifth with 62 points.

Team veteran Lisa Goldsmith, 41, of Nederland, Colorado, whose first WMRT experience was with the fledgling 1997 U.S. team, was 30th in 53:22. “In 1997 when we competed in Upice, Czech Republic, I was the top American finisher in 41st place, and we were ninth as a team,” says Goldsmith.

“To come back nine years later and win team gold is almost unfathomable.”

First held in 1985 in San Vagilio, Italy, the WMRT is mountain running’s world championships, though called a World Trophy because it is only “patronized” by

the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF). This year’s record of 36 participant countries from five continents reflects the sport’s increasing popularity and brings the WMRT closer to IAAF’s criteria for official world-championship status.

Usually held in the United Kingdom and Europe, the WMRT has typically been dominated by teams from those countries.

“Europeans take mountain running seriously and are disciplined in training specifically for this kind of demanding race,” says Goldsmith.

This year’s team had more depth than in years past. New members Hunt and Dobbs brought international-caliber road and track speed to the team, but looked up to the veterans Lundy and Goldsmith for guidance in handling technical terrain, race preparation and mental strategies.

In men’s event, the East African country of Eritrea ended Italy’s 22-year winning streak, taking gold with 37 points to Italy’s 44. Host country Turkey won bronze with 62 points.

The U.S. men have continued to inch their way toward the podium, moving up from eighth place in 2004 to sixth in 2005.

This year’s team, lead by five-time member Simon Gutierrez, 40, of Alamosa, Colorado, tallied its best (lowest) point total ever, 113, placing fifth among 26 teams. Gutierrez, fresh off a victory at the Masters World Trophy in Switzerland, finished 10th (59:21), followed closely by Eric Blake, 27, of New Britain, Connecticut, in 11th (59:28) over a 7.5-mile course ascending 4300 feet. Team newcomer Ricky Gates, 25, of Boulder, Colorado, placed 25th in 1:01:08 and Paul Low, 32, of Belchertown, Massachusetts, finished 67th (1:05:17) in his seventh trip to the WMRT. In the individual standings, Colombian Rolando Ortiz unseated five-time champion Jonathan Wyatt of New Zealand in a spectacular sprint finish, claiming victory in 56:16, six seconds ahead of Wyatt, who had suffered dog bites from an attack two days earlier while previewing the course.

The junior men also had their best showing ever, placing eighth among 20 countries.

Nineteen-year-old Andrew Benford, a freshman at the University of Richmond, took 12th place in 46:36 over the 5.2-mile course, the best ever by a U.S. junior. Zach Rivers, 16, of Rochester, New York, was 43rd in 51:36 and Rory Egelus, 19, of Palmer, Arkansas, was 47th in 51:44 in his fourth time as a U.S. junior team member.

For full senior and junior team results, visit: www.wmrt2006.org.

Courtesy American Trail Running Association

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FAMILY AFFAIR Beginner trail runner and mother of five, Laurie McGrath shoots to the top of Canada’s ultra scene

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aurie McGrath inadvertently ran her first ultra, a 50K race near her home in Baden, Ontario, a mere four months after taking up trail running.

She originally went to the Horror Hill Six-Hour Ultra in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario, to pace her father. Planning to run with him for the first couple of hours, then eat burgers at the aid station, McGrath instead kept running, finishing third in her age category.

Six months later, McGrath, impulsively entered the Sulphur Springs 100-miler in Ancaster, Ontario, where she surprised everyone as well as herself, placing second woman in 26:57:00. By the close of her first year as a runner, McGrath claimed the 2004 Ontario Ultra Series (OUS) Championship title and third in the Trail Runner Trophy Series’ ultramarathon category. Just two years later, McGrath returned to the Sulphur Springs event to claim second place overall, improving her finishing time by seven hours and placing just ahead of Canadian ultrarunning legend Monica Scholz, 39, of Jerseyville, Ontario.

Despite a hectic schedule revolving around care of her four young boys, aged four to 10 years, and two-year-old daughter, McGrath, 35, took up trail running to manage her stress and fill “spare time” after leaving an elementary-school teaching career.

Before long, McGrath’s running and ultramarathon racing became a family affair, with her father as coach, mother as support crew and husband and kids as personal cheering section.

The Association of Canadian Ultrarunners named McGrath the 2005 female Ultra Runner of the Year for successfully defending her OUS title and winning the Canadian Ultra Series. Her unprecedented success racked up enough points to be the first woman in the OUS’s 13-year history to top the overall standings, a feat she repeated on 2006.

Now a Canadian national team member, McGrath is logging miles in preparation for the World 24-hour Championships in Drummondville, Quebec, and the World 100K Championships Holland next September.

Q&A What got you into trail running?

My father, Ron Gehl, is a well-respected ultrarunner and six-time winner of the Ontario Ultra Series, but a back injury in 2003 left him napping on the couch instead of running. When he was healed but relatively unfit, I saw a perfect opportunity to try running with him. He patiently jogged with me, happy I gave him an excuse to get off the couch.

What do enjoy most about trail running?

My dad and I have developed a very close relationship because we train together every day. He motivates and coaches me, and has such a wonderful sense of humor that I cannot help but share his enjoyment of trail running.

Plus, it gets me out in nature, which I find stress reducing.

How did you complete your first 100mile race with so little training under your belt?

At that time, I was only running about nine miles three times a week, with a 12-mile run on Sundays. When I entered the Sulphur Springs race, I originally signed up for the 50-miler, but switched it to the 100-mile three weeks out. I was worried about finishing and running at night, so I added two 12-mile runs per week and ran laps of the 20.1-kilometer race course at night.

Last February at the 24-Hour World Challenge in Taiwan you placed 26th.

How did you prepare?

I increased to twice-daily runs, logging a total of 108 miles per week, all on trails.

Trails are best for my body because rolling terrain uses different muscles groups rather than overloading one muscle group. I hit the trails regardless of the weather—rain, snowstorms or blazing sun.

Laurie McGrath balances her time between ultramarathons and motherhood.

Does being a mother make it harder or easier to also be an ultrarunner?

In fall 2004 I traveled overseas to adopt my baby daughter and thought that with a baby in the house my running days were over. But that wasn’t the case. Instead, having children causes a shift in lifestyle that forces you to have excellent timemanagement and goal-setting skills.

How do you find time to train?

I often train early in the morning before all the children are awake and chaos ensues.

I have a very supportive husband, Rob McGrath, and my mom, Barb Gehl, often takes the children on morning outings while I train with my dad.

How does your running impact the kids?

I offer a positive role model to my children regarding healthy lifestyles, exercise and good nutrition. I don’t always place in races, but this shows that the enjoyment of running supercedes winning.

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THE RABBIT AND THE HARE >> Meltzer outlasts early surge, streaks to another Wasatch Front 100 win WASATCH FRONT 100 MILE ENDURANCE RUN

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arl Meltzer is no tortoise. In fact, he has owned mountain 100-mile races since the late 1990s, having claimed a trunk-full of victories from Idaho (The Bear 100) to Colorado (Hardrock 100). At Utah’s Wasatch Front 100, held on a course that climbs over 25,000 vertical feet in the jagged relief above Salt Lake City, Meltzer, 38, had claimed five wins and two second-place finishes coming into the 2006 event.

Five hours into the race and on pace to beat his previous Wasatch course record, Meltzer sensed that he was in prime position to win again—even though he was running 10 minutes behind Jim Huffman, a 38-year old local.

In 2005, Huffman had led the event through the 75-mile mark before Meltzer caught him. Huffman subsequently trained all year, hoping to slay the proverbial Wasatch Goliath. By the Big Mountain Aid

Station (mile 39), he held an 18-minute lead over Meltzer.

Says Meltzer, “I figured if he holds that kind of effort all the way, more power to him, but I knew it wouldn’t last. The rabbit rarely wins.”

Just a few minutes from Big Mountain, Huffman began to vomit uncontrollably. “I felt like somebody put an air hose in my stomach,” he says, describing the immense bloating he experienced. Huffman had suffered a little “system disruption” earlier in the race and took several Imodium ADs to address it. “I didn’t realize that they basically shut down your whole digestive tract.” He had to purge, which led to dehydration.

Eight miles later, at Alexander Ridge, Huffman paused to regroup and Meltzer passed him. Huffman eventually left the station after—34 minutes there—and walked five miles to the Lamb’s Canyon Aid Station (mile 53). By that time, Meltzer led the field by 25 minutes—a lead he would not relinquish on his way to another Wasatch win in 21:18:58.

With encouragement from his crew, Huffman regained control of his stomach and thundered through the course’s final 47 miles. His finishing time, 82 minutes behind

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Jim Huffman rabbitted the Wasatch Front 100 until severe stomach problems forced him back to finish second behind six-time winner Karl Meltzer.

Meltzer after suffering such a melt-down, gives him cause for optimism in 2007. “I’ll be out there again,” he says.

Not far behind the men’s top runners, the women’s leader, Beverly Anderson-Abbs, appeared to be on her way to a podium finish. Anderson-Abbs, 42, who this year had placed second at the Western States 100 and set a course record in the Vermont 100, demonstrated her trademark focused style and pushed swiftly through several early aid stations, well aware that a lot of competitive talent trailed not far behind.

Indeed, Betsy Nye, a 41-year-old from Truckee, California, and winner of the 2003 Wasatch, was lurking, but kept a very patient pace. In fact, Nye—who finished second at the 2006 Hardrock 100 and sixth at the Western States 100—says, “I had serious knee and stomach pain, but I kept going very slowly. I had no expectations.”

Nye caught and passed Anderson-Abbs in the strangest of places. At Brighton Aid Station (mile 75), the ski lodge was replete with a buffet of warm food, a nap room and the course’s cleanest rest rooms. Says Nye, “I saw Bev in the rest room and I gave her a pat on the back and said, ‘You can do it.’”

Despite Nye’s encouragement, Anderson-Abbs was not able to catch her, and Nye endured for the win. She finished in 26:20:02, even though she admits, “I was always looking over my shoulder.”

Anderson-Abbs finished fifth. Suzanna Bon, 42, from Sonoma, California, rallied to place second, 28 minutes behind Nye. Hours later, after the last runner, 55-yearold Carl Hunt, completed the Wasatch Front 100 just five minutes under the 36-hour cutoff, the awards ceremony took place in an idyllic, grassy mountain park.

The Wasatch 100 is the culminating race in the annual Grand Slam of Ultrarunning, in which trail runners must finish each of the country’s four oldest 100-mile races—Western State 100, Vermont 100, Leadville Trail 100, and Wasatch. This year’s class began in June with 29 starry-eyed dreamers and dwindled to 11 by the Wasatch awards. Of them, Darcy Africa (see feature, Trail Runner, no. 42), the sole female, proved the most swift-footed, with a cumulative time of 91:39. Joe Kulak holds the Grand Slam record in 75:07:00, which he set in 2003, and Ann Trason has had the women’s record since 1998 with a time of 79:23:21.

For complete results, visit www.wasatch 100.com —Garett Graubins

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OFF-ROADERS RAGE >> Trail Runner announces 2006 trophy Series winners

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rail running’s popularity has steadily increased in recent years, and now boasts a whopping 40.4 million participants, reports the Outdoor Industry Foundation. To celebrate this trend, the annual Trail Runner Trophy Series, the country’s largest off-road race series, rewards the sport’s most prolific and successful participants.

This summer’s seven-month series included 107 races ranging from five kilometers to 100 miles and saw around 20,000 dirt-loving runners tally points in their quest for trail-running greatness.

In the Marathon and Shorter category, Hugh Davis, 42, from Tell City, Indiana, took the lead back in May, holding on for the remainder of the season to finish first with 518.5 points. Second overall was Brian Beckort, 33 years old, also of Tell City, Indiana, with 401.9 points. Adam Blum, 42, from Los Gatos, California, ran the most Trophy Series events in 2006,

with 18 finishes earning him 334.3 points for third spot.

Two women from Laramie, Wyoming topped the women’s field in the Marathon and Shorter category. Annette Van Baalen, 38, was first with 351.3 points, with Gail Leedy in second (231.8 points). Rounding out the field was last year’s overall winner, Tania Pacev, 47, of Littleton, Colorado, with 209.6 points.

In the women’s Ultramarathon category, Van Phan, 35, of Maple Valley, Washington, participated in 14 races, earning 1462.2 points, far ahead of second-place winner Tracy Thomas, 45, of Champaign, Illinois, with 901.8 points. Third was Western Sates 100 Mile Endurance Run champion Nikki Kimball, 35, of Bozeman, Montana, with 772 points.

Only a dozen points separated the top three point-earners in the men’s Ultramarathon category. Graham Cooper, 36, of Oakland, California, came in first with 574 points due largely to a victory at the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run. Second was last year’s ultra champion, Eric Grossman, 38,

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adventure

by JOE STOCK

Backyard bonus: The author and Trond Jensen romping through snow on their Chugach linkup.

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his doesn’t seem like South Suicide,” I said. “We might be lost.”

“That’s not good,” said Trond

in his Norwegian accent. He was only 50 feet away, but invisible in the fog.

“The gully we want is next to a rock wall,” I said. When I yodeled into the

murk, no wall bounced an echo. My watch showed 6:05 a.m. We’d been running almost two hours without tagging a single summit of the dozen we had slated. Our desire from years of training and research slammed against the fog-induced frustration.

» photos by MATT HAGE

alaska

MOUNTAIN CRUSHER running the chugach front’s highest peaks in a day

THE LAST FRONTIER Passing through Anchorage on any Alaskan wilderness adventure, you’ll see the Chugach Mountains (aka the Chugach Front) rising like a barrier to the last frontier. At the city’s edge, houses give way to dense alder bushes. At 2000 feet, hard tundra and wind-thrashed hemlock take over. Higher still, toward the mountaintops, tundra fades into greywacke boulders, snow and then just sky. Beyond that skyline, mountains stretch uninterrupted through Canada and into the lower 48.

My wife, Cathy, and I climbed several Chugach Front summits, but she demolished her knee and I was marooned without my adventure partner. Staying closer to home, I began running alone after work in an adrenaline-induced dream state through the Chugach Front, often returning home in 1 a.m. twilight. By September, I’d tagged all 35 named summits in the Chugach Front, but I still craved a final challenge. I just hadn’t dreamed it up yet.

Then last winter, I met Trond Jensen at the Scandinavian Peaks hut deep in the central Chugach Mountains. While a blizzard raged outside, I discovered that Trond’s Norwegian blood kept him one of Anchorage’s top Nordic skiers, even at 46. When the snow melts, he applies his granite-solid endurance to mountain running. I also learned that topping his tick list was snagging the first one-day linkup of the Chugach Front’s 12 summits over 5000 feet. “That sounds like fun!” I said.

“Then come along,” Trond said.

“Yeah, but there’s no way I could keep up.” I imagined myself limping along behind

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a d ve n t u re « Surviving the Chugach Front Trond and his burly mountain-running contingent.

Over the next two years, I realized that while many Anchorage athletes could physically complete the 33-mile, 20,000-vertical-foot Chugach Front linkup, few knew how. Only Shawn Lyons of Anchorage had pieced together a route. In 1990, he pulled off the linkup in 34 hours. Trond and I pooled our knowledge and developed a route similar to Shawn’s, except we wanted to do it 10 hours faster.

GAME ON At 4 a.m. on July 9, Trond and I left the Rabbit Creek trailhead, jogging with trekking poles and running packs and hoping for a break in the low cloud ceiling. We planned on running from the south end of the Chugach Front at Rabbit Creek to the north end at Snowhawk, climbing the 12 highest peaks along the way. But at Rabbit Lake, five miles in, the infuriating fog encased us. We tried dead reckoning through the miasma, but ended up on the wrong side of South Suicide.

Trond and I regrouped and gambled, going around to the north. We dropped 500 feet and contoured on solid snow.

“Ahoo!” I yelled, and the sound reverberated in a rock-walled gully. “Here it is, Trond!”

We’d lost 45 minutes, but were back on track, climbing the gully and breaking above the clouds to tag South Suicide’s summit. An hour later we had traversed North Suicide and were descending a wet sheep trail above 200-foot cliffs—the linkup’s most technical section. The exposure reminded me of my former passion for alpine climbing and spurred me into moving faster, until I noticed Trond had dropped behind. Be patient, I told myself, Trond will be waiting for you on the last summit.

Past the technical ridge, we swam through fog up Avalanche Peak. On the summit ridge, the mist parted and our shadows cast onto the clouds below. A rainbow halo encircled our shadow’s head. Seeing the Specter of the Brocken (a rare optical phenomenon) always served me good luck.

Deep scree, an old pipeline road and a human foot trail led us to The Ramp, where Cathy and Andrew McCarthy met us with sandwiches and cheers. Trond and I traversed boulders at the angle of repose across to Hidden Peak, then climbed O’Malley Peak, the easiest and most popular 5000-footer.

We’d tagged six peaks in 10 hours, but six peaks lay ahead, followed by a bear-infested bushwhack to the road.

Easy running on hiker trails led to a

bears

The area is crawling with bears. Carry pepper mace on your running pack and make noise every two minutes (whistle, clap or yell).

moose

Dumb and three times bigger than a grizzly, moose can stomp you flat before you can yell, “Bullwinkle!”

Keep making noise whenever you’re below bushline.

weather

The Chugach Front is melted out enough to run from late May to late September. Although thunderstorms are rare, carry a rain shell for showers.

loose rock

The Chugach is made of greywacke, a sandstone famous for portable handholds. Slow down when running through rocks; they’re loose and sharp.

water

Macho Anchorage runners drink straight from the Chugach Front streams and lakes. Whether you purify or drink straight, you’ll have no problem finding refill water.

Linking Up the Chugach Front (between Ship Creek and Indian Creek)

South Suicide Peak > 5005 ft north Suicide Peak > 5065 ft avalanche Mountain > 5050 ft The ramp

> 5240 ft

Hidden Peak

> 5105 ft

O’Malley Peak

> 5150 ft

Mount Williwaw

> 5445 ft

Koktoya Peak

> 5148 ft

East Tanaina Peak

> 5358 ft

West Tanaina Peak

> 5200 ft

Tikishla Peak

> 5230 ft

Temptation Peak

> 5383 ft

Don’t even try to keep your feet dry.

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Classic Runs in the Chugach Front (you’ll need an anchorage map and a car for these.)

glenn alps to Powerline Pass > Drive east (toward the mountains) on O’Malley road until you see the brown signs to the Glenn alps trailhead.

Powerline Pass is 12 miles round trip and 1100 vertical feet through towering peaks and alpine lakes.

Prospect Heights to Wolverine Peak > also out O’Malley road is the Prospect Heights trailhead with many groomed running trails. Follow the signs to Wolverine Peak for a 10-mile run with 3400 feet of elevation gain.

rabbit creek to rabbit lake > From south anchorage, head up Deamoun road, then to the end of Canyon road. rabbit Lake is five miles one way with 1300 feet of elevation gain. you’ll end at a 32.5 degree F skinny-dipping lake surrounded by alpine tundra.

Poles mitigated the knee pounding from the Chugach’s punishing slopes.

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The Chugach Mountains are visible from Anchorage, and offer trail runners a plethora of alpine options within easy reach.

snow couloir up Mount Williwaw—the Chugach Front’s highest summit at 5445 feet. From there, we followed a wide sheep trail along a gendarmed ridge to Koktoya. East Tanaina, West Tanaina and Tikishla passed in a blur of torrential rain, boulders and ibuprofen.

When we reached Snowhawk Valley below Temptation Peak—the 12th and last summit—our knees felt like rebar with sandpaper hinges, yet our energy levels remained high. Trond was even getting stronger. I sucked down two caffeinated gels, loaded my water bladder with Cytomax and started up the final 2000 feet. Below the summit we dropped our packs by a glowing turquoise lake. I followed Trond step for step to arrive at the summit at midnight.

Trond took a photo and we headed down.

A hundred feet below a pang of hunger hit my stomach as if I was digesting an angry starfish. My head erupted with sweat. “Hey, Trond. Is that lake down there flashing or am I seeing things?” I said.

“No flashing,” Trond said, his accent stronger with exhaustion.

“Everything is blurry except for that flashing

lake,” I said. I’d never bonked before, and the visuals fascinated me.

“We’ll be down to the packs in a few minutes.” Trond said, as if hallucinating partners were normal. Back at the packs, I inhaled 600 calories and the visuals vanished. I followed Trond in a shivering daze for the next three hours as he plowed through neck-deep grass, all the while yelling, “Hey, bear!” We ran the last half mile of gravel road, chatting and wondering how we’d function at work in five hours. The time was 3:21 a.m. We’d pulled off the first traverse in 23 hours and 18 minutes.

Our friends Matt Hage and Agnes Stowe met us at the Snowhawk parking lot with quizzical smiles.

“How was it?” Matt said, as if he expected us to be crawling.

“Good. Yeah, good.” Trond said.

“I’m just glad it’s over,” I said, smiling.

“The real adventure was figuring out the linkup,” said Trond. “Today was just the summit.” Now our obsessive mentalities could move on to new adventures. We knew that just beyond the Chugach Front is the Western Chugach, where 21 peaks rise above 7000 feet. n

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Take your mark

by elinor fish

Post-holiday highlights Kick-start the new year with your choice of off-road races

» photo by Tim holMstrom the COASTAL CHALLENGE costa rica February 2007 or 2008

Enter by January 3, 2007 for two chances to win one FREE entry to either the 2007 or 2008 race.

Enter to win at www.trailrunnermag.com Contest closes June 30, 2007. prize includes

ü Roundtrip shuttle to and from Juan Santamaria International Airport

ü One night at Best Western Irazu ü Pre-race reception ü Competitor swag-bag ü Daily catered meals ü Remote and exotic campsite locations ü Race support ü One night at Bolanos Bay Hotel ü Post-race dinner party

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(Winners are responsible for own flights to Costa Rica.)

The Coastal Challenge Costa Rica

Bridle Trails Winter Running Festival

Location ü San Jose, Costa Rica Date ü February 3-10, 2007 Race type ü 6-day stage race (solo or team) Distance ü 150 miles (230 km) Expedition or 75 miles (115 km) Adventure distance Terrain ü Jungle pathways, tropical forest trails, sandy beach crossings and dirt roads Information ü www.thecoastal challenge.com Why you should go ü This is one race the family won’t mind tagging along for. As runners spend each day pounding the dirt, spouses and kids can enjoy guided adventure tour packages including whitewater rafting, horseback riding, zip lining and hiking.

Now in its third year, The Coastal Challenge will take place in the country’s exotic northwest region. The six-day “Route of Fire” has individual racers and three-person teams run past active volcanoes, inland lakes, over windswept highlands and through tropical dry forests and hot, humid jungles filled with A runner explores the beauty of Costa Rica’s sandy beaches and tropical forests fragrant flora and screaming during the six-day Coastal Challenge stage race. howler monkeys.

Runners start at La Fortuna, Fourth Annual RIVER, Roots palmettos and slash pine. The course’s latter half follows moun- a town at the base of Arenal & Ruts Trail Run tain-bike trails that twist through Volcano. Expedition runners cover Location ü Alva, Florida fields of tall grass, cabbage palms between 19 and 30 miles daily, Date ü January 7, 2007 and gnarled Brazilian peppers. while Adventure runners travel Race type ü Trail run Caloosahatchee Regional Park roughly half the distance, finishDistance ü 5K, half marathon is home to feral creatures such ing at Bahia Salinas, a beachside (solo or relay) as deer, pigs, raccoons, bobcats, resort town.

Terrain ü Wide nature trails and Periodic checkpoints offer rabbits and gopher tortoises, not narrow, rooty, rutted singletrack to mention circling beady-eyed refreshments and competitors’ Information ü www.rrrtrail.com turkey vultures. You can credit personal items are transported Why you should go ü Spend the the ankle-twisting ruts to local to each night’s camping locaday in one of Florida’s most hogs, which have an annoying tion. Runners spend afternoons beautiful and undiscovered parks, habit of digging and diverting resting weary feet, mingling with the Caloosahatchee Regional the pathway. competitors from around the Park in Alva, 15 miles east of Fort The most fleet-footed runners globe and feasting on a colorful Myers. The half marathon begins receive unique awards made array of Tico (Costa Rican) fare, with wide nature trails along the from large chunks of local tree including plantains, gallo pinto Caloosahatchee River, running root elegantly mounted on (rice and beans), ceviche (fish) through forests of river oaks, engraved plaques. and tarrillada (beefsteak).

Location ü Kirkland (Seattle), Washington Date ü January 13, 2007 Race type ü Trail run Distances ü 5.2 miles, 10.4 miles, 50K (solo, pairs or relay) Terrain ü Forest trails Information ü www.seattlerunningcompany.com/Events Why you should go ü The Festival began as an annual pilgrimage to Bridle Trails State Park in Seattle’s upscale suburb, Kirkland, where local runners trained for all-night races on the mud-steeped trails after nightfall.

Since taking over the event four years ago, the Seattle Running Company changed the festival’s format to include single, double and multiple-loop options on a well-worn five-mile stretch of trail. The course winds through dense forests of towering Pacific Northwest red cedar, big-leaf maple, alder and Douglas fir in Bridle Trails State Park, a 482-acre park encompassing 28 miles of horse and foot trails.

Expansive horse pastures buffer the park from the surrounding suburbia.

The Bridle Trails Winter Running Festival begins at 3 p.m., with events staggered 10 minutes apart to avoid congestion.

