The famous Western States 100 began from a horse race that started back in 1955. SIX years prior to this (1949), Pack Burro racing had been a prize-paying sport that started in the mountains of Colorado.
Here is a fun video produced by Salomon a couple years ago with Max King and Ryan Sandes trying the race.
Past guest and running shoe enthusiast, Brian Metzler, rejoins The Nation after we found out he has participated in many of these unusual events.
Make sure you read Brian's book, Kicksology: The Hype, Science, Culture & cool of Running Shoes
Listen to the episode on shoes we did with Brian.
Check out Christopher McDougall's book about his experience running with a donkey, Running with Sherman
EP 638: Drop Bag with AJW: Mix and Match!
EP 637: Trail Runner's Guide to Better Biomechanics
EP 636: I Can't Wait to Be Patient!
EP 635: Why Are Runners Suddenly so Fast?
EP 634: Beyond Carbs - The Ketogenic Edge
EP 633: Training Your Brain to Outlast the Long Run
EP 632: Mastering Metabolism for Endurance Runners
EP 631: From Pub Bet to Champion: Tom Evans' Triumph Journey
EP 630: Rediscovering Your Mojo on the Trail
EP 629: Insights and Speculations on Western States
EP 628: Running with Purpose - Rediscovering Joy
EP 627: How to Tame Your Next Adventure
EP 626: The Trail of Time - Longterm Nutrition Tips
EP 625: Dr. Phil Maffetone - Speed up by Slowing Down
EP 624: Run Longer, Run Stronger. 7 Rules of Success
EP 623: From Good to Great: Choosing a Trail Running Coach
EP 622: Don't Believe Everything You Hear, Even on ChatGPT
EP 621: Does Chris McDougall Still Think We Are Born to Run?
EP 620: Grab Bag - Reaching Deep with AJW
EP 619: Unleash Your Running Potential
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