TALK ULTRA is now on STITCHER

Posted on December 19, 2014 by talkultra

Due to demand, TALK ULTRA has now been added to STITCHER.

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Skyrunning Limone Extreme VK Results and Images

Posted on October 10, 2014 by talkultra

As light faded over Lake Garda, the worlds best Skyrunners departed the town of Limone and headed up… up 1000 vertical meters for the final of the 2014 Skyrunner(R) World Series.

Leading from the front, Kilian Jornet almost didn’t need a head torch as he illuminated the trail with his speed. Last years winner and Skyrunner(R) World Series 2013 champion, Urban Zemmer followed but the writing was on the wall. Kilian looked impressive, relaxed and despite high humidity looked as cool as a cucumber.

37:27 after the start, fireworks confirmed Kilian’s arrival at the summit, Zemmer placed 2nd 37-seconds later.

Zemmer’s La Sportiva team mate, Marco Moletto placed 3rd.

For the ladies, a suer motivated Christen Dewalle lead 2013 Skyrunner(R) World Series champion Laura Orgue all the way to the summit producing a strong and world class performance.

Laura Orgue forever strong over the VK distance held on to 2nd place 2-minutes behind Dewalle.

Antonella Confortola had a battle for third place but held on recording a time of 48:16

Kilian’s victory confirms that he is now Skyrunner(R) World Series champion in VK and ULTRA distances. Tomorrow’s SKY race will make history… Kilian Jornet will be crowned Skyrunner(R) World Series champion in all three disciplines. A first!

If ever proof was needed of the Catalans supreme form and ability, this is it! We are experiencing history and in years to come we will look back and say, ‘do your remember?’

Bravo Kilian.

Results

Kilian Jornet 37:27
Urban Zemmer 38:05
Marco Moletto 38:19

Christel Dewalle 44:51
Laura Orgue 46:51
Antonella Confortola 48:16

Like the Wind Pop-UP : Photography with Ian Corless

Posted on September 13, 2014 by talkultra

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Are you a budding photographer? Do you want to learn from an expert? Then the Like the Wind Pop-Up has the answer – a masterclass and workshop with the one and only Ian Corless, the man behind many of the most inspiring and moving photos from the ultra and mountain running scene.

This will be a chance to learn from an expert about all the things it takes to create a great photo of a runner. Bring your camera and leave with information and inspiration. Details on how to book will be released in the next few days, but for now… who’d be interested in signing up for this?

Provisional date : Thursday October 30th – 1400 to 16/1700.

Like the Wind Pop-Up – what is it?

Like the Wind was conceived as a way for the running community to share each others stories – a magazine dedicated to collecting words, images and art that coveys what it is to be a runner. We want every piece to evoke something about running.

Happily, the running community, around the world, has embraced the magazine and enjoyed reading – and contributing – stories. Now, with two successful issues under our belts, we have decided to go beyond bringing runners together online and through the pages of the magazine. We are going to bring them together in a physical space.

The Like the Wind Pop-Up will be in the heart of the creative hub that is Shoreditch in east London. There will be space for brands who want to support the Pup-Up, there will be film nights, inspiring talks, guided runs and a launch party to rival the one that we held for the launch of the first issue of Like the Wind.

For one week, there will be a home for running stories in central London. Runners will be able to come and meet one another, interact with the magazine, buy limited edition artwork from the artists who have appeared on the pages, check out some of the finest running brands and generally have their running mojo given a boost.

We hope that as many runners as possible will join us and make this a special week for Like the Wind and everyone associated with it.

You can find out more about our Pop Up Gallery here.

The Rut 2014 – Race Preview

Posted on September 12, 2014 by talkultra

It only seems like weeks ago that I was writing a preview for the Skyrunner® World Series first ultra on La Palma: Transvulcania. Here I am, four races done and dusted and the final event looms. It has been quite a year and one that has seen some highs and lows for the runners. Going into the last event, it’s all to fight for both in the ladies and men’s races.

