With temperatures in the 80’s, the race became a test of endurance with many runners dropping out along the course. But Team Ladera showed its mettle, with Mike and Mary clocking respectable times, considering the hills and heat.

Celebrating Nils’s 70th on a beautiful spring morning following the historic Silverado Trail through bucolic vineyard country. Mike and Mary did PR’s and qualified for Boston, finishing in 3:54 and 3:53 respectively.