The water crossings are the primary attraction at the Horizon Runners Roost--for competitors and spectators alike. Photos by Bill Stahl.
Special to Colorado Track XC by Bill Stahl
The Horizon Runner’s Roost Invitational was as usual--wet, wild, and wacky. At Addenbrooke Park in Lakewood, a gorgeous, warm and sunny day greeted runners, in addition to numerous inflatable sharks, crocs, orcas, and lobsters that inhabit the five water crossings in this fun-filled meet.
While the competition is reliably stout, many of the participants assume a more festive demeanor. Many sport snorkels and goggles, water wings, or brightly colored hair or face paint. Others are determined to cannonball or belly-flop into the creek, including spectacular splats by the Prairie View coaches in the citizen’s race afterward. Still others try to demonstrate their athletic prowess by trying to clear the major water jump, which few ever accomplish successfully. The course also featur...