The Rut 50k organised by the Mike’s – Foote and Wolfe will no doubt be a great season closer. These guys have fully understood the needs of Skyrunning event and as such have provided an event that will test each and every runner.

The top-5 men and top-4 ladies currently ranked in the Skyrunner® World Series will go head-to-head in Montana and we look set for an exciting battle. In addition, a plethora of top world talent will also toe the line amongst 500-entrants.

The current rankings have rising star, Manuel Merillas at the head followed by Tom Owens, Kilian Jornet, Sage Canaday and then Fulvio Dapit. For the ladies, Alessandra Carlini tops the table after completing 3-races in the series.

So who is going to win?

Well, I suppose we need to think about 2-scenarios, winning the race and winning the series. For the men, the series will arguably come down to a battle between Jornet and Canaday (I will go for Jornet) and for the ladies, Frost, Enman and Forsberg are the contenders (I will go with Forsberg). Alessandra Carlini of course could potentially win the race… but this is unlikely when one considers the depth.

MEN

Kilian Jornet, do I need to say anymore? He’s won everything other than 2^nd at Transvulcania. KJ has set FKT’s, set course records, obliterated Hardrock 100, smashed Trofeo Kima and now The Rut is waiting! Win and Skyrunner® World Series champ.

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Sage Canaday wants to beat Kilian badly, really bad. I don’t mean that in a nasty way, but Sage would love to beat the master of the mountains. Form looks good but I think Sage will fall into the Ellie Greenwood category and may just lack the extra technical skills needed to beat Kilian. Considering the competition, Sage is not guaranteed 2^nd (or 1^st) for that matter.

Manuel Merillas is just getting better and better. He has been making us take a 2^nd look on repeated occasions and his recent 2^nd at Kima and closing within 1-minute of Kilian shows the talent is just waiting to be exploited. He will be in the mix for sure.

Tom Owens nearly pulled out of Ice Trail Tarentaise because he thought he was around 15^th – 20^th. That is until I told him that all the other runners were not in his race… he finished 3^rd. Phew! Prior to this, Tom ran a great Transvulcania and just a couple of weeks ago once again ran a great Kima. The Rut will suit Tom and he may just push Sage… podium material!

Adam Campbell is back. After his stunning Hardrock I can’t help but think Adam will mix it up in Montana. I see Tom, Sage and Adam having quite the battle for the podium. Of course, this assumes that Kilian is somewhere down the trail running for victory. If not, this race may well be wide open. Adam is fast, not as fast as Sage but arguably he is better on the technical stuff.

Alex Nichols had a great run at Speedgoat but the rest of his Skyrunning exploits have been below par, especially when one compares to 2013. On paper, The Rut should suit Alex; his combination of speed, endurance and climbing ability is a perfect mix for this course.

Ricky Gates is forever consistent and on his day can compete with the best. I’m not really sure of his current form? He forever seems to be on a road trip taking things relaxed, so, he may well be a surprise package.

Fulvio Dapit is a true mountain runner who is always in the mix. He may not be a podium contender in this field but 4^th or 5^th are just waiting for him. Just 2-weeks ago Fulvio had a strong run at Kima. His form is good.

Paul Hamilton was 2^nd at Speedgoat and I know little else? He was a surprise then and he may well be a surprise at The Rut?

Philipp Reiter is racing but is on his way back from injury. It almost certainly means he won’t have that extra 5-10% needed to be fighting up at the front but somewhere 5th – 10th is a distinct possibility.

Jason Delaney has speed. Will probably stick with Sage and will use his speed to take advantage of the fast sections.

