Lunatics I Follow
Holiday Lake 50K, 25K & 10K
Appomattox, VA
I feel like ultra runners should go run any race started by David Horton - they all have a lot of character. I dropped down to the 25k after a …
Trapp Lodge Mountain Marathon
Stowe, VT
I spent a weekend at the Trapp Family Lodge and ran a marathon there too. I couldn't resist this scenic little race, and the chance to stay at the iconic …
Rocky Branch Trail Race (fka Rivermen Ultra)
Belmont, NC
Gosh, I love a random little indy ultra! I added this race to my calendar as a training run. Emailed the RD the week of the race (and after he …
Mines of Spain 100
Dubuque, IA
Sun Trail Running does an amazing job putting on this race. Hands down, production is so good, and Josh Sun has a loyal following in Iowa. Course: This race runs …
Austin Marathon & Half Marathon
Austin, TX
I had heard great things about the Austin Marathon, and while the city is great, the marathon is a little lackluster. The race production and the swag were great, but …
Yeti 7-11 Hour Endurance Run
Lithia Springs, GA
Honestly, I think this goes for all Yeti Races -- go run one! The have a cult following for a reason. I have crewed some Yeti races, but this was …
Kiawah Island Marathon & Half Marathon
Kiawah Island, SC
I didn't really chose this race, but joined two friends that decided to run the marathon (after a long hiatus from marathon running). This race is a great destination for …
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon
Cincinnati, OH
Kudos to the people that put on the Flying Pig! I had heard great things about this race, and had originally been signed up to run the 2020 race. The …
Lookout Mountain Trail Race
Lookout Mountain, GA
Beautiful and challenging race!! The first 18 miles are on Lookout Mountain, you run on amazing trails that were built as WPA projects in the depression. Gorgeous views of the …
Mountaineer Rumble 50K, 100K, 100M Trail Race
Blacksburg, SC
I love a tiny ultra! Obscure little races on beautiful trails. This one was a delightful surprise - so well organized!! A+ all around. I'll detail below. Race Administration: The …