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Self-Transcendence 6 & 10 Day Races 2012 – Mark Dorion’s Trackside Report
Published on 2012-04-29 12:52:28
Sarah Barnett & Jesper Olsen: Photo by Prabhakar Posted on the Ultralist: Sprint Finish Decides NY S.T. 10 Day/ Trackside Report I came back on duty at 6 a.m. Saturday... Read more
Self-Transcendence 6 & 10 Day Races 2012 – Mark Dorion’s Trackside Report
Published on 2012-04-29 12:52:28
Sarah Barnett & Jesper Olsen: Photo by Prabhakar Posted on the Ultralist: Sprint Finish Decides NY S.T. 10 Day/ Trackside Report I came back on duty at 6 a.m. Saturday... Read more
Pen Hadow Plans Trans-Arctic Ocean Crossing
Published on 2012-04-29 11:31:05
Explorer Announces Solo Arctic Challenge British explorer Pen Hadow will attempt the first unsupported solo crossing of the Arctic Ocean via the North Pole in February 2013. Ten years after... Read more
Pen Hadow Plans Trans-Arctic Ocean Crossing
Published on 2012-04-29 11:31:05
Explorer Announces Solo Arctic Challenge British explorer Pen Hadow will attempt the first unsupported solo crossing of the Arctic Ocean via the North Pole in February 2013. Ten years after... Read more
Self-Transcendence 6 & 10 Day Races 2012 – Interim Results
Published on 2012-04-28 13:27:34
These are the interim results from the Self-Transcendence 6 & 10 day races 2012 in Flushing Meadow Park, New York. After dropping into second place after lower mileage days on... Read more
Self-Transcendence 6 & 10 Day Races 2012 – Interim Results
Published on 2012-04-28 13:27:34
These are the interim results from the Self-Transcendence 6 & 10 day races 2012 in Flushing Meadow Park, New York. After dropping into second place after lower mileage days on... Read more
DragonRun 1027
Published on 2012-04-27 17:44:30
Arry Beresford-Webb has just about a week to go in her trans-circling of Wales – the first attempt of its kind. The sports therapist based in Porth in the Rhondda Valley... Read more
DragonRun 1027
Published on 2012-04-27 17:44:30
Arry Beresford-Webb has just about a week to go in her trans-circling of Wales – the first attempt of its kind. The sports therapist based in Porth in the Rhondda Valley... Read more
Site News – Ultra News Section is Changing Address
Published on 2012-04-27 14:54:02
As of today, April 27th 2012, the Ultra News section is changing address. This will be the final post in this section as we are trying to make some kind... Read more
Site News – Ultra News Section is Changing Address
Published on 2012-04-27 14:54:02
As of today, April 27th 2012, the Ultra News section is changing address. This will be the final post in this section as we are trying to make some kind... Read more
Self-Transcendence 6 And 10 Day Races 2012 – 9 Day Updates Mark Dorion
Published on 2012-04-27 13:52:40
Posted on the Ultralist: Epic Women’s Battle in NY S.T. 10 Day/ 24 Hours To Go I am on a short break from helping out at the Self-Transcendence 6 and 10... Read more
Hamster Endurance 24/12 Hour Races 2012
Published on 2012-04-27 07:11:47
Tidings of a new event in Bellingham, Washington, called the Hamster Endurance Runs. The event takes place at Bellingham’s Lake Padden on August 11 and 12, 2012. There are 12... Read more
Self-Transcendence 6 & 10 day Races 2012 – Day 3/Day7 Updates
Published on 2012-04-26 04:42:22
Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Wed, 25 Apr 2012 19:24:59 -0400 From: Mark Dorion Subject: Wild, Exciting Races at New York 6/ 10 day! (Wed. evening update) Standings at aprox.... Read more
The JOGLE (John ‘O’ Groats to Lands End) 2012 – Updates – Day 6
Published on 2012-04-25 19:01:50
The 2012 John ‘O’ Groats to Lands End has completed its sixth day and of the eleven starters 4 remain. The longest multiday race on the UK ultrarunning calendar is... Read more
Self-Transcendence 6 and 10 Day Races 2012 Updates
Published on 2012-04-24 18:42:23
