President of The North Face Wins Ultramarathon

June 24, 2008 · Filed Under News, Runners

· Photo by Nikos Polias ·

Topher Gaylord, President of VF Outdoor & Action Sports International, which comprises The North Face, Vans and Reef brands, recently won the legendary Nemea-Olympia ultramarathon in Greece. The competition, staged every two years, is a 180km trail race that links two historical sites: the Nemea stadium and the Olympia stadium, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Gaylord finished the race in 17hours and 35min, a new course record.

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