Saturday, May 4, 2013
Silence
Silence from ARC'TERYX on Vimeo.
Arc'teryx Press Release
http://www.arcteryx.com/Article.aspx?language=EN&article=Silence---Adam-Campbell
“Silence” Film: How Ultrarunner Adam Campbell Made Room for Silence
http://adventureblog.nationalgeographic.com/2013/03/20/silence-film-ultrarunner-adam-campbell-on-making-room-for-silence/
Skyrunning/Talk Ultra Interview (podcast transcript)
http://www.skyrunning.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=212:adam-campbell&catid=38:the-skyrunning-interviews&Itemid=149
Monday, February 4, 2013
At The Start Line
A new trail for 5Peaks Adventures with Amy Golumbia and Adam Campbell leading the way.
It is with honor and excitement that we announce the proud new owners of 5Peaks Adventures: Amy Golumbia and Adam Campbell.
Amy Golumbia, nutritionist and owner of JumpStart Nutrition Clinics, mother of twin girls and competitive trail runner started trail running in her home town of Canmore, Alberta in the Rocky Mountains. Some of her first races were 5Peaks events at the Canmore Nordic Centre and the Delta in Kananaskis Country. She has competed internationally for the Canadian Mountain Running Team twice and more recently has taken up the longer distances, having won two 50k races and placed 2nd in the team event at the TransRockies Run in 2010. “The transition from teaching nutrition to sharing the trail running lifestyle I love so much was natural.” Golumbia said:
“I was so fortunate to grow up in a place where I could hit the trails right out my back door. But not everyone has had the opportunity to experience trail running. I want to share it with as many people as possible because of the freedom and challenge it offers. Trail running for me is about more than just getting off the road. It’s about thinking outside the box, doing something different, being open to anything the trail has to offer. My daughters and I spend a lot of time outdoors and in the mountains. I want them to have that same intimate relationship with nature as I do. They’ve always participated in races I’ve done too but I’m thrilled to be able to raise them within the trail running community because of all of the incredible people it attracts.”
Adam Campbell is a Vancouver based lawyer and trail runner. He is considered one of Canada's most accomplished trail ultra marathoners over the past three years, having finished on the podium at major international races around the world. He was recently named Canadian Trail Runner of the year. A former International level triathlete, Adam's first trail race was a 5 Peaks race at Mt. Seymour in 2006 and following that event, he fell in love with the sport and has since dedicated his time and energy to exploring new trails around the world, but his favorite place to run remains the North Shore mountains where his trail running began. He's excited to introduce more people to the sport that he loves and to provide a great trail experience to runners of all ages and levels at 5 Peaks Adventure events.
"While I love the solitude of day to day running, racing is a celebration of that hard work. It not only gives me a chance to experience new trails, it has also provided me a wonderful community of friends. I like to describe my racing as "suffering in beautiful places", sharing that sensation with fellow competitors leads to a strong bond and a special connection to the community and to the places I run. Trail running allows us to escape the routine of our daily lives and reconnects us with nature, this applies to runners of all speeds and abilities. The races that 5 Peaks Adventures put on are in some of the most stunning settings and attract a wonderful group of people. They are a wonderful celebration and are one of the reasons that I love the sport as much as I do. I look forward to meeting more people and running in new places through the series" says Adam.
Two of our partners, Mathew Bruneau and Rebecca Bruce, will be joining the Executive Team and bring many years of experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics and Strategic Planning.
Kathryn Stanton, the former owner of 5Peaks Adventures, had this to say about the change in ownership of the series she founded: “I could not be happier seeing 5Peaks go to such a great home. Getting to know Amy and Adam over the last several months, I know they are the right people to take this company to the next level. They have a lot of energy and some great ideas, and I can’t wait to toe the starting line at their events this year to do what I love most....trail run! I would like to thank the staff, volunteers and participants for all their support over the years. This is not the end, but the start of a new beginning, and I wish Amy and Adam all the success in the future of their trail and snowshoe running series."
Kathryn Stanton, the former owner of 5Peaks Adventures, had this to say about the change in ownership of the series she founded: “I could not be happier seeing 5Peaks go to such a great home. Getting to know Amy and Adam over the last several months, I know they are the right people to take this company to the next level. They have a lot of energy and some great ideas, and I can’t wait to toe the starting line at their events this year to do what I love most....trail run! I would like to thank the staff, volunteers and participants for all their support over the years. This is not the end, but the start of a new beginning, and I wish Amy and Adam all the success in the future of their trail and snowshoe running series."