The Self-Transcendence 6 and 10 Day Races 2012 are both underway and Day two results of the 6 day race have been posted on the Sri Chinmoy Races website. 23... Read more
Jane Trumper Becomes First Woman to Run Across The Simpson Desert
Published on 2012-04-23 15:03:51
Ultrarunner Jane Trumper has just become the first woman to run across Australia’s Simpson Desert. Running in temperatures approaching 45 degrees Celsius,Jane, a nurse who only took up running 8... Read more
Marathon des Sables 2012 – Results
Published on 2012-04-23 11:47:48
The 27th edition of the Marathon des Sables began April 8th 2012 at its customary location in Ouarzazate, Morocco. This year 853 runners began this classic multiday race through the... Read more
Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race 2012 Update – Day 3
Published on 2012-04-22 20:48:42
Originally posted on the Ultralist: Cold and Wet Multiday Runners Still Moving Fast in NYC! Yesterday (Saturday), 70 miles or so north of New York City, one of the USA’s... Read more
Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race 2012 – 48 Hour Update
Published on 2012-04-21 07:39:06
Mark Dorion is in New York helping out at the Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race in Flushing Meadow Park which started on April 18th 2012 with 19 men and 15 women.... Read more
Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race 2012 – 48 Hour Update
Published on 2012-04-21 07:39:06
Mark Dorion is in New York helping out at the Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race in Flushing Meadow Park which started on April 18th 2012 with 19 men and 15 women.... Read more
Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race 2012
Published on 2012-04-18 16:22:27
The Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race: Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:08:36 -0600 From: Mark Dorion Subject: Bigtime Multiday Racing in the Big Apple Wherever in the... Read more
Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race 2012
Published on 2012-04-18 16:22:27
The Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race: Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:08:36 -0600 From: Mark Dorion Subject: Bigtime Multiday Racing in the Big Apple Wherever in the... Read more
Coburg 24 Hour Race 2012 – Results
Published on 2012-04-15 09:32:34
This weekend saw the staging of the 25th Coburg 24 Hour Race. This is an internationally renowned event with competitors this year from Belgium, China and England as well as... Read more
Coburg 24 Hour Race 2012 – Results
Published on 2012-04-15 09:32:34
This weekend saw the staging of the 25th Coburg 24 Hour Race. This is an internationally renowned event with competitors this year from Belgium, China and England as well as... Read more
5th Endurance 24 Hour, Espoo 2012
Published on 2012-04-14 09:01:10
The 5th Endurance 24 hour ultrarunning event which was held at the Esport Arena,Espoo, Finland February 25-26 2012 was won by Finland’s Juha Hietanen who ran 243 km. Finland took the... Read more
5th Endurance 24 Hour, Espoo 2012
Published on 2012-04-14 09:01:10
The 5th Endurance 24 hour ultrarunning event which was held at the Esport Arena,Espoo, Finland February 25-26 2012 was won by Finland’s Juha Hietanen who ran 243 km. Finland took the... Read more
The Vanguard Way 2 Day Ultra 2012
Published on 2012-04-14 07:41:08
Extreme Energy Event Alert: New Event – The Vanguard Way 2 Day Ultra 2012 – ‘The Suburbs To Sea Multi Stage Ultra’ – 66 Miles, 2 Days Event Date: 06/10/12... Read more
The Vanguard Way 2 Day Ultra 2012
Published on 2012-04-14 07:41:08
Extreme Energy Event Alert: New Event – The Vanguard Way 2 Day Ultra 2012 – ‘The Suburbs To Sea Multi Stage Ultra’ – 66 Miles, 2 Days Event Date: 06/10/12... Read more
Irish 24 Hour Championships 2012
Published on 2012-04-13 07:59:42