Ones to watch:

Luke Nelson

Oscar Casal Mir

Marc Casal Mir

Galen Burrell

Greg Vollet

Catlow Shipeck

LADIES

Emelie Forsberg has had a tough 2014. Falling at Transvulcania ruined that race. An injured hand from the fall impacted on Zegama and then things clicked with victories at Ice Trail Tarentaise and the 80km in Chamonix. Matterhorn Ultraks didn’t quite go to plan and although Emelie placed 2^nd at Trofeo Kima, the race was an emotional rollercoaster after going off course for 1-hour. The emotion showed! For that reason, I see Emelie producing a dominant performance here in Montana. I think she will push hard, unleash the frustrations of Kima and have a dominant win and take the Skyrunner® World Series title.

Kasie Enman has impressed all year. 2014 has been the comeback year after a 2^nd child and what a comeback… Kasie has consistently been top-5 and just 2-weeks ago won Kima ahead of Emelie. Have to say, up to marathon distance is where Kasie excels so I see a potential 3^rd or 4^th here!

Anna Frost smashed Transvulcania and looked awesome. Placing 2^nd to Emelie at Chamonix 80k was another top result and I am pleased to say, Frosty has been relatively quiet since. This is great news… after so much injury; this lady finally is picking the races to perform at and not wiping herself out by racing too much. Her solid victory at Speedgoat 50k on paper suggests that The Rut will be a Frosty/ Forsberg showdown. Take your pick!

Ellie Greenwood has speed and talent in buckets but may well lack that extra 10% in technical and climbing ability. Especially in comparison to the ladies listed above. So, I see Ellie in the mix and battling with Kasie for 3^rd.

Kaitlin McDonald was 2^nd at The Rut last year and therefore gets a nod for a possible top-5. By that I mean 5^th! I see the top-4 places going to the ladies above.

Alessandra Carlini has had a great year and run consistently. For someone who lives on the coast with no mountains to train on, she has done amazingly well. In the field though, 5^th would be a great result and it would round out a quality 2014 season.

Hilary Allen is not a lady I know but her result at Speedgoat 50k (4^th) must make her a one-to-watch here. Like Kaitlin, she may well take 5^th, it would take something special to dislodge Forsberg, Frost, Enman or Greenwood from the first 4-places.

Helen Cospolitch has always been a consistent performer but has had a quiet time recently after injury issues. This may well be just an easing back into racing… nice to give her a nod though.

Emily Linton 4^th at The Rut last year may well place 6-10^th.

Links:

Skyrunning HERE

Rut 50K HERE

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Sierre-Zinal 2014 – Race day images and summary

Posted on August 10, 2014 by talkultra

Another incredible day on the trails and mountains between Sierre and Zinal. The 2014 edition of the race was always going to be hugely competitive with an incredibly deep field both for the ladies and the men.

Kilian Jornet rallied in the closing stages of the race and pulled back race leader, Jo Gray and then used his blistering downhill ability to open an incredible gap of just over 1-minute. His time of 2:31:54 was a personal best for the Catalan on this course but was outside Jono Wyatt’s 2003 course record of 2:29:12.

Stevie Kremer made it 3rd time lucky and finally topped the Sierre-Zinal podium after placing 2nd for the past 2-years. Stevie took the race on from the front and held off Sierre-Zinal ever presents, Maud Mathys and 2012 winner, Aline Camboulives.

Race Results:

MEN

1. Jornet Burgada Kilian (ESP) 2:31.54
2. Gray Jo (USA) 2:32.58
3. Costa Cesar (SUI) 2:34.07
4. Gonon François (FRA) 2:34.56
5. Simpson Rob (GBR) 2:35.13
6. Zinca Ionut (ROM) 2:35.44
7. Schneider David (SUI) 2:36.32
8. Wyatt Jonathan (NZL) 2:38.54
9. Bostrom Marten 2:39.26
10. Pivk Tadei (ITA) 2:40.23

LADIES

1. Kremer Stevie (USA) 3:03.12
2. Mathys Maude (SUI) 3:03.59
3. Camboulives Aline (FRA) 3:06.42
4. Dewalle Christel (FRA) 3:06.59
5. Orgue Laura 3:13.04,4
6. Enman Kasie 3:13.18
7. Dragomir Denisa-Ionela 3:16.10
8. Lafaye Celine 3:16.44
9. Rampazzo Silvia 3:17.44
10. Mihaylova Milka 3:19.10

Skyrunning UK inaugural Peaks SkyRace August 3rd

Posted on July 31, 2014 by talkultra

The inaugural Peaks SkyRace takes place this coming weekend, August 3rd, launching the first ‘Sky’ distance race in the Skyrunner® National Series UK.

