Behind Courtney Dauwalter & Francois D'haene's Ultra-Trail Races at Hardrock 100 and UTMB

There are many reasons to run an ultra-trail race, but are there many to run two of the hardest ultra-trail races in the world with only 6 weeks in between? Let the ultra legends Courtney Dauwalter and François D'haene take you onboard the biggest challenge of their lives as they take on the Hardrock 100 and the Ultra Trail du Mont-Blanc®️ during the summer of 2021.
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[@SamHawk1985]

I love that you aren't afraid to showcase and interview non-Salomon athletes as part of the storytelling. Trendsetting!

[@SalomonTV]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙌

[@jochenbollaender7769]

Having runners of other sponsors featured in the movie really shows the broader perspective and the camaraderie🖖

[@fambacalp8917]

Pandemic brings people closer perhaps

[@SergiuSalcau00]

She s a salomon runner :))))

[@andrearatkovic4048]

@@SergiuSalcau00 Jim Walmsley, however, is not.😉

[@followtheflow2]

Courtney is the most down to earth elite athlete I’ve ever seen. Literal superhuman

[@Alien-do9iz]

She is for sure a bad ass woman! Love her ❤

[@SlatesCreations]

Jim pacing Francois, shows how amazing this sport is. Courtney is an absolute legend. Brilliant video

[@SalomonTV]

Couldn't agree more.

[@thomasrosado4593]

For real. When I heard Jim was pacing him I just said wow.

[@SalomonTV]

Edit: English subs are now available! Translations in French, Italian, Spanish and German are on their way this week 😊 Hey everyone, thanks a lot for your amazing feedback already. We just wanted to let you know that we experienced an issue with the production of the subtitles for the movie. We're working on it and expect to be able to upload English subs in a couple of days, and then following with the other languages. We're sorry about that but if you look on the bright side, this gives you a good opportunity to take French lessons with our one and only Serge, and watch the episode a second time when the subs are here 😄 Thanks for your understanding and support! 🙌 The Salomon TV Team

[@FuckAdds]

I learnt a few english expressions along the way... Regardons le bon côté des choses !

[@Twigjit]

Thanks! Glad to hear there is aid coming for us less educated Americans! P.S. One other thing for the future that would be nice is if we had labels telling us the names of each athlete that talks on screen (in text) who isn't explicitly mentioned. I feel like they deserve the recognition.

[@HugoSilva-cb7uk]

where can i find these shorts...i love running with long shorts..but it is difficult to find

[@thewildpackpodcast]

seems like an ad for Duolingo 😄

[@oleksamelnyk1754]

salomon , how to buy this long shorts ? im looking it since Kortney got 1st utmb))

[@GreatWhiteWine]

It's really awesome to have access for free to this kind of videos, thank you so much Salomon, Courtney Dauwalter and François d'Haene. So much joy (and suffering), so much beauty in this sport and in the nature displayed in these two races. I hope that you'll have many more races to share with us! I guess the next step is to rearrange the calendar to run the Western state, the HR100, the UTMB and the grand raid and if you could bring back Kilian, that would be something legendary!

[@SalomonTV]

Hey Erwin, thanks for the nice feedback and support.🙌

[@BeingSirrun]

That was so good, I have never watched a sport doc that was almost an hour and felt like 15 minutes;)!And Courtney is just pure brilliance! I'm always amazed by her humbleness and style. I want more moooorrrreee MORE!

[@SalomonTV]

Glad you enjoyed it Weronika!

[@cindywhite4493]

LOVED this. Courtney encourages me everytime I watch her. Well done to both of you :)

[@ThrowingStones88]

Any chance of adding English subtitles? Thanks for this video!

[@gvidokalninsrun5372]

Same here. Would love to hear what Serge Chapuis and others said in French. :)

[@ParaditeRs]

Damn, imagine beating a Kilian record and still coming in second place.

[@FuckAdds]

Year congrat to dylan bowman, really pushed François to the sky ! Awesome performance DiBo !

[@Asentro76]

D Bo is the man. But so is Francois haha

[@ondrejsmejkal1525]

Imagine being a grey-haired guy named Ryan Smith, who did also beat Kilian's record, but no one talks about him, because he came 3rd.

[@ParaditeRs]

@@ondrejsmejkal1525 wait, really? 3 people ran under his time lol? Impressive.

[@angelouaje6350]

Kilian ran with a dislocated arm that time?

