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Badwater Ultramarathon 2023 Tuesday-Thursday, July 4-6, 2023.

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A Badwater Ultramarathon é uma das mais desafiadoras ultramaratonas do mundo, com 135 milhas (217 km) de distância percorrida no calor extremo do Vale da Morte, Califórnia, EUA. A corrida começa em Badwater Basin, a 85 metros abaixo do nível do mar, e termina no Monte Whitney, a 2.530 metros de altitude. Os corredores enfrentam temperaturas que podem chegar a 50°C durante o dia e 0°C à noite.

A primeira Badwater Ultramarathon foi realizada em 1987, e desde então tornou-se um evento mundialmente famoso e altamente competitivo. A corrida atrai corredores de elite de todo o mundo, bem como atletas amadores que buscam desafiar seus limites.

Entre os vencedores mais notáveis ​​da Badwater Ultramarathon estão:

  • Dean Karnazes, que venceu a corrida quatro vezes consecutivas de 2000 a 2003
  • Pam Reed, que venceu a corrida duas vezes consecutivas em 2002 e 2003, e se tornou a primeira mulher a vencer a corrida geral em 2003
  • Marshall Ulrich, que venceu a corrida três vezes e é um dos poucos atletas que completou a corrida em ambos os sentidos, do Vale da Morte até o Monte Whitney e vice-versa.

Além disso, a Badwater Ultramarathon também é conhecida por suas histórias de superação, como a de David Goggins, um ex-fuzileiro naval que completou a corrida em 2005 com apenas seis semanas de treinamento.

Para obter mais informações sobre a Badwater Ultramarathon, incluindo como se inscrever para participar, as regras da corrida, dicas de treinamento e mais detalhes sobre a história da corrida e suas edições anteriores, visite o site oficial: https://www.badwater.com/

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A Few Degrees from Hell: White Hot Tales from the Badwater Ultramarathon

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A Few Degrees from Hell: White Hot Tales from the Badwater Ultramarathon

The Badwater Ultra-marathon is commonly referred to as the toughest footrace on the planet. In 2003, defending champion Pam Reed, Dean Karnazes and 71 other runners took the ultimate challenge of running 135 miles in California from Badwater to the portals of Mount Whitney. Their journey would take them through the hostile environment of Death Valley and subject them to temperatures ranking among the highest ever recorded on earth. Twenty-five runners tell of their adventures in arguably the absolute toughest of the roughest footrace on the plane – the good, the bad and yes, the ugly – in this incredible and fascinating compilation. You are certain to gain a respect for the runners you will meet and perhaps an even greater respect for the area known as Death Valley.
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Badwater – Monday-Wednesday, July 23-25, 2018.

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RACE DATE: Monday-Wednesday, July 23-25, 2018.

SUNRISE / SUNSET (July 23, Furnace Creek): Civil Twilight (AM): 5:17am | Sunrise: 5:46am | Moonrise: 9:54am |Sunset: 8:00pm | Civil Twilight (PM): 8:29pm | Moonset: 9:04pm.

DISTANCE: 135 miles / 217 km.

WHO: An international, invitational field of up to 100 endurance athletes representing twenty-two countries and twenty-two American states. 2018 roster.

APPLYING TO ENTER: The Badwater 135 Ultramarathon is, and always has been, an invitational race. See above for the application timeline. Click the Entry tab above for the qualifying standards and application procedures.

RACE MAGAZINE: Click here to download the 2018 edition (10MB, 68-page PDF file).

STAY IN THE LOOP: If you are racing or if you are crewing, you should be receiving the regular email updates from the race office. Please also “Become a fan of” our Facebook page (Badwater135), join our 2018 Facebook Event Page, subscribe to our @Badwater Twitter feed (also please use hashtag #Badwater135 when Tweeting about the race), and follow our two Instagram accounts: @BadwaterHQ and @ChrisKostman.

IMPORTANT MANDATORY FORMS FOR RUNNERS AND CREW MEMBERS
All entrants must download, print, complete, sign, and bring the following mandatory forms to Racer Check-In:
Accident Waiver & Release of Liability (one per racer AND one per crew member)
Medical History Form (one per racer)
NPS Acknowledgement of Risk Form (one per racer)
Check-In Form (one per racer; updated on June 20, 2018)

Optional Custom Signage and/or “CAUTION RUNNERS ON ROAD” signage order form (June 30 is the deadline to submit)

Bring all these forms, fully completed, to Racer Check-In. (For crew members who will arrive later, have them complete and sign their waiver in advance of the race, and bring those waivers with you; we must receive all waivers and paperwork together during Racer Check-In.)

MEDIA: All journalists must apply for a Media Credential at least 30 days in advance of the race. More info. Contact us with questions. Download the Press Kit.

HOTELS: We have reserved blocks of rooms in Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, and Lone Pine during our event. Information about our special pricing is provided ONLY to confirmed entrants in the race, as well as media. That special information is necessary to make reservations and to secure the special rates that we have obtained for Badwater 135 Ultramarathon racers, crew, and staff. Entrants, media, and sponsors: do not delay in making your reservations; the Death Valley and Lone Pine area is a very popular destination. All registered entrants will receive the special booking codes and information.

STARTING LOCATION: Badwater Basin, Death Valley, CA.

ENDING LOCATION: The end of Whitney Portal Road, above Lone Pine, CA, on Mt. Whitney, elevation 8360 feet. The race does not continue up the Whitney Trail further onto the mountain.

COURSE RECORDS: Men’s: Pete Kostelnick, 2016, USA: 21:56:32. Women’s: Alyson Venti (now Allen), 2016, USA, 25:53:07. More info.