Runners pick their way over soggy ground that becomes a quagmire by race’s end, making the course less than ideal for setting a personal record. This bare-bones event’s $10 entry fee (per runner for any distance) doesn’t include a souvenir T-shirt or winners’ trophies, but it does entice otherwise hibernating runners out for an afternoon’s mud-bathed romp in the woods, including such Seattle-based trail-running legends as Scott Jurek. <

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t Nr Ua TRITI i l t e s Ot Ne d

by SHAWN TALBOTT, PhD

Meals That Mend .:

Recovery strategies to enhance performance and reduce injury

Some foods, such as anti-oxidant-rich berries, actually help repair damaged tissue.

I

n the realm of elite sport, scientists, coaches and athletes are aware that a hallmark of top-level athletic performance is an above-average ability to recover from intense workouts and competition. And understanding

how nutrition is linked to recovery is essential. For trail runners, full recovery after a big day pounding the dirt is often the difference between staying healthy and injury free or being stuck indoors due to illness or chronic pain.

The downside to a good workout An exhausting trail run can leave your body dehydrated, depleted of glycogen (carbohydrate) stores, overexposed to free radicals (leading to cellular damage) and cytokines (leading to inflammation) and suffering from tissue damage (mostly leg muscles and lungs). This “depletion” is what causes sore muscles, stiff tendons, creaky joints and low energy levels for a day or two following a hard effort. Studies from the Australian Institute of Sport and from Appalachian State University show that after a middle-distance race (five to 13 miles) as much as 70 percent of participants experience an upper-respiratory tract infection such as a cold, flu or sore throat due to temporary exercise-induced suppression of the immune system.

An ideal recovery strategy involves immediately replacing what your body lost during exercise through proper recovery nutrition.

Nutritional Recovery Triad Three aspects to optimal post-exercise recovery are hydration, glycogen replacement and “biochemical balance,” which involves reducing inflammation in joints and muscles, reversing oxidation, repairing tissue and restoring the immune system. Oxidation and inflammation are related chemical reactions that cause cellular damage, leading to problems such as fatigue, infections and muscle soreness.

Since it can be difficult to drink enough during long, intense sessions, assume your body is dehydrated post-run, and drink more than your thirst demands. Electrolyte beverages with a low sugar concentration are superior to water in the body’s ability to absorb and retain the fluid.

Despite the wide variety of bars, gels and beverages, the bottom line is to select something that tastes good and your stomach can tolerate. A post-exercise snack immediately replaces the sugar stores burned off during exercise. Consuming carbohydrates and protein in liquid form (such as one-percent chocolate milk) is a convenient way to refuel and rehydrate simultaneously. As a rule of thumb, consume around 300 to 500 carbohydrate calories as soon as possible following exercise. Great snacks are banana with yogurt, a handful of nuts and an apple or a bowl of whole-grain cereal topped with berries and one-percent milk. Wash down solid food with plenty of water or sports drink.

While rehydrating and eating replaces what your body lost, biochemical balancing restores the body’s chemistry to normal levels. Exercise-induced inflammation and oxidation damages muscles and lung tissue.

Until you have rested, you are at increased risk of injuries such as tendonitis, strains, stress fractures and overtraining, which is characterized by lethargy, depression and general moodiness.

Anti-oxidant-rich berries (blueberries, blackberries and raspberries), most fruit juices (orange, grape, and apple) and dietary supplements containing flavonoids and inflammation-reducing enzymes help repair tissues. Foods containing these nutrients are pineapple and papaya, roasted

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when to eat what

1 Immediate after-workout snack

Within two hours of your run, consume an easy-to-digest carbohydrate and protein-containing snack with plenty of fluid. A peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a great choice, but eat to satisfy your personal tastes. Immediate post-exercise snacks jumpstart your body’s repair process.

2 Evening post-workout meal

Your post-run dinner is a major source of tissue-repairing nutrients. This meal should include adequate protein (such as a palm-sized portion of chicken breast), carbohydrates (one or two fist-sized portions, such as pasta), antioxidants (two handfuls of brightly colored fruits or vegetables, such berries or citrus) and some added fat (a golf ball or shot-glass sized portion of full-fat salad dressing or olive oil or butter).

3 Over the next week before

the next big workout

Continue taking your amino acid supplements–BCAAs and glutamine–to ensure adequate immune system function and repair any lingering muscle or lung damage. Dehydration can persist for several days following a long run and even modest levels of dehydration can inhibit recovery, so be sure to hydrate adequately (indicated by clear urine) before your next trail run.

soy nuts and other soy products containing immune-balancing beta-sitosterol.

Powerful Protein Although regular moderate exercise is associated with strengthening the immune system, intense training and competition suppresses immune function. The longer the event, the longer this affect can last.

A marathon-distance run can leave an athlete susceptible to infection and viruses for up to two weeks, during which time the body cannot effectively fight off infections or repair exhausted muscles and joints.

Protein is made up of amino acids and is essential for rebuilding damaged muscle tissue and restoring immune system function.

Protein-packed foods, such as milk or yogurt (non low-fat varieties) or a palm-sized portion of beef, poultry, fish or legumes (beans), provide amino-acid building blocks for tissue repair.

The immune system uses proteins made up of glutamine and the three branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) as fuel. Whey protein, found in some post-exercise recovery drinks and dairy products, is a decent source of all four essential amino acids, but some studies suggest that amino acid uptake is faster when consumed as isolated nutrients in the form of dietary supplements. Look for products that deliver effective levels of BCAAs (1500mg) and glutamine (1000mg) in the proper ratios for post-exercise immune system support. Don’t fall for the “more is better” gimmick, but instead look for products that back up their formulations with research studies on runners.

All protein-containing foods will have some BCAAs and glutamine, but dairy products (because of their whey component) are a particularly good food source.

Recovery-enhancing nutrition may be the most reliable method to improve your trail running. Don’t just eat something after coming off the trail; instead, give some thought to “functional eating.”

Shawn Talbott holds a PhD in nutritional biochemistry and MS in Exercise Science, and practices recovery principles after his trail runs in Utah’s Wasatch Mountains. He can be reached at smtalbott@supplementwatch.com.

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T Aa Sk eK yT o H uE rC OA m a Cr Hk

by Therese iknoian

» illustration by Jeremy collins

Wind Training Out here in the pancake-flat Canadian prairie, there are no hills to challenge me in my runs. However, I frequently face extremely strong headwinds.

What specific training benefits might I be getting from running into the wind?

—Jo-Anne Hass, West St. Paul, Manitoba, Canada

say no to weeds, puffing in the wind, and supplemental Thinking Weed Control I usually run trails through fields that contain poison weeds. Is there any type of topical treatment or ointment that will protect my skin from breaking out?

—Lisa Mansperger, Glen Rock, PA

Since trail runners like to frolic through backcountry trails, we often confront nasty poison oak, poison ivy or sumac. And even if you don’t think you get skin rashes, take heed: until four years ago, Coach was never reactive to the poison stuff either, so don’t challenge the innocent-looking green leaves.

Not sure how to identify them? Take a look at http://poisonivy. aesir.com for photos and information. These days you can hear Coach, as she runs down a poison-lined path taking narrow steps, hollering, “Run skinny!”

One FDA-approved blocking product that helps prevent irritations is IvyBlock (www.ivyblock.com). Slather it on a few minutes before your outing and it protects you, assuming you don’t sweat it off. We know a lot of runners who swear by it, including Coach herself. IvyBlock is challenging to find in stores, but you can order it from the website.

In cooler weather, wear long tights and sleeves, putting them into a warm wash immediately afterward. But in the spring and summer months, encasing yourself in heat-trapping gear may be worse—or at least less comfortable—then daring a few poisonous bushes. But everybody has a different tolerance level.

We talked to coaches in Chicago, The Windy City.

When we asked Bill Leach, a 32-year collegiate track and cross-country coach and now coaching adults (www. coachleach.com), if there were benefits to running in the wind, he said simply, “No.” He elaborated, saying that if you are trying for faster times, running into strong winds will offer heady resistance and slow you immensely. To get the same workout as you would sans wind, he recommends basing your run on heart rate. But you’ll never get the turnover, or faster feet, and are more likely to lose your form, he adds. In addition, it’s harder to maintain a rhythmical and relaxed breathing rate.

In addition, studies show you lose more energy running into the wind than what you recoup once it’s at your back.

“You’re generally better off running with the wind at your back,” says Leach. “You never can quite make up for what you lose.” None of this is as important if you are training for long, slower ultras or perhaps even marathons. Nevertheless, says Bill Fitzgerald, director of training for the Chicago Area Runners Association, “A lot of the fatigue while running into the wind is actually caused by the runner’s inability to properly exchange oxygen. I guess that’s where the term, ‘taking one’s breath away,’ comes from.” If you can’t avoid the wind, then bottom line at least try to do a round-trip so it’s at your back on the return trip.

Joint Health Do glucosamine supplements really work?

—Molly Clark, Albuquerque, NM

Glucosamine is a naturally occurring precursor to the formation of joint cartilage and is made from shellfish. It is commonly taken in supplements with chondroitin sulfate, which comes from extracts of cow and pig cartilage, to counteract osteoarthritis or other cartilage pain, such as a runner’s knee. The FDA has not approved it for human medical use, so it is a dietary supplement and is classed as an alternative therapy.

Over the years, studies have shown conflicting benefits, but since the product is totally natural, many runners’ attitude was, “Why not try it?” says Jan Bear, Sante Fe, New Mexicobased orthopedic surgeon and adventure racer, who himself takes it regularly “to help protect the joints as much as possible from the trauma of running.”

In February 2006, however, the first large-scale study, with double blinds and placebos, of the supplement was published in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine, where researchers summarized: “Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate alone or in combination did not reduce pain effectively in the overall group of patients with osteoarthritis of the knee.”

(Read the February 23, 2006, abstract at www.nejm.org.)

Does that mean it’s unsafe? No. But does it help? Researchers acknowledge that more study is needed. (To read more, go to http://health.nih.gov and www.orthosupersite.com.) n

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last gasp

by Bernie boettcher

» illustration by Jeremy collins

Without a Trace

he Anasazi Indians, who built magnificent cliff palaces in Colorado, vanished from the face of the earth in 1300 A.D. Few clues remain as to their disappearance, but among them is a single, solitary snowshoe.

What can we surmise?

1) The Anasazi cross-trained on snowshoes in the winter.

2) People with only one snowshoe are doomed.

I once broke a snowshoe a half mile into a 10K snowshoe race, but kept going. My left leg stayed on top of the snow but, at random intervals, my right leg postholed up to my groin. It was like trying to run with a three-foot stilt tied to one foot, and a cliff dwelling cemented to the other. By the end of the race, I was wishing I could vanish, too.

Racing on snowshoes is a lot like trail running, only harder because you have giant flippers tied to your feet. I took up snowshoe racing as a way to cross-train through the winter. I had a dream, the same dream that inspired legendary athletes like Frank Shorter, Steve Prefontaine and

Wile E. Coyote: I wanted to catch some road runners.

I figured if I could stay motivated and train hard through the winter months, I’d be kicking some butt come spring.

My twisted plot unfolded as I took a chunk of my expendable income, money that I might otherwise have wasted on food and rent, and purchased a pair of super-light snowshoes.

And then I drove over 100 global-warmed miles to the summit of Vail Pass, at more than 10,000 feet in elevation, to find snow.

Find it I did ... gazillions of crystals all linked together, forming an ocean of undulating white powder.

I opened the hatch of my 1987 Toyota and released my old running companion, my German shepherd, Buck. He reacted as if he’d just fallen into a vat of cocaine.

He’d never seen so much white powder, and started running around in circles, burying his nose in the snowy stash and looking like he’d never been happier in his life.

That’s when I decided to kill him. Oh, it wasn’t on purpose. I had strapped my snowshoes on, and we were both running blissfully down the snowmobile trail when Buck found a stick. Buck loved to chase sticks. I picked it up and threw it over the embankment.

Buck made a diving leap to get it, and promptly disappeared beneath six feet of finely granulated snow.

I couldn’t believe my eyes. He was gone.

As if he’d just been gobbled up by some abominable snow blob.

It took about a nanosecond to realize I might have just eradicated my best friend, so I leapt in after him and immediately sank up to my waist. In a powdery panic, I found the tip of Buck’s tail and hauled him to the surface to breathe.

But, of course, Buck wouldn’t leave the powder until he found the stick, and when he did, we swam back to the trail and did it all over again. This time for fun.

It wasn’t long before I realized I was getting the workout of my life, and having a blast, too.

But, being dressed in a full-body snowsuit, I soon learned a valuable lesson. A waterproof exterior doesn’t allow sweat to escape. Even my waterproof socks filled up with sweat. I was frozen on the outside, and gooey on the inside, like an Eskimo Pie. I shivered all the way home.

These days, my winter weekends are filled with snowshoe races. I look forward to a snowy season of barreling through the underbrush on snowshoes, attempting to “feel the float” of rising and falling through the hissing softness.

I’ve even found myself cross-training for snowshoe races on sand dunes in summer, hoping to kick some butt come winter.

In the long run, it’s said, our history is revealed in the study of our bones and artifacts, like those of the Anasazi.

When they dig up my bones, I hope they find two snowshoes.

Snowshoeing all winter, Bernie Boettcher often thinks of Buck, who loved to run anywhere, anytime—and died of old age.

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training

by kevin Ludlum

» art by jeremy collins

Mind Games Use your head to improve trail-race peformances Trail runners spend hours conditioning their bodies, but usually neglect to train their minds. Mental training develops the psychological skills necessary for continuous improvement, motivation and high performance through positive self-talk, goal setting, imagery and race strategies.

Talk to Yourself4 Conscious thought, or “self-talk,” guides our actions. When this inner chatter becomes negative, your focus can drift toward potentially negative outcomes such as injury, failure, disappointment, shame, etc. “If you do not control your thoughts then your competitors will have an edge on you and run you into the ground,” warns Tim Parr, 2004 National Trail Running Champion for North America and the Caribbean.

Condition yourself to respond to a single word or a short phrase (or mantra) such as “go,” “push” or “power” when you are lagging and need to speed up. Words like “relax,”“flow” or “calm” trigger a relaxing response. The words you choose should elicit the response that is appropriate for the situation, i.e. don’t pick “aggro” for a situation that requires you to relax.

Condition yourself to respond to your chosen mantras first in a quiet room where you can relax and focus. In your mind, create a specific race scenario in which you wish to perform well. Take 10 deep breaths, in through your nose and out your mouth, repeating the mantra each time you exhale, while imaging your body responding appropriately to the words. Through practice, this exercise will manifest the desired physical response.

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hile teaching a workshop about mental training for trail-running peak performance, I asked the students a loaded question, “How much of our sport is mental?”

“Oh! It’s 70 percent … no, 80 percent … wait, 90 percent,” they replied enthusiastically.

“So that means the physical aspect of trail running is only 10 percent to 30 percent?” I asked.

“Yes!” the students replied without hesitation.

“Then what does it mean to ‘train’?”

They glanced at one other and declared, “We RUN!”

Get Goals4 Goal setting is probably a trail runner’s most useful mental-training skill for improving performance and staying motivated. Goals are tangible, quantifiable objectives or, “I will …” statements.

S.M.A.R.T. goals are Specific, Measurable, Action Oriented, Realistic and Timely (see sidebar). On route to achieving a S.M.A.R.T. goal, you should have process goals, performance goals and outcome goals.

Outcome goals are something concrete to work toward, such as a race result.

Performance goals focus only on your

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“trail runners spend hours conditioning neglect to train individual accomplishments, not those relative to competitors, such as increasing weekly mileage targets or setting a personal record for a particular distance. Process goals are what you have to accomplish in order to achieve the performance goals.

For example, to improve your lactate threshold, which involves teaching your muscles to use oxygen more efficiently, from a rate of 88 to 90 percent of your VO2max (the amount of oxygen your body can use), then your process goal will be to perform tempo runs at your goal intensity of 90 percent at least once a week.

Refocus Plans4 Imagery, as a component of sports mental training, allows athletes to create a mental situation so real their bodies believe it is actually happening. “I use imagery to plan my races,” says Parr. “I plan to do well, maintain a pace, push through pain or go faster.”

Imagine the course with all your senses­—what it looks like, how the air smells, the temperature on your skin, the sun’s brightness, firmness of the ground, sounds from a loudspeaker, people around you. Plan your ideal race in your mind, then “run” through your ideal race over and over until it is a fixed mental blueprint.

Since races often don’t unfold as planned, you need to anticipate obstacles or lessthan-ideal conditions such as rain, mud, hot sun, bonking, tripping, getting cut off by another runner or going off course.

Establish a reaction plan using imagery to get you back on track to your ideal race scenario.

“I have an image of what I will do in any given circumstance, say, I have a bad day and have stomach pains,” says Parr.

“When it gets tough, I remind myself that the rough or really painful periods are only a tiny fraction of my time on earth or even of the race and I know I can push through it,” says Hardrock 100-mile ultramarathon finisher Jake Jones.

Know what positive words to say to yourself when you feel lousy or fatigued in order to stay fully focused and moving well.

their bodies but usually

their minds.”

Control Anxiety4

Anxiety is a distressed psychological state accompanied by physical reactions such as muscle tension, fatigue and uncoordination. In other words, your body reacts to what your mind is focused on. As with refocusing strategies, mental training can replace anxiety with relaxation, thereby freeing your mind and body perform optimally. Learn to recognize when you are slipping into a state of anxiety and employ conditioning words or phrases that adjust your mental state to a more positive one. As soon as you release distracting, fearful thoughts, your body will react similarly, releasing energy-draining tension from your muscles and giving you more energy.

Mental training is as important as physical training, so begin by setting aside 15 minutes a few days a week to control your breathing, quiet the mental chatter and notice your level of anxiety or relaxation. Every day will be different, but the first step is to get to know yourself. Eventually, your regular mental training sessions will be as rewarding and satisfying as the physical ones. n

achieve your potential4

with S.M.A.R.T. goals

Be SPECIFIC with your goals.

Don’t just say, “I want to run faster.” Say, “I will drop a minute off my best time.”

Ensure each goal is MEASUREABLE so you can quantify your progress.

Your goals should cause you to ACT, and create a step-by-step plan for achieving the goal.

Know your limits and set REALISTIC goals. Challenge yourself but don’t choose a goal that you know is unattainable given your starting fitness level and time frame.

Every goal should be TIMELY, meaning set a specific date for when you will complete the goal.

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SOUTHWESTERN

Northern New Mexico offers varied trails, a vibrant running

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The author gets her daily hill dose on the Red Canyon Trail, Abiquiu.

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scene and a heavy dose of mystique.

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Summer sublime: exploring the diversity of the Windsor Trail.

t’s 5:32 a.m. and I have a chill. The desert sun is barely peeking over the long New Mexico horizon line, but it’s still a scant 45 degrees. One of my running partners, Allen Lamb, is carefully drawing a line with his foot in a dirt parking lot in Eldorado, a rural housing development 15 miles southeast of Santa Fe. We’d be trespassing here if it weren’t for Allen, as these trails are for residents only. He is grandfathered since he is partly responsible for pounding out the trails himself. He looks up at me from under his soft-billed brim and says in all sincerity, “Right here on this line is where we’ll start the run.”

Ultrarunners like Lamb baffle me. I turn away before laughing out loud at his painstaking precision. Then I jog down the road to warm up and hope the high-altitude thermals will soon lend a warming hand.

Looking back, I see Lamb setting his GPS wristwatch, refusing to miss a beat of today’s mileage or elevation details. Then at exactly 5:35 a.m., he starts his watch and we go running.

This is my fifth trail run in as many days in and around Santa Fe, and, today, Lamb and a talented local runner Liz Sponagle are my guides. They’re both classic New Mexico runners—understated, driven and convinced this is the Promised Land of trail running.

“The altitude is great for training, there are hundreds of miles of trails that are rarely busy, and the weather is perfect,” says Sponagle.

Lamb is a typical profile in the area—a 53-year old type-A scientist with a doctorate in clinical cytogenetics (the study of chromosomes). He likes everything lime green, trains systematically for a few ultra-distance trail races per summer and can’t understand why his 26-year old son isn’t doing anything worthwhile with his college degree.

At 52, Sponagle is determined in a different way. She exudes humility behind her brawny freckled frame, and is the cool mom everyone wishes they had. “My daughters and I have

Top Trails EASY

The rail Trail is 20 miles of undulating dirt doubletrack that follows an old railroad so you can choose the length of your out-and-back.

MODERATE

Although the atalaya Trail is only 3.5 miles to the top (7 roundtrip), it also rises almost 2000 feet, so you’re guaranteed a good workout. Its location—five minutes from town adjacent to St. John’s College—makes this a local hotspot, and the 360-degree view from the summit is unbeatable. Dale Ball Trails are just five miles out of town up the Hyde Park Road. Link as many loops as you’d like; at every junction there are trail maps with distances and locations.

DIFFICULT

The 5000 feet of elevation gain over 10 miles (if you run the entire Windsor Trail to the summit of Santa Fe Ski Basin) is a lung-buster but goes by in a flash as you travel through diverse ecosystems.

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a special bond that nobody can ever break,” she says confidently. And the woman can run. Last year, she finished the St. George, Utah, marathon in 3:10, the second fastest time for women over 50. Then in June, she squashed her competition by 10 minutes in her first-ever triathlon, in Austin, Texas.

When not racing or training herself, she trains competitive road and trail runners and is the manager of The Running Hub, a Santa Fe running shop. Her proudest moment? “I was on the Wheaties cereal box in 2001 as an ‘Everyday Champion’,” she says shyly under her breath.

People with running credentials like Sponagle and Lamb are scattered throughout northern New Mexico in towns like Santa Fe and Los Alamos. Santa Fe is crawling with an underground web of runners that pops up at burly mountain races like the Big Tesuque Trail Run, an October event that starts at 10,000 feet and follows a six-mile fire road through one of the largest aspen groves in the world to the top of Santa Fe Ski Basin at over 12,000 feet—then back down again.

“Judging by the growing number of people in my running classes, trail running is becoming

more and more popular,” says Sponagle.

Next door in Los Alamos, the hard-nose science-geek town has slowly become the hotbed for highly competitive ultrarunners.

(The Los Alamos National Lab (LANL) is in Los Alamos.) In the last several years, ultra phenoms like Nate McDowell, the 2002 50-mile Trail Champion, and Blake Wood, winner of the Hardrock 100 in 1999, have flocked to the area. “I could rattle off names of 20 people in Los Alamos who run 100-milers,” says Wood, a 47-year old physicist at LANL. This year, he ran his 11th Hardrock with five other lab-rat ultrarunners, an impressively

Paraíso Prohibido: Allen Lamb, Liz Sponagle and Lindsay Yaw head out on the private trails of Eldorado.

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Playing a game of desert solitaire, Red Canyon Trail.

high ratio given the small 18,000-person town. “These scientists are just looking for a place with a job, an ultrarunning community and mountains, and this is it,” says Wood, who’s also part of an elite group of New Mexicans who annually attempt to link 14 14ers in Colorado’s Collegiate Range. “We gave ourselves 60 hours, and, in 2002, four of us finally finished that run.”

Surrounding Los Alamos are hundreds of miles of trails that spider out in all directions, up the 11,000-foot Jemez Mountains and into the Bandelier Wilderness, so it’s no wonder trail junkies get their fix here. To satiate their appetite every summer, locals hold the Mountain Running Series, which hosts a trail run every other week (from 18 to 35 miles) from May through October.

“You show up, sign your name on a piece of paper taped to a windshield and sign out when you’re finished so they know you’re not lost,” explains Kris Kern, a missile risk analyst at LANL who also just finished his fifth Hardrock 100, in 38 hours.

Kern was also the brains behind two new trail races, called Run the Caldera and the Jemez Mountain Run. The first offered runners five-mile, 10-mile and marathon-length options and was packed with over 180 participants.

The second had a half-marathon, a 50K and a 50-miler and over 100 people signed up. “We never estimated that many people would show up,” said Kern. Wood agreed, adding, “I think old track and road runners are rejuvenating their running careers with ultras and trail running.”

miles of trails that wind through a host of ecosystems in almost 300,000 acres of wilderness.

And that’s just the beginning of the trail opportunities within an hour’s drive of Santa Fe. On this morning’s run, for example, we are at the geographical epicenter with concentric circles of classic southwestern geography fanning out for hundreds of miles. The landscape is packed with networks of trails, and today we’re running through a hush-hush labyrinth of low-profile topography that buckles into random small hills and red bluffs. It’s where wind sweeps across and picks up morsels of tumbleweed and orange dust and deposits it in arroyos (dry riverbeds) or along the trail edges. But for the most part, it’s still raw and untouched out here with only long-range views as distraction. And this morning, as the sun finally comes into full bloom, I listen to the loose dirt crunching under my feet and watch it turn from carrot-colored to khaki brown. Finally, my chill turns to sweat.

In the days leading up to todays run, photographer David Clifford and I scouted other trails around Santa Fe that Sponagle had suggested. First, she pointed us up Hyde Park Road, five minutes from the town center toward the Santa Fe Ski Basin. Here, the lower flanks of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains creep up in soft-ridged wrinkles of red dirt that

Not only are the trails in northern New Mexico quality enough to appease type-A science geeks turned pro ultrarunners, but the area is becoming an actual running vacation destination. “Active people vacation here and come into the shop asking about trails, whereas they used to come asking for good road runs,” said Sponagle. It’s for good reason that tourists make the trip—the Santa Fe National Forest boasts an impressive 1002 Honky-tonk waitress at The Cowgirl.

