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After The Race (Sprouty 2025) The 2026 Upper Valley Running Series (UVRS), brought to you by BE Fit Physical Therapy, had the 8th race in September, the Sprouty 5K/10K. A UVRS classic! Results here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/Overview/35839 You can find UVRS standings on the UVRS website (email me with any corrections): https://uppervalleyrunningclub.org/upper-valley-running-series/ We’ve got 2 UVRS races in October! Best month ever? First, it’s the Downriver Rail Run 10K on October 10th: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/113953/downriver-rail-run Then, on October 25th, it’s the Tiger Run 5K/12K: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/113781/2026-tiger-run-12k5k So, what is this UVRS that you’re hearing so much about? It’s our club’s series of local road races.…

by Cara Baskin John Kelly on the Appalachian Trail On a Monday afternoon this August, I packed up my work computer after a solid 3 hour work week, and headed to the mountains. John Kelly, a highly accomplished athlete, was making his way through the White Mountains on his second “fastest known time” attempt on the Appalachian Trail. Just last year, he made it from Georgia to northern New Hampshire ahead of the speed record, before making the anguishing but non-negotiable decision to quit when his ankle quit on him. This year he decided to go southbound, starting on Mt.…

Race report by Amelia Donahey Screenshot Name of the Race: K’esugi Ridge Traverse  Race/Event Distance: “Full” (50K)  Date: 8/8/2026  Describe the Event: The K’esugi Ridge Traverse is a spectacular and rugged point-to-point race through Denali State Park. The full traverse is about 31 miles, with roughly 6,000 feet of climbing, much of it above treeline on broad ridges overlooking the Alaska Range. There are no aid stations, and you have to carry a hat, gloves, windbreaker, long-sleeved shirt and pants, along with all the water, water purification, and food you need. Bear spray is optional — but highly recommended. I…