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Derek Griffiths is the owner of Colorado Runner. He is also the race director for all events produced by Colorado Runner Events. An avid runner since middle school, Derek has completed over 50 marathons with a PR of 2:41:09 set at the Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon in 2003.

Issue 55 (September/October 2012)

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Each year, more than 120,000 runners, walkers, and cyclists are hit by cars. More than 500 bicyclists die annually in the U.S. after a collision with a car. And while there is no specific statistic just for runners, the National Highway…

Exclusive Athlete Interview with Charles Hillig, Jr.

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While Charles Hillig, Jr. doesn't run with an affiliation on his shirt, his lack of sponsorship doesn't stop him from competing, and winning against the top sponsored athletes in Colorado and around the country.

Exclusive Athlete Interview: Jeremy Freed

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True Colorado native Jeremy Freed has had a love for running since he watched his Dad running out the front door as a young child.  Growing up in the beautiful city of Evergreen, CO, Jeremy was deeply rooted in the running community at a…

Folts, Krieg Win LaSportiva Vail Half Marathon

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Young speedsters took top honors in the LaSportiva Vail Half Marathon on July 22. 25-year-old Brian Folts from Arizona led all runners to the top of Vail Mountain, running the course in 1:41:56, nearly four minutes faster than runner-up…

Exclusive Athlete Interview with Kim Dobson

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Kim Dobson is hands-down one of the top mountain runners in Colorado.  She recently ran the second fastest time in race history at both the Mount Washington Road Race in 2012, and the Pikes Peak Ascent in 2011.  Both wins are simply…

Issue 54 (July/August 2012)

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Have you ever competed in a mud run? Splashing through the muck and grime is a growing trend among athletes in Colorado. While I feel that Colorado runners have always had a love for dirt by running on the miles and miles of trails we love,…

Exclusive Athlete Interview with Amy Schneider

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Runners Roost Mountain/Ultra Elite Race Team Athlete Amy Schneider is a two-trick pony.  Since entering the competitive running field in 2008, Amy has accrued an impressive list of top race finishes, including wins at the Steamboat Half…