INAUGURAL YEAR | A story about the first ever Cocodona 250

[@JasonBaum]

Just signed up for 2022! I was on the fence for a while, but this amazing documentary was the final straw to convince me to stop making excuses and just go for it. See you guys out there!

[@matthewfeldhake]

Let’s gooooo!

[@michaelsallinger193]

Hope to join you in this experience, friend!

[@JasonBaum]

@@michaelsallinger193 I really hope so too! Though I’m sure you’ll be way ahead of me the whole time 😂. Get that knee healed up dude!!

[@krissifadwa]

I can't wait to join, especially after getting work out of my schedule for freedom lol

[@drybrain9179]

LETS GO

[@crystalpitts1423]

Baffled that this doesn’t have more views or recognition. This is everything I wanna see when covering an ultra. Super inspired and so far I’m only running 5ks. Bravo & thank you! 🙏🏼

[@kellyrodgers9326]

I run 5 to 10k 4-5 times a week. That’s enough for me. But these guys inspire me so much. Encourages me to push my boundaries just that little bit. When I don’t feel like running, it tells me: just make the effort. When I want to stop a speed run it tells me: push on, you can do it ❤

[@Xavieous1]

Can you imagine having Courtney Dauwalter as your pacer? This race had some All-stars, both racing and participating peripherally. Beautiful race, makes me motivated to run that part of the country!

[@161alden]

I think this is the best ultra doc ever made. No jokes

[@David-xo5qq]

I love that it's so easy to root for these runners, whether the race leaders, middle of the pack, or back of the pack. They all seem like unique personalities in their own way, pushing themselves to the limit to achieve great things while still remaining humble and trying to find purpose and even enjoyment among all of that suffering.

[@jacobcosme2007]

The even more awesome thing about this video are the racers. Even the elites seem really down to earth and humble.

[@artisinresidence]

Watched once, got all inspired and overdid it in the the mountains. Now I’m completely sore and my feet will never be the same again. You all are incredible beasts! As soon as I recover I’ll rewatch and repeat. 👍🏻

[@kaylabennett975]

Arizona is so beautiful!! I cried 😭. Some day in the near future I will be there!!!

[@raketenrambo4860]

A really good documentary! Sitting on my couch in freezing cold Europe, never been to the U.S. and yet absolutely getting the spirit of the event. The beautiful nature, the towns, the people, the motivation. Cocodona 250 might just have set foot in the back of my mind.

[@harolddenton6031]

Ia rabbit your actual.lasr name? There are lots of Rambo surname families living in northeast part of Tennessee near johnson city area by the cherokee national forest plus living down by the smoky mountains National forest area down southeast of knoxville,tn.

[@svenfokkema3440]

A true gem of a running documentary! I watched this awesome inaugural Cocodona 250 race live from Europe for 4+ days. Big kudos & thanks to all runners and people involved.

[@daveb.3169]

It won't take very long for this race to be one of the classics ultra running.

[@leonardboey5359]

Really appreciate the video....very inspiring. From Singapore...Leonard..I've just came back from Flagstaff after Az ironman...now I've something to chew on for next project😂

[@amaxim5586]

Tuning into the live stream of this event back in May, watching all the way from Canada, was one of the most entertaining sport broadcasts I have ever experienced, many thanks to everyone involved, great to re-live it!

[@tongoxavier]

After watching this video I believe that this race will become one of the most popular ultra races in the U.S. I'm surprised no one had thought of it before since it runs through so many scenic and historic sites.

[@mickeylana]

Jamil is such an amazing ambassador for this sport. Watching the livestream this year was EPIC. Probably the most fun I've ever had on youtube.

[@drbadger12]

It was great reliving the race through this. Can’t wait to be back again next year!

[@gilsonpsvita8446]

Man I’m so in love with this amazing video. So inspiring!!! 1000 likes

[@samwingender]

That's so far! Congratulations to anyone who even attempts this!

[@richmyers4426]

What an experience and what an awesome cinematography production! It is so great to view this again. I can't wait to volunteer during the 2022 event.

[@brosomet]

Cool race. Dude is already throwing up in 3 minutes🤣👍

[@buddhagorilla]

Beautifully done video and even more inspiring race. Kudos to Jamil, the race crew, the racers, and support teams.

[@stjamesnolan]

I was all set to go to sleep, and then I ran across this just being uploaded. Time to stay up a bit longer.... and still get infinitely more sleep than these amazing racers did.

