In the ultra running world, the big race is the Western States and runners need to qualify to be accepted entry.  Competing at this race has been Gary Robbins’ main focus and this past weekend he suffered through the Mountain Masochist 50 mile trail run with hopes of qualifying.  After 7+ hours of running Robbins took home and impressive 2nd place and with that he secures a spot in Western States! Yeehaw!!!

Gary will be off to California at the end of June ’09 to compete in the 100 mile race against the best ultra runners in the world.  He has just posted a quickrecap of his race on his blog with a more detailed report to follow.  Way to go Gary!!! You rock!