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Crazy 8s 8k Run

Saturday July 19th, 2025
Kingsport, TN
Distance: 8K
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Run the World’s Fastest 8K on the world famous figure-8 course on beautiful candle-lit streets with a rousing finish inside J. Fred Johnson Stadium. Crazy 8s is home to womens’ 8-kilometer world record (Asmae Leghzaoui, 24:27.8, 2002), and held the men’s world record (Peter Githuka, 22:02.2, 1996), until it was broken in 2014. Crazy 8s wants that mens’ record back.


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Crystal Landers
The Crazy 8s 8K Road Race was started by Hank Brown, him and his wife Natalie Whitlock started We Run Events, a nationally recognized timing company. They have been mentioned in Runner's World magazine for The Haunted Half Marathon in Kingsport, Tn, and bring invaluable experience to road racing. Living in a small area in Northeast Tennessee, runners are extremely lucky to have this special group. With Crazy 8s being an internationally known road race, over 4,000 runners come together, from various countries, big cities, and small communities, to enjoy the crowd, energetic atmosphere, and the overall ambience. Truly remarkable!
Crazy 8s 8k Run, Race Date: 2024-07-20, Distance: 8k
Division Time Name Age Home
Male 22:26 Ahmed Muhumed 26
2nd Male 22:27 Isai Rodriguez 26
3rd Male 22:34 Hillary Bor 34
4th Male 22:42 Afewerki Zeru 26
Female 25:40 Rachel Smith 33
2nd Female 25:58 Emma Grace Hurley 26
3rd Female 26:11 Natosha Rogers 21
4th Female 26:17 Katie Izzo 27
Division Time Name Age Home
M 40-49 27:15 Andrew Parkins 40
M 50-59 28:54 Eddie Posey 52
M 60-69 32:37 Paul Beers 67
M 70+ 43:57 Johnny Hopkins 70
F 40-49 26:31 Stephanie Bruce 40
F 50-59 37:45 Melissa Clemens 50
F 60-69 47:52 Sharon Bumgardner 66
F 70+ 57:54 Cassandra Bainbridge 77

Crazy 8s 8k Run

Crazy 8s is world-renowned for its unique figure-8 course, with candle-lit streets, and thrilling stadium finish. Huge crowds gather along the course to cheer for the runners.

In 1996, Peter Githuka from Kenya set a new 8K World Record at Crazy 8’s with a time of 22:03. Asmae Leghzaoui of Morocco broke the women’s world record in 2002 in 24:28. The mens 8K record was broken in 2014 but the womens’ record still stands. The Regional Eye Center offers a $10,008 bonus for the first man to break the existing world record. Michelob Ultra sponsors the $5,000 Dash For The Gold to the first male to cross the finish line in the 8K Run.

Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon

Sunday July 20th, 2025
Sonoma, California
Distance: Half Marathon
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The Napa-to-Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon is not just a race, its a lifestyle experience! Whether you are a dedicated endurance runner or new to the running mindset, focus your sites on this event as part of your vacation schedule. There are plenty of activities to enjoy in the world famous Napa and Sonoma Valleys and the surrounding San Francisco Bay Area.

Runners from all over the world will start amongst the vineyards at Cuvaison Winery in Napa on their way to a classic finish in front of City Hall in Sonoma Plaza. The course runs through the scenic Carneros wine region passing thousands of acres of vineyards, ranches, the Napa/Sonoma Marshes Wildlife Area, wineries and downtown Sonoma.

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This point to point course starts near Napa and follows the back road to Sonoma through the wine country. It is not a super fast course but it is very beautiful. Great medals, t-shirts and wine tasting. This race is part of the Destination Race Series.
Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon

About our series:

Destination Races takes you to some of the finest wine regions in the world, providing an opportunity to truly smell, taste and feel the terror of each unique destination. Each event is crafted like a blend of fine red wine, to be enjoyed and savored. Within each event and each location you will see something new, and experience what makes the Wine Country Half Marathons so special. Most races sell out, so make your plans early to come stay and play, the Destination Races way!

This scenic and fast 13.1 mile course starts at Cuvaison Carneros Winery where runners congregate in one of the most beautiful start areas anywhere. You’ll warm up next to the winery alongside rows of rolling vineyards and a reservoir. Runners must be dropped at the entrance to the winery by bus or by vehicle in the Domaine Carneros parking lot. There is NO parking there or anywhere near the start area!

Out of the starting gate, you’ll take a left turn on Duhig Rd. and make your ascent up Butt Burner Hill. Once over the crest it’s a beautiful cruise downhill into the Carneros wine appellation. Enjoy vistas of the Napa-Sonoma Marshes Wildlife Preserve, San Pablo Bay and Mt. Tamalpais in Marin as you wind through hundreds of rolling acres of vineyards and wineries. The course also passes ranches and farms filled with a variety of animals including horses, cows, pigs, sheep, goats, llamas, chickens and donkeys.


Tryavna Ultra

Sunday July 20th, 2025
Tryavna, Bulgaria
Distance: Marathon · 100k · Ultra
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Tryavna is not a coincidentally selected destination – it is one of the most charming cities in Bulgaria, which has preserved the spirit of the mountain, an attractive place for tourists and nature lovers, fond of the unique cuisine of the region and the mountain peace.

Join this adventure to enjoy the scenic views, stunning scenery, architectural landmarks, and a route that will enchant you. You will cross forests, fields and unique places for unique emotions. The route of the long distance runs through the heart of the Balkan cultural heritage – architectural park “Bozhentsi”, an attractive place for tourists from around the world, through beautiful woodlands in eco-park “Bulgarian woman”, through three municipalities and dozens of picturesque villages.

