Tim Tollefson

Tim is, simply put, one of the US’s great trail runners. He has won races around the world, including Javelina Jundred, Lavaredo Ultra Trail 120K, and Ultra Trail Australia 100K. He was third at the 2017 UTMB Mont-Blanc— and who was in front of him? Arguably the two best trail runners in the world, Kilian Jornet and François D’Haene.

Those data points are impressive, but Tim is also a deeply grounded, thoughtful and empathetic person. You might have heard his remarkable interview on the Rich Roll podcast or seen his video about the challenges he has faced over the years with body dysmorphia. Tim has faced adversity on and off the trail, and we’re lucky to be able to share in the wisdom he’s accrued from these moments in his life.

Most recently, Tim launched a wonderful new event near his home in California: Mammoth Trail Festival. It’s everything a trail running event should be: inclusive, challenging, fun, and an all-around good time. Run the Alps is pleased to be a partner of this special new US trail running festival.