‘This course combines altitude with technical terrain and some superb views; a combination which should please the most discerning athlete,’ Craig explained, ‘a personal highlight on the course without a doubt is Ramshaw Rocks, it’s beautiful and rugged.’

Covering a distance of 29.7-miles, with a total elevation gain and loss of 2012m, the Peaks SkyRace is expected to be a real test that combines tough technical running with the addition of pace, for those who wish to push the envelope.

Skyrunning UK Sponsored by

Based on an old Peak District Challenge called the ‘Five Trigs Round’ for which there is no fixed course, just the requirement to visit five specific trig points. The route takes in some of the best of the White Peak District as well as including the highlights of the traditional round.

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‘The Peaks may not have the raw elevation of the Lakes or Snowdonia, but it has rugged technical terrain,’ said Richard Weremiuk, race director.

‘It has been a priority from day one to ensure that Skyrunning UK provides courses of varying length, difficulty, elevation and terrain on some of the most iconic trails and areas of the UK.’ said Skyrunning UK Director, Ian Corless.

Put the date in your diary, August 3rd 2014 and we look forward to seeing you all for the UK’s very first Peaks SkyRace.

Event website HERE

Skyrunning UK sponsor ROCKTAPE will be available at the event offering advice and taping. In addition, Raidlight UK will have a selection of apparel and accessories.

Episode 66 – Krar, Enman, Forbes, McGregor

Posted on July 25, 2014 by talkultra

This is episode 66 of Talk Ultra and on this weeks show e catch up with Rob Krar after his incredible Western States. Kasie Enman is on the comeback trail after her 2nd child and we chat after a stellar 2nd place at Speedgoat 50k. Scott Forbes just this last weekend won Race to the Stones in the UK… a great result but Scott has an incredible story. In Talk Training we talk nutrition with Renee McGregor. The News, a Blog, Smile and Miles with Emelie Forsberg, Up and Coming Races and Pocket Rocket is back… Stevie Kremer.

NEWS

HARDROCK 100 results iRunFar

·      Kilian Jornet – 22:41:33
·      Julien Chorier – 25:07:56
·      Adam Campbell – 25:56:46
·      Jeff Browning  – 26:58:59
·      Scott Jaime – 27:46:14

·      Darcy Piceu – 29:49:58
·      Betsy Kalmeyer – 37:57:22
·      Betsy Nye – 42:22
·      Tina Ure – 42:45
·      Suzanne Lewis – 42:55

SPEEDGOAT 50K

·      Sage Canaday – 5:12:30
·      Paul Hamilton – 5:31:15
·      Alex Nichols – 5:33:30
·      Rickey Gates – 5:46:36
·      Mike Wolfe – 5:53:17

·      Anna Frost – 6:42:00
·      Kasie Enman – 6:43:48
·      Ellie Greenwood – 6:53:04
·      Hillary Allen – 7:03:57
·      Kerrie Bruxvoort – 7:12:41

INTERVIEW with KASIE ENMAN

Skyrunning Ice Trail Tarentaise

Francois D’Haene 7:38
Fabian Antonilos 7:56
Tom Owens 8:02
Emelie Forsberg 9:25
Allessandra Carlini 9:42
Maud Gobert 9:42+

Skyrunning Dolomites SkyRace
Kilian Jornet 2:03:50
Ionut Zinca 2:05:20
Tadei Pivk 2:05:21
Manuel Merillas 2:07:29
Alexis Sevennec 2:07:54·
Laura Orgue 2:26:17
Emelie Forsberg 2:27:40
Maite Maiora 2:31:58
Christel Dewalle 2:35:53
Magdalena Kozielska 2:36:23

