August 20, 2016 - Leadville, Colorado, U.S. -  Ultra distance runner, Julien Jorro #441, negotiates a river crossing prior to ascending to Hope Pass during the Blueprint for Athletes Leadville Trail 100, Leadville, Colorado.  Considered one of the most challenging endurance races in the world, ultra distance runners will navigate high altitude trails, challenging river crossings, and a variety of changing weather with an elevation gain of more than 18,000 feet ranging from 9200 feet near Twin Lakes to 12,600 feet atop the high point of Hope Pass.
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