[@suem7920]

What a great film! Nothing like a good puking to start off the film. I laughed and cried and cheered and am in awe of the participants. Loved it!

[@breeannsternberg131]

Amazing! This definitely gave me all the feels. Can’t wait to see what happens next year.

[@_quixote]

Bro these guys are insane. The elites of running

[@Bellincion]

Such a beautiful recap of an amazing race and experience.

[@jamesbrewster9765]

This is up there with the best of the best running docs I've seen!

[@VelvetGoldminer]

This has been sitting in my Watch Later list for ages. Man, wish I'd watched it earlier. Great stuff

[@kellyrodgers9326]

An awesome tribute to an awesome race ❤

[@Damian_Hunt]

This video made me emotional, very wholesome. Very motivational.

[@adramalech707]

Amazing job! Aravaipa, you pulled it off and it was such a great win for our community. You brought such great coverage of Black Canyon and Cocodona! The course is amazing and hopefully, when I get the chance, I can experience this race as a participant. Keep up the amazing work!

[@jmarou]

This looks like an awesome race! I think that I'll run it someday.

[@dbk81]

Wholly shit, this is amazing, the race, the production value, well done. What a great watch.

[@andrewbelus2047]

So righteous!!

[@SeeChadRun]

Such an epic film! Words do not describe!!! Well done!

[@advancedcasual4830]

this is an amazing documentary! One of the best ultra documentaries I have seen, keep it up!

[@patrickgrengs7594]

Thank you for creating and sharing this well crafted video of a top-shelf event. What Peter Mortimer said right there at 34:53 "You definitely have to enjoy it." This is not about the pain-cave or suffer-fest. There will be highs and lows -- mostly highs -- it's all relative. Aravaipa is giving us the opportunity to take in 250+ miles of amazing Central Arizona trails and scenery with long sunny days, cool desert nights and loads of camaraderie with fellow runners/hikers, volunteers and pacers -- plus, the occasion to store away a raft of fantastic memories. I'm in for 2022 ... now to the planning and pouring over my retro notes from TC200. See y'all in May.

[@ultraruna]

What a beautiful film, showcasing the stunning scenery of Arizona, and the ability and determination of all the runners. Bravo to all involved in the race and all the competitors.

[@Brettzcassette]

As a ultra-fan, this is by far my favorite race to follow. Great work on the doc, looking forward to next year!

[@liverunboundless3345]

Just watching this,, the film was awesome, beautiful.

[@josepablogonzalez9047]

Versteeg, Mortimer and Coury! Great inspiration guys! Cheers from Costa Rica

[@gottzx14]

Amazing video, Amazing race ! Thank you for sharing

[@deannkrill9622]

Wow!! What a wonderfully inspirational video! Huge respect for Jamil who ran this “because he puts others through this” I love that! Great job to all the runners who ran any/all of this race 💪🏻🏃‍♀️

[@Mattdilino]

Wishfully someday, yeah someday I could run in this amazing trails!.

[@dannyjacobs6734]

I would love to be able to do this, but at 54 and the insane distance and elevation, I'll be lucky to qualify as a spectator! 😕 I hope this race grows tremendously over the years!

[@katieflanagan3877]

Nothings impossible! It’s never too late to chase your dreams, there are so many 50+ runners who can do incredible physical feats

[@williamtaylor6325]

This is inspiring, beautiful and so motivating. Great job Dylan!!! Love the soundtrack Rob!!

[@JohnnyParsonsladfromtad]

Absolutely awesome 👍

[@teachaman2]

Such a fantastic film. Massive kudos to all involved with the race...years in the making and the love and passion shines through.

[@BigMannyfromtheIE]

Awesome video , see you there 2024 🤟🏽🤟🏽🤟🏽 Thank you

[@mpelletier62]

Great documentary, really shows the spirit of trail and ultra running

[@HoltHamiltonFilms]

Beautiful. Well done.

[@ffr3ak]

It's beautiful! Enjoyed every second!

[@carolineeastburn9355]

Beautiful film!!! Thanks so much for creating this event.

[@walterhogie]

Loved this so much! Such a well done film on an amazing adventure! Thanks for sharing it with us!!

[@dannydavis2941]

Great race and very well done video to promote it. Great job all around!

[@sandratessem9980]

Awesome race

[@avishekkumar9341]

Thanks for putting this video...Quite inspirational...