The third edition of Ireland’s only 24-Hour race, the Energia 24 Hour which will include the Irish 24 Hour Championships this year takes place at the 8-lane Sportsplex track in... Read more
Irish 24 Hour Championships 2012
Published on 2012-04-13 07:59:42
The third edition of Ireland’s only 24-Hour race, the Energia 24 Hour which will include the Irish 24 Hour Championships this year takes place at the 8-lane Sportsplex track in... Read more
New Races On The Multiday & Ultrarunning Calendar
Published on 2012-04-11 13:15:59
More races have been added to the Multiday & Ultrarunning Calendar including: Olympus Mythical Trail – 100 km Rodopi Ultra Trail – 100 m Roller Coaster Run – 43 km... Read more
New Races On The Multiday & Ultrarunning Calendar
Published on 2012-04-11 13:15:59
More races have been added to the Multiday & Ultrarunning Calendar including: Olympus Mythical Trail – 100 km Rodopi Ultra Trail – 100 m Roller Coaster Run – 43 km... Read more
Athens International Ultramarathon Festival 2012 Results
Published on 2012-04-08 09:26:23
The 7th Athens International Ultramarathon Festival 2012 took place between March 19 and April 4 at the former Ellinikon International Airport. Weather conditions were dry from the start for the... Read more
Updates from Evreux 48 Hour Treadmill Race 2012
Published on 2012-02-22 17:44:10
Sharon Gayter has stepped in to the Evreux 48 Hour Treadmill Race that started today in Evreux, France. Originally, Christina Garcia and Christopher Laborie were scheduled to run but have... Read more
Updates from Evreux 48 Hour Treadmill Race 2012
Published on 2012-02-22 17:44:10
Sharon Gayter has stepped in to the Evreux 48 Hour Treadmill Race that started today in Evreux, France. Originally, Christina Garcia and Christopher Laborie were scheduled to run but have... Read more
Treadmill Running Records 2011
Published on 2012-02-22 17:24:35
6 jours d’Antibes – 800 kms Micka from Gildas Fire on Vimeo. On December 17th, 2011, Michael Micaletti improved his record of the world on 6 days treadmill ( from... Read more
Treadmill Running Records 2011
Published on 2012-02-22 17:24:35
6 jours d’Antibes – 800 kms Micka from Gildas Fire on Vimeo. On December 17th, 2011, Michael Micaletti improved his record of the world on 6 days treadmill ( from... Read more
The North Face TransGranCanaria 2012
Published on 2012-02-17 08:37:46
All four events at the 2012 TransGranCanaria have sold out. The North Face®, has announced the addition of Tsuyoshi Kaburaki (JPN) to its ultra running team taking part in The... Read more
The North Face TransGranCanaria 2012
Published on 2012-02-17 08:37:46
All four events at the 2012 TransGranCanaria have sold out. The North Face®, has announced the addition of Tsuyoshi Kaburaki (JPN) to its ultra running team taking part in The... Read more
Sierra Nevada Relay 2012
Published on 2012-02-17 05:03:28
Roads Less Traveled Relays – February Newsletter: Sierra Nevada Relay After a several year search of driving around different states, we believe we have finally found a route that lives... Read more
Sierra Nevada Relay 2012
Published on 2012-02-17 05:03:28
Roads Less Traveled Relays – February Newsletter: Sierra Nevada Relay After a several year search of driving around different states, we believe we have finally found a route that lives... Read more
Yukon Arctic Ultra 2012 – Results
Published on 2012-02-12 17:02:15
The Yukon Arctic Ultra has drawn to a close and with four finishers in the 300 mile race from the 10 starters. Swiss runner Filipo Genuchi finished with a 12... Read more
Yukon Arctic Ultra 2012 – Results
Published on 2012-02-12 17:02:15
The Yukon Arctic Ultra has drawn to a close and with four finishers in the 300 mile race from the 10 starters. Swiss runner Filipo Genuchi finished with a 12... Read more
i2P Expreso de los Andes Expedition 2012
Published on 2012-02-11 07:07:20
