After 35 years, you would think the Bolder Boulder would maybe lose some of its spark. The truth is, one of the largest 10K races in the entire world definitely still has its swag. This year, Crocs is taking over the role of the main sponsors, and the race is looking to go off in style as it continues to grow closer to its 50th anniversary.
While part of the fun of the Bolder Boulder is seeing the crazy costumes and seeing the excited fans on the side of the Boulder streets dressed as gypsies, chugging beer, and shooting racers with water cannons, that isn't all the race is about. The 10K race offers different waves for runners of all abilities and the International Team Challenges brings star runners from across the globe to compete at the highest level, at a high altitude. For those looking to cheer on their favorite American and Colorado runners, below you will find the a list of the teams for both men and women. Happy Memorial Day, and enjoy the 35th Annual Bolder Boulder!
Team America: Men
Brent Vaughn: Colorado native, former University of Colorado runner, 1-time U.S. Cross Country Champion
Kenyon Nueman: Native of Bend, Oregon, Sub-14 5K runner, Olympic trials invitee in the marathon
Aaron Braun: Colorado native, Sub-4 Mile, Sub-14 5K runner and Adams State University alumni
Team American: Women
Deena Kastor: Living legend, former University of Colorado runner, multiple-time U.S. Champion
Laura Thweat: Former University of Colorado runner, up and comer in the professional racing scene
Stephanie Rothstein: Big Sur Half-Marathon Champion
Team Colorado: Men
Sean Quiggly: Local Colorado favorite
Josh Eberly: 2012 Winner of the Citizens' Race at the Bolder Boulder
Tyler McCandless: Local Colorado long-distance ace
Team Colorado: Women
Nuta Olaru: 2012 Winner of the Citizens' Race at the Bolder Boulder
Mattie Suver: Colorado favorite and local
Bri Nelson: Former Colorado State runner and local Colorado favorite
Photo courtesy of Bolder Boulder
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