DODO TRAIL

·      Ricky Lightfoot 5:19:21 new CR
·      Jean Pierre Grondin 5:55:30
·      Jeannick Boyer 6:02:54

·      Landie Greyling 6:49:10
·      Estelle Carret 6:51:55
·      Andrea Clemons 8:37:35
BLOG

Dakota Jones has ab excellent write up on Hardrock 100 on iRunFar – http://www.irunfar.com/2014/07/falling-off-edges-hardrock-2014.html

INTERVIEW

ROB KRAR produced the 2nd fastest run ever at the 2014 Western States. We caught up with him just a few days after the race for a chat.

SMILES and MILES with EMELIE FORSBERG

TALK TRAINING with Renee McGregor lead nutritionist

INTERVIEW

SIMON FORBES won the Race to the Stones in the UK which is impressive. However, he has a fascinating back story.

UP & COMING RACES

Australia
Australian Capital Territory
Bush Capital 60 km Ultra | 63 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website
Queensland
Flinders Tour – 50 km | 50 kilometers | July 27, 2014 | website

Austria
Dirndltal Extrem Ultramarathon | 111 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website
Pitztal-Gletscher Trail Maniak 95K | 95 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website

Belgium
Flanders
100 km Dodentocht® | 100 kilometers | August 08, 2014 | website

Canada
Alberta
Canadian Death Race | 125 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website

Quebec
Trans Gaspesia | 260 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website

Finland
Lapland
NUTS Midnight Sun Trail Ultra 125 km | 125 kilometers | July 25, 2014 | website
NUTS Midnight Sun Trail Ultra 55K | 55 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website

France
Haute-Corse
Via Romana – 62 km | 62 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website
Haute-Savoie
Trail du Tour des Fiz | 61 kilometers | July 27, 2014 | website
Isère
Défi de l’Oisans | 200 kilometers | July 27, 2014 | website
Trail de L’Etendard | 65 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website
Jura
Tour du Lac de Vouglans | 71 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Loiret
L’Orleans-Océan | 410 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Savoie
Courchevel X Trail 54 km | 54 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website
La 6000D | 65 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
TCT 50 | 50 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website
TCT 73 | 73 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website
Ultra 6000D | 110 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website

Germany
Bavaria
Chiemgauer 100 k Mountain Ultra Run | 100 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Chiemgauer 100 mi Mountain Ultra Run | 100 miles | July 26, 2014 | website
Brandenburg
Berliner MauerwegNachtlauf | 62 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Lower Saxony
Süntel-Trail 50K | 50 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website

Guadeloupe
Rèd Mammel | 50 kilometers | July 25, 2014 | website
Ultra Transkarukera | 120 kilometers | July 25, 2014 | website

Italy
Aosta Valley
Monte Rosa Walser Ultra Trail | 50 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website
Piedmont
Terra Acqua Cielo Wild Trail | 50 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website

Sicily
Etna Trail | 64 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website

Veneto
Trans d’Havet Ultra | 80 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website

Latvia
Cēsis ECO Trail 80 km | 80 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website

Madagascar
Isalo Raid – Grand Raid | 80 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website

Mauritius
Trail des 7 Couleurs | 120 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website

Mongolia
Mongolia Sunrise to Sunset 100K | 100 kilometers | August 06, 2014 | website

Portugal
Ultra-Trail Nocturno da Lagoa de Óbidos | 50 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website

Réunion
Trail du Grand Ouest | 60 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website

Romania
VLC Ultra TrailRun Petrimanu 56 | 56 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website

Russia
Elbrus Mountain Race | 105 kilometers | August 01, 2014 | website

Serbia
Tara Challenge | 61 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website
Tara Ultramarathon | 115 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website

