The first Copper Canyon Marathon (to become Ultra Caballo Marathon Blanco)
Copper Canyon Marathon [Urique to Batopilas]
Sunday, March 23, 200:
This was a beautiful weekend in the deep canyon country of La Sierra Madre. On Saturday they came, walking into the plaza of Urique from ranchos hidden in the protective folds of La Sierra Madre and Batopilas canyon. We all hung out in a really nice hotel, Estrella Del Rio [star of the river], ate from a huge pot of pozole [corn and goat stew]. Even the vegetarian Caballo Blanco partook of this Korima [gift]; then had a good nights sleep in the deluxe hotel room. In the morning we ate more pozole, then the run began (MORE…)
2008 Copper Canyon Ultra (Race Report)
A Blog by Ceci Lio of Spain from his experience running the 2008 edition of the (now) Ultra Maraton Caballo Blanco (includes results which can also be found on Ultrasignup. While some of his post represents opinions or his understanding, it is a great share about the Sierra and the race at this time.
Earth Runners Launches Support Project
Inspired by our Raramuri friends simple approach to natural design footwear Earth Runners was created to make barefoot adventure sandals that maintain our connection to the earth, while allowing us to operate and explore even on the wildest landscape this planet has to offer.
Earth Runners wanted to give back and support the Raramuri peoples and culture and we are excited to announce they have launched “1% For the Tarahumara” project supporting True Messages. Thanks most kindly Amigos!
-From the Earth Runners website on the 1% project…