A new mini-documentary from HOKA TV tells the story of Gordy Ainsleigh, who virtually invented endurance running in 1974.
When Gordy Ainsleigh decided to run a 100-mile course developed for horseback riding, it “was unthinkable,” according to a new documentary.
Ainsleigh had already completed the Western States Trail Ride multiple times when his horse went lame in 1974. Already known for his ability to run portions of the course, Ainsleigh decided to try the whole thing. It’s now a famous trail for endurance running, thanks to his trailblazing.
By finishing on foot, he became “the match that lit the sport on fire,” as one commentator put it.
Runtime: 3.5 minutes
