Colorado Runner

Colfax Marathon race director Creigh Kelley confirmed Tuesday the course for Sunday’s half marathon was 0.1 of a mile short, confirming suspicions raised by some runners after the race. Kelley initially disputed those complaints Sunday but conceded the mistake after remeasuring the course. Kelley said complications caused by the closure of the company supplying traffic barricades was partly to blame. “Due to the last-minute closure of Highway Technologies barricade company, the Colfax Marathon placed the safety of 39 miles of course on city roadways as a first priority, resulting in a 176-yard inconsistency in the half-marathon course in City Park,” [...]

Last year, Trevor Barron broke the U.S. record for racewalking 20 kilometers and was the lone American to compete in that event at the London Olympics. Sunday he gave running a try. On a cool morning with nearly perfect running conditions that produced record times, the Colorado College sophomore finished fourth in the Colfax Marathon with a time of 2 hours, 48 minutes, 1 second. Then he went down to his hands and knees at the finish line, overcome with fatigue. “The last six miles were harder than anything I’ve ever done,” said Barron, 20. Kenyan Abraham Rutto ran the [...]

There are run events, walk events, obstacle events, fitness events, and heck even events where you try to escape zombies! What if you could take all of those and combine them into one great event that is meant for anyone at any fitness level (minus the zombies, we like our brains in our heads!)? The Run Ugly Fitathlon gave runners, walkers, weekend warriors, gyms, fitness programs, etc. the chance to see how well they compared to each other in a fun competitive environment for being Colorado’s most fit athlete. The event started out with a 1 mile run followed by [...]

From Colorado this year, 372 runners were able to finish the Boston Marathon. Some of those runners have shared their stories with Colorado Runner. Robert Thayer and Jeana Thayer of Broomfield were among the last runners to be allowed to finish the race. They started in the second wave and crossed the finish line in 4:25:17 in 17,528th place. Of the 23,326 official starters, Boston Marathon results report that there are only 17,584 official finishers. The rest were stopped. Robert said, “It’s hard to tell for sure but my wife and I were really close, anywhere from 100 to 200 [...]

Nearly 900 runners gathered at the base of Copper Mountain for the 36th annual Run The Rockies Half Marathon and 10K. This high altitude half marathon is not for the faint of heart as the entire race is held above 9,000 feet. But, with 75% of the race being downhill, some runners find it easy to keep a high pace. The half marathon was won by Nathaniel Gebhard of Brooklyn, NY in 1:27:30, nearly five minutes ahead of the next finisher. Trisha Oeth of Denver took top honors in the female division, running 1:35:28. Russell Stein of San Francisco took [...]

The Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado (EFCO) STRIDES 5K Walk/Run and Kids Fun Run takes place Sunday, June 10 at City Park, Denver. Two special guests will participate in the 5K this year: Jack the Burro, and CJ the Jock from ESPN 102.3’s CJ and Kreckman Show. Registration opens at 8:30am; race starts 9:30am. CJ (Charles Johnson) is former CU quarterback and 1991 Orange Bowl MVP. Who will rise victorious in this ultimate man vs. beast competition? Support the 50,000 people in Colorado who live with epilepsy! Denver City Park’s sanctioned 5K event takes place June 10th. This is a fun, [...]

Despite the rain, 917 athletes crossed the finish line in the Bellco Colfax 5K on Saturday morning in City Park. The winners were: Male Participants 1. Edward Legrice 17:47 2. Jeremy Thompson 17:51 3. Constantino Rago 18:02 Female Participants 1. Katherine Green 20:58 2. Heather Crosby 21:14 3. Lianna Ubungen 22:49 The event kicked off race weekend for the Kaiser Permanente Colfax Marathon. The marathon, marathon relay, half marathon and Urban 10 Miler take place on Sunday at 6 am. The 5K distance is popular with many charities participating in the marathon’s DaVita Charity Partner Program, where runners raise funds [...]

The third annual Mother’s Day 5K takes place this Sunday at City Park in Denver.  All registered participants receive admission to the Denver Zoo on Mother’s Day too!  There will also be a fun-filled post-race party with snacks, drinks, prizes and a mix of different vendors. With the weather calling for cool temperatures and a chance of rain Sunday morning, don’t let that deter you from coming out for a great way to celebrate all Mom’s this Mother’s Day.  First-time 5K runners, elites, walkers and strollers alike are welcome to join in the fun! For those interested in posting top [...]