Spain
Andalusia
Subida Granada Pico Veleta | 50 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website
Aragon
Calcenada – 104 km | 104 kilometers | August 01, 2014 | website
Gran Trail Aneto-Posets | 109 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Vuelta al Aneto | 58 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Castile and León
Gredos Infinite Run – 120 km | 120 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Tilenus Xtreme Ultra Trail 105 KM | 105 kilometers | July 25, 2014 | website
Tilenus Xtreme Ultra Trail 60 KM | 60 kilometers | July 25, 2014 | website

Catalonia
BUFF® Epic Trail Aigüestortes | 100 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website
Cadí Ultra Trail | 80 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Ultra Catllaràs | 55 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Principality of Asturias
Ultra Trail DesafíOSOmiedo | 86 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website

Sweden
Tierra Arctic Ultra | 120 kilometers | August 08, 2014 | website

Switzerland
Grisons
Swiss Alpine Marathon K78 | 78 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website

Thailand
Bangkok Ultra Trail Festival – 50 km | 50 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website

Turkey
DASK ADAM Anatolian Mountain marathon – Long Course | 75 kilometers | August 07, 2014 | website
DASK ADAM Anatolian Mountain marathon – Medium Course | 60 kilometers | August 07, 2014 | website

United Kingdom
Cumbria
The Montane Lakeland 50 | 50 miles | July 26, 2014 | website
East Riding of Yorkshire
The Montane Lakeland 100 | 100 miles | July 25, 2014 | website
England
Round the Rock | 48 miles | August 02, 2014 | website
Round the Rock Ultra Marathon | 48 miles | August 02, 2014 | website
Hampshire
Oxfam Trailwalker GB (South) | 100 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Kent
The 50 Mile Challenge | 52 miles | July 28, 2014 | website
North Yorkshire
Oxfam Trailtrekker GB (North) – 100 km | 100 kilometers | July 31, 2014 | website
Oxfam Trailtrekker GB (North) – 65 km | 65 kilometers | July 31, 2014 | website
Stirling
Devil o’ the Highlands Footrace | 43 miles | August 02, 2014 | website

USA
Alaska
Resurrection Pass 100 Mile Ultra Trail | 100 miles | August 08, 2014 | website
Arizona
Vertigo 63K Night Trail Run | 63 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
California
Angeles Crest 100 mile endurance run | 100 miles | August 02, 2014 | website
Salt Point 50 km | 50 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website
San Francisco 100 Mile Endurance Run | 100 miles | August 02, 2014 | website
San Francisco 50 Mile Endurance Run | 50 miles | August 02, 2014 | website
San Francisco 52.4 Ultramarathon | 52 kilometers | July 27, 2014 | website
Skyline 50K | 50 kilometers | August 03, 2014 | website
Colorado
Grand Mesa 100M | 100 miles | July 26, 2014 | website
Grand Mesa 37.5M | 60 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Grand Mesa 50M | 50 miles | July 26, 2014 | website
Mountain Ultra | 220 kilometers | August 01, 2014 | website
Mount Werner Classic – 50K Trail Run | 50 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Ouray 100 Mile Endurance Run | 100 miles | August 02, 2014 | website
Ragnar Relay Colorado | 200 miles | August 08, 2014 | website
Wild West Relay | 200 miles | August 01, 2014 | website
Idaho
Standhope 60K | 60 kilometers | August 08, 2014 | website
Wild Idaho 50K Enrudance Run | 50 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Wild Idaho 50M Enrudance Run | 50 miles | July 26, 2014 | website
Maryland
Catoctin 50k Trail Run | 50 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Minnesota
Minnesota Voyageur Trail 50 Mile Run | 50 miles | July 26, 2014 | website
Mississippi
Big Butts 100K | 100 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Big Butts 50K | 50 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Montana
HURL Elkhorn 50 K Ultramarathon | 50 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website
HURL Elkhorn 50 Mile Ultramarathon | 50 miles | August 02, 2014 | website
Nevada
Ruby Mountain Relay | 184 miles | August 08, 2014 | website
North Carolina
Mattamuskeet Death March | 100 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Ohio
Burning River 100 Mile Endurance Run | 100 miles | August 02, 2014 | website
Oregon
Siskiyou Out Back Trail Run 50K | 50 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Siskiyou Out Back Trail Run 50M | 50 miles | July 26, 2014 | website
Pennsylvania
Viaduct Trail 100 Mile Ultramarathon | 100 miles | July 27, 2014 | website
Viaduct Trail 150 Mile Ultramarathon | 150 miles | July 26, 2014 | website
Viaduct Trail 50 Mile Ultramarathon | 50 miles | July 27, 2014 | website
South Carolina
Landsford Canal 50 K | 50 kilometers | July 26, 2014 | website
Vermont
Moosalamoo Ultra – 36 M | 36 miles | August 02, 2014 | website
Virginia
Dahlgren Heritage Rail Trail 50 km | 50 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website
Washington
Grand Ridge 50K Trail Run (August) | 50 kilometers | August 02, 2014 | website
White River 50 Mile Trail Run | 50 miles | July 26, 2014 | website

