The Race that Changed Running: The Inside Story of UTMB

Twenty years ago, a group of runners conceived the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB), a race around Mont Blanc covering over 100 miles through Italy, France, and Switzerland. Despite initial expectations of a few participants, over 700 runners showed up, transforming trail running into a global phenomenon.

Author Doug Mayer, with unfettered access to the UTMB archives and interviews with over 100 people, including race organizers, winners, experts, scientists, and fans, presents a comprehensive perspective on trail running’s greatest race. The book includes over 200 photos, maps, and infographics.