Outdoor Journal Monsoon 2013 | Page 2

Kilian Jornet Burgada on his way to a third victory at the 2011 edition of the 003 Ultra Trail du Mont-Blanc. The UTMB is a non-stop 100-mile running event around the Mont-Blanc massif straddling France, Italy and Switzerland, with runners traversing all three countries. Killian is about to crush the race 10 years of existence, the UTMB is the world’s most famous mountain trail running footrace, because of its extreme terrain at high altitude (>2500m), difficult weather conditions and a requirement for runners with the ability to features be autonomous. Its reputation also comes from the seriousness of the race organizers, who must please running and mountain enthusiasts as well as preserve the natural environment they play in. photo: Salomon monsoon 2013 the shark's fin redux the outdoor journal record, finishing its epic 168 km distance in 20 hours and 46 minutes. After 004