Five star: Feugo Restaurant in La Posada.

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are obscured with piñon pine smelling of honey and mint. This is where we found the prized new Dale Ball Trail System, a maze of well-groomed singletrack that winds and switchbacks in hairpin turns while overlooking the high-desert frontier.

We pulled up just in time for a cool late-May sunset run, and I swear we could see to Mexico. We stretched our legs on speedy ups and downs and around high-banked turns at a furious pace, because all of the Dale Ball Trails have a consistently mellow gradient and non-technical terrain. With signage at every junction, we kept our run short with a benign four-mile loop, but there was room to raise the amps and go for 17 miles without retracing our steps. And even at 7500 feet, these trails remain open and practically snow-free throughout the winter—good news for those averse to winter sports.

The next day, we snuck up to higher elevations where dozens of loops, peaks and lakes connect in an Ocean’s Eleven of trail-running locales—each trail has a distinctly different character that does its job depending upon our mood, energy level and pain tolerance. We chose the Windsor Trail, a 17-mile singletrack that starts in the one-street town of Tesuque, five miles southwest of Santa Fe. The trail began gently

for two miles of flats next to a small quiet stream before tilting steeper. A few miles up, the pines became thicker as the trail swung to both sides of the deepening valley, crossing the stream several times along the way. Halfway up, the valley relaxed into a few small alpine meadows surrounded by aspens then quickly funneled back into several short sips of moist-dirt steeps. After climbing 3000 feet, we popped out on a low-angle dirt road for a mile-long respite that ended at Aspen Vista parking lot on the lower haunches of the Santa Fe Ski Basin. Tired and thirsty at the top, we had run through every ecosystem of the southwest in a matter of miles. And we were spent.

The Windsor and its brethren of trails are what make the Santa Fe in particular a dreamscape that screams “training grounds” for competitive trail runners. Like the Windsor and Dale Ball, no trails start below 7000 feet, a perfect altitude to recover from high-mountain runs to summits like the 13,012-foot Truchas Peak in the Pecos Wilderness. These altitudes starve the lungs and spike hemoglobin levels, the precise chemical cocktail that’s bringing in a host of ultrarunners. “Within five minutes of town, you can be running on trails for days without hitting pavement,” says Lamb.

Santa Fe is renown for its art.

Getting a pre-run coffee fix at Counter Culture.

On top of the primo physiological kickback, New Mexico leaks a mystique that’s richer than just its trails. It reverberates a rawness that seems to burrow into your psyche and plant its seed deep. It feels innately tough, like it’s reminiscent of what life in America used to be like when the Pueblo Indians ruled the land. “People come here because it has this allure of being the fabled Old West,” says Sponagle. The Old West isn’t entirely allegorical, however. History flows deeper here than in most states in the nation—Santa Fe is the second-oldest city in the United States (behind St. Augustine, Florida) and Native American populations like the Tewa, Plains and Keresan Indians have been vested here since just after the first millennium.

But for the Native Americans, it wasn’t all about religious rituals and battles against the Spanish colonists. Running tradition in New Mexico was also woven into the fabric of the people, their daily life and the surrounding landscape. Records dating back to 1050 describe how Pueblo Indians posted running relayers along known deer corridors to literally run the animals to exhaustion and eventually to death. They purposely would not pierce the pelts with arrows to save the hide for walls of their homes or for winter coats, and they used the meat for food.

Several hundred years later, the Pueblo Revolt took place when Po’pay, a Pueblo Indian, successfully conspired to overthrow the Spanish who had been on a colonizing spree in the southwest since the 1590s.

In the spring of 1680, Po’pay organized a group of tribesmen couriers to run to over 70 pueblos within a 300-mile radius to tell them of a revolt that would take place in August, three months later. One month before the scheduled revolt, the couriers were again dispatched to the same pueblos, this time with knotted yucca-fiber cords as countdown devices. “Every village was to untie a knot each day until the cords were

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hats, spewing sassy honky-tonk and handing out Frito Pies, Huevos Rancheros and $12 tequila shots with PBR chasers. The nightly live music brings throngs of fun-loving 20- and 30-somethings out from their adobe caves, and it’s the kind of place where you’ll see Pierce Brosnan sitting next to the après-running crowd, throwing back on-tap brews like Negro Modelo. And the dirtier, stinkier and sweatier you are, the better you’ll fit in.

Maria’s is Santa Fe’s authentic Mexican food slam-dunk and where photographer David Clifford and I “recovered” from our long trail run. “You can’t get out of town without having a Maria’s marg,” a local runner had told us. We followed his advice and sampled the town’s most comprehensive laundry list of tequilas (over 200) and a couple of margaritas (100 different varieties) that have become the lifeblood of Santa Fe’s next-up generation of trail runners.

Neck-deep in a tequila buzz and stuffed with a Green Chile Burrito the size of a football, I thought to myself, “I could do this for a while—run all day, then eat, drink and sleep all night.” And the best part? I’d never have to step foot on the same trail twice.

Lindsay Yaw is a freelance writer and expedition skier who recently relocated to her hometown of Aspen, Colorado.

Nick Heil striding on the cruise-y Dale Ball Trails.

clear. That day they should grab hidden weapons and ‘burn the temples, break up the bells,’” describes Peter Nabokov’s book, Indian Running: Native American History and Tradition. The Spanish rule was indeed overthrown and returned to the Pueblos for the following 12 years.

Today, you don’t have to run 300 miles in one shot, have Roman Catholic descent or be fluent in Spanish to fit in in New Mexico.

It has a rebellious side of trend literates and modern hipsters that leave the monotony of adobe, southwestern art and kitschy turquoise jewelry in the dust. In Santa Fe, in particular, there are gems of culture in stylish eateries like the Aztec Café, a double-roomed caffeine joint with organic espresso and chai and a corkboard advertising Buddhism lectures, chanting workshops and Reiki practitioners.

On the other side of town is Counter Culture, an organic freak’s fantasy dining spot. You can sit outside with views of your afternoon mountain run while feasting on a “Smothered Burrito” with eggs, cheese and Christmas Chile sauce (both red and green).

At night, there are few forms of entertainment—live music with celebrity sightings or getting sideways at a number of swanky bars. At the Cowgirl, waitresses are clad in black leather chaps and ratty old cowboy

TRAILHEAD GETTING THERE. From Albuquerque, take I-25 north about an hour to Santa Fe. ACCOMMODATION. DELUXE : La Posada—Originally built in 1882, the totally plush spa, pool and five-star Fuego Restaurant are the perfect places to recover from epic runs (www.laposada.rockresorts. com, 866-331-7625, $250-$350).

MID-RANGE : Old Santa Fe Inn—Just a few blocks from the center plaza, you can run right from your door up Atalaya or walk into town for a breakfast burrito (www.oldsantafeinn.com, 800-745-9910, $133-$210).

BUDGET : Park Inn and Suites—You’ll need a car as it’s three miles out of town, but you still have an outdoor pool and wireless internet. And your wallet will thank you (www.parkinn.com, 800-670-7275, $74-$90).

RESOURCES. 100 Hikes in New Mexico, 2nd ed., by Craig Martin has all the classic trails, most of which are great running trails. Sangre de Cristo Mountain Works is three blocks from the plaza and carries guidebooks and shoes, and the active staff can point you to any trail you choose (www.sdcmountainworks.com, 505-984-8221). The Running Hub is just around the corner from Sangre de Cristo; the tiny store is mostly a road runner’s gear store, but the uber-fit staff is teeming with info on the best trails in town (www. runsantafe.com, 505-820-2523).

EATERIES . BRE AKFAST: Aztec Café—One half block from Sangre De Cristo Mountain Works; if you’re a coffee snob who needs their fix, you won’t be disappointed (www.azteccafe.com,

SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO 505-820-0025). If you’re in the mood for a sit-down omelet or French toast delight, hit Harry’s Roadside, 10 minutes north on I-25 (505-989-4629).

LUNCH: Counter Culture—Go gourmet with salads, sandwiches and soups just two miles southwest on Cerillos Road (505-995-1105). Five minutes from the city center is the Santa Fe Baking Company, a counter-order establishment with massive portions of classic southwestern fare (www.santafebakingcompanycafe.com, 505-988-4292).

DINNER: Maria’s—Home to gigantic burritos and the longest list of margaritas and tequilas in the southwest, Maria’s is a great way to recover after a big mountain run (www.marias-santafe. com, 505-983-7929). Or hit the local institution, The Cowgirl, for live music, Frito pies and Val Kilmer sightings (505-982-2565).

RACES. BIG TESUQUE 12-MILE TRAIL RUN : First week in October. This out and back on the Aspen Vista Trail winds through the yellowing aspens between 10,000 and 12,000 feet (www. santafestriders.com).

SANDIA PEAK CHALLENGE IN ALBUQUERQUE: Mid-July. This 7.2-mile trail run starts at 8,650 feet and ends at 10,378 at top of the tram. You can choose to run down or take the lift and save your knees (www.sandiapeakchallenge.com).

RUN THE CALDERA : Mid-June. Five-mile, 10-mile and marathon-distance courses take you through the Jemez Mountains and across the Valles Caldera National Preserve (www.highaltitudeathletics.org).

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aked guy anton krupicka Jumps into the ultra spotlight With a surprise Win at leadVille and compelling philosophies “Some naked guy won, but I don’t know his name,” was the buzz among the hoards hovering around the Leadville Trail 100-mile finish line. During the race’s 30th hour, the last ultrarunners reached the finish line on Leadville, Colorado’s normally quiet main street and fell into supporters’ outstretched arms.

Almost 13 hours earlier, in the dark of night, and greeted by a much scarcer crowd, Anton Krupicka, 23, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, won Leadville—his first 100-mile race and only second ultra race (his first being Leadville’s High Mountain 50K race in July). His win came as a surprise to almost everyone except Krupicka and his crew of college running buddies. He came to Leadville with the sole purpose of executing a perfect race plan and snatching the prestigious ultra title.

Some race observers rationalized “Naked Guy’s” success

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by calling him a Matt Carpenter protégé. In 2005, mountainrunning legend Carpenter, also from Colorado Springs, had lowered Leadville’s course record to a scorching 15:42:59 (9:25 per mile pace). “I’m hardly Matt’s protégé,” says Krupicka. “We only corresponded a few times by email before the race.” Krupicka scored Leadville’s second-fastest finishing time ever, in 17:01:56.

Krupicka earned the moniker “Naked Guy” from his penchant for running shirtless, wearing only feathery-light shorts—a testament to his collegiate cross-country racing career. Dismayed aid-station workers, familiar with the Colorado Rockies’ fluctuating weather patterns, tisked-tisked the young man’s obvious folly, while simultaneously admiring his Tarzan-like appearance. As the sun set, freezing hail and sleet chilled runners to the bone, as an unfazed, bare-chested Anton pressed on into the night.

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Anton Krupicka puts in some easy post-Leadville miles on The Crown, Roaring Fork Valley, Colorado.

Wearing pared-down LaSportiva racing shoes (he cut out most of the tongue and part of the heel’s midsole to save weight) and carrying only a 20-ounce water bottle and a few energy gels, Krupicka adhered to his minimalist philosophy. “I am a big proponent of simplifying my life and, thus, my running, and believe the human body was meant to run and that evolution couldn’t have been so wrong,” he says. “So why inhibit the foot and lower leg with a big clunky shoe?”

While unabashedly ambitious and confident in his running ability, Krupicka blends a genuinely likable personality with straightforward passion for our sport that any seasoned trail runner can relate to.

During a training weekend in Aspen in September, Krupicka shared his thoughts on Leadville, his ridiculously high-mileage training regime and his youthfully rebellious, no-frills lifestyle.

questions and answers Where did you grow up?

How much mileage do you run and what

On a small family farm near Niobrara, a town of about 400, nestled at the confluence of the Niobrara and Missouri rivers in northern Nebraska. The surrounding grassy hills and wooded valleys instilled in me a deep appreciation for the outdoors.

In addition to running cross-country and track through high school, I also played a couple of years of basketball and football.

kind of runs do you like best?

What did you study in college?

I attended Colorado College in Colorado Springs, where I pursued a triple-major in physics, philosophy and geology, with a minor in math. I now have a full-time position as a professional writing tutor at Colorado College.

I’ve always been a relatively high-mileage runner. I ran my first marathon when I was 12 years old and my first 100-mile week when I was 13. In spring 2005 I decided to see just how far I could run in a single week and ended up covering over 200 miles. Since then, I never stopped putting in that kind of mileage and spent about four months straight running between 180 to 220 miles per week before I became injured.

Were you hoping that kind of mileage was sustainable?

I have a pretty storied history of being a bonehead in determining a manageable training volume. However, summer 2005

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I

am a big proponent of simplifying my life and, thus,

my running.

showed me that a high volume of training could be at least somewhat sustainable.

This past summer I put in very consistent 170- to 200-mile weeks, with 858 miles in July alone, and logged 32 hours on mountain trails in the first week of August.

After that, I took two easier weeks before racing at Leadville, tapering to 165 to 175 miles a week.

fasco-industrialist corporatacracy through mindless conspicuous consumerism is not at all fulfilling for me; and (c) the things you own, end up owning you—and I like being free. My lifestyle is relatively emblematic of my obvious youth: I’m enjoying the general blitheness and nonchalance that is pretty much only possible when in concert with profound ignorance.

How do you find time to run so much?

What is the thinking behind modifying

I run twice daily, four days a week, but even on those days, I fit the majority of my mileage into a two-and-a-half to three-hour morning run. Then I do a much shorter run in the evening, usually with other people. On the weekends, I run just once each day for three to six hours. I usually end up running alone because not many people want to run as early or as far.

your already lightweight trail shoes?

Tell me about your self-proclaimed “cheap-bastard” lifestyle.

[Laughs] I guess my standards of living are different than most folks. I have no problem sleeping on the floor, eating month-old bagels salvaged from the local shop, not buying new clothes, not going out to eat or wearing shoes with my toes poking out.

I used to run in so-called stability shoes with hard-plastic orthotics, but over the past three years I’ve completely left those albatrosses behind, and train in road-racing flats or cross-country racing waffles because I believe that as long as the running surface is natural, the human foot is well-designed to handle any running stress, provided you give it enough adaptive time.

I prefer minimalist shoes because almost all shoes (even many racing flats) have an unnecessary amount of rise from the forefoot to the rearfoot. By training in a shoe with this sort of heel lift, the Achilles tendon is constantly shortened and under-worked. A raised heel also limits the ankle’s range of motion and promotes a heelstrike instead of a mid- or forefoot strike.

How did you come to this realization?

So what do you spend money on?

I spend my money with a few important thoughts in mind: (a) the less money I spend on trivial, inconsequential crap, the more resources I will have to pay for activities that actually mean something to me like traveling and running in the mountains; (b) contributing to our society’s hegemonic, environment- and humanity-destroying,

I do a fair amount of barefoot running, usually 10 to 15 minutes at the end of almost all of my runs, and have come to realize that your barefoot foot plant is much different than with shoes. If you were to run barefoot across a stretch of asphalt, I guarantee that you wouldn’t run with a heelstrike for very long! Thus, my motivating factor to wear minimalist shoes

is to allow my feet to take advantage of the most natural cushioning mechanism—the resilience of the Achilles tendon, calf muscles and ankle joint.

Running with a fore-to-midfoot strike in minimalist shoes almost completely disallows over-striding, increases your agility on uneven terrain, strengthens oftenoverlooked supportive muscles, tendons and ligaments of the feet and lower legs and hopefully cultivates a stronger, less injury-prone stride.

Why did you choose Leadville as your first 100-miler?

Colorado College’s assistant cross-country coach, Paul Koch, the epitome of all that is hardcore, tough and grizzled, ran Leadville about 10 years ago. Thanks to him, I knew that Leadville would be the ultimate test of my mountain-running timbre.

Last year, when Matt Carpenter broke the Leadville record by an hour and 33 minutes, it rekindled my interest in 100mile races. Whenever someone exhibits as much mastery and dominance of a sport as Matt has done, it’s difficult to not want to figure out what factors led him there.

Matt is extremely meticulous and diligent in his training and often willing to train a lot harder than many of his competitors, not to mention he has some sort of genetic predisposition to running well at altitude [Carpenter has the highest-ever recorded VO2 max (lung capacity) for a runner at 90.2; an average male’s VO2 max measures between 44 and 51, and the average athlete is between 60 and 84.]

In the future I hope to have the opportunity to lead the way and break some paradigms like Matt has done.

How did you think you’d do at Leadville as your first 100-miler?

I expected to do well. I went into the race with goals of running faster than Paul DeWitt’s 2004 course record of 17:17:19 and breaking the 17-hour mark. I guess that I had a lot of confidence because of my consistent summer training.

What kind of advice did Matt Carpenter give you?

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Boggs and Angie Kremer, came through beautifully. We were uninhibited by much of the so-called conventional ultramarathon racing wisdom.

The only real mishap on their part was when I ran into Winfield 15 minutes earlier than expected and they were still mixing Powerade and hitting the port-a-potties. I left the aid station without ever seeing them, but Alex just chased me down the road, and caught me about five minutes later.

Some other runners’ crews were a little surprised at my frequent unwillingness to wear a shirt, even when it was raining, and my desire to continue running through all of the aid stations, not stopping to eat and carrying just one water bottle.

Krupricka (left) in his trademark minimalist attire, en route to winning the 2006 Leadville 100-miler.

How did people react when you won

ing that hard. Particularly encouraging was the 4.5-mile climb up Hope Pass, which I did at almost two minutes per mile faster than Matt. He advised I run a fairly aggressive race, not worry about the other competitors and try to break his record because even if I blew up, I’d probably still win the race.

His main advice concerned pacing strategies. He recommended reaching halfway at eight hours, and later gave me a “C+” for

not sticking to the game plan when I hit Winfield in 7 hours 45 minutes. Other advice was about smaller details such as testing flashlights for running in the dark, mental strategies and tips about the course.

Your pacers and support crew were also new to 100-milers. How did they help make your Leadville bid successful?

For the most part my pacers, Alex Nichols and Nick Campbell, and crew, Julian

Many people were surprised. I don’t know if someone like [second-place finisher] Steve Peterson would’ve let me get away that early in the race if I wasn’t as young or if he’d known my capabilities. Mostly I just received a lot of congratulations and disbelief. My crew said that when Steve Peterson came into Fish Hatchery Aid Station at mile 75, he threw down his two water bottles and exclaimed, “Find out who that shirtless guy is!” <

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the race?

Anton’s 100-miler debut A Play-by-play account I felt really great for the first 50 miles, but the second half of the race didn’t go as I’d planned, but that was a big reason for running Leadville—to see just exactly what happens on the far side of 50 miles.

I missed the start by about 10 seconds because I was in the bathroom, so I spent the first mile trying to relax while wondering why everyone was running so freaking fast—it’s 100 miles, after all!

The first segment down the boulevard and around Turquoise Lake was fun as I tried to keep from tripping in the 4 a.m. darkness. I ran this whole leg with race leaders Dan Vega, Karl Meltzer and Steve Peterson.

At about five miles I continued running up a short, steep climb up to the lakeshore while everyone else started to hike. This was the first time I realized that I might have to take the lead very early in the race and spend the majority of the day by myself if I wanted to win in the time I wanted. Leaving the first aid station, May Queen, I was running with Dan and Karl along the Colorado Trail, but beginning the first little climb up to Hagerman Pass Road, they both started hiking and I kept running, so that was the last I saw of them.

I saw Steve entering Fish Hatchery (23.5 miles) just as I was leaving, so that spurred me on to run the next flat road section over to Half Moon (30.5 miles) a bit too fast. It felt easy at the time, but I was running on adrenaline. I felt very good coming down into Twin Lakes (39.5 miles) even though it was raining, and I was excited to start the 3400-foot climb up Hope Pass (12,600 feet) which went well.

On the road to Winfield, though, I felt fatigued.

I figured the halfway point wasn’t a horrible place to start feeling the distance, especially since I had reached it only 10 minutes behind Matt’s course-record pace. Hiking back up the ridiculously steep south side of Hope Pass was fun because it was the first real extended break from running.

Running back down to Twin Lakes, I still had thoughts of finishing in a low 16-hour time. During the leg from Twin Lakes (60.5 miles) to Halfmoon, I was moving way slower than I’d planned. By time I got to Halfmoon Road, my pacer, Nick, and I got into a nice rhythm, but I’d been planning to run the road segment leading to the Fish Hatchery much faster than I did. My legs felt

really pounded and the road’s smoothness did nothing to engage new muscles.

When I finally began climbing up Sugarloaf I was happy to hike because running was getting to be a drag. My crew said that Steve Peterson was only 25 minutes behind me (I’d had a 35minute lead at the halfway point), so I tried to get to the top of Sugarloaf as quickly as possible (as it turns out, Steve was actually around 50 minutes behind at Fish Hatchery). My pacer, Julian, kept dropping me before realizing how slowly I was moving.

At this point, thoughts of hiking the last 20 miles crossed my mind, though quitting was never an option. Finally, about a half-mile out from May Queen Aid Station, with 13.5 miles to go, I started running again and by the time I reached Tabor Boat Ramp, wasn’t going to stop.

I’ve frequently been over-trained in my career, which means that I’ve had many really stupid training runs where I felt absolutely horrible and beat down, but kept running out of pure stubbornness.

Thanks to those experiences, it actually wasn’t hard to stay motivated and continue moving knowing there was a race title at stake.

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thiS iS a teSt You might be a candidate for off-the-shelf insoles if:

ü your shoes’ cushioning and support

SHoulD You conSiDer oFF-THe-SHelF inSoleS?

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ü you have a history of sprained ankles ü you have foot, knee, hip or lowerback pain

ü your shoes fit loosely ü you overpronate

[foot collapses to the inside]

ü you have high arches ü you supinate

[foot rolls to the outside]

ü one leg is longer than the other ü you frequently run on super-rough terrain

ü you have chronic shin splints ü you have ilio-tibial-band syndrome ü you are prone to blisters or hotspots

f all the gear we use for trail running, from hats to socks, only our shoes—our contact points with the dirt—have an impact on running biomechanics, and can affect performance, comfort and injury potential. The only other determining factor within the shoe is the insole or footbed. Insoles included with running shoes are typically thin and flimsy and do little to add support, stability or cushioning, so how do you determine if you should invest in insoles?

“Anybody doing as much weight-bearing activity as trail runners should have as much foot support as possible,” says Dr. Eric Vining, a chiropractor from Carbondale, Colorado, who regularly works with runners. “Eighty-five percent of runners pronate too much and they usually have a flexible foot that collapses on impact, which is the body’s first line of defense in absorbing shock.” Most of those runners, says Vining, might benefit from an off-the-shelf insole.

But that’s not to say that all runners need a supportive insole to control the foot’s movement. Just as running shoes are classified as cushioning, supportive or motion control, so are insoles. Your trail-running-shoe type is a huge factor in determining if you need an insole and what type you should buy. For example, if you’re wearing a pronation-control shoe, then using a pronation-inhibiting insole could compete with what the shoe is designed to do. In this case, perhaps just a cushioning insole would be the ticket, adding more comfort to your running. (continued on page 44)

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t ra i l t e s t e d « Arch Molds

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All three Arch Molds varieties— Lean (low-volume), Standard (medium-volume) and Maximum (pictured)—are heat-moldable for an ideal fit. The Maximum’s deep heel cup and high arch give excellent support to overpronators and also provides plush cushioning.

This self-proclaimed “most radical” trim-to-fit insole is orthopedically designed to handle punishing conditions.

The high heel cup cradles the rear foot, keeping the footstrike stable. The highly padded arch is very comfortable, but takes up a lot of space inside the shoes.

Montrail

Spenco

The stiff 2/3-length orthotics provides comfortable arch support and gentle motion control.

Combined with heat-moldable cushioning foam and superplush, anti-friction topsheet, the Enduro-Soles felt great on long-haul trail runs.

Women’s quadriceps angle inwards more sharply from the pelvis than men’s, often causing knee, hip and back pain. The Q-Factor addresses the issue with mega shock absorption and gentle foot re-alignment using highdensity foam.

Sole

Superfeet

Inspired by famous ultrarunner Dean Karnazes, the DK Sole is heat-moldable for a customized fit and offers stiff arch support for overpronators.

Their perforated base makes them highly breathable and one of the lightest insoles we tested. The slim Softech cushioning won’t take away from your shoes’ fit.

Superfeet hasn’t strayed too far from its highly successful “Green” insole, but the new Premium Orange and Berry insoles are designed specifically for men’s and women’s feet. Both have molded plastic orthotics for rearfoot and arch support and a new forefoot shock pad provides improved cushioning.

Sorbothane

X-Sole

The Sorbo Elite offers ribbed, medium-height, three-quarter length arch support, but most notable are its super shock-absorbing and fatigue reducing pads under the metatarsals, big toe and heel that boost tired running shoes’ cushioning.

X-sole has partnered with New Balance to design four insoles: motion control (pictured), stability, supportive cushioning and cushioning. Created for severe overpronators or those with flat feet, the motion control model has dual-density foam in the forefoot, a stabilizing heel cup and good arch support to keep the foot stable without inhibiting its natural flexion.