[@susanwiggins6309]

Wow - amazing film, race recap, stories, views...! So inspiring.

[@devinmurphy3825]

Amazing film, Aravaipa!! On my bucket list!

[@Tarpon65]

Great video and race!

[@ShotAmazing]

wow! absolutely incredible- what a race!!

[@peterklemenc6194]

176 started, how many managed to finish?

[@AravaipaRunning]

108

[@peterklemenc6194]

@@AravaipaRunning For something so insane....that's impressive!

[@ozenfant_ozn]

just epic.

[@Dr.RundaBomZim]

Thinking about it. I am a newbie and only have some half marathons and 2 full marathons on my feet. 😂

[@gabornyers7091]

That is a smashing video Guys! Loved it BIG time!!!Perfectly edited!Thanks for sharing!!!!!

[@GoldenDeerProductions]

This got me pumped for my 100 miler. Thanks for the awesome film. See you guys at the Coldwater Rumble.

[@diannat3209]

Excellent and inspiring!

[@UPENNACNP]

Awesome film and narrative of this spectacular race. Congratulations to all involved!

[@davemoss6792]

Loved watching this! Thank you

[@ArthurEmbleton]

Amazing route. Always surprises me how smooth trails in the US look, compared to what I'm used to in the UK. I think I'd struggle badly with the heat though!

[@warsameadam5572]

Yes I've noticed too. I fell into waist deep mud hole at national peak district.

[@MrMacsta]

THAT was superbly done!!

[@Aj23427]

Absolutely incredible!

[@toddfernandez3048]

Aravaipa has to stop doing this to me...like...stop...making...me...want...to do this race. Great film, great race. Good job y'all!

[@hallacrossthecountry]

These guys make me wanna move to Arizona. I met a bunch of them this past weekend at Fat Ox and they’re all such good people. That has just stuck with me as much as my four million blisters.

[@Hillrunner50]

Excellent video! I felt the pain!

[@JEKYLLHYDE123]

Awesome race , beautiful documentary. Loved it

[@jak3__]

Looks incredible! Hope to do it one day

[@runsingletrack]

Just signed up for the 2024 edition, in large part because of this film. - Finn

[@AravaipaRunning]

You the man.

[@DoItNutrition]

Great film!👏👏👏

[@alexheaton4999]

Beautiful and inspiring!

[@davidhayward1261]

Loved it. Well done guys. Amazing 👍👍🏃🏻‍♂️🌲

[@Ultrarunningamber]

Amazing everyone. This video was so very cool and inspiring. Congrats.

[@christianblum4566]

Goosebumps!

[@stanmakowski3370]

AMAZING! Thank you

[@freddelestre5773]

Merci

[@heavysetgo1135]

Wow! Just…..WOW!🤩🥳

[@trharper555]

Very nice!!! Definitely enjoyed watching the live coverage, the pre-race trail runs and this is like a cherry on top. Would have been nice to see winners specifically called out (at a minimum in the credits) along with a listing of all the finishers, might just add a minute to overall length.

[@annemarlow-geter1198]

Beautiful film, reminds me of why I love to run the trails in the high desert, but the story of Maggie is totally missed. Why?! Such a great part of the race story that is very sadly lost.

[@young-spark]

Awesome content. Subscribed!

[@justinturnbow371]

That was great thank you

[@derrunn3r613]

Awesome, absolutely awesome! Makes me want to increase my weekly mileage such that I can run ultras^^

[@Chief_Red_Cloud]

Great Vibrations♨

[@tattooedbutcher9165]

All the hype and I’m a little let down but good work

[@timbotee]

Epic!!

[@Calbinosaurusrex]

I'll be there in 2025. And I can't wait!

[@LaneDePratt]

Great video

[@ThatMountainMoment]

Amazing course, video, and humans. This is now on my radar to participate in. Looks transformative and the terrain looks dreamlike to run. The music is very good in this doc, would you mind sharing the soundtrack?

[@joebeone]

Amazing

[@Aterix33]

Really beautiful film. Is there a prize to win or do people just run for “fun/experience “?

[@ryanwhite6859]

grind on People.🙏

[@susanjane4784]

Great race. Good movie. Except for the volume issues. Like most, I'm 12" from my speaker and should never have to adjust volume multiple times at different levels. The music was too loud. Some solo interviews were too soft. Fix this and more with love this.