March 25, 2024

‘Crazy-Ass 60-Hour Race Through Woods Started by Guy With Cigarette’ to Become Olympic Event

March 25, 2024/ Mark Remy

New event will debut at 2028 Games.

July 28, 2023

Dumb Runner Illustrated #86: 'Spotted'

July 28, 2023/ Mark Remy

They really are beautiful creatures.

July 08, 2022

Dumb Runner Illustrated #57: 'Ultra'

July 08, 2022/ Mark Remy

In it for the long haul.

February 09, 2022

Ask Dr. Dumb: Should Ultra Runners Be Worried About Hitting Their Head Twice and Waking Up in the Woods on a Pile of Sticks?

February 09, 2022/ Mark Remy

Short answer? Yes. Slightly longer answer? Absolutely.

January 22, 2021

Dumb Runner Illustrated #10: '24 Hours'

January 22, 2021/ Mark Remy

One more in what is becoming a regular series.

November 20, 2020

Last-Minute Entrant Excited for 58th Annual JFK 50 Mile

November 20, 2020/ Mark Remy

“I love big events,” says bespectacled competitor.

September 30, 2020

Ultra Runner Ultra Injured

September 30, 2020/ Mark Remy

Extreme athlete “not interested in small challenges.”

June 20, 2017

7 Essential Tips for Running the Western States 100

June 20, 2017/ Mark Remy

Be prepared, be early, and remember—strollers start in back!

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