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t ra i l t e s t e d « If you have a history of foot injuries, or even knee, hip or back problems (e.g. shin splints, heel spurs, IT-band syndrome, runner’s knee, tendinitis, etc.), says Vining, you should consult an expert to evaluate your gate and foot mechanics. “People often pronate more on one side than the other, particularly if they have a history of ankle sprains or if one leg is longer than the other, which is more common that you might think,” says Vining. “If that’s the case, then you wouldn’t necessarily want to be putting the same insole in both shoes.” In such instances, many experts recommend getting fitted with custom orthotics, which can be pricey, ranging from $300 to $400.

A minority (less than 15 percent) of runners supinate, or roll to the outside of their foot on impact. They

typically have relatively inflexible feet with high arches that make poor impact absorbers. Vining recommends supinators consider a custom device that contacts arch and helps absorb shock. If that’s not in your budget, look for an off-the-shelf model with high arch support and cushioning.

“If you’re one of the 50 or 60 percent of runners, with average feet and some pronation issues,” says Vining, “then an off-the-shelf insole will probably work for you.” The insoles featured in our review run the gamut, from primarily cushioning to very supportive stability modes, from low arch support to high.

High-tech top sheets help reduce friction for blister mitigation and control odor (using silver fibers). Also included are three heat-moldable models that allow for a more custom fit. <

Insole Shopping Tips ü try before you buy

Choose insoles specifically designed to fit inside running footwear. Try several models in your trail-running shoes to get a feel for the arch height, heel cup, stiffness and cushioning. Even heat-moldable varieties should feel comfortable during this initial test.

ü more isn’t necessarily better

Don’t overdo the support or motion control.

The insole should work in harmony with your running shoes, which may already offer stability, cushioning or motion control.

Consult with your local running-store expert or podiatrist for find the ideal insole-shoe combination for your foot type.

ü customize the fit Remove the factory insole and use them to trace the exact length for your new insoles, then, use scissors to trim the excess length off the forefoot. The three heat-moldable insoles reviewed here each include directions for “baking” and molding the insole to create the best fit. ü take your time

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Let your feet gradually adapt to a rigid insole by wearing them first for short runs and working up to longer outings.

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K a h t o o l a Flight

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$149 FLIGHTboots $179 FLIGHTdeck Gypsy $184 FLIGHTdeck Gemini www.kahtoola.com

Kahtoola’s Flight System, featuring the FLIGHTboot and FLIGHTdeck combination, makes it easy to keep running-shoe clad feet warm and dry while strapped into snowshoes. The FLIGHTboot is an insulated 6mm waterproof neoprene bootie that slips on over your trail shoes. A quickratcheting strap over your instep snugly secures your running shoes in the boots.

As a stand-alone traction system, with half-inch-long spikes in the forefoot and heel, the FLIGHTboots give excellent grip on hard-packed snow or icy terrain.

When venturing onto the soft stuff, simply step the FLIGHTboots into the FLIGHTdeck snowshoes, which are available in two sizes. The smaller FLIGHTdeck is the Gypsy, and for those needing more floatation, there is the larger Gemini.

If you hit firmer snow, give a quick tug on a ripcord to release the overboot from the snowshoe, strap the FLIGHTdecks to your pack and go.

S u g o i Response

Jacket

$125 www.sugoi.com

New this winter, Sugoi’s Response Jacket strikes a balance between breathability and water resistance with soft, double-weave fabric that lets perspiration out while shunning moisture. Under-arm mesh provides more airflow where you need it most.

When conditions worsen, unfurl the hidden HydroLite waterproof hood, which lets body heat escape while keeping you dry and comfortable.

For music-loving trail runners, the Response is equipped with a sleeve pocket designed to hold an MP3 player.

Run the earpiece cable from the pocket’s interior through loops along the collar and up to your ears.

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rockies: CO, ID, MT, NM, UT, WY heartland: AL, AR, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, ND, NE, OH, OK, SD, TN, TX, WI east: CT, DE, FL, GA, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VT, VA, WV pacific/desert: AK, AZ, CA, HI, NV, OR, WA international (Including Canada)

It is wise to confirm any race in this calendar

before making plans. For regular updates to our 2007 Race Calendar, visit trailrunnermag.com.

Races highlighted in red provide more information in their Trail Runner ads.

J a n u a r y

Pacific/Desert

01/13 Bridle Trails Winter Trail Running Festival 5M, 10M, 50K • Bellevue, WA • 206-329-1466 • searunco@aol.com • www.seattlerunningcompany.com 01/13 H.U.R.T. 100 100K, 100M • Honolulu, HI • 808-235-0577 • hurtpals@aol.com • www.HurtHawaii.com 01/14 Angel Island New Year’s Trail Run 8K, 16K, 25K • Tiburon, CA • 925-825-5200 • events@pctrailruns.com • www.pctrailruns.com 01/14 Calico Trail Run 30K, 50K • Calico Ghost Town, CA • 760-244-7321 • jrobins760@charter.net • www.calicotrailrun.org 01/14 Maui Surf & Sand Half Marathon 13.1M • Maui, HI • info@mauisurfsandhalf.com • www.mauisurfsandhalf.com 01/20 Capitol Peak Mega Fat Ass 17M, 34M • Olympia, WA • 360-455-1400 • j.pearch@comcast.net • www.capitolpeakultras.com/cpmfaindex.htm 01/20 Pacifica Trail Run 9K, 21K, 30K, 50K • Pacifica, CA • 925-825-5200 • events@pctrailruns.com • www.pctrailruns.com

Rockies

01/01 Rescue Run 5K • Colorado Springs, CO • 719-473-7848 • DavidSorenson@msn.com • www.pprrun.org/events/RescueRun/main.htm 01/06 Turquoise Lake 20-Mile Snowshoe Run 20M • Leadville, CO • 719-539-4112 • chaffeerunners@yahoo.com • www.salidarec.com/ccrc 01/07 Beaver Creek Snowshoe Series Race #2 5K, 10K • Vail, CO • 970-476-6797 • info@gohighline.com • www.gohighline.com/bcsnowshoe 01/13 Grand Lake Snowshoe Festival 5K, 10K • Grand Lake, CO • 970-627-3402 • www.grandlakesnowshoefestival.com

Heartland

01/06 Siberian Express Trail Run 7.45M • Danville, IL • 217-469-2134 • krr@kennekuk.com • www.kennekuk.com 01/13 Bandera 100K 25K, 50K, 100K • Bandera, TX • 512-895-6100 • jprusaitis@austin.rr.com • www.tejastrails.com/Bandera.html 01/14 Big Bend Ultra 25K, 50K • Big Bend Nat’l Park, TX • 210-805-0845 • pcarroll@fleetfeetsanantonio.com • www.bigbend50.com 01/14 Swamp Stomper 50K, 25K • Meeman-Shelby State Park, TN • 901-521-7890 • ltanner@midsouth.rr.com • http://runthetrails.com 01/20 Rock Cut Trail Series #2 10K • Rockford, IL • 815-877-8164 • larrydswanson@cs.com • www.rockcuttrails.org 01/21 Chili Hilly Stage Race 1M, 5K, 4M, 10K, 10M • Mooresville, IN • 812-824-6728 • jamiefeagans@yahoo.com • www.hoosier200.com/chilihilly.html

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01/27 Bigfoot Snowshoe Race 5K, 10K • Traverse City, MI • 734-929-9027 • events@runningfit.com • www.runsnow.com 01/27 Bill Yeck Not Quite 5 4.93M • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 01/27 Mountain Mist Trail Run 50K • Huntsville, AL • 256-650-7063 • dink@fleetfeethuntsville.com • www.huntsvilletrackclub.org 01/27 Paint Creek 50K 50K • Rochester, MI • 248-646-7277 • cm@boscospizza.com 01/27 Steel Sports Salomon Tyler Winter Duathlon 25M, 10B • Tyler, TX • 903-871-8466 • rodney@steelsports.net • www.SteelSports.net 01/27 Winter Buckeye Trail Marathon & 50K 13.1M, 26.2M, 50K • Cuyahoga Valley National park, OH • 330-908-3766 • cadyrun100@aol.com • www.bt50k.org 01/31 Portland Winter Run 5K • Portland, MI • 517-647-7873 • dhoort@hotmail.com • www.PortlandRunningClub.homestead.com

East

01/01 New Years 15K Trail Run 15K • Fort Mill, SC • 704-507-9337 • run@sharksbite.com • www.racescapes.com 01/06 Frozen Assets 5K Snowshoe Race 5K • Canadice, NY • 585-271-7045 • goose@roadsarepoison.com • www.roadsarepoison.com 01/06 Merrimack River Snowshoe Race 5K • Andover, MA • 978-691-6727 • dave. dunham@comcast.net • www.runwmac.com/snowshoes/default.htm 01/06 Phunt 50K 50K • Elkton, MD • 215-204-3315 • hunt.bartine@temple.edu • www.traildawgs.org 01/07 River, Roots & Ruts Trail Run 5K, 13.1M • Alva, FL • 908-236-2122 • RaceDirector@RRRTrail.com • www.RRRTrail.com 01/13 24 Hours of Prompton 24F • Prompton, PA • 570-253-1145 • nesports@nesportsltd.com • www.nesportsltd.com/events 01/13 Charlottesville Running Company 5K Trail Race 5K • Charlottesville, VA • 434-293-7115 • rungillrun@adelphia.net • www.badtothebone.biz 01/13 Little River Trail Run 5K, 9M • Durham, NC • 919-403-2919 • jwstrange22@yahoo.com • www.trailheads.org 01/13 Odyssey One Day Xtreme 39H • Roanoke, VA • 540-444-4422 • info@OARevents.com • www.OARevents.com 01/20 Mendon Ponds Winterfest Snowshoe Races 5K, 10K • Mendon, NY • 585-271-7045 • goose@roadsarepoison.com • www.roadsarepoison.com 01/20 Mud In Your Eye XC Series #1 5K • Virginia Beach, VA • 757-373-4174 • team@kalerunning.com • www.mudinyoureye.kalerunning.com 01/20 Performance Jetty-2-Jetty Ultramarathon & Team Relay 35M • Jacksonville, FL • 904-285-1552 • RD@PerformanceMultisports.com • www.PerformanceMultisports.com/eventcal1.htm 01/21 Chilly Cheeks Trail Run 7M • Reading, PA • 610-779-2668 • rhornpcs@aol.com • www.pretzelcitysports.com or www.active.com 01/27 Finger Lakes Snowshoe Race 1M, 7.6M • Hector, NY • 607-564-1804 • flnf10155@yahoo.com • www.fingerlakesrunners.org 01/28 Florida Challenge 1/2 Marathon & 5K 3.1M, 13.1M • Lithia, FL • 813-404-9002 • uneekware@aol.com • www.tamparaces.com/challenge

International

01/01 Vancouver New Year’s Day Fat Ass 50 25K, 50K • Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • ejackson@clubfatass.com • www.clubfatass.com/ events/VancouverNewYear 01/20 Salomon Adventure Challenge 35K • Mansfield Outdoor Centre, ON, Canada • 416-783-4464 • sac@far.on.ca • www.far.on.ca 01/20 Yeti Mountain Snowshoe Series - Mt Washington 5K, 10K • Courtenay, BC, Canada • 604-599-3840 • info@theyeti.ca • www.theyeti.ca 01/21 Croesus Crossing 26K • West Coast, New Zealand • 64 3 548 3655 • nelsonstriders@clear.net.nz • www.nelsonstriders.co.nz 01/21 Three Dolla Bill Run 50K • Waterloo, ON, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/xtc 01/25 Last Desert - Antarctica 250K • King George Island, Antartica • 120 2478 0218 • info@racingtheplanet.com • www.racingtheplanet.com

F e b r u a r y

Pacific/Desert

02/03 Death Valley Trail Marathon & 30K 30K, 26.2M • Death Valley, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 02/03 Super Run 5K, 10K; San Diego, CA; 619-298-7400; tracy@kathyloperevents.com; www.kathyloperevents.com 02/03 Woodside Trail Run 10K, 17K, 35K, 50K; Woodside, CA; 925-825-5200; events@pctrailruns.com; www.pctrailruns.com 02/10 Buffalo Run 13.1M; Avalon, Catalina Island, CA; 714-978-1528; BuffaloRun@PacificSportsLLC.com; www.PacificSportsLLC.com 02/10 Pemberton Trail 50K 50K • Fountain Hills, AZ • 406-443-8042 • bquick50k@hotmail.com • www.trailrun.net

02/10 Run/Walk 4 The Heart (Youth Against Crime) Benefit Challenge 5K, 10K • Lakewood, WA • 253-376-5737 • humansports2001@hotmail.com • www.active.com 02/10 Sedona Marathon 5K, 13.1M, 26.2M • Sedona, AZ • 800-775-7671 • info@SedonaMarathon.com • www.sedonamarathon.com 02/11 San Dieguito Half Marathon/5K 5K, 13.1M • Rancho Santa Fe, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 02/17 Little Su 50K 50K • Big Lake, AK • Susitna100@attalascom.net • www.susitna100.com 02/17 Sequoia Trail Run 10K, 20K, 30K, 50K • Oakland, CA • 925-825-5200 • events@pctrailruns.com • www.pctrailruns.com 02/17 Susitna 100 100M • Big Lake, AK • Susitna100@attalascom.net • www.susitna100.com 02/24 Twin Peaks Ultra Marathon 50K, 50M • Modjeska Canyon, CA • 949-842-8452 • tjactive@lpld.com • www.twinpeakstrailmarathon.com

Rockies

02/04 TUBBS 7K Snowshoe - Frisco Gold Rush 7K • Frisco, CO • 303-635-2815 • emgmh@emgcolorado.com • www.emgcolorado.com 02/11 Beaver Creek Snowshoe Series Race #3 (Jeremy Wright N.A. Snowshoe Championships) 5K, 10K • Vail, CO • 970-476-6797 • info@gohighline.com • www.gohighline.com/bcsnowshoe 02/11 Screamin’ Snowman Snowshoe Race 5K, 10K • Nederland, CO • 303-642-7917 • info@racingunderground.com • www.racingunderground.com 02/17 Moab’s Red Hot 50K+ 50K • Moab, UT • 435-259-3053 • Directormartinez@yahoo.com • www.mas50.com/redhot 02/24 Twin Mountain Trudge - Winter Adventure Footrace 11M • Laramie, WY • 307-399-4239 • labman_2001@hotmail.com

Heartland

02/TBA Sylamore 50K Trail Run 50K • Allison, AR • www.runarkansas.com 02/03 Dirty Dog 10K Trail Run 10K • Cortland, OH • 330-638-0814 • dirtydog@tearmpr.info • www.TeamPR.info 02/03 Rocky Raccoon 50M, 100M • Huntsville, TX • 512-895-6100 • jprusaitis@austin.rr.com • www.tejastrails.com/Rocky.html 02/05 Arrowhead 135 Winter Ultra 135M • International Falls, MN • 651-777-6868 • info@arrowheadultra.com • www.arrowheadultra.com 02/10 Psycho WyCo Run Toto Run Trail Runs 10M, 20M, 50K • Kansas City, KS • 816-810-0440 • badbendrs@yahoo.com • www.psychowyco.com 02/17 Black Warrior 50K Trail Run 50K • Moulton, AL • 256-306-2652 • keith@blackwarrior50k.com • www.blackwarrior50k.com 02/17 Louisville’s Lovin’ The Hills 50K 50K • Louisville, KY • 502-445-6655 • bgutmann@hotmail.com • www.cherokeeroadrunners.org/llth/ index.htm 02/17 Rock Cut Trail Series #3 15K • Rockford, IL • 815-877-8164 • larrydswanson@cs.com • www.rockcuttrails.org 02/24 Cross Timbers Trail Run 5M, 13.1M, 26.2M, 50M • Lake Texoma, TX • 903-893-8233 • tere77@ev1.net • www.geocities.com/cross_timbers_04/ 02/24 Frosty Feb Fourteen 14M • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 02/24 Mount Cheaha 50K 50K • Delta, AL • 205-245-2814 • mountcheaha50k@charter.net • www.mountcheaha50k.org

East

02/TBA West Lake Challenge Adventure Race A • Hollywood, FL • 954-922-3388 • WillMurphy@SOARteam.com • www.soarteam.com/wlc.html 02/03 Cast A Shadow Six Hour Snowshoe Races 6H • Mendon, NY • 585-271-7045 • goose@roadsarepoison.com • www.roadsarepoison.com 02/03 Charlottesville Running Company 10K Trail Race 10K • Charlottesville, VA • 434-293-7115 • rungillrun@adelphia.net • www.badtothebone.biz 02/03 Northfield Mountain Snowshoe Race 10K • Northfield, MA • 978-691-6727 • dave.dunham@comcast.net • www.runwmac.com/snowshoes/ default.htm 02/03 Uwharrie Mountain Run 8M, 20M, 40M • Uwharrie National Forest, NC • info@raceuwharrie.com • www.raceuwharrie.com 02/10 Holiday Lake 50K 50K • Appomattox, VA • 434-582-2386 • dhorton@liberty.edu • www.extremeultrarunning.com 02/10 Mud In Your Eye XC Series #2 6K • Chesapeake, VA • 757-373-4174 • team@kalerunning.com • www.mudinyoureye.kalerunning.com 02/17 SmartWool Swamp Stomp AR 30H • Tampa Area, FL • 727-504-3110 • shawn@wecefar.com • www.wecefar.com 02/24 Mount Mitchell Challenge & Black Mountain Marathon 26.2M, 40M • Black Mountain, NC • 828 253 6891 • curwen@bellsouth.net • www.blackmountainmarathon.com 02/24 Mud In Your Eye XC Series #3 8K • Norfolk, VA • 757-373-4174 • team@kalerunning.com • www.mudinyoureye.kalerunning.com 02/25 Ugly Mudder Trail Run 7.23M • Reading, PA • 610-779-2668 • rhornpcs@aol.com • www.pretzelcitysports.com or www.active.com 2007 January | Trailrunnermag.com 43

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lst te se tde d t r a must-do itlrta eiraces * INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU

Run the Inca Trail and finish at the legendary “Lost city of the Incas”—Machu Picchu! Run in Patagonia Torres del Paine National Park, Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre and Tierra del Fuego. Events suited for runners of all abilities. Full support provided to allow you to enjoy the runs “at your own pace”. 800-289-9470, www.andesadventures.com.

BEL MONTE ENDURANCE RUN

March 24, 2007 • Charlottesville, VA Experience the one-of-a-kind views, trails and climate of the Bel Monte Endurance Run. The race is worth running not just for one of the most beautiful start/finish settings you’ll ever see, but also for its unique single track trails, which alternate between thick canopy and open views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. March 24th, 2007. Visit www.badtothebone.biz or call 434-293-7115.

5th ANNUAL LONG ISLAND gREENBELT TRAIL 50K

May 12, 2007 • Plainview, NY A challenging but fair 50K double loop course on the northern portion of the scenic Long Island Greenbelt Trail, with plentiful, well stocked aid stations. “The trails of olde Long Island are calling...”

Part of New York Ultrarunning Grand Prix.

Contact Greater Long Island Running Club, 516-349-7646 or register online at www.glirc.org.

TAHQUA TRAIL 25K

August 25, 2007 • Paradise, MI Join us for the inaugural running of the Tahqua Trail 25K from the shores of Whitefish Bay on Lake Superior to Upper Tahquamenon Falls. Run from the largest fresh water lake in the world to the second largest waterfall east of the Mississippi. The trail travels through old growth hemlock, lush northern hardwoods, jack pine savannah, spruce swale, and tamarack ringed bogs.

Catch site of moose as you run past wilderness lakes. Local wild blueberry filled pastries await finishers. Register Online at www.greatlakesendurance.com, 715-460-0426.

GREAT EASTERN ENDURANCE RUN

September 29, 2007 • Charlottesville, VA From the velvety feel of the summer slopes, to the kaleidoscopic array of autumn colors, the Great Eastern Endurance Run is a race for your senses.

The 100 km and 50 km courses run on single track trails and forest roads with a few miles on the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway. September 29th, 2007.

Visit www.badtothebone.biz or call 434-293-7115.

RUN AT THE ROCK

December 1, 2007 • Burlington, NC Seven- & 14-mile trail race. Challenging loop course held on the picturesque 400 acre Cedarock Park. The largely wooded preserve features rolling hills, exquisite waterfall, rocks, roots, etc.

The premier trail event in the area, complete with award-winning chili. www.RunattheRock.com

International

02/03 Yeti Mountain Snowshoe Series - Mt Seymour 5K, 10K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-599-3840 • info@theyeti.ca • www.theyeti.ca 02/04 The Coastal Challenge 230K, 115K • San Jose, Costa Rica • 203-353-1608 • info@thecoastalchallenge.com • www.thecoastalchallenge.com 02/09 Columbia Cruce de los Andes Race 100K • Patagonia, Argentina • 54 114 780 1010 • maria@clubdecorredores.com • www.clubdecorredores.com 02/10 Squamish Scrambler Snowshoe Run 10K, 22K • Squamish, BC, Canada • info@clubfatass.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/SquamishScrambler 02/11 Yukon Arctic Ultra 26.2M, 100M, 300M, 460M • Whitehorse, YT, Canada • 49-8823-937-842 • info@thegreatoutdoors.de • www.arcticultra.de 02/17 Capilano Canyon Night Run - Mardi Gras 12K, 18K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/mardigras 02/17 Goat Alpine Adventure Run #2 25K • Lowburn, Central Otago, New Zealand • 64-7-5755-478 • info@victoryevents.co.nz • www.thegoat.co.nz 02/22 Kilimanjaro Marathon/Half Marathon & 5K Tour 5K, 13.1M, 26.2M • Moshi, Tanzania • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 02/24 Yeti Mountain Snowshoe Series 5K, 10K • BC, Canada • 604-599-3840 • info@theyeti.ca • www.theyeti.ca

M a r c h

Pacific/Desert

03/03 Old Pueblo 50 Mile Endurance Run 50M • Sonoita, AZ • 520-529-2985 • oldpueblo50@simplybits.net • www.ultrazone.us/OP50/ 03/03 Woodside Kings Mountain Half Marathon & 5 Mile 5M, 13.1M • Woodside, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 03/10 Way Too Cool 50K 50K • Cool, CA • 916-387-8796 • wser100@comcast.net • www.run100s.com/wtc 03/17 Catalina Marathon 5K, 10K, 26.2M • Avalon, Catalina Island, CA • 714-978-1528 • CatalinaMarathon@PacificSportsLLC.com • www.PacificSportsLLC.com 03/17 Chuckanut 50K 50K • Fairhaven, WA • 206-751-0919 • kmoehl2000@yahoo.com • www.gbrc.net/chuckanut50k.php 03/17 Crown King Scramble 50K • Peoria, AZ • 623-856-5000 • dirtrnr@yahoo.com • www.crownkingscramble.com 03/17 St Patrick’s Day 10K 10K • Mission Bay, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 03/18 Romancing the Island - Angel Island Trail Runs 12K, 25K • Tiburon, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 03/24 Napa Valley Trail Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K 10K, 13.1M, 26.2M • Calistoga, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 03/31 Chesebro Half Marathon 13.1M • Agoura Hills, CA • 877-478-7223 • ask@greatraceofagoura.com • www.greatraceofagoura.com 03/31 Golden Gate Headlands Trail Marathon, Half & 7 Mile 7M, 13.1M, 26.2M • Sausalito, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 03/31 Great Race Half Marathon 13.1M • Agoura Hills, CA • 877-478-7223 • ask@greatraceofagoura.com • www.greatraceofagoura.com 03/31 Lake Hodges 50K Trail Race 50K • San Diego, CA • 858-391-9050 • kmcguinness@sbcglobal.net • www.lakehodges50k.com 03/31 Laughlin Half Marathon & 5K 3.2M, 13.1M • Laughlin, NV • 702-340-4805 • info@laughlinhalfmarathon.com • www.laughlinhalfmarathon.com

Rockies

03/03 Beaver Creek Snowshoe Shuffle 5K, 10K • Vail, CO • 970-476-6797 • info@gohighline.com • www.gohighline.com/bcsnowshoe 03/17 Run Through Time 13.1M, 26.2M • Salida, CO • 719-539-7626 • chaffeerunners@yahoo.com • www.salidarec.com/ccrc 03/24 Antelope Island Buffalo Run 25K, 50K, 50M • Syracuse, UT • 801-644-7346 • ultrajim@charter.net • www.buffalorun.org

Heartland

03/03 Bearathon 13.1M • Waco, TX • 254-710-3497 • Peyton_Wofford@baylor.edu • www.baylor.edu/studentfoundation 03/03 Delano Park 12 Hour Run and 50 mile 12H, 50M • Decatur, AL • 256-350-9847 • eric@rivercityrunners.org • www.rivercityrunners.org 03/03 Foot Pursuit 5K 5K • Valparaiso, IN • 219-477-3045 x 4075 • shartz@porterco-ps.org • www.portercountysheriff.com/footpursuit 03/03 Lone Star Trail Run 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K, 100K • Coldspring, TX • 832-758-7061 • deann@runbikepaddle.com • www.runbikepaddle.com 03/04 A-OK 25K/50K 25K, 50K • Atoka, OK. • 972-424-7844 • mam3217@ev1.net • www.nttr.org 03/10 Land between the Lakes Trail Runs 23K, 60K, 50M • Grand Rivers, KY • 314-378-7488 • sdurbin@marquettetrans.com • www.wkrc.org 03/10 Mississippi Trail 50 20K, 50K, 50M • Laurel, MS • 601-425-7005 • info@ms50.com • www.ms50.com

