Looking forward to your visit? We are, too! Make the most of it with these recommendations. Where to Stay Leadville offers multiple lodging options for racers, or soak in the mountain air in nearby Copper or Frisco. These properties offer…
As you get closer to your long day in the saddle, Dave Wiens weighs in with answers to more of your pressing questions about training and racing. In this issue, he covers training for the climbs, long rides and tire…
When racing, the right food and drink at the right times are essential to success –no matter the distance. This month, Ian Sharman (pro and two-time Blueprint for Athletes Leadville Trail 100 Run champion) answers your questions about nutrition and…
Reach your peak performance with the Blueprint for Athletes Design Victory Challenge. Run or ride 100 miles, or complete a combination of both, from April 18 to May 18, 2016 and you could win an entry into the Blueprint for Athletes Leadville Trail…
Athletes racing the Blueprint for Athletes Austin Rattler MTB and Blueprint for Athletes Leadville Race Series are not just part of a unique endurance community — they're part of a family. This proved true at the 2016 Austin Rattler MTB event in Smithville, Texas…
Tearing it up is better with friends! Recruit a friend to race the Blueprint for Athletes Silver Rush 50 MTB on July 9 or Blueprint for Athletes Leadville Stage Race on July 29-31 with you, and you'll both be entered to win some sweet gear.…
How to handle the air up here (or, rather, the lack thereof)? That's the most frequently asked question when it comes to tackling the Blueprint for Athletes Leadville Race Series events. We asked flatlanders who have raced in Leadville multiple…
by Heidi Wachter Recovery days: You know they're necessary, but how can you ensure you reap all the benefits? Check out our tips for not messing it up. What should I do on my recovery days? Everyone’s ideal recovery (or…
Congrats, Merilee! Co-founder of the Leadville Race Series awarded Sportswoman of Colorado. When you cross the finish line, it will be Merilee who will be among the first to congratulate you and hang that hard-earned medal around your neck. And now it’s…
By Brooke Schohl, MS, RD, CSSD, METS With a little advanced planning and preparation, you can keep your nutrition in race-ready shape, even when you’re embarking on a racecation. How do I maintain my healthy eating habits while traveling? Don’t…