1999 Western States 100

Ultramania in the Sierra

The high point: approaching 8700-foot Emigrant Pass

It's the oldest 100-mile trail run in the world, and probably the hardest. Racers run through snow drifts and under sweltering sun, cross icy streams and weave through boulders, climb 18,000 feet and descend 23,000. It's the Super Bowl, the Wimbledon, the World Series of ultraracing, and those who complete it have truly run the endurance gauntlet.

Results

• Rookies Rule at Western States The ultramarathoning world received a jolt this weekend, when first timers beat the odds and won the 26th Western States 100.

• Top Finishers

Preview

A Race of Extremes

On June 28, 370 hardcore runners will undertake a 100-mile journey across the Sierra Nevada. But the mindboggling distance is the least of their worries.

Interview

A Chat with Tim Twietmeyer

The five time Western States champ takes a quick break from his race preparations to share a few thoughts on the upcoming event.

Last Year's Winners

In 1998, Twietmeyer won his fifth championship, running well faster than an 11-minute mile pace. Just 55 minutes later, Ann Transon crossed the line, winning the women's division with her fourth-place overall finish.