Annalise Grueter: Colorado Alpine Trail Running—Exploring Type 2 Fun

633 South Broadway,Boulder CO 80305

01 September, 2022

Description

Alpine running has been ascending the popular ranks of Colorado sports for several decades, and Colorado is home to an increasing plethora of backcountry races and ultramarathons. But what is alpine running and how do you get into it from a background in trail running, road running, or hiking? Join Colorado Mountain Club Press author Annalise Grueter for a presentation on her new book, Colorado Alpine Trail Runs. Combining the joys of hiking and peak-bagging with the thrill of moving fast and covering lots of ground, high-mountain trail running is more popular than ever. Annalise will give an overview of the guidebook, share tips about how to train for alpine running, gear and safety recommendations, and the essentials of Leave No Trace ethics. Colorado Alpine Trail Runs features 45 spectacular running routes that vary in length from 4 to 30 miles, with options from easy to challenging. Every route reaches an elevation over 11,500 feet and includes at least one alpine pass, lake, or summit.