Registration for 2013 in now open. www.5peaks.com
We look forward to seeing you there!
Happy Trails,
Happy Trails,
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Salomon Sense Contest: A true H(i)ro!!!!
I want to start by thanking everyone who shared their stories in the Salomon Sense contest. It was a pleasure to read about other runners in Canada, what you've been up to, what running means to you, as well as where & why you run, so thank you.
Although it was next to impossible to pick a winner, since this was a contest, I decided to go with Jonathan Schmidt, of Trailrunner.ca' post. Although he would have had many of his own great stories to share, in true generous Canadian fashion, he nominated Hiroshige ("Hiro") Watanabe as someone deserving of the shoes. I've had the pleasure of meeting Hiro and I couldn't agree more with "Schmidty." Hiro is not the fastest runner out there, but he has an infectious attitude and love of the sport. He runs multiple challenging ultras every year and does it all with a smile, so congrats Hiro. Enjoy the shoes and keep inspiring!
Here is the post in Jonathan Schmidt's own words:
Schmidty said...
Instead of promoting my own story I'm going to throw my support behind Hiroshige Watanbe's comment and hope he wins. As the editor for trailrunner.ca I did a story on Hiro awhile back (http://trailrunner.ca/home/?p=1488). Later I met him and his parents who came from Japan at the Lost Soul 2011. He's the nicest guy you'll meet on and off the trails and he's so inspiring for many runners. He competes in multiple 100 mile races each year with 'shorter' races (50k,100k) done in between the 100 milers. I can verify that he has finished 46 ultras and most, as I say in the article, with a giant smile. He's well known in the Alberta running community for his kindness and perseverance. And out of anyone he can probably use a new pair of shoes (or two). ~Jonathan Schmidt, trailrunner.ca August 30, 2012 1:30 PM
I also want to give a special mention to Andrew Casey. Unfortunately, I only have one pair of shoes to give away, but I found his post pretty damn funny and especially Canadian. So although it's a sad consolation, thanks for the laugh and the original tale.
So, me fadder and his buddy, and me buddy and me were in da woods caribou hunting out east in newfoundland when the by'es decided dey wuz gonna go across da bog and scope out a spot where the caribou usually hangs. Me and me buddy decided to stay in da truck and listen to beats. Anyway, da fadders took ferever and it was so long that we got board and turned on de radio. Dat wus our biggest mistake. Drained the truck battery we did. Shit outta luck. So, neeedless to say I wuz shit baked fadder would get pissed. Picture me now, plad jacket, coveralls, and rubber boots. We were 35k in on a MUDDY ol road just nort of Corner Brook (were yer wife has raced tri's - saw her crash once. Sum bloody dat wuz) and the best ting I could tink of wuz run out over de dirt road and see if I could make it out to da highway and flag down another feller in truck who wuz newfie enough to come on in and give us a boost before faddier came back. I didn't make it in time. I did the run, took me tree hours, and I did find us a newfie of a feller, but by the time we got back in over da muddy dirt road fadder wuz back. My son, some arse slapping I got. So Adam, let me tell ya dis, If i had a pair of dem deer runners, I can guarantee, next time I gotta go running 35k over an old logging road, i wont have to use me rubber boots la. What'a say? Trade ya a caribou steak for em?!
Although it was next to impossible to pick a winner, since this was a contest, I decided to go with Jonathan Schmidt, of Trailrunner.ca' post. Although he would have had many of his own great stories to share, in true generous Canadian fashion, he nominated Hiroshige ("Hiro") Watanabe as someone deserving of the shoes. I've had the pleasure of meeting Hiro and I couldn't agree more with "Schmidty." Hiro is not the fastest runner out there, but he has an infectious attitude and love of the sport. He runs multiple challenging ultras every year and does it all with a smile, so congrats Hiro. Enjoy the shoes and keep inspiring!
Here is the post in Jonathan Schmidt's own words:
Schmidty said...
Instead of promoting my own story I'm going to throw my support behind Hiroshige Watanbe's comment and hope he wins. As the editor for trailrunner.ca I did a story on Hiro awhile back (http://trailrunner.ca/home/?p=1488). Later I met him and his parents who came from Japan at the Lost Soul 2011. He's the nicest guy you'll meet on and off the trails and he's so inspiring for many runners. He competes in multiple 100 mile races each year with 'shorter' races (50k,100k) done in between the 100 milers. I can verify that he has finished 46 ultras and most, as I say in the article, with a giant smile. He's well known in the Alberta running community for his kindness and perseverance. And out of anyone he can probably use a new pair of shoes (or two). ~Jonathan Schmidt, trailrunner.ca August 30, 2012 1:30 PM
I also want to give a special mention to Andrew Casey. Unfortunately, I only have one pair of shoes to give away, but I found his post pretty damn funny and especially Canadian. So although it's a sad consolation, thanks for the laugh and the original tale.
