DON'T TRAIL BEHIND
XTERRA has created the perfect motivator for you to get back into the trail running routine. Ten regions throughout the United States are hosting a trail running series. Ranging from 5-23k, there is a race for everyone. From San Diego to Chicago to Baltimore, find the series nearest you and start running! Each race awards points to the top performers and the runner with the most points at the end of the series will earn free entry into this year’s XTERRA National Trail Running Championship. Log onto www.xterratrailrun.com for more details. Happy trails!
Questions? Email emily@xterraplanet.com
RACE RECAP
XTERRA Runnin’ the Rocks 10k Trail Run (Conyers, GA):
The XTERRA Georgia Trail Running Series presented the first trail race of 2008 with 261 contenders representing seven states at Runnin’ the Rocks on February 2nd. Kayla Bailey (20) of Nashville and Chris Wiley (38) of Atlanta overcame frigid 32-degree temperatures to win in times of 47:21 and 36:20, respectively.
FULL REPORT | RESULTS
Winner Chris Wiley sets the pace
(photo by Carl Mesta)
XTERRA Mission Gorge 5/15k Trail Run (San Diego, CA):
On the mud-lined, rain-pouring course held on February 3rd, the SoCal Series hosted a sold-out race of 400 participants from 11 states with Patrick Baldwin (31) of Del Mar, CA and Heather Fuhr (40) of Encinitas, CA, setting the pace with times of 1:08:00 and 1:14:29 respectively to win the men and women’s 15K. In the 5K, Joey Sutera (30) of San Diego won in 18:48, and Angelique Barron (18) of San Marcos, CA finished first among females in 23:43.
FULL REPORT | RESULTS
Josh Morey (32) of Running Springs, CA
crosses the finish line with a time of 1:20:54
RUNNER SPOTLIGHT: KELLY HANFORD
After almost 30 years of running, Kelly Hansford tells us what keeps her going. We caught up with Kelly after she finished the Farmington, Georgia Heritage Park half-marathon.
Home: Watkinsville, GA
Family: Married to Donald and mother of two girls, Emily Anne and Nancy Bell
XTERRA: Why do you run?
I LOVE the scenery and fresh air.
XTERRA: When did you start running? Trail running?
I started running track in 10th grade and am still running! I have run trails on and off for years but mainly run on the road. I have run more trails this year.
XTERRA: Do you have a favorite trail/place to run?
Botanical Gardens in Athens, GA
XTERRA: How does trail running positively affect other areas of your life?
It’s a reminder of the finer things in life…trees, creeks, leaves, sunshine, squirrels, fresh air and health. And confirmation that the most satisfying things in life cannot be bought.
XTERRA: Most memorable XTERRA racing moment:
I was by myself for about 5 miles of the XTERRA Heritage Park half-marathon
and I was able to really take in the beauty of the trail. It’s hard to describe why, but it was very memorable.
XTERRA: Give some advice for people thinking about trying trail running:
I’m not sure I am a good one for trail running advice!…I haven’t been running trails very long! Wear good trail running shoes, relax and enjoy the runs!
XTERRA: Finish this sentence, XTERRA Trail Runs are…
Fun and beautiful!
Thanks Kelly. Keep up the good work!
If you wish to share your story or nominate another runner,
email emily@xterraplanet.com
WHAT (OR WHERE) IN THE WORLD IS AN XDURO?
New in ’08 is the “Xduro”, an endurance trail run with a physical challenge parallel to that of a road marathon but with Mother Nature along for the ride. Some Xduro’s will be off-road half-marathons, some may be 18k or even 23k, but one thing is certain -- each one will serve up a buffet of obstacles the road just doesn’t offer like navigating through dirt pathways, dodging boulders, leaping over roots, clambering up hills that make your calves cry and skating down valleys that allow runners to survey some of the most scenic vistas in the world. With Xduro races from SoCal to Virginia and France to Japan, you can run your way around the world and even race at the World Championship in Hawaii on December 7th!
For more information log onto: www.xterratrailrun.com
UP NEXT: XTERRA THRILL IN THE HILLS - 21K
XTERRA Thrill in the Hills March 1, 2008 - Winder, GA
XTERRA returns to Georgia with an Xduro challenge, a 21k test of stamina and athletic performance. Completing the race in 3 hours or less automatically qualifies contenders to compete in the XTERRA Trail Running National and World Championship races.
XTERRA GEAR: WINTER WARM UP
Getting back into your fitness routine after the New Year can be tough, especially with blustery winds and negative temperatures standing in your way. Fight Mother Nature’s effort to keep you inside with XTERRA’s line of winter equipment. From reversible knit caps to wool-base layers to knit warm-up jackets, XTERRA has everything you’ll need to face whatever Jack Frost throws your way.
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