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Bill Introduced to complete the Continental Divide Trail in Colorado

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With more than 160 miles of its route unfinished, the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail has never been completed, causing hikers to take roads to connect to the next portion of the trail. The Continental Divide Trail Completion Act — introduced by U.S. Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Boulder, in Congress — would direct the U.S. Forest Service to complete the trail before its 50th anniversary in 2028.
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Hughes, Macdonald win Leadville Trail 100

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The world-famous Leadville Trail 100 Run presented by La Sportiva race returned to Leadville this weekend, the pinnacle finale event of the 2021 Leadville Race Series which is comprised of more than 15 mountain bike and trail running events each year. Event owner Life Time welcomed a field of 681 runners ranging in age from 19 to 78 years old, representing all 50 states and 13 countries, who toed the line at 4 a.m. with the ultimate goal of completing the 100-mile “Race Across the Sky” in under 30 hours.
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Gray, McLaughlin Victorious at Pike Peak Ascent

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Joseph Gray was again crowned king of the mountain, finishing the Pikes Peak Ascent in 2:12:07. Gray reached a cold and blustery summit more than 14 minutes before any other runner. In the women's race, Allie McLaughlin bested Ashley Brasovan by only one second.
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