Virgil Crest Obituary

Virgil Crest Ultras

September 20, 2008 - September 20, 2015

The Virgil Crest Ultras (née Iroquois Trail 100) of Virgil, NY, passed away last week at age seven following a year-long battle with local land owners. On September 20, after several hours of heavy overnight rain, Virgil's final running came to an end peacefully in the afternoon sunlight. It left behind several young children, including Cayuga Trails, age three, and infant twins Breakneck Point and Whiteface, plus a close older cousin, the Forest Frolic. Virgil Crest was predeceased by Virgil Mountain Madness in 2009.

Born in September 2008, the race was one of only a handful of 100-milers at the time, and quickly rose to prominence. The Iroquois Trail Ultras saw some high level of competition in it's 50- and 100-mile distances, and changed its name to the Virgil Crest Ultras in 2010. Known for its punishing ascents and descents on the Greek Peak ski slopes, Virgil Crest gained a level of notoriety as one of the most difficult east coast ultras.

The family would like to thank the runners and selfless volunteers who made the race possible over the years. Calling hours will be held year-round, 24/7, as the forest trails are never closed. In lieu of flowers, please remember to power hike hard up the slopes and avoid leaving trash on the trails.

Published on September 28, 2015