Best of 2009

General

Video interviews with Anton Krupicka and Duncan Callahan – Interviews with prior Leadville 100 champions Anton Krupicka and Duncan Callahan in the days before the 2009 Leadville 100.
The Road to Trail Running Success – A discussion of why road running or non-technical trail running may improve your trail running.
A Plea to Dean Karnazes – A reminder to all of us to listen to our bodies and take breaks when we need them.
Trail Running Photography Tips – We went to professional photographer/ultrarunner Tom Sperduto to get tips on how to take great photos on the trail.
New 100 milers in 2010 – A collection of the 100 milers being added to the calendar in 2010. Eight are featured while other additions are noted.
Best Debut 100 Mile Performance of 2008 – Balloting and results for best debut 100 miler of 2008.
A Plea to the Western States Boad for Accountability and Transparency – A call for the WS Board to open itself up due to the race’s stature in the ultrarunning community.
Will Running on the Treadmill Make You Insane – A humorous look at treadmill running by Kevin Sullivan, whose treadmill running helped him finish 5th at the 2009 Western States 100.
Trail Runners Reflect on 2009 – A collection of top runners and industry insiders reflect on their running in 2009.
Ultramarathon and Trail Running Camps – Info on trail running and ultra running camps for adults.

Races/Runs

Western States Roundup – A collection of race reports, photos & videos from the 2009 Western States 100.
White River Runs Wild - Anton Krupicka breaks Uli Steidl’s course record at the 2009 White River 50 mile.
The North Face Endurance Challenge Championships – A race recap and quotes from top finishers in the 50 mile, as well as a video of competitors in the shorter races.
Lakeside Updates on Kilian Jornet’s Tahoe Rim Run – A running commentary on Kilian Jornet’s record-breaking run of the 165-mile Tahoe Rim Trail.
Time on the Trail with Kilian Jornet – Bryon Powell’s personal account of joining Kilian Jornet during his record-breaking run of the Tahoe Rim Trail.
Leadville 100 2009: A Sandbagger’s Journey (Part 1 – Start through mile 40; Part 2 – mile 40 to finish) – Bryon Powell’s personal account of his 10th place finish at the 2009 Leadville 100.
20 hours to Harrison: Leadville 100 – Trail Runner Magazine contributing editor Garett Graubins describes the journey to his 7th place finish at the 2009 Leadville 100.
Living It Up at the Canadian Death Race – A big time race in a small Canadian town. We were there to watch Sean Meissner become the first American man to win the race.
Geoff Roes Obliterated Wasatch 100 Course Record – A report from the 2009 Wasatch 100 where Geoff Roes shattered the course record. Oh, and there was a phenomenal women’s race, too!

Gear

Marathon des Sables/Desert Racing

Heat Acclimation Tips – Heat acclimation tips for runners prior to fiery events like the Badwater 135 and Marathon des Sables.
Footwear for the Marathon des Sables
Marathon des Sables Pack and Sleeping Gear
Food for the Marathon des Sables
Training for the Marathon des Sables – Bryon Powell described the final 14 weeks of his training for the Marathon des Sables.