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Be Bold, Start Cold

Bust out the big pack and every layer you own. It’s only a 45-minute run, but we’re not trying to freeze to death today. 🥶 Find more from Brendan Leonard on Instagram @Semi_Rad and explore his pieces curated exclusively for UltraSignup.

What 2025 movie title best describes our last race?

K Pop Demon Hunters, because who among us has battled inner demons in glitter and gaiters?

Things That Went Right in Your Big Race

If everything went right every time, where’s the fun in that? Some stories (like almost puking on your pacer’s shoes) are too good to lose.

Why are we kinda sad all of a sudden during our run?

Ultra emotions: one minute you’re vibin’, the next you’re crying at a tree.

What are we training for?

Anyone else in their Western States qualifying era? Find a qualifying race and do it for that .07% chance of getting in.

Common Shapes of Race Maps

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: race directors are artists. What's your preferred style of race map?

What are we thinking at the starting line?

“Did I lock my car? Should’ve peed again. Wait… why am I nervous? This is fun, right?” Which dot are you?

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