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Moab’s scenic, adventurous running experience

Magnificent Moab. The land of canyons, arches, slick rock and sandstone never disappoints with its spectacular vistas and varied terrain. For runners of the Moab Trail Marathon,...

DATE: Nov 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Embracing down-time, a runner’s challenge

Every runner has experienced a time when an injury or illness has forced them to stop running for a period of time. For those who love the way running makes them feel and the psychological b...

DATE: Oct 13, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Irwin smashes age group record at Imogene Pass Run

September 10th marked the 43rd annual Imogene Pass Run, a popular 17-mile mountain race that takes runners from Ouray to Telluride and includes more than 5,000 feet of elevation gain. ...

DATE: Sep 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Mountain Marmot: A steep and scenic Purgatory trail race

Matthew Krichman, race director of the Steamworks Half Marathon, Turkey Trot and Thirsty Thirteen, has partnered with Durango Running Company owner Brett Sublett to create a trail race that ...

DATE: Aug 11, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Camaraderie, consistency key to speed work

The mere mention of speed training to some runners can elicit feelings of dread, but not so for the runners participating in the weekly Durango Running Club workouts. They had nothing but go...

DATE: Jul 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Cowboy lives on at Mancos Half Marathon

Sporting a new name and an exciting new course, the Mancos Half Marathon – formerly the Cowboy Half Marathon – promises to be a fun and varied event for all. This year’s race will...

DATE: Jun 9, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

New Durango Fourth of July Half Marathon

The signs of spring are slowly popping up all over town in the form of crazy blustery weather, fragrant flowering trees, budding perennials, spandex-clad cyclists and colorful runners poundi...

DATE: May 12, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Vacation races: best of both worlds for runners

“Run Where you Play”, a fun and fitting mantra for Since its’ inception, seven more destination races have been added including; Grand Canyon, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, Rocky Mountain, Gr...

DATE: Apr 7, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

‘Double Dirty Thirty’ benefit race comes to Durango

When Megan Finnesy moved to Durango in 2010, she began to formulate the idea of putting on a race that would showcase the local trails and draw people from all over. “I kept looki...

DATE: Mar 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Snow packed trails delight local runners

Winter sports enthusiasts probably wonder why we runners don’t just hang up our running shoes in the winter and embrace the many snow friendly sports that are available. Although ...

DATE: Feb 11, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Pub runs keep winter fun

Running through the cold dark days of winter can be challenging for even the most dedicated of runners. Finding like-minded souls to endure with you makes it much more motivating and fun. ...

DATE: Jan 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Irwin shares a lifetime of running wisdom

Staying healthy and active while continuing to run into our golden years requires balance and perspective and albeit a certain amount of luck. At 69 years old, Durangoan Emily Irwin epitomi...

DATE: Nov 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run