AWARDS: All racers who begin the event will receive a Badwater 135 Ultramarathon t-shirt, hat, Badwater Magazine, and a goodie bag. All racers who officially complete the event within 48 hours will receive a finisher’s t-shirt and “The Holy Grail of Ultra Running,” the Badwater 135 Ultramarathon Belt Buckle.

RACE HEADQUARTERS: This will be set up during the race at the Furnace Creek Ranch and then at the Dow Villa in Lone Pine, CA for the duration of the race.

WEBCAST: We will post time splits, commentary, and images on a continual basis for the duration of the 48 hour race on this website at this link. We will be “live” throughout the race in July, plus we keep the entire webcast archived forever. We will post live GPS tracking of each runner, time splits, results, images, video, and much more, beginning a few hours after the start of the race. As for time splits, keep in mind that the first time station is 17 miles into the race and it will take people several hours to get there. (Please do not email us or ask us to pass along any information to any runner during the race. We don’t even check email during the race. Enjoy the show, everyone!)

PERMITS: This event is held under special use permits from the California Department of Transportation, Inyo National Forest, Death Valley National Park, and Inyo County, and is additionally overseen by the California Highway Patrol. (If one of these agencies won’t issue us a permit, this race could be cancelled. Please keep that in mind!)

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)

To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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The World’s Toughest Foot Race -Badwater® 135

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Covering 135 miles (217km) non-stop from Death Valley to Mt. Whitney, CA, the Badwater® 135 is the most demanding and extreme running race offered anywhere on the planet. The start line is at Badwater Basin, Death Valley, which marks the lowest elevation in North America at 280’ (85m) below sea level. The race finishes at Whitney Portal at 8,300’ (2530m), which is the trailhead to the Mt. Whitney summit, the highest point in the contiguous United States. The Badwater 135 course covers three mountain ranges for a total of 14,600’ (4450m) of cumulative vertical ascent and 6,100’ (1859m) of cumulative descent. Competitors travel through places or landmarks with names like Mushroom Rock, Furnace Creek, Salt Creek, Devil’s Cornfield, Devil’s Golf Course, Stovepipe Wells, Panamint Springs, Keeler, Alabama Hills, and Lone Pine

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Running Man: A Memoir

Running Man: A Memoir

Financial Fitness: The Journey from Wall Street to Badwater 135

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Financial Fitness: The Journey from Wall Street to Badwater 135



William “Chip” Corley began his career as a stockbroker after graduating college, flat broke. Growing up in a middle class family in Clarksville, Tennessee, one thing was clear to him early on: he wanted to be successful and earn a lot of money. Upon becoming a stockbroker, Chip had no contacts, no money, and no experience. What he did have was a burning desire to succeed. While the investment industry offers tremendous financial opportunities for the ambitious and driven, it is also a roller coaster ride of uncertainty, full of highs and lows, and pressure to produce. Being a stockbroker and recommending investments to others is considered one of the most stressful ways to earn a living. The failure rate is 90%. To make it required long hours on the job, endless phone calls, research, and high-volume sales quotas. Chip rose to the challenge, which proved to be a great fit for his relentless work ethic. His early achievements and potential landed him a job on Wall Street in New York City. It was there he rose to the next level in his career. For 20 years, Chip continued to push. By 2004, the toil of it all caught up with him. Chip was diagnosed with hypertension and given a lifelong prescription for medication to control it. It was at that moment Chip understood that it was time to implement changes. He began to make health a top priority. In the decade to follow, Chip transformed himself from a middle-aged workaholic to a top-caliber endurance athlete. By learning to eat properly, incorporating yoga into his routine, exercising regularly, and utilizing mentors and coaches, his health flourished. Fitness became the passion that led him to the next chapter of his life. In 2005, he ran his first 5k with his 11-year old son, Chipper. From there he continued his athletic pursuits by running a 10k, half and full marathons; 70.3 and 140.6 Ironman triathlons; 50k, 50 mile, 100k, and 100 mile ultramarathons; and ultimately Badwater 135, considered the world’s toughest footrace. Financial Fitness chronicles Chip’s journey in the world of investing and business to his path fueled by fitness and health, and offers tons of tips en route to inspire others to find their own financial and physical well being.

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81 miles (130km) -BADWATER® Salton Sea annually – April 30 – May 1, 2017

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AdventureCORPS®, Inc. hosts BADWATER® Salton Sea annually in May. This remarkable event challenges up to 40 teams of two or three ultrarunners – running together as duos or trios for the duration, NOT in a relay – to tackle an unimaginable traverse of Southern California deserts and mountains. The  route covers 81 miles (130km) from Salton City (elevation 234 feet / 71m below sea level) to Palomar Mountain, the almost tallest mountain in San Diego County (elevation 5500 feet / 1676m.) Eight of the 81 race miles pass through Anza-Borrego State Park on a single track trail known as the California Riding and Hiking Trail from near Borrego Springs to near Ranchita, creating a race route which is a mix of road and trail. There is a total elevation gain of over 9000 feet (2740m).

The four previous editions were received with wide acclaim. The fifth edition – with a limit of just 105 runners – will be held April 30 – May 1-, 2017

Entry is strictly limited to fifteen 2x teams and twenty-five 3x teams. NOTE: If we have 15 2x teams registered, and then any 3x team “loses” a runner prior to race day, that 3x team MUST replace that third runner to remain as a 3x team. (Only 15 2x teams may begin the race.)

Online Registration is closed

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Relentless Forward Progress: A Guide to Running Ultramarathons


Relentless Forward Progress: A Guide to Running Ultramarathons

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