Pack Burro Racing - A Kick in the Ass

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The famous Western States 100 began from a horse race that started back in 1955. SIX years prior to this (1949), Pack Burro racing had been a prize-paying sport that started in the mountains of Colorado. Past guest and running shoe enthusiast, Brian Metzler, rejoins The Nation after we found out he has participated in many of these unusual events. Make sure you read Brian's book, Kicksology: The Hype, Science, Culture & cool of Running Shoes