So, me fadder and his buddy, and me buddy and me were in da woods caribou hunting out east in newfoundland when the by'es decided dey wuz gonna go across da bog and scope out a spot where the caribou usually hangs. Me and me buddy decided to stay in da truck and listen to beats. Anyway, da fadders took ferever and it was so long that we got board and turned on de radio. Dat wus our biggest mistake. Drained the truck battery we did. Shit outta luck. So, neeedless to say I wuz shit baked fadder would get pissed. Picture me now, plad jacket, coveralls, and rubber boots. We were 35k in on a MUDDY ol road just nort of Corner Brook (were yer wife has raced tri's - saw her crash once. Sum bloody dat wuz) and the best ting I could tink of wuz run out over de dirt road and see if I could make it out to da highway and flag down another feller in truck who wuz newfie enough to come on in and give us a boost before faddier came back. I didn't make it in time. I did the run, took me tree hours, and I did find us a newfie of a feller, but by the time we got back in over da muddy dirt road fadder wuz back. My son, some arse slapping I got. So Adam, let me tell ya dis, If i had a pair of dem deer runners, I can guarantee, next time I gotta go running 35k over an old logging road, i wont have to use me rubber boots la. What'a say? Trade ya a caribou steak for em?!
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Scene on the run
I'm up at Whistler for a week or so and have been enjoying getting up into the higher stuff on healthy legs. It's a pleasure to have (almost) carefree movement again. I can feel myself getting stronger every run and I'm gaining confidence in my ability again. The athlete ego is a fragile thing.
Anyway, here's a selection from my evening run today. I blazed up to Wedgemont lake, a tough little slog. I played around on the glacier for a bit, but didn't venture too high on it. The surrounding peaks are beautiful and tempting, but I wasn't properly equipped to tackle them and don't know the exact routes to take, so they'll have to wait for another visit.
I was finally able to really bomb a long downhill, so I'm guaranteed to be super sore tomorrow, but another run high up should sort that out. I've been getting a good reminder recently that long runs really are a panacea of sorts for me. They help my body recalibrate after being dysfunctional for so long, and anyone who's spend time in the alpine can understand all the other therapeutic effects that come along with it.
I finished my day by eating dinner in the park and caught a free Michael Franti concert. There was a great vibe going on and it made for a wonderful end to the day
Anyway, here's a selection from my evening run today. I blazed up to Wedgemont lake, a tough little slog. I played around on the glacier for a bit, but didn't venture too high on it. The surrounding peaks are beautiful and tempting, but I wasn't properly equipped to tackle them and don't know the exact routes to take, so they'll have to wait for another visit.
I was finally able to really bomb a long downhill, so I'm guaranteed to be super sore tomorrow, but another run high up should sort that out. I've been getting a good reminder recently that long runs really are a panacea of sorts for me. They help my body recalibrate after being dysfunctional for so long, and anyone who's spend time in the alpine can understand all the other therapeutic effects that come along with it.
I finished my day by eating dinner in the park and caught a free Michael Franti concert. There was a great vibe going on and it made for a wonderful end to the day
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Monday, August 20, 2012
Island Alpine & other running
I raced the 1/2 marathon (23+/- kms) at the Arc'teryx Squamish 50 last weekend and had a decent day. I was looking to run a harder effort, but didn't want to hurt my leg, so I took it easy on the flats and downhills, which have been bothering me recently and worked the uphills a bit harder. It was a hot day, but I was able to run steady enough to win, which always feels good and the running in Squamish is some of the best singletrack that I've ever run on.
It was great to pin on a race number and to catch up friends. Gary & Geoff did a great job organizing the event and they created a challenging race course that showed off some of Squamish's finest trails. It's definitely a race worth doing in Canada's "adventure sports capital."
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| by David McColm |
On Friday, I was leafing through my copy of Island Alpine and decided that I had to get back to the high country. I settled on Mount Arrowsmith & Mount Cokely, because I hadn't explored any of the southern Island peaks.
I ran from Lake Cameron, up the old CPR trail to Mount Cokely, then traversed down the saddle and over to Mount Arrowsmith, traversing across the massive. It was a bit scrambly in places and involved some exposed climbing. It maybe wasn't the smartest thing to do on my own without any gear, but I had been craving an adventure and this satiated that need.
