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Western States Endurance Run Cancelled

June 26, 2008 · Written by trailrunningSoul.com · Filed Under News, Races & Events 
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Western States 100

· WS 100 ·
WS 100 has been officially canceled due to extensive wildfires that have struck northern California in recent days and the health risks these pose to the runners. On top of this, there are some further implications for participants on the 2008 Montrail Ultra Cup still to be resolved.
Read more at ws100.com
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