03/10 Snowshoe Nationals 5K, 10K • Minneapolis, MN • 612-825-1983 • usssa_membership@msn.com • www.2007snowshoenationals.com 03/10 Steel Sports Pain in the Pines Adventure Race 30M • Tyler, TX • 903-871-8466 • rodney@steelsports.net • www.SteelSports.net 03/10 Waco Trail Runs 10M, 20M, 50K • Waco, TX • 713-724-2611 • tneckar@houston.rr.com • www.runnerone.com 03/16 Three Days of Syllamo Stage Race 20K, 50K, 50M • Fifty Six, AR • 501-454-4391 • threedaysofsyllamo@mail.com • www.3daysofsyllamo.org 03/17 Prickly Pear 10 Mile and 50K Trail Runs 10M, 50K • San Antonio, TX • 210-651-6096 • billyg@satx.rr.com • www.pp1050.com 03/17 Red Bridge Ramble Trail Run 8M • Kansas City, MO • 816-810-0440 • badbendrs@yahoo.com • www.psychowyco.com 03/17 Rock Cut Trail Series #4 20K • Rockford, IL • 815-877-8164 • larrydswanson@cs.com • www.rockcuttrails.org 03/24 Germantown 7 & 14 Mile Trail Runs 7M, 14M • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 03/24 Grasslands Run 13.1M, 26.2M, 50M • Decatur, TX • 817-337-2685 • trailrun25@yahoo.com • www.nttr.org 03/24 Mountain Goat Hill Runs/Walk 5K, 10K, 15K • Danville, IL • 217-431-4243 • krr@kennekuk.com • www.kennekuk.com 03/24 No Frills All Thrills 5M Trail Run 5M • Brighton, MI • 734-834-0939 • info@nofrillsallthrillsrace.com • www.nofrillsallthrillsrace.com 03/31 Rock/Creek River Gorge Trail Race 6.5M, 10.2M • Chattanooga, TN • 423-265-0406 x 2 • brooke@rockcreek.com • http://www.rockcreek.com/ articles/trail_running/rivergorge_race.asp

East

03/03 Explore Your Limits 5K, 10K • Roaoke, VA • 540-427-1800 x 333 • tnicholson@explorepark.org • http://explorepark.org/events_programs/events_and_programs_events.html 03/03 Shadows of the Shenandoah 12/24 Hour Trail Races 12H, 24H • Charlottesville, VA • 434-293-7115 • rungillrun@adelphia.net • www.badtothebone.biz 03/04 Seneca Creek Trail Marathon and 50K 26.2M, 50K • Damascus, MD • 301-258-0281 • edschultze@comcast.net • www.mcrrc.org/racing/ race06/06Greenway.htm 03/11 Backyard Burn Trail Running Series Race #1 5M, 10M • Prince William Forest Park, VA • 571-251-6034 • info@ex2adventures.com • www.ex2adventures.com 03/11 Squiggy Classic 4H • Tampa, FL • 727-504-3110 • jessica@wecefar.com • www.wecefar.com 03/11 Trout Creek 15K & 5K Trail Runs 3.1M, 9.3M • Thonotosassa, FL • 813-404-9002 • uneekware@aol.com • www.tamparaces.com/troutcreek 03/18 Backyard Burn Trail Running Series Race #2 5M, 10M • Wakefield Park, Annandale, VA • 571-251-6034 • info@ex2adventures.com • www.ex2adventures.com 03/24 Bartram Trail Endurance Run 8M, 21M • Bryson City, NC • 800-232-7238 • specialevents@noc.com • www.noc.com/events 03/24 Bel Monte Endurance Run 25K, 50K • Charlottesville, VA • 434-293-7115 • rungillrun@adelphia.net • www.badtothebone.biz 03/24 Guana River 50K Trail Run 50K • South Ponte Vedra, FL • 904-269-3820 • GuanaTrail50KRD@comcast.net 03/25 Mudders and Grunters 5M • Yorktown Heights, NY • 845-628-0648 • Mudders2007@aol.com • www.runner.org 03/31 Umstead 100 Mile Endurance Run 100M • Raleigh, NC • 919-847-7613 • BlakeNorwood@nc.rr.com • www.umstead100.org

International

03/03 Dirty Duo Trail Races 25K, 50K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-990-9815 • info@dirtyduo.com • www.dirtyduo.com 03/04 Copper Canyon Ultra marathon 26.2M • Urique, Chihuahua, Mexico • 303 584-3076 • micah@caballoblanco.com • http://caballoblanco.com 03/04 Libyan Challenge 190K • Akakus, Southern Libyan Sahara, Libya • 33-623-35180 • info@libyanchallenge.co.uk • www.libyanchallenge.com 03/17 6633 Extreme Ultra 120M, 350M • Eagle Plain, YT, Canada • 208-787-2077 • info@dreamchaserevents.com • www.dreamchaserevents.com 03/17 Cold Foot Classic 50M • Yellowknife, NWT, Canada • 867-444-0389 • scott@ncar.ca 03/17 Diamond 300 300K • Yellowknife, NWT, Canada • 867-444-0389 • scott@ncar.ca • www.rockandiceultra.com 03/17 K-Rock 160 161K • Yellowknife, NWT, Canada • 867-444-0389 • scott@ncar.ca • www.rockandiceultra.com 03/17 Yeti Mountain Snowshoe Series - Cypress Mountain 5K, 10K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-599-3840 • info@theyeti.ca • www.theyeti.ca 03/18 Spring Mountain Highway Madness 15K, 30K, 45K, 60K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/springmhm 03/23 Marathon Des Sables 150M • Ouarzazate, Morocco • 208-787-2077 • info@dreamchaserevents.com • www.dreamchaserevents.com

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04/TBA Sunsweet Tehama Wildflowers 50K • Red Bluff, CA • 530-529-9759 • alabbs@tco.net 04/13 Sea Otter Classic Adventure Races • Monterey, CA • 800-218-8411 • info@seaotterclassic.com • www.seaotterclassic.com 04/14 American River 50-Mile Endurance Run 50M • Sacramento, CA • 916-387-8796 • wser100@comcast.net • www.run100s.com/ar.htm 04/14 Rattler Half Marathon 13.1M • Winthrop, WA • 509-996-3287 • events@mvsta.com • www.mvsta.com 04/14 Skyline Ridge Half Marathon & 10K 10K, 13.1M • Palo Alto, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 04/15 Peterson Ridge Rumble 30K, 60K • Sisters, OR • 541-549-1298 • smeissner@lycos.com • www.footzonebend.com/rumble 04/21 Friends of the Inyo Earth Day Fun Run 5K, 10K • Bishop, CA • 760-873-6500 • jamie@friendsoftheinyo.org • www.friendsoftheinyo.org 04/21 Great American Adventure Run 2.8M, 4.8M • Huntington Beach, CA • 714-841-5417 • ojrfinish@aol.com • www.nealand.com/finishline 04/21 Grizzly Mountain Ride & Tie 25M • Madras, OR • 360-681-6042 • rideandtie@aol.com • www.rideandtie.org 04/21 Leona Divide 50 Mile Run 50M • Lake Hughes, CA • 760-765-1149 • kimmerlys@yahoo.com • www.LeonaDivide.com 04/21 Muir Woods Marathon, 25K & 7 Mile 7M, 25K, 26.2M • Stinson Beach, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 04/22 Mt Si Relay and Ultra Runs 50K, 50M • Snoqualmie, WA • 206-300-4585 • mtsirelay@verizon.net • www.ontherunevents.com/mtsirelay/ 04/22 Spokane River Run 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K • Spokane, WA • 509-324-8804 • spokeaho@msn.com • www.spokaneriverrun.com 04/28 Capitol Peak Ultramarathon and Relay 50M, 55K • Olympia, WA • 360-455-1400 • j.pearch@comcast.net • www.capitolpeakultras.com/ CP50mile.htm 04/28 Catalina State Park 5 Mile Trail Run 5M • Tucson, AZ • 520-797-7867 • everyoneruns@comcast.net • www.everyoneruns.net

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04/28 Escape from Prison Hill Half Marathon & Relay 13.1M • Carson City, NV • 775-230-8483 • Jeffrey.Mark@us.army.mil • www.sagebrushstompers.org 04/28 King Of The Hills (KOTH) 1M, 5K, 10K • Glennville, CA • 661-333-4404 • LazyLilacRanch@hotmail.com 04/28 Zane Grey Highline 50 Mile Endurance Run 50M • Pine, AZ • 520-232-8900 • jazzzaz@comcast.net • www.zanegrey50.com

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04/TBA XTERRA Little Cottonwood Creek Trail Run 5K, 10K • Salt Lake City, UT • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 04/15 Canine Classic 5K or 10K Run/Walk 5K, 10K • Boulder, CO • 303-443-0400 • info@movingtoendsexualassault.org • www.movingtoendsexualassault.org 04/17 Greenland Trail Races 8M, 25K, 50K • Greenland, CO • 720-985-9047 • info@jdevents.org • www.Greenland50K.com 04/21 Desert R.A.T.S.: Spring Desert Ultra Trail Running Festival 5M, 10M, 25M, 50M • Fruita, CO • 303-249-1112 • reid_delman@geminiadventures.com • www.geminiadventures.com 04/21 Menan Butte Trail Challenge 5K, 8K • Menan, ID • 208-521-2243 • Info@PB-Performance.com • www.PB-Performance.com/pb/MBTC 04/28 Garfield Grumble 5M • Palisade, CO • 970-245-4243 • boogidieshoe@acsol.net • MMStriders.org

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04/01 Brew to Brew 43 Mile Relay & Solo Run 43M • Kansa City, MO • 816-228-3842 • ljoline@aol.com • www.brewtobrew.com 04/01 Clinton Lake Trail Run 30M • DeWitt, IL • 217-649-2505 • migotsky@uiuc.edu • www.secondwindrunningclub.org 04/01 Michigan Trail Half Marathon and Marathon 13.1M, 26.2M • Pinckney, MI • 248-347-4568 • tami@runningfit.com • www.trailmarathon.com 04/07 Rockin K Trail Run 26.3M, 50.6M • Kanopolis State Park, KS • 785-472-5454 • psheridan1@sbcglobal.net • www.ksultrarunners.info 04/07 Run Windigo 5K • Upland, IN • 765-378-3373 • ncross@gswc.ws • www.gswc.ws/events.htm 04/14 Lake McMurtry Trail Run 25K, 50K • Stillwater, OK • 918-744-1562 • TriSloth@earlblewett.net • www.earlblewett.net/LMTR.htm 04/14 McNaughton Park Trail Runs 50M, 100M, 150M • Pekin, IL • 309-346-3601 • aweinberg@pekinhigh.net • www.mcnaughtonparktrailruns.com

04/14 Shoe-Sucker Seven 7M • Huntington, IN • 260-356-6338 • rickybeemer@yahoo.com • www.rgbeemer.com 04/14 Twin Creek 6 Miler 6M • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 04/21 Double Chubb 25K, 50K • St Louis, MO • 573-763-5704 • slugrd@yahoo.com • www.stlouisultrarunnersgroup.net 04/21 Ouachita Trail 50 50K, 50M • Little Rock, AR • 501-329-6688 • OT50@RunArkansas.com • www.RunArkansas.com 04/21 Steel Sports Mineral Wells Adventure Race 50M • Mineral Wells, TX • 903-871-8466 • rodney@steelsports.net • www.SteelSports.net 04/21 Trail Mix Race 25K, 50K • Bloomington, MN • 763-588-1132 • OCW1949@aol.com • www.trailmixracemn.org 04/28 Free State Trail Runs 40M, 100K • Lawrence, KS • 816-810-0440 • badbendrs@yahoo.com • www.psychowyco.com 04/28 Pine Line Marathon & Relay 13.1M, 26.2M, 26.2R • Medford, WI • 715-748-4729 • chamber@dwave.net • www.medfordwis.com/pine_line_marathon.htm 04/28 Road Ends 5M • Pinckney, MI • 734-929-9027 • events@runningfit.com • www.trailmarathon.com 04/28 Skinnydipper Sun Run 5K • Decatur, TX • 940-627-5793 • murry@murry.com • www.skinnydippersunrun.com 04/29 Running Fit Trail Marathon & Half Marathon 13.1M, 26.2M • Pinckney, MI • 734-929-9027 • events@runningfit.com • www.trailmarathon.com

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04/TBA Babcock Gristmill Grinder 13.1M • Clifftop, WV • 304-575-3294 • grinder@gauleyrace.com • www.gauleyrace.com 04/TBA Promise Land 50K 50K • Bedford, VA • 434-582-2386 • runhorton@juno.com • www.extremeultrarunning.com 04/TBA Savage Adventure Race 20M • Chester County, PA • 866-338-5167 • info@goalsara.org • www.goalsara.org 04/01 Virginia Creeper Marathon 26.2M • Abingdon, VA • 423-288-4595 • runfrankrun@hotmail.com • www.runtricities.org/creepermarathon 04/06 Croom Trail Fools Run 15M, 50K, 50M • Brooksville, FL • 813-236-3251 • fools@wecefar.com • www.wecefar.com 04/07 Mt Penn Mudfest Trail Run 15K • Reading, PA • 610-779-2668 • rhornpcs@aol.com • www.active.com 04/07 Tyler Arboretum 10K 10K • Media, PA • 610-459-2764 • christopher_earley@yahoo.com • www.delcorrc.org

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04/TBA Yeti Ascent 14K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-599-3840 • info@theyeti.ca • www.theyeti.ca 04/07 Burnaby Mountain Run 11.2K, 22.4K • Burnaby, BC, Canada • 778-885-4814 • info@clubfatass.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/BurnabyMountain 04/21 Alpine Lodge Loop the Lake 25K • Nelson, New Zealand • 64-3-548-3655 • nelsonstriders@clear.net.nz • www.nelsonstriders.co.nz 04/21 Frontrunners GutBuster Trail Run #2 6K, 11K • Duncan, BC, Canada • 604-999-3331 • info@mindovermountain.com • www.gutbustertrailrun.com 04/21 Navigation Marathon 11H • Dundurn, SK, Canada • 306-260-2774 • mh.rosin@sasktel.net • www.accsask.ca/pages/navigation.htm 04/21 Seaton Trail 26K, 52K, 78K • Pickering, ON, Canada • 905-686-9740 • msamarelli@hotmail.com 04/28 E2C Eco Endurance Challenge 8H, 24H • Halifax, NS, Canada • 902-431-9184 • chris@breakersfish.com • www.hrsar.ca/E2C 04/28 Run To The Clouds 22K • Coquitlam, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/RunToTheClouds

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05/TBA City of Encinitas 5K/1K Run/Walk 1K, 5K • Encinitas, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 05/TBA XTERRA Vail Lakes Trail Run 5K, 10K • Temecula, CA • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 05/05 Miwok 100K 100K • Sausalito, CA • 303-333-1822 • miwok100k@aol.com • www.run100s.com/miwok 05/05 Prescott YMCA Whiskey Row Marathon 2M, 10K, 13.1M, 26.2M • Prescott, AZ • 928-445-7221 • laura@prescottymca.org • www.prescottymca.org 05/05 Sunflower Relay and Iron 21.5M • Winthrop, WA • 509-996-3287 • events@mvsta.com • www.mvsta.com 05/12 Mt Tam Wild Boar Ridge Run 10K, 18K • Mill Valley, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 05/12 Quicksilver Trail Endurance Runs 25K, 50K, 50M • San Jose, CA • 408-358-3603 • janotomo@earthlink.net • www.quicksilver-running.com 05/12 XTERRA Malibu Creek Trail Run 14M • Malibu, CA • 310-260-7898 • brennan@genericevents.com • www.trailrace.com 05/13 Spring Salmon Run 10K • Nevada City, CA • 530-273-3183 • susanm@woolman.org • www.woolman.org/salmonrun.html 05/19 Bishop High Sierra Ultra-Marathons 20M, 50K, 50M • Bishop, CA • 760 873-5373 • andrew.boyd2@verizon.net • www.bhs50.com 05/19 Cougar Mountain Trail Running Series #1 5M • Newcastle, WA • 206-329-1466 • searunco@aol.com • www.seattlerunningcompany.com 05/19 McDonald Forest 50K 50K • Corvallis, OR • 541-715-5332 • ken.ward@hp.com • www.mac.oregontrailseries.org

05/19 Paiute Meadows Trail Run 2M, 4.7M • Susanville, CA • 530-257-2294 • philnemir@hotmail.com • www.theschedule.com 05/19 Silver State 50K/50M 33.3K, 50M • Reno, NV • 775-830-4384 • stanostrom@sbcglobal.net • www.silverstatestriders.com 05/19 Watershed Preserve 12-Hour Trail Race 12H • Redmond, WA • 206-795-0338 • cdralph@comcast.net • www.cascaderunningclub.com 05/20 Ohlone Wilderness 50K Trail Run 50K • Fremont, CA • 510-653-5271 • ohlone50k@abovethefog.net • www.abovethefog.net 05/20 Tilden Tough Ten Miler 10M • Berkeley, CA • 510-644-4224 • zinger95@earthlink.net • www.lmjs.org 05/26 Mazama 10K 10K • Winthrop, WA • 509-996-3287 • events@mvsta.com • www.mvsta.com 05/26 Mt Wilson Trail Race 8.6M • Sierra Madre, CA • 626-355-5278 • eweaver@ci.sierra-madre.ca.us • www.mountwilsontrailrace.com

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05/TBA Golden Gate Canyon Trail Half-Marathon 12.7M • Gilpin County, CO • 303-870-0487 • info@runuphillracing.com • www.runuphillracing.com 05/05 Collegiate Peaks Trail Run 25M, 50M • Buena Vista, CO • 719-395-2472 • chamber@buenavistacolorado.org • www.collegiatepeakstrailrun.org 05/12 Alex Hoag Run for Sunshine 1M, 5K • Colorado Springs, CO • 719-660-1346 • kimkhoag@adelphia.net • www.alexhoagrun.org 05/12 Don’t Fence Me In Trail Runs 5K, 12K • Helena, MT • 406-443-1343 • mpmiller93@yahoo.com • www.pricklypearlt.org 05/12 HighLine Canal Trail Run 5K, 10K • Centennial, CO • 303-798-7515 • allisonb@ssprd.org • www.sspr.org 05/13 Angel Fire Ascent 8M • Angel Fire, NM • 505-489-1416 • aascent@maxeventspro.com • www.maxeventspro.com/aascent.htm 05/19 Balarat Trail Run 6M • Jamestown, CO • 720-424-2940 • patrick_emery@dpsk12.org • http://balarat.dpsk12.org 05/19 Jemez Mountain 50 Mile and 50K Runs 50K, 50M • Los Alamos, NM • 505-662-5959 • apgoldman@swcp.com • www.highaltitudeathletics.org 05/27 Medicine Bow Half Marathon 13.1M • Laramie, WY • 307-635-3316 • RunWyo@msn.com • www.angelfire.com/wy2/marathon 05/27 Rocky Mountain Double Marathon 52.4M • Laramie, WY • 307-635-3316 • RunWyo@msn.com • www.angelfire.com/wy2/marathon 05/27 Vedauwoo 5K 5K • Laramie, WY • 307-635-3316 • RunWyo@msn.com • www.angelfire.com/wy2/marathon 05/27 Wyoming Marathon 26.2M • Laramie, WY • 307-635-3316 • RunWyo@msn.com • www.angelfire.com/wy2/marathon

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05/TBA Moosejaw Bump & Jump 5K, 10K • Iola, WI • 608-527-4924 • trevents@wors.org • www.trailrun.wors.org 05/05 Pilot Knob 15K Trail Race 15K • Forest City, IA • 641-424-5161 • pilotknobtrailrace@yahoo.com • www.pilotknobtrailrace.com 05/09 George Rodgers Clark 5K 5K • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 05/12 Ice Age Trail 50 Mile & 50K 50K, 50M • La Grange, WI • 262-628-3270 • info@iceagetrail50.com • www.iceagetrail50.com 05/19 Berryman Trail Run 26.2M, 50M • Potosi, MO • 573-763-5704 • slugrd@yahoo.com • www.stlouisultrarunnersgroup.net 05/19 Run with the Foxes 5K, 10K, 10M, 13M • Morgan-Monroe State Forest, IN • 765-349-0204 • hikers@scican.net • www.HoosierHikersCouncil.org 05/19 Superior Trail Race 25K, 50K • Lutsen, MN • 651-227-6071 • gretchen.haas@mnsu.edu • www.superiortrailrace.com/

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05/TBA G reat Glen Spring Trail Running Series 2.5K, 6K • Gorham, NH • 603-466-2333 • amy@greatglentrails.com • www.greatglentrails.com 05/TBA M udslinger 5 5M • Saratoga Springs, NY • 518-584-2000 • John.orsini@oprhp.state.ny.us • www.Saratogastryders.org 05/06 Blue Hills Trail Races 3M, 10M • Milton, MA • 781-447-2812 • jgoldrosen@earthlink.net • www.colonialrunners.org 05/06 EX2 Off-Road Marathon and Half Marathon 13M, 26M • Prince William Forest Park, VA • 571-251-6034 • info@ex2adventures.com • www.ex2adventures.com 05/12 Capon Valley Run 50K • Yellow Spring, WV • 304-874-4073 • robinkane@msn.com • www.iplayoutside.com/capon50 05/12 Long Island Greenbelt Trail 50K Run 50K • Plainview, NY • 516 349-7646 • spolansky@aol.com • www.glirc.org 05/12 Thom B Trail Run 13K, 26K • Dryden, NY • 607-844-8081 • kurtz@syrres.com • www.fingerlakesrunners.org 05/13 Spring Trail Run 5.3M • Kingston Twp, PA • 570-474-5363 • wyovalstr@aol.com • www.members.aol.com/wyovalstri/wyoval.htm 05/19 Dirty Dog 15K Trail Run 15K • Charleston, WV • 304-741-3531 • danieltodd@charter.net • www.wvmtr.org 05/19 Fort Mill Ramble Trail Half Marathon & 8k 8K, 13.1M • Fort Mill, SC • 704-507-9337 • tim@racescapes.com • www.trailevents.com 2007 January | Trailrunnermag.com 47

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05/19 HUMP 50K+ Trail 50K • Landenberg, PA • 215-204-3315 • hunt.bartine@temple.edu • www.traildawgs.org 05/19 Massanutten Mountain Trails 100 Mile Run 100M; Front Royal, VA; stanruns@att.net; www.vhtrc.com/mmt 05/19 Run for the Sparrow 5K • Valley Forge, PA • 610-408-0830 • walexbarth@msn.com • www.pahomeofthesparrow.org 05/19 Twisted Ankle Trail Marathon And Half Marathon 13.1M, 26.2M • Summerville, GA • 706-639-9283 • beckyworld@windstream.net • www.rungeorgiatrails.com 05/20 Highland Forest 1-2-3 10M, 20M, 30M • Fabius, NY • mdriscol@mailbox.syr.edu • www.syracusechargers.org 05/20 Soapstone Mountain Trail Races 14.5M • Stafford Springs, CT • 860-512-0125 • deb@horstengineering.com • www.shenipsitstriders.org 05/20 Trav’s Trail Run 3M • Newburyport, MA • 978-463-2876 • dhennigar2@hotmail.com 05/24 Van Cortlandt Track Club Summer Series #1 5K • Bronx, NY • 201-768-0202 • maryfred919@aol.com • www.vctc.org 05/26 Odyssey Wild, Wonderful Adventure Race 24H • New River Gorge, WV • 540-444-4422 • info@OARevents.com • www.OARevents.com 05/26 Wachusett Mountain Trail Run 4.3M • Princeton, MA • 508-890-8811 • barbm301@charter.net • www.usatfne.org 05/27 Pineland Farms 50K & 25K Trail Challenge 25K, 50K • New Gloucester, ME • 207-775-6549 • iparlin@maine.rr.com • www.mainetrackclub.com/pinelandfarms 05/27 Wickham Park Marathon, 50, 100 and 200 Mile Fun Runs 26.2M, 50M, 100M, 200M • Melbourne, FL • 321-724-1582 • matmahoney@yahoo.com • http://mattmahoney.net/wickham/

06/06 Dipsea Race 7.1M • Mill Valley, CA • 415-331-3550 • mervregan62@yahoo.com • www.dipsea.org 06/09 Cougar Mountain Trail Run Series #2 7.5M • Cougar Mountain, WA • 206-329-1469 • searunco@aol.com • www.seattlerunningcompany.com/ Events/Cougar/cougararmtn1.html 06/09 Descanso Ride and Tie 25M, 12M • Descanso, CA • 619-445-5443 • endurance@hughes.net • www.rideandtie.org 06/09 Lake Youngs Ultra 38.5M • Renton, WA • 206-271-1144 • aj_martineau@yahoo.com • www.marathonmaniacs.com/Lake_Youngs_Ultra.htm 06/10 Holcomb Valley 33/15 Mile Trail Run 15M, 33M • Big Bear Lake, CA • 909-584-7925 • raceinfo@holcombvalleytrailruns.com • www.holcombvalleytrailruns.com 06/10 North Olympic Discovery Marathon 13.1M, 26.2M • Sequim, WA • 360-417-1301 • larry@nodm.com • www.nodm.com 06/10 Valley Crest Half Marathon 13.1M • Tarzana, CA • 505-756-4217 • valleycrestrun@yahoo.com • www.valleycrestrun.com 06/11 Eagle Lake Run 5K • Susanville, CA • 530-257-3369 • babymud@frontiernet.net 06/16 World Championship Ride and Tie Humboldt Forest, CA • 619-445-2060 • contact@rideandtie.org • www.rideandtie.org 06/17 Woodminster Cross Country Race 9M • Oakland, CA • 510-655-8228 • twosails@att.net • www.home.alamedanet.net/~mhovermale/ 06/23 Double Dipsea 13.8M • Stinson Beach, CA • 415-586-3104 • runkenrun@aol.com • www.doubledipsea.com 06/23 Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run 100M • Squaw Valley, CA • 916-387-8796 • wser100@comcast.net • www.ws100.com

