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Athlete Highlight: Skateboarder Ryan Lay
This week we are stoked to highlight Ryan Lay! He is the only professional skater on the Tailwind athlete lineup and he never fails to impress us. Not only does Ryan skateboard, but he has recently found a passion for trial running which he will tell you all about....
Badwater 135: Fueling and Running in Death Valley
By Harvey Lewis Death Valley recorded the hottest average temperature over 24 hours with an average temperature of 118.1 degrees Fahrenheit Sunday, July 11th 2021 at Stovepipe Wells. The low was 107.7 before sunrise and there was a high of 128.6 in the late afternoon....
How to Train for High Altitude Races and Adventures
By Sarah Keyes I love where I live. The Adirondacks are a special place and I like to boast that there isn’t anywhere better. The only thing missing could potentially be access to high altitude. The highest point of New York is Mount Marcy at 5,343’ and while I would...
Jay Hagan is a Leadman!
We are stoked to share the passionate and inspiring story and recap of a Tailwind athlete, Jay Hagan, who is officially a Leadman! Jay has graciously shared his experiences from each race he completed to achieve the Leadman title. If you are unfamiliar with this term,...
Athlete Highlight: Ultra Runner Pam Reed
Stick around to learn about one of our amazing Tailwind athletes, Pam Reed! She is an ultra runner that never fails to impress. How and when did you discover your sport? Pam: I have been ultra running since I was 28 years old. I am now 60. My husband's client...
Tips From The Crew
So you’ve been asked to crew… now what? That is precisely how I felt when Maggie asked me to crew her for High Lonesome 100. I have been following Maggie’s races for the past couple of years but have never been in charge of making sure she is successful. Well, that...
Leadville 100 MTB Race Tips
If you are getting ready for the Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race, you are among many determined athletes hoping to complete 100 miles across some of the most rugged, extreme, and beautiful terrain of the Colorado Rockies. It’s not called “The Race Across the...