Race director strives to bring ultra running community alive
After the New River Trail 50K was canceled in 2020 due to COVID, Melissa Londry took it upon herself to continue the race as a way to unite the ultra running community in Southwest Virginia.
How to carve out a niche of challenging mountain races
Conquer the World race director Steven Estremera has created a niche of trail and ultra running in upstate New York, focusing on challenging mountain races.
The Active Joe race director emphasizes community, inclusivity, charity
Active Joe race director Libby Jones emphasizes community, inclusivity and charity in her races that include the Dinosaur Endurance Run, a Western States qualifier.
Lessons from a race director: empowering and learning from others
Amy Rusiecki, the race director for the Vermont 100 and several other ultras, learns from other RDs and also gives back by providing ideas to others.
From a near-death experience to race director
Stephanie Turner created the Hare Mountain 100 to give back to the ultra community after she survived a near-fatal mountain bike crash.
A commitment to the ultra running community, adventures and conservation
Brandon Thrower, race director of Tanawha Adventures, places an emphasis on the ultra running community and commitment to conservation.
Meet Sherpa John, Human Potential Running Series race director
John Lacroix, aka Sherpa John, is a trail and ultra race director who says he created the first 200-mile race in the U.S. in 2008.
Lessons from a race director: Patience, sleep deprivation and parking lot poop
Andy Croom Mathews is the race director for A1 Ultra Events, which puts on nine trail and ultras, including the Long Haul 100.
Tejas Trails expands while offering something for everyone
Chris McWatters, race director for Tejas Trails, is expanding the offerings but making sure their events offer something for every runner.
Meet Francesca Conte, Bad to the Bone RD, who’s good for the sport
Francesca Conte is the race director of Bad to the Bone, which features Bel Monte, UROC and other races, primarily in Virginia.