I ended up being out for almost 8 hours, with a 2 hour plus drive on either end of that. It made for a long, but deeply satisfying day.
I brought the cellphone along and took way too many pictures of myself. My glasses are also super reflective, so I did a great job of capturing my hand snapping away.
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| books have useful info in them |
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| classic island singletrack |
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| wonder if this is edible? |
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| bumps make for fun scrambling |
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| other side of the bumps |
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| fresh water |
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| the massive traverse |
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| classic alpine shot on a sunny day |
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Thursday, August 16, 2012
Trail "Sense" - win a pair of Limited Edition Salomon S-Lab Sense
I've been lucky enough to be given one pair of the brand new Salomon S-LAB SENSE trail shoes to give away via my blog. The shoe is extra special, because it is one of 106 limited edition special "Kilian Jornet" models, commemorating the Western States 100 trail race.
After coming up short and having issues at the Western States in 2010, Kilian worked with Salomon’s R&D department on a shoe that would deliver light weight, breathability, forefoot protection, flexible cushioning and would also be fast drying. Through several generations of prototypes and rigorous testing, the Sense shoe was born. Sense is exceptionally light, has a 4mm offset from heel to toe, and offers 3 unique technologies that improve performance:
- Profeel Film is a light weight layer under the forefoot that delivers
protection without sacrificing flexibility.
- EndoFit internal fit sleeves deliver seamless comfort and intuitive
feedback.
- Dynamic Traction delivers grip on every surface that a race throws at you.
Kilian used the shoe in the 2011 version of the WS100, and despite getting lost twice and running a six extra miles, his dream of victory was realized. He even ran the last third of the race without socks.
To celebrate 20 years of shoe evolution that led to the development of the S-Lab Sense, Salomon developed 106 pairs of the S-LAB SENSE, each one uniquely numbered and designated (Kilian got pair number 001). To share our vision of trail running, Salomon is offering chances to win these
exclusive shoes via my blog to a Canadian reader.
I wore the shoe when I raced my first 100 miler in Japan and it has become my go to shoe for almost all my runs:
If you want to win the shoes, just write in the comment section by Labour Day, Monday September 3rd and describe what your personal running quest, or greatest running adventure in Canada has been, or describe a running project in Canada that you are currently working on. It can be a race, a charity, a trail, a personal goal etc... whatever your Canadian Running Quest is.
I'll sort through them and pick a winner from the various submissions. If it's something that you've done and you have a video for, or a blog post, I'll take that into account to pick the winner. So go ahead Canada, inspire me!
****The shoes in this collection are all a mens size 9. If you don't want the Limited Edition pair and would rather have a standard pair in your size, for you to run in, I'm sure that can be arranged as well.
After coming up short and having issues at the Western States in 2010, Kilian worked with Salomon’s R&D department on a shoe that would deliver light weight, breathability, forefoot protection, flexible cushioning and would also be fast drying. Through several generations of prototypes and rigorous testing, the Sense shoe was born. Sense is exceptionally light, has a 4mm offset from heel to toe, and offers 3 unique technologies that improve performance:- Profeel Film is a light weight layer under the forefoot that delivers
protection without sacrificing flexibility.
- EndoFit internal fit sleeves deliver seamless comfort and intuitive
feedback.
- Dynamic Traction delivers grip on every surface that a race throws at you.
Kilian used the shoe in the 2011 version of the WS100, and despite getting lost twice and running a six extra miles, his dream of victory was realized. He even ran the last third of the race without socks.
To celebrate 20 years of shoe evolution that led to the development of the S-Lab Sense, Salomon developed 106 pairs of the S-LAB SENSE, each one uniquely numbered and designated (Kilian got pair number 001). To share our vision of trail running, Salomon is offering chances to win these
exclusive shoes via my blog to a Canadian reader.
I wore the shoe when I raced my first 100 miler in Japan and it has become my go to shoe for almost all my runs:
If you want to win the shoes, just write in the comment section by Labour Day, Monday September 3rd and describe what your personal running quest, or greatest running adventure in Canada has been, or describe a running project in Canada that you are currently working on. It can be a race, a charity, a trail, a personal goal etc... whatever your Canadian Running Quest is.
I'll sort through them and pick a winner from the various submissions. If it's something that you've done and you have a video for, or a blog post, I'll take that into account to pick the winner. So go ahead Canada, inspire me!
****The shoes in this collection are all a mens size 9. If you don't want the Limited Edition pair and would rather have a standard pair in your size, for you to run in, I'm sure that can be arranged as well.
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