International

06/TBA Twilight Trail Series #1 6.6M • Golden/Evergreen, CO • 303-870-0487 • runuphill@runuphillracing.com • www.runuphillracing.com 06/TBA XTERRA Snowbird Trail Run 5K, 10K • Salt Lake City, UT • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 06/02 Adams Gulch Fun Run 4.2M • Ketchum, ID • 208-726-3497 • brosso@elephantsperch.com • www.elephantsperch.com 06/02 Fish Hatchery 5K 5K • Leadville, CO • 719-486-5317 • leadville_sports@hotmail.com 06/02 Kelly Canyon Trail Run 5M • Ririe, ID • 208 521.2243 • Info@PB-Performance.com • www.PB-Performance.com/pb/KCTR 06/02 National Trails Day Race 8.1M • Cloudcroft, NM • 505-682-3040 • barbsp@zianet.com • www.nmrailstotrails.org 06/02 Squaw Peak 50 Mile Trail Run 50M • Provo, UT • 801-226-6789 • jbozung@aol.com • www.squawpeak50.com 06/03 TEVA Mountain Games 5K, 10K • Vail, CO • 970-479-2280 • jrabinowitz@vailrec.com • www.vailrec.com 06/03 Turquoise Lake Half Marathon 13M • Leadville, CO • 719-486-5317 • leadville_sports@hotmail.com 06/09 Camp 4 Coffee Cart to Cart Run 16.5M • Crested Butte, CO • 970-349-5326 • cristian@rmi.net • www.cbmountainrunners.org 06/13 Summit Trail Running Series #1 - Bakers Tank 5K, 10K • Breckenridge, CO • 970-547-4333 • staceyt@townofbreckenridge.com • www.townofbreckenridge.com 06/14 FIBArk Tenderfoot Hill Climb 1M • Salida, CO • 719-539-5703 • salidarecreation@yahoo.com • www.salidarec.com 06/15 Bighorn Trail 100 100M • Dayton, WY • 307-672-5356 • bighorntrailrun@yahoo.com • www.bighorntrailrun.com 06/16 Bighorn Mountain Wild and Scenic Trail Runs 30K, 50K, 50M • Dayton, WY • 307-672-5356 • bighorntrailrun@yahoo.com • www.bighorntrailrun.com 06/16 Hot Springs Shortcuty 7M • Steamboat Springs, CO • 970-879-9853 • www.runningseries.com 06/16 Jim Bridger Trail Run 10M • Bozeman, MT • 406-580-4415 • per@chengineers.com 06/16 Kremmling Classic 5K, 10K • Kremmling, CO • 877-573-6654 • info@kremmlingchamber.com • www.kremmlingchamber.com/events 06/16 San Juan Solstice 50 50M • Lake City, CO • 970-944-2269 • grayj@lakecity.net • www.lakecity50.com 06/17 Desert R.A.T.S. 6-Day Stage Race 148M • Moab, UT • 303-249-1112 • reid_delman@geminiadventures.com • www.geminiadventures.com 06/17 FIBArk Trail Run 10K • Salida, CO • 719-539-5703 • salidarecreation@yahoo.com • www.salidarec.com 06/17 Joe Colton’s Off Road Adventure Run 1M, 5K, 10K, 10M, 15M • Rollinsville, CO • 303-258-7113 • Lori.kinczel@igc.org • www.joecoltonadventure.org 06/23 Desert R.A.T.S. Marathon 26.2M • Moab, UT • 303-249-1112 • reid_delman@geminiadventures.com • www.geminiadventures.com 06/23 Leadville Trail 100 Training Camp 12M, 21M, 26M • Leadville, CO • 719-486-3502 • www.leadvilletrail100.com 06/23 Old Gabe 25/50K 25K, 50K • Bozeman, MT • 406-556-1496 • trailrunner@montana.net • www.math.montana.edu/~thayes/Runs

12TH ANNUAL

KETTLE MORAINE 100 ENDURANCE RUNS: 100 Mile (solo & relay), 100km events and 38 mile fun run June 2-3, 2007

05/TBA Keremeos Kruncher 25K, 50K • Keremeos, BC, Canada • 250-499-2680 • eaglemoe@nethop.net • www.eagleruns.com 05/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - COP 5K, 10K • Canada Olympic Park, AB, Canada • 604-308-4666 • info@5peaks.com • www.fivepeaks.com 05/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Dundas 5K, 10K • Toronto, ON, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 05/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Golden Ears 6K, 13K • Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 05/05 Toronto Ultra 30K, 50K, 100K • Toronto, ON, Canada • 905-887-2589 • johnremington@hotmail.com • www.ouser.org 05/12 Ganaraska 12.5K, 25K, 50K • Horseshoe Valley, ON, Canada • 705-327-2156 • cdanrun@gmail.com • www.ouser.org 05/12 North Shore Enduro 6H • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/enduro 05/19 Great Wall Marathon/ Half Marathon/ 10 K - China 10K, 13.1M, 26M • Beijing, China • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 05/26 Chasqui Challenge 21.5M, 27.5M • Cusco, Peru • 800-289-9470 • info@andesadventures.com • www.andesadventures.com/runadv.htm 05/26 Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Marathon - May 27.5M • Cusco, Peru • 800-289-9470 • info@andesadventures.com • www.andesadventures.com/runadv.htm 05/26 Iron Knee 25K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 778-688-4149 • eric@ironlung.ca • www.ironknee.ca 05/26 Sulphur Springs Trail Run 10K, 25K, 50K, 50M, 100M • Ancaster, ON, Canada • 905-333-0652 • jhewitt9@cogeco.ca • www.burlingtonrunners.com 05/26 Tender Knee 12K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 778-688-4149 • eric@ironlung.ca • www.ironknee.ca 05/27 Blackfoot Ultra 25K, 50K, 50M, 100K • Edmonton, AB, Canada • 780-431-2775 • info@blackfootultra.com • www.blackfootultra.com 05/29 Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon 42K • Kathmandu, Nepal • 603-374-2438 • becky@everestmarathon.com • www.everestmarathon.com

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J u n e

Pacific/Desert

06/TBA Sunsweet Trail Festival Downhill 4.5M • Oakridge, OR • 530-529-9759 • alabbs@tco.net 06/TBA Sunsweet Trail Festival Hill Climb 5M • Oakridge, OR • 530-529-9759 • alabbs@tco.net 06/TBA Sunsweet Trail Festival Westfir 50K 50K • Westfir, OR • 530-529-9759 • alabbs@tco.net 06/02 NACA Sacred Mountain Prayer Run 2K, 5K, 10K • Flagstaff, AZ • 928-526-2968 • cpohl@nacainc.org • www.nacainc.org 06/02 Race Beneath the Sun 5M • Bellingham, WA • 360-733-4386 • carolynrdh@hotmail.com • www.gbrc.net 06/03 Lake Chabot Trail Challenge 5K, 13.1M • Castro Valley, CA • 408-209-8680 • mraffee@comcast.net • www.goldenbayrunners.org 06/03 Practice Dipsea 6.8M • Mill Valley, CA • 415-978-0837 • www.dserunners.com 48 Trailrunnermag.com | January 2007

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Heartland

06/TBA 9-Mile Forest Trail Runs 5K, 10K • Wausau, WI • 608-527-4924 • trevents@wors.org • www.trailrun.wors.org 06/TBA XTERRA Oak Mountain Trail Run 5K, 10K • Pelham, AL • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 06/02 Another Dam 50K 50K • Englewood Ohio, OH • 937-684-4117 • frankfenton@excite.com • www.fmfhome.com/ad50k 06/02 Blue Mound Trail Run 14K, 25K • Blue Mounds, WI • 608-437-3782 • billvh23@yahool.com • www.bluemoundtrailrun.com 06/02 FANS 12 & 24 Hour Race 12H, 24H • Minneapolis, MN • 612-377-1682 • fans24hour@lycos.com • www.fans24hour.org 06/02 Kettle Moraine 100 Endurance Runs 38M, 100K, 100M, 100R • La Grange, WI • 608-259-2311 • kettle100run@yahoo.com • www.kettle100.com 06/03 Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon, Half & Relay 13.1M, 26.2M • Deadwood, SD • 605-641-3534 • leanhorse@rushmore.com • www.DeadwoodMickelsonTrailMarathon.com 06/06 Sugarcreek Trail Races 5K, 10K • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 06/08 Flirt With Dirt 5K, 10K • Novi, MI • 734-929-9027 • events@runningfit.com • www.runflirt.com 06/09 Lake Mingo Trail Run 7.1M • Danville, IL • 217-431-5318 • krr@kennekuk.com • www.kennekuk.com 06/09 North Country Trail Relay 77M • Baldwin, MI • 616-786-2945 • nctrelay@nctrelay.org • www.nctrelay.org 06/09 Run for Youth 5K, 25K • Marquette, MI • 906-228-4932 • chad@upyfc.org • www.runforyouth.org 06/16 Laacke & Joys Urban Tadpole Adventure Race A • Milwaukee, WI • 414-2717885 • pdaniel@laackeandjoys.com • www.laackeandjoys.com 06/16 Mohican Trail 100 Mile 100M • Loudonville, OH • 419-989-0239 • rlstrong@mohican100.org • www.mohican100.org 06/23 Summer Intro Trail Run 7M • Kansas City, MO • 816-810-0440 • badbendrs@yahoo.com • www.psychowyco.com

East

06/TBA Cradle of Liberty 24 Hour Adventure Race 20M, 100M • Philadelphia, PA • 866-338-5167 • info@goalsara.org • www.goalsara.org 06/TBA Pack Monadnock Mountain Run 10M • Wilton, NH • 603-880-9479 • Packmonadnock1@aol.com • www.packmonadnockrace.com 06/TBA There’s A Black Fly In My Eye 15K Trail Run and Relay 15K • Gorham, NH • 603-466-2333 • amy@greatglentrails.com • www.greatglentrails.com 06/02 Green Mountain Relay 200M • Jeffersonville, VT • paul@timberlineevents.com • www.GreenMountainRelay.com 06/02 Tortoise & Hare Trail Run 10K • Ithaca, NY • 607-257-2108 • kcb1@cornell.edu • www.fingerlakesrunners.org 06/02 Wissahickon Trail Classic 10K • Philadelphia, PA • 215-951-0330 x 131 • accesssports@rhd.org • www.wissahickontrailclassic.org 06/03 NipMuck Trail Marathon 26.4M • Ashford, CT • 860-455-1096 • nipmuckdave@wmconnect.com • www.Marathonguide.com 06/03 Whiteface Mountain Uphill Footrace 8M • Wilmington, NY • 888-944-8232 • info@whitefacerace.com • www.whitefacerace.com 06/06 Van Cortlandt Track Club Summer Series #2 5K • Bronx, NY • 201-768-0202 • maryfred919@aol.com • www.vctc.org 06/09 Laurel Highlands Ultra & 50K 50K, 70.5M • Ohiopyle, PA • 412-854-3104 • rfreeman@access995.com • www.laurelultra.com 06/09 Northfield Mountain 10K Trail Race 10K • Northfield, MA • 978-691-6727 • dave.dunham@comcast.net • www.cmsrun.org 06/16 Great Adirondack Trail Run 11.5M • Keene Valley, NY • 518-576-2281 • mountaineer@mountaineer.com • www.mountaineer.com 06/16 Highlands Sky Trail Run 40M • Davis, WV • 304-924-5835 • wvmtr@starband.net • www.wvmtr.org 06/16 XTERRA James River Scramble 10K • Richmond, VA • 804-285-9495 • info@sportsbackers.org • www.sportsbackers.org 06/17 Greylock Trail Races 3M, 13.1M • Adams, MA • 802-423-7537 • dion@bcn.net • www.runwmac.com

06/17 Pippit K9 5K Trail Run 5K • Fort Mill, SC • 704-507-9337 • run@sharksbite.com • www.racescapes.com 06/17 Tanglewood Tanglefoot Trail Run 5M, 10M • Elmira, NY • 607-7326060 • twood2004@aol.com • tanglewoodnc@stny.rr.com • www.tangle-wood.org 06/21 Van Cortlandt Track Club Summer Series #3 5K • Bronx, NY • 201-768-0202 • maryfred919@aol.com • www.vctc.org 06/23 Mason Dixon Trail Longest Day 100k 100K • Havre de Grace, MD • 215-204-3315 • www.traildawgs.org 06/23 Paul Mailman Ten Miler 10M • Montpelier, VT • 802-229-3117 • brose@nationallife.com • cvrunners.org 06/24 Cranmore Hill Climb 10K • North Conway, NH • 603-367-8676 • info@whitemountainmilers.com • www.whitemountainmilers.com 06/24 Double Trouble Trail Races 15K, 30K • Birdsboro, PA • 610-779-2668 • rhornpcs@aol.com • www.pretzelcitysports.com 06/30 Finger Lakes Fifties 25K, 50K, 50M • Hector, NY • 607-564-1804 • www.fingerlakesrunners.org

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International

06/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Cypress Mountain 5K, 10K • West Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 06/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Mt Ste Anne 5K, 10K • Mt Ste Anne, ON, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 06/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Rattlesnake 5K, 10K • Toronto, ON, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 06/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Sibbald Flats 5K, 10K • Sibbald Flats, AB, Canada • 604-308-4666 • info@5peaks.com • www.fivepeaks.com 06/02 Frontrunners GutBuster Trail Run #3 5K, 11K • Victoria, BC, Canada • 604-999-3331 • info@mindovermountain.com • www.gutbustertrailrun.com 06/02 Scorched Sole Ultra 25K, 50K • Kelowna, BC, Canada • 250-862-2515 • shirleeross@shaw.ca • www.scorchedsole.com 06/02 Vancouver 100 12.1K, 24.2K, 37.5K, 62.5K, 75.8K, 87.9K, 100K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/Vancouver100 06/09 Vancouver Skyline XTC 25K, 50K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/xtc 06/10 Edge to Edge Half Marathon 13.1M • Ucluelet, BC, Canada • 604-999-3331 • info@mindovermountain.com • www.edgetoedgemarathon.com 06/10 Mud Run Canada - June 1.5K, 10K • Toronto, ON, Canada • 416-444-3899 • info@adventureracingcanada.com • www.adventureracingcanada.com 06/11 Ecuador Running Adventure 6M, 9M, 13.5M, 19M • Quito, Ecuador • 800-289-9470 • info@andesadventures.com • www.andesadventures.com/runadv.htm 06/17 Gobi March (China) 250K • Kashgar, China • 120-2478-0218 • info@racingtheplanet.com • www.racingtheplanet.com 06/22 Verdon Canyon Challenge 110K • Aiguines, France • 44-208-123-7168 • info@verdoncanyonchallenge.com • www.verdoncanyonchallenge.com 06/23 Kusam Klimb 23.2K • Sayward, BC, Canada • 250-282-0018 • sfs@island.net • www.kusamklimb.ca

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Pacific/Desert

07/TBA Ross Lake 3-Day Trail Run 72H • North Cascades National Park, WA • 253-905-6634 • Adrienne@AnewOutdoors.com 07/TBA San Clemente Ocean Festival 5K, 1M • San Clemente, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 07/04 Coronado Independence Day 15K/5K 5K, 15K • Coronado, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com 07/04 Mountain Marathon Race 3M • Seward, AK • 907-224-8051 • events@seward.net • www.seward.com 07/07 Cougar Mountain Trail Run Series #3 10M • Cougar Mountain, WA • 206-329-1466 • searunco@aol.com • www.seattlerunningcompany.com/ Events/Cougar/cougararmtn1.html 07/08 Coastal Trail Challenge Handicap 10K, 13.1M • San Francisco, CA • 415-978-0837 • www.dserunners.com 07/14 Clackamas River Runoff 8K, 15K • Estacada, OR • 503-327-5531 • cneely@RogueMultiSport.com • www.RogueMultiSport.com 07/14 Siskiyou Out Back Trail Run 15K, 50K • Ashland, OR • 541-482-1530 • mbailey@mind.net • www.siskiyououtback.com 07/17 Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Run 6M • Morro Bay, CA • 805-772-6281 • ksweeny@morro-bay.ca.us • www.leaguelineup.com/rock2pier 07/21 Bandit Springs Ride and Tie 30M, 25M, 12M • Prineville, OR • 541-485-7106 • contact@rideandtie.org • www.rideandtie.org 07/21 Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs 50K, 50M, 100M • Lake Tahoe, NV • 530-542-3424 • trt50k50m@sbcglobal.net • www.tahoemtnmilers.org/trt50 07/28 Mt Hood PCT 50/50 (Scott McQueeney Memorial) 50K, 50M • Clackamas Lake, OR • 503-282-5692 • longrunpdx@gmail.com • www.orrc.net 2007 January | Trailrunnermag.com 49

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07/28 White River 50 50M • Crystal Mountain, WA • 206-329-1466 • searunco@aol.com • www.seattlerunningcompany.com • www.whiteriver50.com

Colorado Relay – 2007 10th Anniversary!

Rockies

• Team Relay Race • September 21-22, 2007 • Teams of 5-12 • 170 miles • 30 Legs (av. ~6mi. each) • 3 high-mountain passes • Full moon • Colorado in Fall • Trail, bikepath, dirt road, frontage roads • 9 Team Divisions • Capacity: 150 teams • Register before 12/31/06 for special pricing

Colorado Relay – 2006

These two runners (above and main) are on Leg 11, covering 12.9 miles up and over Georgia Pass on single-track trail and dirt road. Skirts optional.

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07/TBA Argentine Pass Marathon 24M • Silverplume, CO • 303-870-0487 • info@runuphillracing.com • www.runuphillracing.com 07/TBA Paint Mines 6K Run and Walk 6K • Calhan, CO • 719-520-6384 • nancyhobbs@elpasoco.com • www.elpasoco.com/parks 07/TBA Snow King Hill Climb 2.3M • Jackson, WY • 307-739-9025 • jharkness@tetonwyo.org • www.tetonwyo.org/parks 07/TBA Twilight Trail Series #2 6.9M • Golden/Evergreen, CO • 303-870-0487 • runuphill@runuphillracing.com • www.runuphillracing.com 07/TBA Twilight Trail Series #3 10K • Golden/Evergreen, CO • 303-870-0487 • runuphill@runuphillracing.com • www.runuphillracing.com 07/TBA XTERRA Mountain View Trail Run 5K, 10K • Salt Lake City, UT • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 07/04 Scar Top Mountain Run 12K • Golden, CO • 303-642-7917 • info@racingunderground.com • www.racingunderground.com 07/04 Summit Trail Running Series #3 - New Nordic 6K, 12K • Breckenridge, CO • 970-547-4333 • staceyt@townofbreckenridge.com • www.townofbreckenridge.com 07/07 North Idaho Kick Ass Run 25M, 50M • Eastport, ID • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/NorthIdahoKickAss 07/07 TEVA Vail Hill Climb 7.5M • Vail, CO • 970-479-2280 • jrabinowitz@vailrec.com • www.vailrec.com 07/08 Summer Roundup Trail Run 12K • Colorado Springs, CO • 719-473-2625 • raceinfo@pikespeakmarathon.org • www.pikespeakmarathon.org 07/13 Hardrock 100 100M • Silverton, CO • 970-259-3693 • hardrock100@bresnan.net • www.run100s.com/HR 07/14 Devil’s Backbone 50 Miler 50M • Bozeman, MT • 406-556-1496 • trailrunner@montana.net • www.math.montana.edu/~thayes/Runs 07/14 Howelsen Hill 8 Miler 8M • Steamboat Springs, CO • 970-846-2593 • waltermagill@yahoo.com • www.runningseries.com 07/15 Barr Trail Mountain Race 12M • Manitou Springs, CO • 719-590-7086 • www.runpikespeak.com 07/15 High Mountain Trail 25K & 50K 25K, 50K • Leadville, CO • 210-573-3997 • coachamanda@earthlink.net • www.hminet.org 07/18 Summit Trail Running Series #4 - Little French 8K, 12K • Breckenridge, CO • 970-547-4333 • staceyt@townofbreckenridge.com • www.townofbreckenridge.com 07/21 Elephant’s Perch Backcountry Run 10M, 16.5M • Ketchum, ID • 208-726-3497 • mary@fauths.com • www.elephantsperch.com 07/22 TEVA Vail Half Marathon 13.1M • Vail, CO • 970-479-2280 • jrabinowitz@vailrec.com • www.vailrec.com 07/28 Grand Prix Classic 10K 10K • Colorado Springs, CO • 719-635-8803 • director@csgrandprix.com • www.csgrandprix.com 07/28 Run for the Pearl 12M • Idaho Falls, ID • 208-520-5730 • wendy@buy-in-idaho.com • www.buy-in-idaho.com

Heartland

07/TBA Grimes Farm Run ... A Walk in the Park 8K • Marshalltown, IA • 641-752-9778 • grimesbarr@aol.com • www.grimesfarm.com 07/TBA Scheels Chippewa Valley Firecracker 5K, 10K • Eau Claire, WI • 608-5274924 • trevents@wors.org • www.trailrun.wors.org 07/07 Afton Trail Run 25K, 50K • Afton State Park, MN • 651-429-8342 • aftontrailrun@yahoo.com • www.aftontrailrun.com 07/07 Keweenaw Trail Running Festival 5.8K, 10K, 25K • Copper Harbor, MI • 715-460-0426 • jcrumbaugh@charter.net • www.greatlakesendurance.com 07/11 Carriage Hill 5K 5K • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 07/14 Half Voyageur Trail Marathon 26.2M • Duluth, MN • 218-729-5949 • BDCurnow@msn.com 07/14 XTERRA Stump Jumpin’ Trail Stomp 5K, 10K • Lawrence, KS • info@klmmarketingsolutions.com • www.midwesttrailruns.com 07/21 Eudora Horsethief Run 4M • Eudora, KS • 785 749-4227 • pmboone@sunflower. com • www.eudoracrosscountry.com 07/22 Great Spillway Classic 3M • Norco, LA • 504-482-6682 • chucknotc@aol. com • www.runNOTC.org 10/13/06 10:08:33 AM 07/28 Grand Island Trail Marathon & 10K 10K, 26.2M • Munising, MI • 715-460-0426 • jcrumbaugh@charter.net • www.greatlakesendurance.com 07/28 Minnesota Voyageur Trail Ultra 50M • Carlton, MN • 218-525-4112 • trailrun@frontiernet.net • www.voyageurtrailrun.com 07/28 Red Devil Challenge 5K • Holton, MI • justinmeri@yahoo.com

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07/TBA Forge the Gorgeous 7M • Moravia, NY • 607-351-6778 • timingall@ hotmail.com • www.fingerlakesrunners.org 07/TBA Mt. Ascutney Run to the Summit 3.7M • Windsor, VT • 802-674-2060 • ascutney@anr.state.vt.us • www.usatfne.org/trail/index.html

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race calendar « 07/05 Van Cortlandt Track Club Summer Series Relay 2M • Bronx, NY • 201-768-0202 • maryfred919@aol.com • www.vctc.org 07/08 Loon Mountain Race 6M • Lincoln, NH • 603-367-8676 • 978-857-2605 • info@whitemountainmilers.com • www.whitemountainmilers.com 07/14 Sammy’s Six Hour Birthday Run 6H • Upper St. Clair, PA • 412-854-5494 • Sam@DHClean.com • www.GPRR.org 07/15 Indian Ladder Trail Runs 3.5M, 15K • Voorheesville, NY • 518-439-5822 • mjkhome@earthlink.net • www.hmrrc.com 07/15 Virgil Forest Frolic 7K, 15K • Virgil, NY • 607-277-7816 • sryan004@twcny.rr.com • www.fingerlakesrunners.org 07/19 Van Cortlandt Track Club Summer Series #4 5K • Bronx, NY • 201-768-0202 • maryfred919@aol.com • www.vctc.org 07/20 Vermont 100 Endurance Run 100M • Brownsville, VT • 802-728-5294 • vt100@vermontadaptive.org • www.vermont100.com 07/21 Damn Wakely Dam Ultra 32.6M • Piseco Lake, NY • 315-456-2590 • RD@WakelyDam.com • www.wakelydam.com 07/21 Odyssey One-Day Adventure Race 24H • Roanoke, VA • 540-444-4422 • info@OARevents.com • www.OARevents.com 07/21 St Roch Trail Run 24K • Elkton, MD • 800-949-1003 x 5422 • philruth55@yahoo.com • www.traildawgs.org 07/28 Jay Mountain Marathon 30.5M • Jay, VT • rd@jaychallenge.com • www.jaychallenge.com 07/28 Take Pride in Your Hide 5K XC Run/Walk 5K • Reidsville, NC • 704-880-4561 • Takepride5k@aol.com • www.bar-s-ranch.com 07/29 Escarpment Trail Run 30K • Windham, NY • 518-678-3293 • Escarpmenttrail@aol.com • www.escarpmenttrail.com

