Category Archives: Trail Running

The Ultimate Thwarting of the Gnarly Bandit in the Kettle Moraine 100s

Written by Molly Cochran
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If you were talking to a veteran ultra runner, bringing up a recent running of the Kettle Moraine 100s would remind them of lightning, torrential rains, heat, and/or hoards of mosquitoes. However, for the 17th running of the Kettle Moraine … Continue reading →

Met Con Blue Adventure Race

Written by Timothy Giilck
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What’s being billed as the “most insane five kilometre mountain adventure race on the planet” is about to hit you out of the wild blue yonder.

The first Met Con Blue race will be held Saturday, June 2 in Ontario’s … Continue reading →

“I am Humbled!” Zumbro 100 First Test in Wilderness Athlete’s Gnarly Bandit Ultra Series

Written by Molly Cochran
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Cou● lee (noun) 1. A deep ravine or gulch, usually dry (haha on that!) that has been formed by running water

In the Zumbro Bottoms area of south-east Minnesota, several trails have “Coulee” in their name, and rightly so. Journeys … Continue reading →

Wilderness Athlete’s Gnarly Bandit Ultra Trail Series: Record Field in 2012

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
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The Wilderness Athlete Gnarly Bandit Ultra Trail Series begins in earnest as upper Midwest trails melt snow, seducing endurance athletes to complete the series selection of five of the countries gnarliest races. For 2012 a record 25 entrants have entered … Continue reading →

Wilderness Athlete’s 2012 Gnarly Bandit Ultra Trail Series

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
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Are you tough enough? The Wilderness Athlete 2012 Gnarly Bandit Ultra Trail Series schedule is official; the Gnarly Bandit himself crawled out of hibernation in his barn to approve it.

Wilderness Athlete, the nutritional authority on outdoor performance nutrition, raised … Continue reading →

WARNING! Don’t Go Without The Ultimate Guide to Trail Running

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
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Having The Ultimate Guide to Trail Running is like owning a skyscraper with the floors packed full of all things trail as professionals such as authors, Nancy Hobbs and Adam W. Chase, remain ready at your beck and call on every page. No elevators in this tower of knowledge . . .

Transition: Trail Runner to Snow Runner

Written by Jeff Kildahl, Wellness Editor
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“Mastery is the natural result of mindfulness.” --Ron Kurtz

Trail running and snowshoeing have been in existence for centuries and both sports have experienced explosive growth in recent years. The complementary nature of these art forms provides an ideal off-season cross-training platform.

Vermont’s Trail Running Aplenty

Written by Matt Sutkoski
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It will be months before the trails are covered with enough winter frosting to keep a New England snowshoe enthusiast happy. Yet, we want to stay in shape, and we want to keep enjoying the outdoors, even if it doesn't include a three-foot layer of powder.

Afton Trail Runs: Dancing With The Devil

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
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Chris Lundstrom didn't lose his way and Eve Rukavina-Rembliski led the way in the ultra 50 km while Ben Kampf flies and Sue Reuben Tri's the 25 km into submission.

Sunshine and Blue Skies Dominate at Pacific Crest Race Weekend

Written by Patty Mamula
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Sunshine, blue skies, a slight breeze and beautiful mountain scenery . . . who could ask for more?  Perfect conditions were the order of the day at the recently completed Pacific Crest Sports Festival, held in Central Oregon June 25 through June 27.

Ten Unwritten Rules of Snowshoe (and Trail) Racing

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
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Here are Ten Unwritten Rules of Snowshoe (and Trail) Racing.  Rules that may be helpful in snowshoe racing and trail racing, too! Check them out.  Particularly number six . . . .

Racing Fun in the High Cascades

Written by Patty Mamula
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The 14th annual Pacific Crest Sports Festival will be held June 25 through June 27 in Sunriver Resort, 15 miles south of Bend, Ore., at the base of the Cascade Range.