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Leadville MTB 100: Why Knowing When to Stop Takes Strength
Athlete Profile · Colorado Cycling · Events & Races ·
Leadville MTB 100: Why Knowing When to Stop Takes Strength

Haley Dumke reached the top of Columbine while managing a lingering hip injury. What happened next showed why the hardest decision in endurance racing is sometimes choosing not to finish.

Racing at 10,000 Feet When the Mountains Changed the Rules
Athlete Profile · Colorado Cycling · Events & Races · MTB · Racing Tips ·
Racing at 10,000 Feet When the Mountains Changed the Rules

Wildfire smoke shortened Colorado’s iconic Firecracker 50, but the challenge remained. Follow Sam Brown’s podium ride and Haley Brown’s inspiring return from injury as they race one of Breckenridge’s toughest mountain bike courses.

Five Lessons from Bighorn Gravel: Racing 85 Miles and 11,000 Feet at Altitude
Athlete Profile · Events & Races · Gravel · Motivation · Racing Tips ·
Five Lessons from Bighorn Gravel: Racing 85 Miles and 11,000 Feet at Altitude

What does it take to tackle one of Colorado’s toughest gravel races? After finishing second overall at the 2026 Bighorn Gravel, Pactimo athlete Sam Brown shares five lessons about pacing, heat, climbing, mental resilience and smart decision-making—along with why progress isn’t always measured by a win.