The Moab 240 is unquestionably one of the toughest races in the world. Between the total distance, difficulty, level of competition, and overall beauty of the course has made it a bucket list event for many of the top runners in the world. And in the 30 minute Breaking the Moab 240 Standard Course Record…
Stepping up to the 100 miles distance can be intimidating for any runner. And as we all know, not all courses are created equal. With some races specializing in brutal climbs, technical trails, unpredictable weather, or are held in remote unsupported locations. But today we won’t be looking at any of those. Rather, we will…
I don’t claim to know how the Youtube algorithm works, but every now and then the “suggestions” feed serves up the kind of film you originally came to Youtube for. Something you have never heard of and oftentimes would have never found, had it not been for this mysterious algorithm. And so was the case…
In what can only be called sad news for the world of ultra running. On Friday February 10th Coast Mountain Trail Running (CMTR) co-founders Gary Robbins and Geoff Langford issued a press release stating that due to some push back from groups in the community and more particularly Whistler Blackcomb resort owners, Vail Resorts who…
Getting ready for a 100 mile race can be an overwhelming task. From packing gear, nutrition, organizing, travel and crew. Not even taking into account the hundreds of hours or training it takes to come in even somewhat prepared. And while I can’t run any of your training miles for you. I can help you…
When you sign up to run your first 100 mile race, you really have no idea what you are getting yourself into. And I never expected a charging bear, heavy sleet and rain, never ending climbs, and a quick chat with a running legend. But that was exactly the case when it comes to the…