Participants will have the opportunity to cross distances of 141 km, 100km, 76 km, 42 km and 23 km, and all beginners, children, lovers and tourists will have the opportunity to engage in free running short distance of 3 km, with the same start/finish.

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Tryavna Ultra, Race Date: 2022-07-17, Distance: Ultra
Division Time Name Age Home
Male 19:29:28 Dimitar Marinov
2nd Male 21:34:12 Иван Геров
3rd Male 22:17:29 damian smith
4th Male 23:36:49 MOMOSE MASARU
Female 27:00:06 Gergana Malcheva
2nd Female 27:06:41 Desislava Tsvetanova
3rd Female 28:47:47 Maya Taneva
4th Female 31:56:47 Eliya Atanasova
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Vermont 100 Endurance Race

Sunday July 20th, 2025
Silver Hill Meadow, Vermont
Distance: 100 mile
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Endurance athletes travel from around the world to test their limits at the Vermont 100 Endurance Race.

Featuring unrelenting rollers that add up to 17,000 feet of climbing, VT100 winds its way over country roads, through forested trails, and alongside breathtaking views of the southern Green Mountains.

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Vermont 100 Endurance Race, Race Date: 2019-07-20, Distance: 100 mile
Division Time Name Age Home
Male 16:01:49 Gediminas Grinius 39 LTU
2nd Male 17:37:07 Joseph McConaughy 28 USA
3rd Male 18:48:22 Adam Kimble 33 USA
4th Male 19:04:56 Frederick Jouin 45 CAN
Female 20:08:57 Christine Mosley 34 USA
2nd Female 21:52:30 Kathleen Cusick 44 USA
3rd Female 21:56:32 Dylan Broderick 29 USA
4th Female 22:16:29 Cara Baskin 29 USA
Division Time Name Age Home
M 40-49 19:04:56 Frederick Jouin 45 CAN
M 50-59 19:31:38 Philip Sanderson 52 USA
M 60-69 23:18:53 Keith Straw 64 USA
F 40-49 21:52:30 Kathleen Cusick 44 USA
F 50-59 26:14:00 Beatrice De Lempdes 55 CAN
F 60-69 29:48:05 Karen Bonnett 63 USA
Vermont 100 Endurance Race

The Only 100-Mile Running and Horse Race On the Planet.
All Proceeds Benefiting Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports.

Like many grassroot events, VT100 has a hazy history, but we’ve done our best to uncover what we can.

Here’s a quick look at this storied race, from inception to present day:

VT 100 Timeline

Late 1960s

Just a trail ride
For about a decade the VT100 was only horse endurance trail “ride.” It was not a “race” of any kind yet.

Late 1970s

Let’s race a little
Horses and riders began competing, and the well-established ride became a 100-mile race. At this time, the ride started and ended at Cloudland Farm in Woodstock, VT. Now this spot is close to the “Pretty House” aid station on our present day course, approximately 21 miles into the race.

Late 1980s

A short break
After many years of continuous rides, the horse race took a short hiatus and would not be revived again for a couple years.

1987

VT Adaptive is founded
Though the horse race was still temporarily disbanded, great things continued to take shape in Vermont. Laura Farrell, a longtime endurance rider and sports enthusiast, founded Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports saying she “wanted anyone who wanted to enjoy and or challenge themselves through sports to be able to.”

1988

Endurance ride is re-established
Steve and Dinah Rojek of Smoke Rise Farm in South Woodstock, VT, take the reins and get the equestrian community back in action, and the race is re-established.

1989

Runners toe the line in first VT100 Run
Going out on a limb, Steve Rojek approached Laura Farrell to ask if she wanted to run the trails on foot this year. Considering that Farrell had become the first woman to complete a 100-mile ride and 100-mile run in 1982, she naturally agreed. That year, 114 runners participated in the first VT100 run.

2004

New start/finish
The VT100 outgrew Smoke Rise Farm and finds it new home at Silver Hill Meadow in West Windsor, VT.

2008

Add the 100km
The VT100 adds the now incredibly popular 100-km running race component to the event weekend.

2017

Athletes with disabilities gain recognition
VT100 is the world’s first ultra race and first trail race to formally recognize visually and mobility impaired runner in their own awards category: Athletes with Disabilities (AWD). This choice naturally complements the race’s primary fundraising goal, acting as the largest annual fundraiser for VT Adaptive. Both VT100 and VT Adaptive encourage and allow individuals of all abilities to challenge themselves through sports.

Present

Going stronger than ever
Over the years, the VT100 as we know it has been shaped by continuous growth and change. Yet, at its core, it still holds true to its humble roots. The running race is still simultaneous with the horse race, and this is the only known 100-mile race where this still occurs. The course continues to feature some of the most picturesque sites of southern Vermont, as it rolls along dirt roads and horse trails. And the participation numbers have only ticked up. Now within hours of registration opening, the event quickly reaches its capacity of 350 runners for the 100-mile race, 75 runners for the 100-km race, and 50 riders for the various horse race distances of 100, 75, and 50 miles.

About the Course.

The 100-mile course features 17,000 feet of total ascent over approximately 68 miles of rolling dirt roads, 30 miles of horse trails, and 2 miles of pavement. There are no major climbs, but boy are there plenty of little ones!

This course crosses over 30 pieces of private property and we only have permission to use these trails on race weekend.

The VT100does notpublish race maps and runnersare notallowed to pre-run the course.



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