International

07/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Delta Lodge 5K, 10K • Kananaskis, AB, Canada • 604-308-4666 • info@5peaks.com • www.fivepeaks.com 07/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Devon 5K, 10K • Edmonton, AB, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 07/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Mansfield 5K, 10K • Toronto, ON, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 07/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Mt. Seymour 5K, 10K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 07/TBA Race the Rockies 18H • Golden, BC, Canada • 403-826-9609 • info@racetherockies.com • www.racetherockies.com 07/04 Mongolia Sunrise to Sunset 26.2M, 100K • Huvsgul lake, Mongolia • 97-6-11-460-368 • frederic@ultramongolia.org • www.ultramongolia.org 07/07 Creemore Vertical Challenge 25K, 50K • Creemore, ON, Canada • 705-466-3253 • Pierre_Marcoux@hcm.honda.com • www.ouser.org 07/07 Raid des Trolls 160K • Brennborg, Norway • 0044 208 123 7168 • laurent.locke@wanadoo.fr • www.raids-aventure.com 07/13 Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Marathon - 27.5M • Cusco, Peru • 800-289-9470 • info@andesadventures.com • www.andesadventures.com/runadv.htm 07/13 Peruvian Andes Running Adventure A • Cusco, Peru • (800) 289-9470 • info@andesadventures.com • www.andesadventures.com 07/14 Knee Knackering North Shore Trail Run 30M • West Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-787-8097 • rd@kneeknacker.com • www.kneeknacker.com 07/14 Powderface42 Trail Race 21K, 42K • Bragg Creek, AB, Canada • 403-284-2143 • info@powderface42.com • www.powderface42.com 07/15 Frontrunners GutBuster Trail Run #4 8K, 13.1M • Nanaimo, BC, Canada • 604-999-3331 • info@mindovermountain.com • www.gutbustertrailrun.com 07/21 Bill’s Great Peak Ascent 15K, 30K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/BillsGreatPeak 07/21 Captain Cook’s Landing 25K • Picton, New Zealand • 64-3-548-3655 • nelsonstriders@clear.net.nz • www.nelsonstriders.co.nz 07/21 Damn Tuff Ruff Bluff 25K, 50K • Owen Sound, ON, Canada • 519-371-2475 • barber.dj@sympatico.ca • www.ouser.org 07/21 Great Tibetan Plateau Marathon, Half & 10K 10K, 13.1M, 26M • Leh, India • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 07/28 Canmore Challenge Trail Races 1K, 6K, 12K • Canmore, AB, Canada • 403-678-0367 • info@xtrailevents.com • www.canmorechallenge.com

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08/TBA Doug’s End of Summer 4 Mile Run/Walk 4M • La Jolla, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 08/TBA H eadwaters of the Rogue 25M • Chemult, OR • 541-846-6656 • aparsons@apbb.net • www.rideandtie.org 08/TBA XTERRA Mt Tamalpais Trail Run 5K, 10K • San Rafael, CA • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com

08/03 Resurrection Pass 100 Miler 100M • Hope, AK • 907-346-1544 • katpat@customcpu.com 08/04 Resurrection Pass 50 Miler 50M • Cooper Landing, AK • 907-346-1544 • katpat@customcpu.com 08/04 Round Valley Run 5.3M • greenville, CA • 530-284-6856 • theshowers@frontiernet.net • www.roundvalleyrun.com 08/04 Steens Mountain Rim Run and Walk 10K • Frenchglen, OR • 541-573-7221 • tawilso@wou.edu 08/05 Skyline 50K 50K • Castro Valley, CA • 510-710-1068 • skyline50k@comcast.net • www.skyline50k.us 08/11 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff Half Marathon and 5K 5K, 13.1M• Flagstaff, AZ • 928-600-3685 • neilw@npgcable.com • www.bbbsf.com 08/11 Cougar Mountain Trail Running Series #4 13.1M • Newcastle, WA • 206-329-1466 • searunco@aol.com • www.seattlerunningcompany.com 08/11 Mt Disappointment Endurance Run 50K • Mt Wilson, Angeles National Forest, CA • 626-836-8950 • eventdirector@mtdisappointment50k.com • www.mtdisappointment50k.com 08/11 Santiam Cascades Ride and Tie 25M, 30M, 12M • Sisters, OR • 503-829-5321 • flyingn@molalla.net • www.rideandtie.org 08/12 Haulin’ Aspen Trail Marathon and Half Marathon 13.1M, 26.2M • Bend, OR • 541-318-7388 • haulinaspen@freshairsports.com • www.FreshAirSports.com 08/16 Sunset in the Park 2.8M, 4.8M • Huntington Beach, CA • 714-841-5417 • ojrfinish@aol.com • www.nealand.com/finishline 08/18 Psychedelic Climacteric 16M, 50K • Berkeley, CA • 510-642-5034 • mikepalmer@berkeley.edu • http://thecreativecrate.com/client_downloads/pc50k/index.html 08/18 Where’s Waldo 100K 100K • Willamette Pass, OR • 541-686-6580 • thornley@wpsp.org • http://www.wpsp.org/ww100k 08/25 Bulldog 50K Ultra / 25K Trail Run 25K, 50K • Calabasas, CA • 505-756-4217 • bulldogultra@yahoo.com • www.bulldogrun.com 08/25 Cutthroat Classic 11.1M • Winthrop, WA • 509-996-3287 • events@mvsta.com • www.mvsta.com 08/25 Swanton Pacific Ride and Tie 75M, 100M • Davenport, CA • 831-423-6089 • ellenr@big-creek.com • www.rideandtie.org

Rockies

08/TBA Twilight Trail Series #4 6M • Littleton, CO • 303-870-0487 • runuphill@runuphillracing.com • www.runuphillracing.com 08/TBA XTERRA Golden Spike Trail Run 5K, 10K • Ogden, UT • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 08/01 Summit Trail Running Series #5 - Horseshoe Gulch 8K, 16K • Breckenridge, CO • 970-547-4333 • staceyt@townofbreckenridge.com • www.townofbreckenridge.com 08/02 Rocky Mountain State Games 5K • Colorado Springs, CO • 719-634-7333 • travis@thesportscorp.org • www.thesportscorp.org 08/03 Wild West Relay - Fort Collins 195M • Ft Collins, CO • paul@timberlineevents.com • www.GreenMountainRelay.com 08/04 Elkhorn Endurance Runs 50K, 100K • Clancy, MT • pomroy@initco.net • www.elkhorn100.com 08/04 Indian Peaks Trail Run 10K • Nederland, CO • 303-642-7917 • info@ racingunderground.com • www.racingunderground.com 08/04 Mount Werner Classic Hill Climb 12M • Steamboat Springs, CO • 970-871-9360 • theath74@yahoo.com • www.runningseries.com 08/04 Run for the Hills 5M • Ammon, ID • 208 521.2243 • Info@PB-Performance.com • www.PB-Performance.com/pb/FRtH 08/05 La Luz Trail Run 9M • Albuquerque, NM • 505-797-0791 • rodger_j._sack@ffic.com • www.aroadrun.org 08/05 State Games of America 5K • Colorado Springs, CO • 719-634-7333 x 1003 • travis@thesportscorp.org • www.sga2007.org 08/11 El Vaquero Loco 25K, 50K • Afton, WY • 307-886-5721 • tdraney@lcsd2.org • ultrarunner.net 08/11 Jupiter Peak Steeplechase 16M • Park City, UT • 435-649-6839 • info@mountaintrails.org • www.mountaintrails.org 08/12 TEVA Berry Picker 5K, 10K • Vail, CO • 970-479-2280 • jrabinowitz@vailrec.com • www.vailrec.com 08/18 Elephant’s Perch Shop to the Top 5M, 6M • Ketchum, ID • 208-726-3497 • mfauth@elephantsperch.com • www.elephantsperch.com 08/18 Leadville Trail 100 100M • Leadville, CO • 719-486-3502 • leadville@leadvilleusa.com • www.leadvilletrail100.com 08/18 Pikes Peak Ascent 13.32M • Manitou Springs, CO • 719-473-2625 • raceinfo@pikespeakmarathon.org • www.pikespeakmarathon.org 08/18 South Hills Trail Series, Race #1 7.3M • Helena, MT • 406-443-8042 • bquick50k@hotmail.com • www.helenarunningclub.com 08/19 Continental Divide Challenge Trail Run 16M • Sreamboat Springs, CO • 970-879-0385 • info@skihaussteamboat.com • www.skihaussteamboat.com

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08/19 Pikes Peak Marathon 26.31M • Manitou Springs, CO • 719-473-2625 • raceinfo@pikespeakmarathon.org • www.pikespeakmarathon.org 08/22 Summit Trail Running Series #6 - Carter Park 55 12M • Breckenridge, CO • 970-547-4333 • staceyt@townofbreckenridge.com • www.townofbreckenridge.com 08/25 Park City Marathon and Half Marathon 13.1M, 26.2M • Park City, UT • 435-649-4408 • info@pcmarathon.com • www.pcmarathon.com 08/25 Taos Ski Valley Up & Over 10K • Taos Ski Valley, NM • 800-517-9816 • visitor@newmex.com • www.taosskivalley.com

Heartland

08/TBA Calumet Sun Run 5K, 10K • Hilbert, WI • 608-527-4924 • trevents@wors.org • www.trailrun.wors.org 08/TBA Fleet Feet Sports Mad Scramble 5K, 10K • Middleton, WI • 608-527-4924 • trevents@wors.org • www.trailrun.wors.org 08/TBA Teva Devil’s Run 5K, 10K • Merrimac, WI • 608-527-4924 • trevents@wors.org • www.trailrun.wors.org 08/TBA XTERRA Lake Park Trail Run 5K, 10K • Milwaukee, WI • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 08/TBA XTERRA Pain Terrain Trail Run 5K, 10K • Kansas City, KS • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 08/01 Possum Creek 5K 5K • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 08/04 Burning River 100 100M • Cuyahoga Falls, OH • 440-546-0183 • jurczyk@yahoo.com • www.burningriver100.org 08/04 The Legend 5M, 10M • Laingsburg, MI • 734-929-9027 • events@runningfit.com • www.runlegend.com 08/10 Psycho Night Trail Run 10K • Kansas City, KS • 816-810-0440 • badbendrs@yahoo.com • www.psychowyco.com 08/11 Howl at the Moon 8 Hour Ultra 8H • Danville, IL • 217-431-4243 • krr@kennekuk.com • www.kennekuk.com 08/18 Cleveland Shrine Club Cross-Country 5K 5K • Cleveland, TN • 423 593-1037 • coachparks@tennesseerunner.com • www.milesplit.com/meet/13047 08/18 XTERRA Pain Terrain 5K, 10K • Blue Springs, MO • info@klmmarketingsolutions.com • www.midwesttrailruns.com 08/25 Lean Horse Hundred, Half Hundred & 50K 50K, 50M, 100M • Hot Springs, SD • 605-641-3534 • Leanhorse@rushmore.com • www.Leanhorse.com 08/25 Marine Mud Run 5K • Knox County, TN • 865-522-2414 • marine57@earthlink.net • www.MCLknox.org 08/25 Tahqua Trail 25K/8K 8K, 25K • Paradise, MI • 715-460-0426 • jcrumbaugh@charter.net • www.greatlakesendurance.com

East

08/TBA Krista Griesacker Memorial Adventure Race 50M • Hamburg, PA • 866-338-5167 • info@goalsara.org • www.goalsara.org 08/TBA Springmaid Xstream 10K 10K • Spruce Pine, NC • 828-765-5495 • matthollifield@mitchellraces.com • www.mitchellraces.com 08/TBA XTERRA Boordy’s Vineyard Trail Run 5K • Baltimore, MD • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 08/02 Van Cortlandt Track Club Summer Series #5 5K • Bronx, NY • 201-768-0202 • maryfred919@aol.com • www.vctc.org 08/04 Rock Run (solo or team) 50M • Nantucket, MA • 704-516-7206 • hectormacd@yahoo.com • www.therockrun.com 08/11 Long Trail Stoaked XTERRA Triathlon • Hanover, NH • 817-475-7070 • elkmountainrace@hotmail.com • www.longtrail.com/stoaked 08/12 Half Wit Trail Run Half Marathon 13.1M • Reading, PA • 610-779-2668 • rhornpcs@aol.com • www.pretzelcitysports.com 08/16 Van Cortlandt Track Club Summer Series #6 5K • Bronx, NY • 201-768-0202 • maryfred919@aol.com • www.vctc.org 08/19 Savoy Mountain Trail Races 4M, 20M • Florida, MA • 413-743-5669 • saharczewski@aol.com • www.runwmac.com 08/19 Virgil Mountain Madness 12K, 30K • Virgil, NY • 607 351-1735 • gill@virgilmountainmadness.info 08/25 Baker Trail UltraChallenge 50M • Freeport, PA • 412-512-4544 • ultrachallenge@rachelcarsontrails.org • www.rachelcarsontrails.org/ bt/ultrachallenge

International

08/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Camp Fortune 5K, 10K • Ottawa, ON, Canada • 604-308-4666 • info@5peaks.com • www.fivepeaks.com 08/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Crabbe Mtn 5K, 10K • Crabbe Mtn, New Brunswick, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 08/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Fish Creek 5K, 10K • Fish Creek, AB, Canada • 604-308-4666 • info@5peaks.com • www.fivepeaks.com 08/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Mono Cliffs 5K, 10K • Toronto, ON, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 08/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Terwilliger Park 5K, 10K • Terwilliger Park, AB, Canada • 604-308-4666 • info@5peaks.com • www.fivepeaks.com 08/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Whistler 5K, 10K • Whistler, BC, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com

08/02 Mary Leliveld’s Happy Trail Run 10K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/ events/Mary 08/03 Great Canadian Death Race 125K • Grande Cache, AB, Canada • 780-827-5413 • info@canadiandeathrace.com • www.canadiandeathrace.com 08/04 Fluffy Bunny Run 8K, 35K • Coquitlam, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/FluffyBunny 08/11 Dirty Girls’ 6, 12 & 24 Hour Trail Race 6H, 12H, 24H • Toronto, ON, Canada • 416-760-9214 • dchesla@sympatico.ca 08/11 Squamish Test of Running Metal 64K • Squamish, BC, Canada • 604-616-4825 • wendy@stormytrailrace.ca • www.stormytrailrace.ca 08/12 The ENDURrun 160K • Waterloo, ON, Canada • 519 664 1331 • info@ENDURrun.com • www.ENDURrun.com 08/12 Wreck Beach Bare Buns Fun Run 5K • Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-856-9598 • Judyw@wreckbeach.org • www.wreckbeach.org 08/17 Madagarun 180K • Madagascar • 44-2-812-37168 • laurent.locke@wanadoo.fr • www.raids-aventure.com 08/18 Capilano Canyon Night Run - Midsummer 12K, 18K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/midsummer-night 08/18 Full Monty 25K, 50K • Victoria, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/FullMont 08/18 Iroquoia Trail Test 32K • Kilbride, ON, Canada • 905-319-2629 • sheppardhg@cogeco.ca • www.ouser.org 08/19 Atacama Crossing (Chile) 250K • San Pedro de Atacama, Chile • 120 2478 0218 • info@racingtheplanet.com • www.racingtheplanet.com 08/24 Tour de Mont Blanc 160K • Chamonix, France • 33 (0)4 50 53 47 51 • info@autmb.com • www.ultratrailmb.com 08/25 Conquer the Canuck - NB Edition 12.5K, 25K, 42.2K, 50K, 92.2K • Crabbe Mountain, NB, Canada • 506.471.4126 • Trail@ccrr.ca • www.ctc.ccrr.ca 08/25 Go Deep or Go Home 80/20 20K, 40K, 60K, 80K • Deep Cove, Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-742-0010 • domrepta@telus.net • www.clubfatass.com/events/godeep

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09/TBA Run/Walk 4 The Poor Trail 1/2 Marathon Benefit Challenge 5K, 10K, 13.1M • Lakewood, WA • 253-983-0100 • humansports2001@yahoo.com • www.humanmultisportspnw.org 09/03 Mount Baldy Run-to-the-Top 8M • Mt. Baldy, CA • www.run2top.com 09/03 Wildwood Trail Trial 10K • Portland, OR • 503-667-0480 • bemrose@earthlink.net • www.orrc.net 09/08 Coolest Run & Ride & Tie 4M, 9M, 12M, 22M • Cool, CA • 530-886-0890 • coolgalinda@foothill.net 09/08 McKenzie River Trail Run 50K • McKenzie Bridge, OR • 541-726-6203 • phvaughn@mindspring.com • www.mrtr.org 09/08 Plain 100 Mile Endurance Run 100M • Plain, WA • 206-795-0338 • cdralph@comcast.net • www.cascaderunningclub.com 09/15 Angeles Crest 100-Mile Endurance Run 100M • Wrightwood, CA • 626-627-1871 • www.ac100.com 09/15 Cle Elum Ridge 50K Run 50K • Cle Elum, WA • 425-888-8524 • marty@cleelumridge50k.com • www.cleelumridge50k.com 09/15 Timberline Marathon 26.2M • Mt Hood, OR • 503-327-5531 • cneely@RogueMultiSport.com • www.RogueMultiSport.com 09/22 Flagstaff Marathon 26.2M • Flagstaff, AZ • 928-220-0550 • wendell@flagstaffnordiccentre.com • www.flagstaffnordiccentre.com 09/23 Santa Barbara Trail Run Marathon 26.2M • Santa Barbara, CA • 408-891-6973 • ssainfo@earthlink.net • www.shootingstaradventures.com 09/29 XTERRA Boney Mountain Trail Run 15K • Malibu, CA • 310-260-7898 • brennan@genericevents.com • www.trailrace.com 09/29 XTERRA Lake Tahoe Trail Run 5K, 10K • Incline Village, NV • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com

Rockies

09/01 Creede Mountain Runs 2M, 12M, 22M • Creede, CO • 719-658-2925 • rexs@fone.net 09/01 Grand Teton Races 50M, 100M • Alta, WY • 208-787-2077 • info@tetonraces.com • www.tetonraces.com 09/01 Meeteetse Absaroka Challenge 5K, 10K, 15K • Meeteetse, WY • 307-868-2603 • meetrec@tctwest.net • www.meetrec.org 09/02 10K at 10,000 Feet - Steamboat 10K • Steamboat Springs, CO • 970-879-1250 • jchapman@smartwool.com • www.runningseries.com 09/02 Breckenridge Crest Mountain Marathon 5M, 13M, 24.5M • Breckenridge, CO • 970-453-6422 • jim@boec.org • www.boec.org/marathon 09/02 Grand Teton Trail Marathon 26.2M • Alta, WY • 208-787-2077 • info@tetonraces.com • www.tetonraces.com

09/03 American Discovery Trail Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K 5K, 13.1M, 26.2M • Colorado Springs, CO • 719-265-6161 • sultancat@adelphia.net • www.adtmarathon.com 09/08 Imogene Pass Run 17.1M • Ouray to Telluride, CO • 970.728.0251 • staff@imogenerun.com • www.imogenerun.com 09/08 Mid Mountain Marathon 26.2M • Park City Utah, UT • 435 649 6839 • info@mountaintrails.org • www.mountaintrails.org 09/08 Road Kill Trail Race 10K, 13.1M • Kremmling, CO • 877-573-6654 • info@kremmlingchamber.com • www.kremmlingchamber.com/events 09/08 Wasatch Front 100 Miler 100M • East Layton, UT • 801-278-1021 • info@wasatch100.com • www.wasatch100.com 09/09 TEVA Evergold 10K • Vail, CO • 970-479-2280 • jrabinowitz@vailrec.com • www.vailrec.com 09/15 ACE Rattlesnake Ramble 4.1M • Eldorado Canyon State Park, CO • 303-494-7232 • bill@wwwright.com • www.aceeldo.org/celebrate_eldorado/EldoradoTrailRun.php 09/15 Mount Helena Classic 5.6M • Helena, MT • 406-442-0924 • slengebrecht@msn.com 09/15 Sombrero Ranch Roundup 4.5M • Estes Park, CO • 303-444-7223 x 29 • matt@bolderboulder.com • www.bolderboulder.com 09/16 Lead King Loop 25K and Quarry Trail Climb 12.5K 12.5K, 25K • Marble, CO • 970-704-1275 • macek57@hotmail.com • www.leadkingloop25k.com 09/21 Colorado Relay & Colorado Ultra Relay 170M • Idaho Springs, CO • 888-837-5201 • register@outwardboundrelay.com • www.coloradorelay.com 09/21 South Hills Trail Series, Race #2 3.1M • Helena, MT • 406-443-8042 • bquick50k@hotmail.com • www.helenarunningclub.com 09/22 Golden Leaf Half Marathon 13M • Aspen, CO • 970-925-2849 • paul@utemountaineer.com • www.utemountaineer.com 09/22 Pinedale Half Marathon 1M, 10K, 13.1M • Pinedale, WY • 307-260-7505 • info@pinedalehalfmarathon.com • www.pinedalehalfmarathon.com 09/22 Salomon 24 Hours of Frisco 24H • Frisco, CO • 303-635-2815 • emgmh@emgcolorado.com • www.emgcolorado.com 09/22 Salomon Six 6M • Frisco, CO • 303-635-2815 • emgmh@emgcolorado.com • www.emgcolorado.com 09/23 Leadville’s High Altitude Duathlon • Leadville, CO • 888-532-3845 • Leadville@LeadvilleUSA.com • www.leadvilleUSA.com 09/23 Pilot Run for Literacy 7M • Steamboat Springs, CO • 970-875-2329 • mmawdsley@steamboatboatpilot.com • www.runningseries.com 09/30 Boulder Backroads Marathon & Half Marathon 13.1M, 26.2M • Boulder, CO • 303-939-9961 • bouldermarathon@comcast.net • www.boulderbackroads.com

Heartland

09/TBA Blue Mound Fall Trail Run 7.5M • Blue Mounds, WI • 608-437-3782 • billvh23@yahoo.com • www.bluemoundtrailrun.com 09/TBA La Sportiva Rapid Run 5K, 10K • Wisconsin Rapids, WI • 608-527-4924 • trevents@wors.org • www.trailrun.wors.org 09/01 Bannerman Trail Run 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1M • Redgranite, WI • 920-787-4222 • cwainc@network2010.net • www.cwainc.org 09/03 Runner’s Edge Trail Half-Marathon 13.1M • Libertyville, IL • 847-853-8531 • runnersedgeil@yahoo.com • www.runswim.com 09/07 Big South Fork Ride and Tie 30M, 55M • Onieda, TN • 865-693-4308 • jfgmhorse@bellsouth.net • www.Rideandtie.org 09/08 Dances with Dirt Ultra 50K, 50M, 100R • Hell, MI • 734-929-9027 • events@runningfit.com • www.danceswithdirt.com 09/08 Grant Park 8Up/8Down 8M • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 09/08 Moose Mountain Marathon 27M • Lutsen, MN • 507-753-2240 • mntrailrun@hotmail.com • www.superiortrailrace.com 09/08 River Trail Half Marathon 13.1M • Lupton, MI • 989-883-9593 • iwillrun@ sbcglobal.net • www.barc-mi.com 09/08 Steel Sports Tyler Adventure Sprint Race 20M • Tyler, TX • 903-871-8466 • rodney@steelsports.net • www.SteelSports.net 09/08 Superior Sawtooth 100 Mile 100M • Lutsen, MN • 507-753-2240 • mntrailrun@ hotmail.com • www.superiortrailrace.com 09/08 Superior Trail 50 Mile 50M • Lutsen, MN • 507-753-2240 • mntrailrun@hotmail.com • www.superiortrailrace.com 09/08 XTERRA Dot Trail Trot 5K, 10K • Kansas City, MO • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 09/15 Clinton Lake North Shore Trail Run 8.5M • Lawrence, KS • 816-810-0440 • badbendrs@yahoo.com • www.psychowyco.com 09/15 Mt Baldhead Challenge 15K 1K, 5K, 15K • Saugatuck, MI • 616-335-9156 • kristin.marks@huntington.com • www.mtbaldhead.com 09/15 North Country Trail Run 26.2M, 50M • Manistee, MI • 616 261-9706 • steve@stridersrun.com • www.stridersrun.com 09/15 Pilot Knob 5M Trail Race 5M • Pilot Knob State Park, IA • 641-424-5161 • pilotknobtrailrace@yahoo.com • www.pilotknobtrailrace.com 09/15 Superior Trail Race 1K, 5K, 13.1M • Marquette, MI • 906-315-2614 • jharrington@ hline.org • www.smokefreeup.org

