In 2026, AJW ran and volunteered at several ultramarathons, visiting historic mining towns and scenic forests. He participated in races like the Copper Corridor 50k and Crown King Scramble 50k in Arizona.
AJW also covered the Cocodona 250 Mile in Arizona and the Bay Area 100 Mile in California. He ran the Alpine Solstice 55k in Oregon and volunteered at Western States 100 in California. Read more trail coverage.
Additionally, AJW served on the broadcast team for the Hardrock 100 in Colorado and ran the Vermont 100k. He emphasized the unique experiences and communities he encountered through ultrarunning. Related: Zach Miller Reflects on UTMB Return After Two-Year Hiatus.
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What should runners know about AJW Reflects on Ultrarunning Journeys in 2026?
AJW shares experiences from running and volunteering at various ultramarathons across the U.S. In 2026, AJW ran and volunteered at several ultramarathons, visiting historic mining towns and scenic forests. He participated in races like the Copper Corridor 50k and Crown King Scramble 50k in Arizona.
When did Runner World publish this trail brief?
Runner World published this brief on August 28, 2026. The underlying iRunFar report was dated August 28, 2026.
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