What is the elevation gain of Leadville 100?
First things first, the race is officially 99 miles in length with 15,734 miles in elevation gain. The out-and-back course starts and finishes at an elevation of 10,160 feet in Leadville, dips down to a low point of 9,219 feet near Turquoise Lake and tops out at 12,532 feet on Hope Pass at the 45- and 55-mile points.
How hard is Leadville marathon?
The marathon is an absolutely challenging and beautiful course. It is not for the faint of heart or breath. After leaving the pavement of Sixth Street, runners experience a mix of trails, off-road paths and, rocky climbs and descents. Much of the middle and later stages of the course are run through rocky sections.
What is the hardest ultramarathon?
Here’s our top 15 picks:
- Iditarod Trail Invitational. Where: Knick, Alaska.
- Barkley Marathons. Where: Frozen Head State Park, Tennessee.
- 6633 Arctic Ultra. Where: Yukon Territory, Canada.
- La Ultra – The High. Where: Indian Himalayas.
- Self Transcendence 3,100. Where: New York.
- Munga Trail.
- Badwater 135.
- The Jungle Marathon.
What is a good time for Leadville 100?
Men’s Winners
| Year | Winner | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Ryan Smith | 16:33:24 |
| 2018 | Rob Krar | 15:51:57 |
| 2017 | Ian Sharman | 17:34:51 |
| 2016 | Ian Sharman | 16:22:39 |
How hard is the Leadville heavy half?
The Leadville Heavy Half has over 3,000 feet of elevation gain and the Leadville Marathon has over 6,000 feet of elevation gain. To prepare, incorporate hills and climbing into your training. Hike mountains or set a treadmill to ~12% incline and hike for an hour about once or twice a week.
How far is the Leadville heavy half?
15.46 miles
The Heavy Half consists of 15.46 miles along the same path as the marathon minus the Ball Mountain section. The course is primarily on old mining roads and trails, topping out at 13,185 feet at Mosquito Pass.
Are ultramarathon runners crazy?
Ultrarunners fit their crazy habit around everything else going on in life. Mentally, it may seem too much to balance. However, if you were to spend much time with ultrarunners, you would find running is where they make peace with everything going on in the crazy world surrounding them.
How do you train for Leadville heavy half?
To prepare, incorporate hills and climbing into your training. Hike mountains or set a treadmill to ~12% incline and hike for an hour about once or twice a week. Run hill repeats and long runs on rolling hills. These prepare your legs for the big climbs.
Is there a shortcut on the Dipsea Trail?
Another Dipsea shortcut, “The Swoop,” is to the left here. The Swoop is a steep, treacherous downhill that is off-limits except on race day. If signs indicate that the shortcut is off-limits, stay on the official trail to the right. The Swoop rejoins the Dipsea Trail, and we continue our downhill descent…
Where is the Dipsea trailhead at Bayview Drive?
The Dipsea Trailhead is on the left, about 150 feet from Bayview Drive. Welcome to your first stretch of downhill. Watch your footing! The Sun Trail splits off from the Dipsea Trail here.
How difficult is the Dipsea Race 5 area?
Very challenging, just wanted to warn everyone when u get to the dipsea race 5 area you need to take a right. Don’t go straight, I went of the trail for a while.
What is the Walt Stack Double Dipsea?
First held in 1970, the Walt Stack DSE Double Dipsea is a not just another tough trail run. It’s a sadistically designed race, intended to test your patience and perseverance. It rewards those most able to overcome adversity and show grace under fire.