The mission of impossible2Possible(i2P) is to encourage youth to reach beyond their perceived limits and to that end, the next project that Ray Zahab and Kevin Vallely have is a... Read more
Pickled Feet 24/12 Hour Race 2012
Published on 2012-02-11 06:11:14
A new 24 hour race will take plave near Boise, Idaho on the 30th of March 2012. Along with a 12 hour option this new race hosted by Pickled Feet... Read more
David Horton Takes To His Bike
Published on 2011-06-10 10:02:53
David Horton: Adventure 2011 by David Horton on Monday, 06 June 2011 at 00:17 ADVENTURE 2011: MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE FROM BANFF CANADA TO ANTELOPE WELLS NM—2745 MILES: TOUR DIVIDE By DAVID HORTON Most of you think that I am an ultrarunner. From m
The French Ultra Festival – Antibes 6 Day Race 2011
Published on 2011-06-08 18:47:30
The 6th French Ultra Festival is underway in the South of France featuring the Antibes 6 Day, 72 hour and 48 hour races. The 6 day event has 3 categories, Runners, Walkers and Treadmillers. There is a live webcam on the front page of the website and
Last Annual Vol State Run 2011
Published on 2011-06-08 07:17:19
I hadnt heard until now when the Vol-State multiday extravaganza was taking place this year – Laz posted on the Ultralist. “…For listers looking forward to the extended (and we mean extended) coverage this year, the race is s
The Loire Integral 2012
Published on 2011-06-06 06:02:16
Hello to you all A new endurance race is programmed for 2012: “The Loire Integral” Check the source at Mont Gerbier rods for arrival on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean under the bridge of St Nazaire. Total distance of about 1100 km and 1
Barkley vs Self-Transcendence 3100 (Monsters vs. Aliens?) Mark Dorion
Published on 2011-06-06 05:35:52
Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Sun, 5 Jun 2011 20:48:32 -0400 From: Markd145 Subject: Barkley vs. Self-Self-Transcendence 3100 (Monsters vs. Aliens?) Several experienced ultrarunners have asked me, in recent months, to compare the Barkley
7TH Athens International Ultramarathon Festival 2012
Published on 2011-06-05 20:10:19
The 7TH International Ultramarathon Festival has announced details of its 2012 program. 1000 MILES: March 19- April 4 1000KM: March 25-April 4 6 days: March 29- April 4 72hr: March 29-April 1 48hr: March 30- April 1 24hr: March 31-April 1 The
Gore-Tex Trail Running Camp
Published on 2011-06-02 09:14:49
GORE-TEX® is organising a trail running camp in the Dolomites from July 21st to July 24th 2011 Twenty participants from all over Europe will be given the chance to experience all aspects of trail running in the company of professional runners, run
Wickham Park Results 2011
Published on 2011-06-02 08:24:01
Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2011 18:57:26 -0700 From: Matt Mahoney Subject: Wickham Park 200 results Results for all 4 stages of the Wickham Park marathon and 50, 100, and 200 mile fun runs are posted to http://mattmahoney.n
Wickham Park Stage 1 Results 2011
Published on 2011-05-30 07:12:44
Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Sun, 29 May 2011 21:00:30 -0700 From: Matt Mahoney Subject: Wickham Park stage 1 results Results for the first 50 mile stage of the Wickham Park marathon and 50, 100, and 200 mile fun runs are posted to http://mattmahon
THE TRACK Outback Race 2011 – Results
Published on 2011-05-29 17:34:55
THE TRACK Outback Race THE inaugural TRACK Outback Race – a 590 km foot multiday race with 9 stages recently concluded. Runners have a roadbook and make their own way individually or as a team (minimum 3 people). Each competitor carries his/her
Run Across Georgia 2011
Published on 2011-05-29 16:49:47
The RUN FOR THE HEROES – A 260 MILE RUN ACROSS GEORGIA and RELAY from May 25 to May 29 2011 – Memorial Day Weekend. Pick your challenge. Choose from a Relay, a 5-Day Stage Timed Race (fully-supported, or not), or just Run As Fast As You Can!