CLOSE

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Ice Trail Tarentaise Press Conference Images 2014

Posted on July 12, 2014 by talkultra

The Skyrunner World Series – Ice Trail Tarentaise gets underway at 0400 Sunday 13th July from the town of Val D’Isere, France.

A press conference was held today, 1100hrs with many of the top elite runners assembled.

Luis Alberto Hernando and Emelie Forsberg, were crowned Skyrunning World Champions just 2-weeks ago in Chamonix. Will they be triumphant in Val D’Isere?

Luis will have strong competition from Francois d’Haene who placed 2nd to Kilian Jornet in the 2013 edition. In addition, we can expect strong performances from Tom Owens, Fulvio Dapit, Fabien Antolinos, Caine Warburton, Vlad Ixel, Matt Cooper plus many more!

Francesca Canepa from Italy has been a last minute entry and will pressure Emelie along with Nuria Dominguez.

You can read a race preview HERE

Follow that action on iancorless.com, Talk Ultra Twitter and Skyrunning Facebook and Twitter feeds

Skyrunning World Championships 2014 – Marathon Race Summary

Posted on June 29, 2014 by talkultra

Torrential rain and potentially severe weather conditions resulted in a course change for the 2014 Skyrunning World Championships SKY event. Over 2000 runners would toe the line for the event and with potential negative temperatures predicted a slight course change was made to avoid the highest section of the course at Aiguille des Posettes.

Departing the center of Chamonix in torrential rain, Kilian Jornet, Michel Lanne, Zaid Aid Malek, Tom Owens and Aritz Egea lead the way setting a relentless pace that would stretch the elastic and form an aggressive front group.

In the wet and cold conditions, Kilian Jornet was always going to be the favourite, however, Salomon teammate Michel Lanne pushed the Catalan all the way. It was only on the final ascent to La Flégère that Kilian finally opened up the gap that he would hold all the way to the line. To commemorate becoming Skyrunning World Champion, Kilian ran the final meters with his hero and Skyrunning legend, Bruno Brunod.

Michel Lanne secured a great 2^nd place but a battle royal followed for 3^rd place. Sierre-Zinal champion (2103) Marc Lauerstein came from behind at La Flégère caught Zaid Ait Malek and Tom Owens and pushed hard for the line but Owens didn’t give in easily, he dug deep and found something within to take the coveted final podium place.

Azara Garcia lead the ladies race over the early sections of the race closely followed by the key favourites; Elisa Desco, Megan Kimmel, Stevie Kremer and Kasie Enman.

In the cold and wet conditions, Elisa made a move during the middle section of the race and took a firm hold of the race lead and pushed ahead for an incredible victory against tough competition.

