The Montrail Ultra Cup series returns to California this weekend for another running of the Way Too Cool 50k in Cool, California. On Saturday March 13th, 560+ runners will hit the trails and attempt to finish within the 8.5 hour time limit.
This year we’re sure to see a battle for the top spots, as several runners in the field could make a push for the win. With rain expected on Friday, we’re likely to see a wet and muddy course on Saturday. Will the trail conditions level the playing field, or will the wet conditions give some an advantage over others? We shall see.
Top men in the field: Leor Pantilat (last year’s winner and new CR), Max King, Geoff Roes, Matt Lonergan, Victor Ballesteros, Erik Skaden, and Scott Wolfe. I’m sure I’m missing a few top runners here (apologies). Any dark horses in the field that we’re unaware of?
Top women in the field: Kami Semick, Bev Anderson-Abbs, Darcy Africa, Joelle Vaught, Jenny Capel, Shawna Wilskey, and Luanne Park. Who’s likely to surprise us this year in the women’s field?
We’re really excited to watch and cheer along as Max King and Geoff Roes hit the trail in the same race for the first time. Should be fun. Bev Anderson-Abbs and Joelle Vaught both ran very strong here last year, we look forward to seeing if they can best their performances.
Montrail, of course, will be in attendance with our full line of Spring 2010 running shoes and some fun swag for all. We’ll also have some post race refreshments to share, so come by and say hello. And don’t forget to register for the Ultra Cup series online to be sure you receive points for your finish.
And, “how do we follow along with the race”, you ask? Twitter, that’s how. Follow the Way Too Cool twitter feed at twitter.com/WayTooCool50k for updates throughout the race.
Cheers!