Tony Mangan Reaches the West Coast
Published on 2011-05-29 16:16:19
World runner Tony Mangan has reached the Ocean Beach San Diego on the West Coast of America May 21st after beginning his Americas leg at St. John’s in Newfoundland November 10th 2010. Tony is taking a four weeks to get his next leg of the journ
3 Days At The Fair 2011 – Prelimnary Results
Published on 2011-05-17 07:16:01
The 3 Days At The Fair race results are available. The big news was that Phil McCarthy set a new 48 hour US record of 257.34 miles surpassing the previous record of 247 miles. Rick McNulty, the Race Director, posted on the Ultralist “A huge con
3 Days At The Fair 2011 – Prelimnary Results
Published on 2011-05-17 07:16:01
The 3 Days At The Fair race results are available. The big news was that Phil McCarthy set a new 48 hour US record of 257.34 miles surpassing the previous record of 247 miles. Rick McNulty, the Race Director, posted on the Ultralist “A huge con
Unix 6 Day Race Balatonfured, Hungary 2011 – Results
Published on 2011-05-15 14:32:21
The 2011 Unix 6 Day Race in Balatonfured, Hungary was won by Scottish ultrarunner William Sichel with 834 km (518.312 miles) setting new British and Scottish M55 age group records. Hans-Jurgen Schlotter matched Sichels efforts for the first 4 days bu
Unix 6 Day Race Balatonfured, Hungary 2011 – Results
Published on 2011-05-15 14:32:21
The 2011 Unix 6 Day Race in Balatonfured, Hungary was won by Scottish ultrarunner William Sichel with 834 km (518.312 miles) setting new British and Scottish M55 age group records. Hans-Jurgen Schlotter matched Sichels efforts for the first 4 days bu
The Perfect Ultra/ Multiday Shoe? (& Multiday News)
Published on 2011-05-10 17:39:50
There has been plenty of chatter in the past year or two about “the best ultra shoe,” minimalist running shoes for ultras, barefoot running and the like. I conducted (with the help of some other very experienced ultrarunners, including so
EXTREME ENERGY UTMB QUALIFYING POINTS 2011
Published on 2011-05-09 23:04:06
Round The Island Isle of Wight Multistage Ultra 2011 EXTREME ENERGY UTMB QUALIFYING POINTS We are delighted to be able to inform you all that our Round The Island 2 day ultra in 2011 will be a 2 point qualifier for the UTMB 2012. As many of your know
Last Day of the Unix 6 day Race
Published on 2011-05-09 06:45:06
With 22 and half hours remaining in the Unix 6 Day race in Balatonfured in Hungary William Sichel has a lead of some 20 miles over Hans-Jurgen Schlotter in the mens race and Monica Barchetti has a an 18 km lead over Heather Foundling Hawker. There is
Truly Amazing Women’s 2011 Ultra Performances!! (And other news)
Published on 2011-05-09 06:37:09
In an incredible, true iron-woman ultra “double,” Adelaide, Australia’s 34 year young SARAH BARNETT won the Athens International Ultrafestival (Greece) 1,000Km (621+ mi) women’s race (5th overall) in 9 Days+ 12:24:32. Sarah fi
Self-Transcendence 24 Hour Race Basle 2011 – Results
Published on 2011-05-08 11:02:35
The Self-Transcendence 24 Hour race in Basle is hosted by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team and this year was the 23rd edition of the race. The event finished earlier today with Latvian Victor Rodionov winning the mens event with 225 km (139 miles). Four
Did You Read Ultrarunning World No.5?
Published on 2011-05-06 11:23:35
Did you read UltraRunning World No.5? If so read on and if not get the free pdf at the link below. Ultrarunning World magazine is looking at the best ways to serve its audience and it would be useful if you could please take a moment to complete the
Unix 6 Day/48 Hour Race 2011
Published on 2011-05-04 07:03:28
The Unix 6 Day/48 Hour Race 2011 got underway about and hour and a half ago in Balatonfured on the shore of Lake Balaton in Hungary. 30 runners were signed up for the 6 day and 23 for the 48 hour plus there are team categories in both events. William
Transe Gaule 2011
Published on 2011-05-03 06:49:56
Hello, On the link to our partner site YANOO.NET, some information on the Transe Gaule 2011 (9th edition) to be held this summer from August 10 to 27: http://www.yanoo.net/index.php?load=news&key = 1080. This year we celebrate the way the 10th an
Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race 2011 – Mark Dorion
Published on 2011-05-02 08:11:18
Date: Sun, 1 May 2011 10:21:48 -0400 From: Mark Dorion Subject: After 10 days in New York (and other news) Dear Ultrarunners, My heavy legs are currently trying to chase my kids (Amalia 3D 10,5, Toby 3D 6.5) all over New York City. Yesterday in betwe
Cornbelt 24 Hour 2011 Results
Published on 2011-05-02 06:37:20
Zach Gingerich And Bonnie Busch Win At Cornbelt 24 Hour The Cornbelt 24 Hour race took place on the weekend at Eldridge, Iowa, North Scott High School Track. Top runners were Zach Gingerich winner of the recent Land Between the Lakes 50 miler and the
Self-Transcendence 6 Day Race 2011 – Ray Krolewicz
Published on 2011-05-01 05:46:20
Self-Transcendence 6 Day Race 2011 Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Sat, 30 Apr 2011 15:00:58 GMT From: “rayk” Subject: Six day report (sorta) NUC So I ran a six day after 25 years without one. I’d forgotten all the fun I was missing.