[@hoxito]

„My name is Franco Den. I‘m a tribe runner for Star Marine Team since 10 years. And I‘m really fascinated by Eldridge.“ Well said, Franco! (And thank you, automatic captions, for having me in tears laughing.)

[@cubadacub]

Well, I don´t understand Francois´English either :D

[@runsteepgethigh]

The Eldridge 100 had a nice ring to it 😅

[@mpelletier62]

As a French Canadian, that translation was hilarious

[@robertedwards4401]

Gym Walmsley and Shamany

[@nbtrue0]

I guess I'll have to rewatch it with auto-generated captions. That's just hilarious. Thanks for letting world know this hidden gem.

[@chrisdecu6422]

I was laughing how Jim documents Fancois and being competitive even if he is just pacing. LOL. Love this vid.

[@benihanaable]

Oh that “kids” question at the end is so impolite! The rest is amazing!

[@dawnriddler]

Was so pumped watching this video had to pause it and go for a run 😂

[@SalomonTV]

Love to hear this !🙌

[@thesampsota]

Loved how this film shows the good and the bad, the successes and disappointments, the flying through a course as well as the struggling and dropping. Well made and huge motivation / inspiration!

[@shartmann2008]

This is so amazing, thank you! To hear from the two of them like this is just so special!

[@wadaday15]

Was waiting for a short documentary like this to showcase this race! Much thanks!

[@NIBricks]

Thank you Salomon, Courtney Dauwalter and François d'Haene for sharing this amazing adventure with us

[@JuhaPuuma]

They both are such legends and Courtney's positivity/toughness is very uplifting!

[@elementsofdaisy]

Thank you for creating this. Both very amazing athletes and gorgeous races. I agree regarding just having the caption for the non-English conversations. 😊

[@amateurhouradventures]

An absolutely amazing year for Francois and Courtney! So stoked to see Jim working with you guys!

[@usedwigs]

Wonderful film, these runners are so likeable and easy to root for. Great job.

[@preachernet]

One of the best and honest sport documentaries I have seen for a long time. It's really motivating an uplifting especially in midst of the fourth covid wave! Thanks to all for sharing with us! Be blessed - greetings from Austria

[@SalomonTV]

Great to hear you enjoyed it this much, Benjamin! 🙌🏻

[@tanokiller23]

Amazing content. I was there when they arrived the the finish line in Chamonix! Incredible athletes! Much respect! ✊

[@SalomonTV]

Have you ever ran or are you planning on taking on an ultra? 🏃‍♂️ 🏃‍♀️ Let us know in the comments!

[@sarahmcdonald6980]

one day i will! I just did my first 10k, and I am so excited about pushing further, chiseling away, as Courtney says :)

[@abeott5866]

Gonna race the bear 100 this next fall!

[@AnaSoraiaGomes]

Only until 60kms yet...

[@Adi_Chibulcutean]

Yeah, my first 100k ,CCC this year , crazy tough but managed to finish in the morning when everybody was there too cheer, fantastic experience. And I want to get there next year to beat my time. Best atmosphere in the world in Chamonix when everybody stop eating or drinking to cheer runners!

[@user-rl3ef4ju9k]

Been running a few years now and slowly picking up longer distances. Did 34k trail this year and going for 57k next summer, maybe also a 65k in the fall. Not going to DNF so taking it slowly.

[@monduli]

Brilliant brilliant film featuring some amazing runners - thanks Salomon!

[@chlee7480]

Awesome & heartwarming story. RESPECT 🙇‍♂️🙇‍♂️to the both of them and such wonderful support from Salomon team 👏. Best video so far for 2021 👍👍👍

[@neila6474]

Just about to prepare for my first 50 miler (my first ultra) and this is so inspiring. Thank you. The ultra running community is the best.

[@bridhennessy7163]

I got into Mountain and Trail running in 2019 and I absolutely adore everything about it. I just completed the Sainte Lyon this weekend and it was just magical. I really admire the hell out of Courtney because she is a humble badass but I also love Francois (et Kilian) as I think he is just so cool and humble. I love the friendship between Jim and Francois and even at the UTMB with Francois stealing a gherkin from him at the ravito. Long live trail running.

[@simonsveberg9210]

I just freaking love Jim, so fun to see him in this setting and his personality too

[@Esther3358]

I love this! Both Francis and Courtney are so down to earth and unassuming. They re bloody amazing, but without arrogance and share so readily. Thanks to you both, and to Salomon for this awesome video

[@SalomonTV]

Stoked you enjoyed it as much as we had fun filming this, Esther :)

[@EmmaEdinburgh]

Excellent running documentary, more like this please!