This Sunday, April 29, 2012 more than 10,000 runners and walkers will celebrate three decades of a Denver running tradition at the Sports Authority Cherry Creek Sneak. The Sneak is gearing up with a new Volkswagen 10-mile course that includes historic 7th Avenue Parkway and Cheesman Park neighborhoods. Participants will pay homage to the event’s founding year by running or walking in their wackiest 80′s getups.  After the race, they will jump on stage in the beer garden for a celebrity-judged costume contest and loads of fun prizes from Granby Ranch, Colorado Rapids, and Sports Authority. The Sneak’s after-race festivities [...]

Gatorade, a USA Triathlon gold-level partner, is seeking passionate, accomplished and committed triathletes who want to represent Gatorade in their community. Athletes should be involved in their local endurance communities, live for training and competing and have a record of performance success. If you think you have what it takes, email EndurAlliance@hawkeyeww.com for an application and more information. The early deadline for applications is March 12, and the final deadline is March 30. Athletes should be located in one of the following cities: New York, N.Y., Los Angeles, Calif., Chicago, Ill., Dallas, Texas, San Diego, Calif., San Francisco, Calif., Austin, Texas, Washington, [...]

The truth is, it all begins with running, jumping and throwing. Two weeks ago, one of the guys who got that the most, passed away. He knew that the battle for footwear supremacy, is a battle done best, talking about the sport, and selling one pair of footwear at a time. It is a seemingly simple fact, but only the successful brands really get it, really live it, really breathe it. Any brand that is true to running, does something to give back to the sport. It is part of their soul. That is why Brooks Running does the Brooks [...]

Runners and walkers: online registration is open for Epilepsy Colorado’s annual 5K Run/Walk at www.epilepsycolorado.org. Denver City Park’s sanctioned 5K event takes place June 10th. Greeley’s sanctioned 5K event takes place on May 6th at St. Michael’s Town Square. This is the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado’s (EFCO’s) largest funding event of the year. More than 2500 children and adults come together each spring to raise awareness of epilepsy—a condition that affects one in 100 people in Colorado. To register by phone, call 303-377-9774. According to Gail Pundsack, EFCO’s Executive Director, participation in STRIDES is crucial for the organization. “It’s the people who run [...]

Denver’s most iconic running event celebrates a birthday, busts out new moves on April 29, 2012 DENVER—More than 10,000 hardcores and go-fasters will hit the pavement with families, kiddos, and costumes for the 30thanniversary of the beloved Cherry Creek Sneak on April 29, 2012.  Race Director and event owner, Pat Downing, recalls the Sneak’s long history, “When the event began in 1981, 5k runs were just becoming popular.  It’s funny to think – Nike was just three years old at that time!  Over the next 30 years, the Cherry Creek North district transformed into a thriving retail district, and the [...]

More than 500 runners and race-walkers braved the cold Sunday morning for the Valentine’s Day 5k at Wash Park in Denver.  Temperatures hovered around a brisk 25 degrees, and while there were some snow and ice patches on the course, that didn’t stop some of Colorado’s fast locals from coming out and posting some impressive times. In the men’s race, Brandon Williams took the win in 17:28 with second place finisher Todd Straka coming in close behind in 17:35.  Lenny Laraio finished in third with a time of 17:51. Team Runners Roost dominated the women’s podium with Heather Utrata solidifying [...]

“This year we wanted to combine six iconic rides into one rare and beautiful week of cycling. Whether it’s from Carbondale to Leadville over Independence Pass or Granby to Estes Park over Trail Ridge Road, each day is worthwhile all by itself. Together, they make for one wild ride.” “There’s no better way to experience the beauty of our state and the friendliness of our communities than by riding your bike. And there’s no better cycling tour than Ride The Rockies. In addition to showing Colorado’s best to the country and the world, Ride The Rockies pumps thousands of dollars [...]

This weekend boasts a plethora of running races in Colorado, most with an underlying Valentine’s theme.  From the Valentine’s Day Massacre 3M Prediction Run in Grand Junction to the Love ‘em or Leave ‘em Valentine’s Day Dash in Parker, there are dozens of races this weekend to take part in and work off all those chocolates and heart candies.  Check out our race calendar to see what’s going on in your area! As for us at Colorado Runner, we’ll be at the fourth installment of BKB Limited’s RUNDENVER Race Series this Sunday at Wash Park in Denver.  The Valentine’s Day 5k [...]

The third installment of BKB Limited’s RUNDENVER Race Series is this Sunday at Wash Park in Denver.  The Superbowl 5k will kick off the biggest football day of the year with a snowy lap around the park.  The race features a Kids Fun Run with ribbons for all participants, as well as age group awards including race-walkers.  Participate in three out of the five RUNDENVER races and receive a commemorative medallion.  Additionally, BKB Limited’s races all benefit the American Cancer Society‘s Team Determination. If you’re looking to post some top times, check out the results from last year’s Superbowl 5k [...]