9Bar JOGLE 2011
Published on 2011-04-30 11:10:00
The 2011 John ‘O’ Groats to Lands End race is underway. Only one runner remains of the original seven starters in this 16 day, 860 mile stage race. The race features long stages of around 60 miles a day and with cut-offs to ensure no jok
Arizona 6 Day/100 Mile Race 2011
Published on 2011-04-25 08:06:38
Just saw a note on facebook : Arizona Six Day Race and 100 Mile / 100 km start on Saturday, July 16, 2011. A few format changes. … TBA in a week or so. … Cheers, Email Gary for more details. Gary Cross
New Edition of Ultrarunning World
Published on 2011-04-23 09:51:04
Issue 5 of Ultrarunning World magazine was published today. Contains race reports from Druid Challenge winner Richard Meade, the story of the 2010 La Transtica race in Costa Rica, Lucy Bulkeley’s 4 Deserts Grand Slam in 2010 and a look back at
Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race 2011 – Day 2 Results
Published on 2011-04-20 18:15:28
Results for the first 2 days of the 2011 Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race have been posted on the race website. Vladimir Razumovskiy and Yuri Trostenyuk who tied for honours on day one have made it two in a row as they both had 169 miles after 48 hours
Athens International Ultra Fesival 2011 1000 Km Results
Published on 2011-04-19 08:52:43
Congratulations to Trond Sjavic and Sarah Barnett for winning the Athens 1000 km World Cup at the 2011 Athens International Ultra Festival in Greece. This is the only event of its kind currently being held. Last year the main event at the Ultra Festi
Self-Transcendence 10 Day Race 2011
Published on 2011-04-16 10:29:57
The Self-Transcendence 10 day race 2011 hosted by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team, SCMT, got underway yesterday in Flushing Meadow Park in New York. Some 34 runners began their 240 hour journey under a blue sunny sky with Spring-like temperatures. Last
Polar Race 2011
Published on 2011-04-15 11:32:13
The Polar Race was inspired and organised by a team led by two of the best known British adventurers, Jock Wishart and David Hempleman-Adams. In 1996 they organised the “expedition with a difference” when they successfully took ten novice
26th Marathon des Sables 2011 Results
Published on 2011-04-13 08:46:06
The Marathon des Sables is a 6 day stage race that this year ran from Takkourt N’takouit to Kourci Dial Zaid in Morocco. Over 800 competitors had to carry food and gear across each of the daily stages through various terrain. This years winners
Balaton Supermarathon 2011 – Adam Zahoran
Published on 2011-04-13 07:42:53
Introduction Budapest Marathon Organisation offers a great race and a real challenge. Lake Balaton Supermarathon is a 4-day-long race, in which the participants can run for one,two or 4 days – each day about 48 km, 195,4 km all together. The
La Piste des Caribous – New Race by Raid Sahara Organisation
Published on 2011-04-11 12:18:45
Raid Sahara has an extended series of races planned. The 5 Continent Challenge takes in North America with, La piste des Caribous/Caribous Track – Quebec/Canada a brand new event: 190 km en 3 ou 4 self-sufficient stages/ Registrations will open
Athens Ultra Festival 2011 – 1000 km winner & 7 Day Race Results
Published on 2011-04-10 08:11:29
The Athens Ultra Festival 7 Day race 2011 results are available as the multiday race has just concluded. Top UK ultrarunner Sharon Gayter set a new UK 6 day record by running 750 km, surpassing the previous record of 730.6 km. In the 72 hour event Mi
Athens Ultra Festival 2011
Published on 2011-04-06 11:58:20
This years Athens Ultra Festival is underway at the old Athens airport in Greece. Last years 1000 mile winner Wolfgang Schwerk has returned to continue raising standards at the only race this year, so far, to hold a 1000 km division. South Africans h
Why anyone can complete an Ultra-Marathon & dispelling The Ultra-Marathon myth
Published on 2011-03-31 06:53:37
From: Wes Crutcher Subject: Why anyone can complete an Ultra-Marathon & dispelling The Ultra-Marathon myth Message Body: A recent TV program on The Discovery Channel featured well known British Olympic Athlete James Cracknell competing it what wa