[@Tom_Moxon]

Awesome vid, awesome vibe, awesome people. Most I've run is around 45km in training a free weeks back. Working towards a few events next year 👊

[@nbtrue0]

Haha, Jim just casually running along in sandals at 27:38 made my day. Great documentary! Salomon providing the juicy content once again, thanks!

[@SalomonTV]

Haha! Glad you enjoyed watching it!

[@user-yv9vi5tu8q]

They both are such legends and Courtney's positivity/toughness is very uplifting!. Damn, imagine beating a Kilian record and still coming in second place..

[@findingultra7149]

Love this! Super motivating to all of us that are starting out. These two are amazing!

[@ivylovesrunning]

That was an amazing journey. Thank you for sharing.

[@paulkim1384]

Awesome awesome 👍 job on filming races, training and interviews. 👍 Court and Francois are both humble, genuine and passionate. I think that's great for the Ultra running and sportsmanship in general. Big thanks 🙏 👍 and carpe diem!! pk

[@Nickers56]

Love this! Legends of the sport 🙌

[@lateef11]

Amazing. Thank you for sharing these amazing stories.

[@carolzwicker7912]

Thank you..I will be watching this again.

[@TrebleCreator]

I want more Courtney docs!!!

[@lucasdupuis1718]

amazing video ! thank's a lot

[@trekkingguillaume]

What is fantastic with trail running is that friendship, support, sharing is a full part of the sport and the performance of all these incredible athletes! I love the spirit of this sport

[@SalomonTV]

It really is! 🙌

[@saucebarquette1778]

Magnifique documentaire ! Deux très gros athlètes et fort sympathique. Ca fait plaisir et ca me donne tellement envie de faire ces deux courses aussi ...

[@Bruce_S]

This is excellent. Thank you. Merci!

[@davidrahbany]

Very well done mini-film. Courtney is just amazing.

[@chandaharkins4418]

Thanks for sharing this with us! Amazing athletes, indeed. I just love the relationship between Courtney and Kevin. It touches my heart - they're so sweet. I also enjoyed hearing from Jim Wamsley. All these folks seem genuine and kind. Inspiration abounds!

[@SalomonTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@RezasAdventure]

I loved this video. True legends in the sport. Thanks! I've recently started my KZbin channel on Trail running and fast packing and I'm so excited seeing the sport growing rapidly.

[@Mikeandthedyslexicunicorns]

Brilliant! Absolutely enjoyed it from start to finish! ❤️ 👍🏼

[@ollajot]

Beautiful shots, whoever was behind the cameras props to you!

[@JLL92330]

J'adore l'esprit de François d'Haene. On sent le recul, la préparation, la maîtrise et la force de conviction. Un très grand athlète !

[@lkoggy19]

Fantastic documentary! Very well done. Inspirational the trust in their bodies

[@jonathanasdell9310]

The host did a great job on this video; good interjections :D

[@andreac5286]

great documentary! loved it!

[@badsam9890]

i am here after the "grand raid : diagonale des fous 2022", what a chance to run a little bit (400meters) beside Courtney at Colorado (i knew after she was born in US Colorado ^^), this moment was incredible and i think she remember this energy just after the last check and rest point, INSANE MOMENT

[@jamesbadham228]

Oh man, when Francois is home in France after the Hard Rock and he's sitting outside next to a plate of local charcuterie and he sips and savors that wine. How good is that? And Courtney is a bright, bright flame.

[@julien7705]

That's why for us it's hard to live outside of France, we. miss Charcuterie, Cheeses and wine so much :)

[@gabornyers7091]

That was BRILLIANT Salomon!!! Lovely to see the Human side of it!! Great Job! Thanks for sharing!!!!!!!

[@SalomonTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@googletookmyoriginaluserna4182]

Champions, but above all - wonderful soouls both~!

[@coffeemusings]

MY QUEEN WEARS BAGGY CLOTHES. LOVE YOU COURTNEY, FOREVER!

[@waltwood5394]

Thank you Salomon!!

[@sullfolife]

Whoever have done this, had the idea, WE WANT MORE OF THIS stunning create hypes long videos are the best thank you to all but really we need more

[@SalomonTV]

More to come!

