Category Archives: Trail Running

2021 Golden Gate Dirty 30

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After much anticipation, the 2021 Dirty 30 had finally arrived. Ben, Dave and I were allowed to roll over our 2020 entry’s, given it was cancelled due to COVID (which makes sense for a naturally socially distanced event full of young, fit people – but I digress). I was just glad to finally experience the legend that was this race, coupled with Race Director Megan Finnesy’s hard work and unrivaled attention to detail, it certainly did not disappoint. This was my 3rd ultra overall and by far the most difficult. Keep Reading…

Grand Canyon: Rim to Rim to Rim Trail Run

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The Grand Canyon is a funny place. On the one hand, its reputation precedes itself. Everyone know what it is. Everyone has seen incredible photos of it. Everyone knows it to be one of the great natural wonders of the world. And just about every other canyon, gorge, valley, ditch, ravine, or similar gouge in the earth has been compared to it. It is the standard. Keep Reading…

Family Thanksgiving in the Desert, 2020 Style

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There’s something I never really realized about Thanksgiving until this year: it’s a four day weekend. Now, before you judge that comment as being on the same level of stupidity as anti-vaxxers, shutting down the national forest for the sake of keeping skiers off of Loveland Pass, getting arrested at a Costco for not wearing a mask, or any other related absurdities of 2020, allow me to explain. Keep Reading…

Frisco to East Vail

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With no shortage of warm, dry weather still hanging around Colorado late into October, it was time to head out for another local trail run. Brian and I decided on a point-to-point run from Frisco to East Vail, connecting the Meadow Creek and Gore Creek Trailheads. It was a fun day out and nice to check off another route that’s long been on the wish list. Keep reading…