6633 Ultra 2011 – Extreme S4C Presenter Conquers The Arctic
Published on 2011-03-30 06:56:05
Extreme S4C Presenter Conquers The Arctic S4C presenter Lowri Morgan was the sole survivor of this year’s 6633 Ultra Marathon as she became only the sixth person to cross the finish line. The channel’s cameras followed Lowri’s every step in the
Juniperwood Ranch Runs, Ash Fork, AZ – 48/24 Hour 2011
Published on 2011-03-23 18:59:09
Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:38:19 -0700 From: Nick Coury Subject: Juniperwood Ranch 48 Hour, 24 Hour, 50 Mile, Marathon in AZ List, Registration is now open for the Juniperwood Ranch Runs in Ash Fork, AZ! Race distances include
The Jungle Ultra 2012
Published on 2011-03-22 07:31:16
From: Wes Crutcher Subject: The Jungle Ultra 2012 Message Body: A new event has been launched for the multi-day ultramarathon circuit. The Jungle Ultra is a 230km 6 stage race from 900ft up in the cloud forests of Peru down to the Amazon rain forest
6633 Ultra 2011
Published on 2011-03-18 07:24:47
Today sees the start of the 6633 Ultra at Eagle Plain in the Yukon. This is a very challenging endurance race in very cold conditions. This ultramarathon event has two options – a 120 mile race and a 350 mile race that finishes in Tuktoyaktuk i
La Piste des Caribous 2011
Published on 2011-03-10 17:27:30
Subject: The Trail of the Caribou – Caribou Track – Quebec / Canada The Trail of the Caribou Stage Race 2011 1st edition: 190 km in 3 or 4 stages, Adventure or Extreme – Self sufficient Registrations will open 22 of march – li
TV Presenter Lowri Morgan To Run 6633 Ultra 2011
Published on 2011-03-10 06:54:54
TV Presenter’s race against time, the elements and her own mental demons Lowri Morgan is fearless. She craves new and exciting challenges. Extreme challenges that most of us wouldn’t even think of doing. Competing against herself and pushing her
2011 Transe Gaule 9 Almost Full
Published on 2011-03-08 03:58:47
The 9th edition of the great French stage race La Transe Gaule is almost full. The 50 runner limit has been reached but the Race Director sent word that inevitably there will be a few people who won’t make it so if you still have the desire to
Trans Slovenia South Edition 2011
Published on 2011-03-05 21:35:39
I am glad to inform you about next Trans Slovenia South edition 2011, ultra run which will be held in August 2011. Start: Mountain lodge Boc (Near Rogaška Slatina), Wednesday 3.8.2011 at 6:00, Finish: Koper, Sunday 7.8.2011 , Total length: 360km Sta
Kevin Lin Plans to Run The Silk Road 2011
Published on 2011-03-03 17:55:26
Kevin Lin, a renowned Taiwanese ultra-marathon runner, announced at a news conference Wednesday,that he and three other team mates will run the length of the Silk Road some 9,600 km, starting in Istanbul, Turkey, in late April and finishing in Xian,
Dean Karnazes Starts Run Across America 2011
Published on 2011-02-26 08:14:11
Ultramarathon Man Dean Karnazes began his latest project yesterday, February 25th: “a coast-to-coast challenge designed to inspire Americans to get up, get active and get healthy. Beginning in Southern California on February 25 with a spectacul
Self-Transcendence 6 & 10 Day Races 2011
Published on 2011-02-19 11:55:33
Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Fri, 18 Feb 2011 17:21:15 -0500 From: Marrk Dorion Subject: World-Class International Ultrarunners Coming to NY Self-Trans. Ultras In just 8 weeks, the annual NEW YORK SELF-TRANSCENDENCE 6 and 10 Day Races get underway
John Price Trans-Am Solo 2011
Published on 2011-02-12 04:00:49
Ultralister John Price has bought his one way ticket to LA where he will commence his solo run across the USA to Virginia Beach starting Monday 14th February. John will be heading east from Venice Beach, West Los Angeles, CA for Interstate 10 to Stat
Heart Rate Monitors – The New ePulse2 Armband Monitor
Published on 2011-02-11 17:16:55
LAS VEGAS/EWORLDWIRE/Feb. 9, 2011 — The ePulse2, featuring the latest in fitness and personal monitoring technology, is changing the way people monitor their health by conveniently, continually and accurately providing users’ vital inform