Megan Kimmel and Stevie Kremer traded blows over the final section and with Kasie Enman struggling with stomach issues, the final podium places would come down the two Americans trading blows on the final descent to Chamonix.

Megan opened the gap and 2013 Mont-Blanc Marathon champion, Stevie Kremer couldn’t respond. On the line, Stevie said, “I had a great race last year and I guess this year I wasn’t quite as good. But the competition was fierce and ultimately, I was beaten on the day by two better runners.’

The Mont-Blanc Marathon concluded the events for the 2014 Skyrunning World Championships and despite the wet and challenging conditions for the final race, the unanimous feedback has been incredibly positive. Chamonix as one would expect has been buzzing with runners and supporters from all over the world, it confirms the growth of Skyrunning and its global appeal.

Official results

Men

1 – Kilian Jornet (ESP) en 03:23:39

2 – Michel Lanne (FR) en 03:25:50

3 – Thomas Owens (UK) en 03:26:20

Women

1 – Elisa Desco (ITA)en 03:53:33

2 – Megan Kimmel (USA) en 03:54:51

3 – Stevie Kremer (USA) en 03:55:36

Stats : 2291 competitors 372 women

Skyrunner® Series UK launches with V3K

Posted on June 25, 2014 by talkultra

It is finally here, the start of the Skyrunner® Series UK commences this weekend over the classic Welsh 3000’s in the heart of Wales.

An epic challenge awaits each and every participant as they cover 55 km’s, 15-peaks and over 4000m’s of vertical gain. ‘Where earth meets Sky’ is our ethos and the Welsh 3000’s will provide this in abundance.

Providing a classic mountain challenge, the V3K provides a point-to-point race over a route that has become revered for many a runner and walker. Crib Goch needs little introduction and provides the toughest section of the whole route.

Kirsch Bowker, RD for the V3K explains, ‘the launch of the Skyrunner® Series UK is a significant moment and to be involved right from the start is quite incredible for us. The route has it all from fast running to really technical rough terrain. It must rank as some of the most technical terrain covered by a UK mountain race.’

Starting in the early hours of Saturday morning, the V3K offers an incredible challenge because of the successive ascents and descents. It’s a tough challenge and one that must not be underestimated.

‘The route ranks on a par with some of the races featured in the Skyrunner® World Series. Of course, the terrain in Wales may not be as high as the Alps or Dolomites but believe me, when images show the beauty and the majesty of this course, I firmly believe it will become an iconic Skyrunning race in the UK.’ Ian Corless, Director for Skyrunning UK said, ‘Kirsch and her team have done an incredible job in the build up to this race. We are now in that exciting time when the race is imminent and anticipation is high. It’s going to be a great day and an incredible start to the Skyrunner® Series UK’

‘I adore this route. I have covered every inch of this course time and time again.’ said Kirsch. ‘The hardest section of the course is down Crib y Ddysgl and then the ascent of Crib Goch and the traverse of its pinnacles.’

Over 100-participants will toe the line from England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Netherlands, China, Italy, Spain, Poland and Germany. It’s just the start the series needed and with follow on events such as The Peaks SkyRace in August, the 3×3 Ultra in early October and the Mourne Skyline MTR in Northern Ireland, the stage is set for an incredible series of races that will be expanded on in 2015 and moving forward.

A long-term aim has always been to bring the Worlds best mountain runners to our shores and provide a showcase for our sport to expand and grow. The news that Skyrunner® World Series 2013 champion, Stevie Kremer (Salomon) will race the Mourne Skyline MTR later this year is a sure sign that the V3K will be the start of something very special in the UK.

This growth would not be possible without the incredible support of the run community, enthusiastic and dedicated race organizers and importantly race sponsors. The Skyrunner® Series UK is incredibly grateful and thankful of the support and sponsorship provided by inov-8, Rocktape and Raidlight.

A final word from Kirsch, ‘we are having a festival/party at the finish with free food. We really want a crowd to welcome folk as they arrive. We really do want lots of people here!’