Ultra Weekend Recap — January 4–5
The first weekend of the new year brought out eager ultrarunners looking to shake off the holidays with fresh mileage. From Florida heat to frosty forest trails, here’s what went down:
Vista View 360 Ultramarathon – Davie, Florida
Date: January 5, 2025
Distance: 6-Hour Timed Event
Course: 1.24-mile dirt and mulch loop at Vista View Park
Weather: Sunny, 72°F
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Full Results
In this endurance-focused race, runners completed as many loops as possible within six hours. The top finishers were:
- 1st: Rafael Alejandro Cuza Villarreal
- 2nd: Andre Chaves
- 3rd: Vincent Yllanes
Frozen Sasquatch Trail Race – Charleston, West Virginia
Date: January 4, 2025
Distance: 50k
Location: Kanawha State Forest
Weather: Cold and damp
Full Results
This rugged trail classic features challenging climbs and technical descents through dense Appalachian forest. The top finishers were:
- 1st: William Ross – 4:53:14
- 2nd: Anthony Vargo – 5:06:36
- 3rd: Brandon Perry – 5:32:27
MHRRC Recover From the Holidays 50k – Staatsburg, New York
Date: January 4, 2025
Distance: 50k
Course: Hudson Valley Rail Trail
Full Results
This low-key, grassroots community ultra is perfect for runners shaking off the holiday indulgence. The top finishers were:
- 1st: Male – 3:25:46
- 1st: Female – 4:59:00
That wraps up our very first Ultra Weekend Recap of 2025. If you raced, crewed, or volunteered this weekend, we salute you. Here’s to a strong year ahead — one weekend at a time.
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