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race calendar « 09/15 Walker North Country Marathon, Half, Relay & 10K 10K, 13.1M, 26.2M • Walker, MN • 218-547-4157 • ltemplin@arvig.net • www.walkernorthcountrymarathon.com 09/16 Turkey & Taturs 50K/25K/10K Trail Run 10K, 25K, 50K • Tulsa, OK • 918-244-6918 • brian@tatur.org • www.tatur.org/TurkeyAndTATURs/2006/50K.html 09/22 Bays Mountain Trail Race 15M • Kingsport, TN • 423-345-2335 • markskelton@markskelton.com • www.runtricities.org/asp/racecal_manage.asp?action=view&racecalid=529 09/22 In Yan Teopa 10 Mile Trail Run 10M • Lake City, MN • 507-753-2240 • mntrailrun@hotmail.com • www.mntrailrunning.com 09/22 Youngstown Ultra Trail Classic 50K • Youngstown, OH • 330-395-8760 • tkapres@aol.com • www.teampr.info 09/23 Rock Cut Hobo Run 25K, 50K • Rockford, IL • 815-877-8164 • larrydswanson@cs.com • www.rockcuttrails.org 09/29 Big South Fork 17.5 Mile Trail Race 17.5M • Oneida, TN • 865-688-0715 • bgruns@comcast.net • www.ktc.org 09/29 Fall Classic Trail Run - Caledonia 4M • Caledonia, IL • 815-544-0879 • NLYarger@yahoo.com • www.rockfordroadrunners.org 09/29 Germantown 50k Trail Run 50K • Germantown, OH • 937-586-6546 • jsmindak@juno.com • www.orrrc.org 09/30 Michigan Big Ten Run 10K • Ann Arbor, MI • 734-369-2492 • bigtenrun@gmail.com • www.twodogsrunning.com 09/30 Wild Wild Wilderness Trail Run 7.45M • Danville, IL • 217-733-2403 • krr@kennekuk.com • www.kennekuk.com 09/30 Wolf Lake Trail Run 3.8M • Kansasville, WI • 262-878-5609 • donna.mosca@dnr.state.wi.us • www.bongnaturalistassociation.org

East

09/TBA Great Glen Fall Trail Running Series 2.5K, 6K • Gorham, NH • 603-466-2333 • amy@greatglentrails.com • www.greatglentrails.com 09/TBA Greylock Trail Marathon 26.2M • Adams, MA • 802-423-7537 • dion@bcn.net • www.runwmac.com 09/TBA Pfalz Point Trail Challenge 10M • High Falls, NY • 845-255-0919 • trailrace@ mohonkpreserve.org • www.mohonkpreserve.org/index.php?pfalzpoint 09/TBA X TERRA Towsno Block Party Trail Run 5K, 10K • Baltimore, MD • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 09/02 Monster Marathon and Half Marathon 13.1M, 26.2M • Virgil, NY • 607-659-4686 • rmh12@cornell.edu • www.fingerlakesrunners.org 09/02 Wapack Trail Race 18M • New Ipswich, NH • 978-448-2813 • pgfunch@charter.net • www.wapack.freeservers.com 09/03 Greylock Uphill Road Race 8M • North Adams, MA • 802-423-7537 • dion@bcn.net • www.runwmac.com 09/08 Wrentham Forest Challenge 19.25K • Wrentham, MA • 508-384-7224 • trailtroll@diamond-hill-run.com • www.wrenthamforest.com 09/09 Helvetia 10k Mountain Run 10K • Helvetia, WV • 304-924-5835 • wvmtr@starband.net • www.wvmtr.org 09/22 12-Hour Adventure Trail Run 12H • Triangle, VA • 703-403-0138 • AlexP@athletic-equation.com • www.athletic-equation.com 09/22 Croom Crusher Adventure Race 2H, 6H • Brooksville, FL • 727-504-3110 • crusher@wecefar.com • www.wecefar.com 09/22 Odyssey Off-Road Triathlon and Off-Road Duathlon • Sherando Lake Recreation Area, VA • (540) 444-4422 • info@oarevents.com • www.OARevents.com 09/22 Odyssey Trail Marathon & 1/2 Trail Marathon 13.1M, 26.2M, 40M • Douthat State Park, VA • 540-444-4422 • info@OARevents.com • www.OARevents.com 09/22 Odyssey Trail Ultra 40 Miler 40M • Douthat State Park, VA • 540-444-4422 • info@OARevents.com • www.OARevents.com 09/27 Maymont Half Marathon 13.1M • Richmond, VA • 804-285-9495 • info@sportsbackers.org • www.sportsbackers.org 09/29 Bald Eagle Mountain Megatransect 25M • Lock Haven, PA • 570-893-1868 • jstover33@verizon.net • www.ultrahike.com 09/29 Great Eastern Endurance Run 50K, 100K • Charlottesville, VA • 434-293-7115 • rungillrun@adelphia.net • www.badtothebone.biz 09/29 Out of Bounds Half Marathon and 10K Trail Runs 5K, 13.1M • Canandaigua, NY • 585-271-7045 • goose@roadsarepoison.com • www.roadsarepoison.com 09/30 Vermont 50 Mt Bike or Ultra Run 50K, 50M • Brownsville, VT • 603-381-9993 • michael.j.silverman@valley.net • www.vermont50.com

International

09/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Albion 5K, 10K • South Eastern Ontario, ON, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 09/TBA MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Buntzen Lake 7K, 14K, 21K • Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-988-2320 • info@5peaks.com • www.5peaks.com 09/TBA Run for the Toad 25K • Cambridge/Paris, ON, Canada • 519-576-1824 • sarson@toadpatrol.com • www.runforthetoad.com 09/01 7 Summits Trail Race 15K, 50K • Rossland, BC, Canada • 250-362-5533 • kailey@hdcrossland.com • www.7summitstrailrace.com

09/01 Gore-Tex Trans-Alpine Run 240K • Oberstdorf, Germany • 49 (89) 65 12 99 30 • info@transalpine-run.com • www.transalpine-run.com 09/01 MEC 5 Peaks Trail Series - Canmore Nordic Centre 5K, 10K • Canmore Nordic Center, AB, Canada • 604-308-4666 • info@5peaks.com • www.fivepeaks.com 09/02 Walk in the Park 8K, 36K, 54K • Kamloops, BC, Canada • 250-374-8072 • bmpskier@shaw.ca • www.ultrarunner.net/witpmain.html 09/06 Northwest Passage Marathon and Ultramarathon 21K, 42K, 55K • Somerset Island, NU, Canada • 819-459-1794 • mail@CanadianArcticHolidays.ca • www.CanadianArcticHolidays.ca 09/07 Montrail Abel Tasman Coastal Classic 33K • Nelson, New Zealand • 64 3 548 3655 • nelsonstriders@clear.net.nz • www.nelsonstriders.co.nz 09/08 Haliburton Forest Trail Race 25K, 50K, 50M, 100M • Haliburton Forest, ON, Canada • 416-422-5130 • helen.malmberg@dhltd.com • www.ouser.org 09/08 Iron Lung 20K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 778-688-4149 • eric@ironlung.ca • www.ironlung.ca 09/08 Moose Mountain Trail Races 16K, 29K • Bragg Creek, AB, Canada • 403-282-3554 • jen.silverthorn@shaw.ca • www.members.shaw.ca/moosemountain 09/08 Slovenian Alpine Marathon 10K, 35K, 50K • Preddvor-Trzic-Jezersko , Slovenia • 38-6-413-69146 • mjeler@gmail.com • www.sam-maraton.com 09/09 Fall Mountain Highway Madness 15K, 30K, 45K, 60K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/fallmhm 09/09 Mud Run Canada - September 1.5K, 10K • Toronto, ON, Canada • 416-444-3899 • info@adventureracingcanada.com • www.adventureracingcanada.com 09/14 Lost Soul Ultra 50K, 100K, 100M • Lethbridge, AB, Canada • 403-381-1874 • tmea@telusplanet.net • www.lostsoulultra.com 09/20 Duel in the Sun 60K, 170K • Guanacaste Region, Costa Rica • 203-353-1608 • info@duelinthesun.com • www.duelinthesun.com 09/23 St Albert Fall Challenge 1K, 10K, 13.1M • St Albert, AB, Canada • 780-732 8019 • Brett.White@irocalberta.ca • www.eventsonline.ca

O c t o b e r

Pacific/Desert

10/TBA Beach Fest 8K 8K • Pacific Beach, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 10/TBA Harbor Heritage Run 2K, 5K • Newport Beach, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 10/TBA Light the Night 5K 5K • San Diego, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 10/TBA Soul Run 50K • Oracle, AZ • 520-745-2033 • tsadow@epicrides.com • www.epicrides.com 10/TBA XTERRA Mackena Beach Trail Run 5K, 10K • Wailea, HI • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 10/06 Manzanita Ride and Tie 25M • Boulevard, CA • 619-445-5443 • endurance@hughes.net • www.rideandtie.org 10/07 Lake Tahoe’s Kokanee Trail Runs 5K, 10K, 13.1M • South Lake Tahoe, CA • 530-542-3424 • kokaneetrailruns@sbcglobal.net • www.tahoemtnmilers.org/Kokanee/2007Kokanee.htm 10/07 Redwood Trails’ Bizz Johnson Marathon 5K, 10K, 13.1M, 26.2M • Susanville, CA • 415-999-2532 • eric@redwoodtrails.com • www.bizzjohnson.com 10/13 Big Sur Trail Marathon, Half Marathon & 5 Mile 5M, 13.1M, 26.2M • Big Sur, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 10/13 Cactus ChaCha Trail Runs 3M, 7M • Waddell, AZ • 623-535-0860 • cactuschacha@cox.net • www.cactuschacha.com 10/13 Dick Collins Firetrails 50 50M • Castro Valley, CA • 510-525-0337 • anncarl@earthlink.net • www.firetrails50.net 10/13 Golden Hills Trail Marathon 26.2M • Berkeley, CA • 510-525-0337 • anncarl@earthlink.net • goldenhillsmarathon.net 10/13 Lake of the Sky Trail Run & Relay 50K • Tahoe City, CA • 775-232-7933 • Robert@ultrarunner.net • www.Ultrarunner.net 10/13 Soulstice Mountain Trail Run 10K, 11.5M • Flagstaff, AZ • 928-600-3685 • neilw@npgcable.com • www.natra.org 10/20 Foothills of the Cascades Ride & Tie 25M, 12M • Molalla, OR • 503.829.5321 • flyingn@molalla.net • www.rideandtie.org 10/20 San Diego 100 Mile Endurance Run 100M • Lake Morena, CA • 760-765-1149 • denis@vitalityweb.com • www.members.cox.net/sandiego100/ 10/20 Whiskeytown Trail Runs 8M, 30K, 50K • Redding, CA • 530-526-3076 • sweatrc@sbcglobal.net • www.sweatrc.com 10/27 Napa Valley Wine Country Classic Marathon 10K, 13.1M, 26.2M • Calistoga, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 10/27 XTERRA La Jolla Canyon Trail Run 11K, 18K • La Jolla, CA • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 10/27 XTERRA Pt Mugu Trail Run 11K, 18K • Malibu, CA • 310-260-7898 • info@genericevents.com • www.trailrace.com

10/28 McDonald Forest Cross Country Race 15K • Corvallia, OR • 541-738-0410 • roo37@hotmail.com • www.mac.oregontrailseries.org

Rockies

10/TBA Kate Kimberly Foundation Indoor Triathlon • Broomfield, CO • 303-4101310 • kkimberly@katekimberlyfoundation.org • www.katekimberlyfoundation.org 10/06 Horse Gulch Trail 25K 25K • Durango, CO • 970-749-0644 • mkelly@durangomarathon.com • www.DurangoDouble.com 10/06 Telegraph Trail 50K 50K • Durango, CO • 970-749-0644 • mkelly@durangomarathon.com • www.DurangoDouble.com 10/13 24 Hours of Boulder...the Run 24H • Boulder, CO • 303-249-1112 • reid_delman@ geminiadventures.com • www.geminiadventures.com 10/13 Boulder 100 100M • Boulder, CO • 303-249-1112 • reid_delman@geminiadventures.com • www.geminiadventures.com 10/13 Silent Trails Memorial 10M • Laramie, WY • 307-742-5902 • wex@uwyo.edu • www.uwyo.edu/silenttrails 10/13 South Hills Trail Series, Race #3 6.6M • Helena, MT • 406-443-8042 • bquick50k@ hotmail.com • www.helenarunningclub.com 10/21 South Hills Trail Series, Race #4 4.5M • Helena, MT • 406-443-8042 • bquick50k@ hotmail.com • www.helenarunningclub.com

Heartland

10/TBA Sheboygan Showdown 5K, 10K • Sheboygan, WI • 608-527-4924 • trevents@wors.org • www.trailrun.wors.org 10/TBA Towpath Marathon 26M • Peninsula, OH • 216-520-1825 • tstella@ohiocanal.org • www.towpathmarathon.net 10/TBA XTERRA North Boundary Blitz Trail Run 15K • Knoxville, TN • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 10/06 StumpJump 50K & 11M Trail Run 11M, 50K • Chattanooga, TN • 423-265-0406 x 2 • brooke@rockcreek.com • www.rockcreek.com/events/StumpJump/ sj_basic_info.asp 10/13 Farmdale Trail Run 8M, 33M • East Peoria, IL • 309-467-4339 • davetapp1@hotmail.com • www.farmdaletrailrun.com 10/13 Newton Hills Trail Challenge 7.8M • Canton, SD • 605-335-7213 • marathnr@hotmail.com • www.siouxfallsarearunningclub.org 10/13 Taylorsville 6/12/18 6M, 12M, 18M • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 10/20 Fall Fell Trail Race 10K • Olathe, KS • 816-810-0440 • badbendrs@yahoo.com • www.psychowyco.com 10/21 Stone Steps 50K 50K • Cincinnati, OH • 513-779-8332 • rd@stonesteps50k.com • www.stonesteps50k.com 10/22 Vasa Trail Run 5K, 11K, 25K • Traverse City, MI • 231-947-6417 • geokuhn@yahoo.com • www.tctrackclub.com 10/27 Knobstone Trail Mini 5K, 10K, 10M, 13M • Morgan-Monroe State Forest, IN • 765-349-0204 • hikers@scican.net • www.HoosierHikersCouncil.org 10/28 Blue Springs 50/50 & 26.2 Trail Runs 26.2M, 50K, 50M • Blue Springs, MO • 816-228-3842 • 816-679-8185 • ljoline@aol.com • www.bsrun.com

East

10/TBA Edge Adventure Race 20M • Southeastern, PA • 866-338-5167 • info@goalsara.org • www.goalsara.org 10/TBA Iron Mountain Trail Run 50M • Emory, VA • 276-944-6216 • egrossman@ehc.edu • www.IMTR.ehc.edu 10/TBA XTERRA Parks and People Trail Run 5K • Baltimore, MD • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com 10/06 Triple Lakes Trail Race 26.2M, 40M • Greensboro, NC • 336-288-7071 • smbassett@hotmail.com • www.triplelakesrace.com 10/07 Dam Half 13M • Mifflinburg, PA • 570-837-1222 • wkwarren@ptd.net 10/07 LBI Commemorative 18 Mile Run 18M • Holgate, NJ • 609-494-8861 • jrosengarth@stfrancislbi.org • www.stfranciscenterlbi.com 10/07 Monroe Dunbar Brook Trail Race 10.5M • Monroe, MA • 413-743-5669 • TrlFool@comcast.net • www.runwmac.com 10/07 Wayland XC Challenge 5K • Wayland, MA • 508-397-1261 • eric@waylandxc.com • www.waylandxc.com 10/13 Diamond Hill - Birchwold 22.5K Trail Run 22.5K • Cumberland, RI • 508-384-7224 • trailtroll@diamond-hill-run.com • www.diamond-hill-run.com 10/13 Valley Falls Trail Runs 10K, 10M • Fairmont, WV • 304-290-1758 • mflood@fairmontstate.edu • www.wvmtr.org 10/14 Danby Down & Dirty Trail Run 10K, 20K • Danby, NY • 607-272-4693 • burbank@twcny.rr.com • dannerkt@netzero.net • www.fingerlakesrunners.org 10/14 Greater Long Island Running Club 6 Hour Run 6H • Kings Park, NY • 516-349-7646 • vinruna@aol.com • www.glirc.org 10/14 Houghton’s Pond Trail Race 6M • Milton, MA • 781-447-2812 • jgoldrosen@earthlink.net • www.colonialrunners.org 10/14 Ravenswood Trail Race 4M • Glocuester, MA • 978-281-2113 • info@teamgloucester.com • www.teamgloucester.com/ravenswood.htm 10/20 John Holmes 50K Trail Run & 15 Mile Fun Run 15M, 50K • Brooksville, FL • 813-884-1862 • Ctr@tampabay.rr.com • www.wecefar.com 2007 January | Trailrunnermag.com 53

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race calendar « 10/20 Tussey Mountainback 50 Mile Relay and Ultramarathon 50M • State College, PA • 814-238-5918 • info@tusseymountainback.com • www.tusseymountainback.com 10/21 Billy Goat Trail Run 5K • Pleasant Valley, NY • 845-227-6308 • Run426n2@ aol.com 10/21 Fall Backyard Burn Trail Running Series - Race #1 5M, 10M • Prince William Forest Park, VA • 571-251-6034 • info@ex2adventures.com • www.ex2adventures.com 10/21 Groton Town Forest Trail Races 3.4M, 9.5M • W. Groton, MA • 978-448-2813 • pgfunch@charter.net • www.GrotonTFTR.freeservers.com 10/21 Ridgewalk Trail Run 14M • Wellsville, NY, NY • 585-593-5080 • info@ ridgewalk.com • www.ridgewalk.com 10/21 Triad Trail Race Series: Race 1 4M • Greensboro, NC • 336-288-7071 • smbassett@hotmail.com • www.offnrunningsports.com 10/27 New River Gorge-ous Trail Run/Walk 5M, 8M, 13.2M • Minden, WV • 304-469-2651 x 152 • meghan@aceraft.com • www.aceraft.com 10/28 Evansburg Challenge 10M • Collegeville, PA • 610-631-1009 • jcruice@compeer-subphilly.org • www.pretzelcitysports.com 10/28 Fall Trail Run 5.5M • Kingston Twp, PA • 570-474-5363 • wyovalstr@aol.com • www.members.aol.com/wyovalstri/wyoval.htm 10/28 Hairy Gorilla Half Marathon and Squirrelly Six Mile 6M, 13.1M • Albany, NY • 518-320-8648 • josh@albanyrunningexchange.org • www.albanyrunningexchange.org/hgh 10/28 Sport Museum Hall of Fame Trail Run 5K • Wappingers Falls, NY • petesan@optonline.net • www.mhrrc.org

International

10/06 Subway Dun Run 25K • Nelson, New Zealand • 64 3 548 3655 • nelsonstriders@clear.net.nz • www.nelsonstriders.co.nz 10/06 Tropical Power Coast 2 Coast Multi-Sport Race 175K • Toco to Chaguramas, Trinidad and Tobago • 868-637-5576 • rymend@yahoo.com • www.ecoadventurestt.com 10/13 Vulture Bait 10K, 25K, 50K • London, ON, Canada • 519-951-0119 • vulturebaittrailruns@hotmail.com • www.ouser.org 10/20 Wendy’s Get Your Fat Ass Off The Couch Run 20K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/wendy 10/26 Himalayan 100 Mile Stage Race 100M • Darjeeling, India • 91 11 227 72700 • hrtpl@del2.vsnl.net.in • www.himalayan.com 10/28 Hallow’s Eve Trail Marathon and Half Marathon 21.2K, 42.2K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 778-688-4149 • eric@ironlung.ca • www.spookymarathon.com 10/28 Sahara Race - Egypt 250K • Cairo, Chile • 120 247 80218 • info@racingtheplanet.com • www.racingtheplanet.com

N o v e m b e r

Pacific/Desert

11/TBA Julian 10K & 5K 5K, 10K • Julian, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 11/TBA Shelter Island 5K Run/Walk 5K • Newport Beach, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 11/03 Stinson Beach Trail Marathon 7M, 25K, 26.2M • Stinson Beach, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com 11/18 King Oscar Presidio Trails 5K, 10K • San Francisco, CA • 415-561-6266 • gordon@outsidepr.com • www.theschedule.com 11/24 Santa Barbara 9 Trails 35 Mile Endurance Run 35M • Santa Barbara, CA • 805-448-2782 • www.allwedoisrun.com 11/24 XTERRA Topanga Canyon Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, 15K • Los Angeles, CA • 310-260-7898 • info@genericevents.com • www.trailrace.com

Rockies

11/17 Gobbler Gallop 5K • Fort Morgan, CO • 970-542-3929 • mhicks@cityoffortmorgan.com

Heartland

11/03 Narrows 5 Miler 5.5M • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 11/10 Rockledge Rumble 15K, 30K, 50K • Grapevine, TX • 972-662-0846 • tcrull@folmarine.com • www.nttr.org 11/11 Veteran’s Day Trail Run 10K • Kansas City, KS • 816-810-0440 • badbendrs@yahoo.com • www.psychowyco.com 11/17 Louisiana Trails 13.1M, 26.2M, 50K • Shreveport, LA • 318-798-1241 • AlohaAnnie@aol.com • www.Sportspectrumusa.com 11/24 Mountain Masters Trail Run 16M • Harlan, KY • 606-521-2187 • tcjones@kih.net • www.mountainmasterstrailrun.com 11/25 Dude, Where’s the Trail? 50K Trail Run 50K • Blue Springs, MO • 816-228-3842 • ljoline@aol.com

East

11/TBA XTERRA Heritage Park Trail Run 5K, 10K • Athens, GA • 801-330-4172 • dev@xterraplanet.com • www.xterraplanet.com

11/03 Mountain Masocist 50 Miler 50M • Lynchburg, VA • dhorton@liberty.edu 11/04 Fall Backyard Burn Trail Running Series - Race #2 5M, 10M • Wakefield Park, Annandale, VA • 571-251-6034 • info@ex2adventures.com • www.ex2adventures.com 11/05 Fall Schiff Scout Off Road Duathlon 4M, 11B • Wading River, NY • 631-584-5886 • dirtyevents@aol.com • www.Dirtyevents.com 11/10 Charlottesville Running Company Half Marathon & 10 Mile Trail Races 10M, 13.1M • Charlottesville, VA • 434-293-7115 • rungillrun@adelphia.net • www.badtothebone.biz 11/10 Feronia Trail Funrunium 24K • Elkton, MD • 800-949-1003 x 5422 • philruth55@yahoo.com • www.traildawgs.org 11/11 Triad Trail Race Series: Race 2 8K • Greensboro, NC • 336-288-7071 • smbassett@hotmail.com • www.offnrunningsports.com 11/18 Fall Backyard Burn Trail Running Series - Race #3 5M, 10M • Fountainhead Regional Park, VA • 571-251-6034 • info@ex2adventures.com • www.ex2adventures.com 11/24 Bartram Forest Winter Trail Run 50K • Milledgeville, GA • 478-946-1090 • rd@wintertrailrun.net • www.wintertrailrun.net 11/25 Dirty Bird Trail Race 15K • Birdsboro, PA • 610-779-2668 • rhornpcs@aol.com • www.pretzelcitysports.com

International

11/TBA Castillos de Avila Trail Race 48K • Avila, Spain • 34 916510902 • castillosdeavila@gmail.com • www.castillosdeavila.com 11/17 Crayfish Trail 25K • Kaikoura, New Zealand • 64-3-548-3655 • nelsonstriders@clear.net.nz • www.nelsonstriders.co.nz 11/17 Go Home 20 20K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/gohome 11/24 Mike and Melissa’s Fun Run 26K, 52K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/mm

D e c e m b e r

Pacific/Desert

12/TBA Jingle Bell 5K 5K • San Diego, CA • 619-298-7400 • lyssette@kathyloperevents.com • www.kathyloperevents.com 12/02 Over The Hill Track Club High Desert 50k/30k 30K, 50K • Ridgecrest, CA • 760-384-3764 • canddrios@aol.com • www.othtc.com 12/08 Hark the Herald Angels Run - Angel Island Trail Runs 12K, 25K • Tiburon, CA • 415-868-1829 • info@envirosports.com • www.envirosports.com

Heartland

12/TBA Sunmart Texas Trail Endurance Runs 50M, 50K • Austin, TX • 210-366-3701 • patti@rogersoler.com • www.petroleumwholesale.com/sunmart.web/ race/default.aspx 12/01 John Bryan 20K 20K • Dayton, OH • 937-640-2RUN • www.orrrc.org 12/08 Alternate Chili Run Trail Run 10M • Kansas City, KS • 816-810-0440 • badbendrs@yahoo.com • www.psychowyco.com 12/08 Stay Fit Trail Run 10K, 25K • Tyler, TX • 903-871-8466 • rodney@steelsports.net • www.SteelSports.net 12/09 Texas Dare 3H, 12H • New Caney, TX • 713-303-9888 • rns@swbell.net • www.texasdare.com

East

12/01 Run at the Rock 7M, 14M • Burlington, NC • 336-263-6454 • HS49549@msn.com • www.RunattheRock.com 12/02 Fall Backyard Burn Trail Running Series - Race #4 5M, 10M • Hemlock Overlook - Clifton, VA • 571-251-6034 • info@ex2adventures.com • www.ex2adventures.com 12/08 Hellgate 100K 100K • Lynchburg, VA • dhorton@liberty.edu • www.extremeultrarunning.com 12/08 Triad Trail Race Series: Race 3 10K • Greensboro, NC • 336-288-7071 • smbassett@hotmail.com • www.offnrunningsports.com 12/10 Assault on Mount Hood 3.5M • Melrose, MA • 617-840-0181 • bslater@wainwrightbank.com • www.melroserunningclub.com/

International

12/09 Pure Satisfaction 12K, 24K • North Vancouver, BC, Canada • 604-904-6552 • cfasports@gmail.com • www.clubfatass.com/events/puresatisfaction 12/31 Patagonia Running Adventure 9.5M, 10.5M, 12M, 15M, 18.5M, 19M • Punta Arenas, Chile and Argentina • 800-289-9470 • info@andesadventures.com • www.andesadventures.com/runadv.htm

It is wise to confirm any race in this calendar

before making plans. For regular updates to our 2007 Race Calendar, visit trailrunnermag.com.

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