[@Supt3100]

With little room for debate , these are the two current greatest Ultrarunners in the world. Both are so humble, and Courtney’s smile is so infectious. Thanks for sharing, Salomon!

[@emmanuelmoore8932]

P9ñññ po

[@SamirMishra6174]

I was waiting for this, amazing.

[@SalomonTV]

Glad you liked it! 🙌🏻

[@matthias_seiwald]

😍 love your running movies 😁 My longest Ulra is an 70k with 5.500 m D+ Next year i gonna try my first 100k and then … 🤷‍♂️ maybe UTMB sometimes 😋

[@SalomonTV]

Way to go Matthias! Fingers crossed for your 100k, keep us posted!

[@matthias_seiwald]

@@SalomonTV 🙂 thanks 🤜🤛

[@OnceUponaSaga]

Wonderful story about two great athletes. And I love the analogy of entering a distance without knowing if you’ll ever cross the finish line 🏁 #SagaBingeWatchingSalomonTV

[@debasishsen9397]

These guys r just awesome.

[@AranenDen]

Great inspiration. The sportsmanship is out of this world

[@abeeral-qattan5997]

Amazing movie 😍😍💥💥Im sure I’ll watch it over and over many times thank you 🙏

[@SalomonTV]

Our pleasure!

[@SeeChadRun]

What a great film! Very fun to watch and motivating as an ultra runner!

[@SalomonTV]

Stoked to hear this !🙌

[@brucesmith5509]

What a great film, Thank You! There is a market for 11 or 12 inch inseam shorts, and hope you address it so I can stay out of the competitor's stores.

[@Longpan898]

C’est une très belle histoire. Notamment cette histoire d’amitié entre François et Jim. Quel bel exemple!

[@SendingStache]

such a great watch!

[@heymrguitarman7637]

What a great documentary

[@cjspencer5396]

My family has lived in Ouray for over 100 years. All miners and mining engineers I absolutely love the San Juan's

[@kaiviti81]

The trail community is the best.

[@KidTempered]

I'll like this before I watch it ♥️

[@lordbonville]

This is a lovely and inspiring film

[@alex.3013]

Absolutely perfect, thanks you !

[@SalomonTV]

Glad you like it! 🙌

[@nathanwillms7806]

Love these too

[@MrKynetic]

Thanks for this awesome vid about two really inspiring athletes. Amazing. Favorite part : 38:42 love the enthusiasm of these kids

[@Alex_Ultra_Trail]

It’s his children so of course haha

[@SalomonTV]

Haha, 100%

[@Klaus_678]

Great Video

[@dennte9637]

29:18 the respect between the athletes is beautiful

[@abbyjbennett]

YES! SO excited about this.

[@antonioct9929]

You guys are AWESOME!!

[@SalomonTV]

Couldn't agree more!

[@grindpalm]

So where are the long shorts in the salomon brand? The 9 inches was discontinued, and now only one type of 7 inch shorts... lead as you preach!

[@JTobiason]

Yes! So good! Love it!

[@joakimpettersson7646]

I love this!

[@TirnanHealy]

A wonderful film, thank you

[@SalomonTV]

Glad you enjoyed it 👊🏻

[@RRags]

That was awesome!

[@MissNikkor]

Très belle vidéo. Beaucoup aimé. Courtney est tellement inspirante! J'adore sa façon bien à elle de se démarquer des autres. J'aimerais bien trouver des shorts de la même longueur qu'elle porte. Malheureusement introuvable! Dommage :(

[@JayJay-wg5ex]

Loved it thanks

[@abeott5866]

I wish there were captions for the Spanish sections?

[@SmallDutchOasis]

French :')

[@ThomasLaang]

Wow, those 51 minutes just blew by!

[@SalomonTV]

Glad you enjoyed it, Thomas!

[@Sky-yb3tq]

Love love and love ❤❤❤

[@redh7665]

Who wanna see a Killian vs François Battle at UTMB 2022?

[@nathanmayfield3624]

I need these long shorts lol

[@SalomonTV]

shortneys 😅

[@patkelly1323]

Are the Salomon jumpers Duawalters wearing on the finish line for sale or only for athletes?

[@dasdWARf]

What's the song from 25:00-27:00 ish when they're getting into Telluride? I feel I want to add it to my motivation playlist now :D

[@michaelfitzgerald434]

This is just nuts!

[@shorerocks]

Good Lord, this was so great.