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Rim to Rim to Rim

Rim to Rim to Rim

Nov 10, 2010

Here’s a look at the first leg of the trip, the Rim to Rim from south to north. It might not look that far but remember, it’s not called the Grand Canyon because it’s small. Click to enlarge. Here’s a good one if you’re a fan of the long day– start at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, run nine-plus miles down to the Colorado River and ascend some...

Snowmass to East Snowmass, a 3 Pass Loop

Snowmass to East Snowmass, a 3 Pass Loop

Aug 18, 2010

The overview, click to enlarge. It was another good one, and not just due to the fact that we had perfect weather, but that we put together a loop of trails and passes we had all seen individually many times before, but had never linked up in this fashion. It came together after Christy, Neal and I were planning a long run together, but being a Saturday in August with...

It’s all downhill from here…

It’s all downhill from here…

Aug 13, 2010

It’s all downhill from here, or at least from a little farther up. Neal climbs up from Talyor Pass. “Thirty-seven.” That was his answer to my question as to when he thought he had reached his top form, and after which he first noticed his speed, stamina and general physical condition begin to deteriorate– in other words, when things started going downhill. At the time, I didn’t think it to...

Four Passes on the Fourth

Four Passes on the Fourth

Jul 7, 2010

Lissa and Ted at the top of Buckskin Pass. On Saturday of July 4th weekend, Lissa, Ted and I hit the Four Pass Loop, one of our favorite long runs through the Maroon Bells/Snowmass Wilderness. We started from Maroon Lake and ran the loop counter clockwise, tackling Buckskin Pass first. With the Hardrock 100 only days away, Ted planned to come along for just Buckskin Pass but couldn’t resist tagging...

2010 San Juan Solstice 50

2010 San Juan Solstice 50

Jun 22, 2010

Runners somewhere around mile 8, on the ridge between Alpine Gulch and Williams. At the end of this ridge are the 14ers Redcloud and Sunshine. Astronomically speaking, Monday the 21st was the longest day of the year, but for about 200 runners, Saturday’s annual San Juan Solstice 50 Miler in Lake City marked the real beginning of summer. Blue skies, dry trails and resulting dry feet contributed to a record...

The Hoka One One

The Hoka One One

Jun 17, 2010

Well it’s hard to say, but after getting my hands on a pair of these and hitting the trails, this latest European concept might actually have some legs, or at least help preserve mine. The Hoka 1.1, a super-cushioned running shoe, is the antithesis of the current minimalist trend in running, and is being introduced as the new barefoot craze seems to be hitting full stride. The compelling case for...

Some Deadlines

Some Deadlines

Dec 26, 2009

Twenty eight minutes. That’s the time it took for the Elk Mountain Grand Traverse to fill up on the morning of December 1st this year. While it may not be quite as hard as the race itself, getting a slot in some of the more popular races can be pretty challenging in itself. As testament to this, a congratulatory email was sent out to all those who got one of...

North Maroon – Sans Piolet!

North Maroon – Sans Piolet!

Jul 4, 2009

Neal Beidleman traversing snow to the entrance of the Grassy Gullies This is a quickie, both in the day and the write-up. Here’s the debrief: Neal had the morning free and wanted to go do something fun. I’ll be at Hardrock next week and was looking for more than a routine trail run. Very direct and in parts runable, we both agreed a fast lap on North Maroon’s Grassy Gully...

Midway Pass Run- the hard way

Midway Pass Run- the hard way

Jun 18, 2009

Running Midway Pass a 19 mile route from Independence Pass to Hunter Creek.

Start out slow, then taper

Start out slow, then taper

Jun 6, 2009

Well at least that’s my strategy when Christy and I line up at the start for the Steamboat Marathon this Sunday. I don’t have a choice. After a great spring almost entirely dedicated to skiing, and with the approaching calendar stacked with some pretty tough running races– the Bighorn 50 is in two weeks and Hardrock is a few weeks later just to name two– I need to get some...

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The days are getting longer... though not quite as The days are getting longer... though not quite as long as my legs in this early morning shadow yet. It feels good to be here- we made it through the winter, spring is here, summer is coming, things are looking up... lots to be 😃 about! 🙏🌈👍⛰🚵🧗🏻‍♂️🏕🔥#happyeaster
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Good reminder of how impressive and unique this tw Good reminder of how impressive and unique this twin-summit mountain is to Colorado. Not even 13k feet (12,965 ft) it dominates the Roaring Fork Valley skyline and rises 6,000 ft in less than 3 miles. We found winter powder conditions and a great day out with friends #mtsopris #lettheoutsidein #springtimeintherockies #alwaysgo 📷 @tedmahon @stio @kaestleski
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