Adam Campbell Returns to 100-Mile Podium After Nine Years — image accompanying Canadian Running's report. Image accompanying Canadian Running’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Adam Campbell, a renowned Canadian mountain athlete, returned to the 100-mile distance at the Crazy Mountain 100, finishing second. His last 100-mile race was in 2017, following a serious accident. Campbell completed the race in 25:38:02, behind Pete Behrends.
The Crazy Mountain 100 course features over 7,000 meters of climbing and includes technical sections. Campbell described it as a unique challenge, not typical of average 100-milers. His return to the distance was influenced by his wife, Cassie, and a desire to test his limits. Read more trail coverage.
Campbell plans to take a few weeks off before deciding his next steps. He is considering races like Tor des Géants and Ultra Pirineu. He credits his support network for helping him return to racing. Related: Runners Test Teva's Aventrail R2T in 100-Mile Race.
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Canadian ultrarunner finishes second in Crazy Mountain 100 after lengthy hiatus. Adam Campbell, a renowned Canadian mountain athlete, returned to the 100-mile distance at the Crazy Mountain 100, finishing second. His last 100-mile race was in 2017, following a serious accident. Campbell completed the race in 25:38:02, behind Pete Behrends.
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Runner World published this brief on August 7, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated August 7, 2026.
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