As the morning sun stretched over Mount Elden last weekend, race participants gathered at the start line for the annual Groovin in the Aspens event. Formally called Gaspin in the Aspens, the event is known to be a grueling test of endurance set amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the San Francisco Peaks. The event offers race distances of 6K, 10K, 20K, 30K and 50K -- bringing together runners from all walks of life to share in a common goal to push their personal limits and conquer the unforgiving terrain set over the 18K loop.

As the start time neared, excitement surged through the air. The runners were released to embark on their chosen daunting adventure with the scent of pine and damp earth filling their noses from the recent rains. The first two miles are a gentle climb through fir

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