2011 Arrowhead 135
Published on 2011-02-08 11:33:20
Arrowhead 135 is a human powered race that takes place across Northern Minnesota in the middle of winter. Starting at International Falls, MN the race is run on the Arrowhead State Trail to the intersection with the Hwy 77 on Lake Vermillion, near To
4th Endurance 24 Hour, Espoo, Finland 2011 Results
Published on 2011-02-01 17:43:52
The fourth Espoo Endurance 24 hour took place January 29th in Finland with a strong field 84 men – 36 going over 100 miles and the top 8 men going over 200 km – five of those runners being Fins with British runner Mark Cockbain making 8th
La Transtica 2011
Published on 2011-02-01 13:01:55
LA TRANSTICA is a free pace Trail race, with a prologue and 5 stages with points of supply, assistance and bivouac for a total distance from 120 (Adventure) to 200 kms (Extreme). LA TRANSTICA is first of all a human and sports adventure. The main obj
Ultrarunning World Magazine Issue 4 December/January 2011
Published on 2011-01-24 16:50:47
The latest issue of Ultrarunning World has just been published just in time to legitimately call it a December issue. Featuring stories and a few write-ups of recent races in the US, India, Scotland and the Sahara Desert, the magazine lives up to its
Scotland 2 Sahara – Andrew Murray’s Almost Done
Published on 2011-01-21 12:22:08
The Scottish ultrarunner Andrew Murray, who embarked on an epic journey from John ‘o’ Groats to Morroco beginning on November the 8th 2010, will be done in 3 days – some 2650 miles later, according to his latest tweet. Preparation f
Jesper Olsen’s World Run II Resumes
Published on 2011-01-12 18:30:28
Jesper Olsen, the Danish ultrarunner who, having finished running around the world in 2005 and began a North to South run of similar magnitude starting July 1st 2008, has resumed running in Argentina, January 1st after a few months recovery break in
Jean Béliveau And The WWWalk – Newsletter January 2011
Published on 2011-01-12 07:55:04
Dearest friends! Hopefully you had a “Merry Christmas”! And Jean is joining me to wish you a “Year 2011” filled with Magic, Prosperity, Health, Love and Peace! For us, this year is the one that will fulfill our dearest wish: Jean’s return h
Ted Corbitt 24 Hour Race New York 2003
Published on 2011-01-12 04:47:50
Ted Corbitt 24 Hour Race November 8-9, 2003, Astoria Park, N.Y.C. A Personal Account by Arpan DeAngelo Considered by many as the father of long distance running and racing in the U.S. and still a humble figure in the ultra-running community in the Ne
Excerpts from ‘Running Through the Millennium’ by Lynn David Newton Chap.11
Published on 2011-01-11 17:18:22
Excerpts from ‘Running Through the Millennium’ by Lynn David Newton Chapter 11: Across The Years From Me To You Wednesday, January 5, 2000 It’s the morning of Monday, January 3. Everything from here to the end of this journal is b
3 Days At The Fair 2011 – 72 Hour
Published on 2011-01-09 18:14:12
From the Race Directors: We are happy to announce that NJ Trail Series will be offering a 72 Hour option at 3 Days at the Fair in 2011. This is in addition to the current offering of 48 and 24 hour races. The start date for the 72 Hour is Thursday
Day 75 – Tony Mangan’s Run Around The World
Published on 2011-01-08 14:46:07
While most of us are recovering from the festive season, Tony Mangan is on the road somewhere East of Boston heading toward Worcester in the middle of the coldest 90 days of a New York winter. However, recent photos on Tonys blog show him in good spi
Across The Years 2010 – Biondic & Yutz Triumph
Published on 2011-01-02 21:29:04
Across The Years is the longest running multiday in the US and this edition was the 27th running of the event.The events take place at Nardini Manor, Buckeye, AZ starting 9:00 am 29th December and concluding 9:00 am New Years Day. The 72 hour is a un
Peanut Island 24/12/6 Hour 2010
Published on 2011-01-01 15:36:47
Posted on the Ultralist: Date: Sat, 1 Jan 2011 01:01:48 -0500 From: Mike Melton Subject: Final results of the Peanut Island Races Hello All - Final results of all three fixed-time races – the 6-hour, the 12-hour, and the 24-hour ̵