February 18th 2012

Presidents Day Weekend 

Each event hosted by GrassRoots Events is inspired and influenced by an experience(s)  in my life.  The Red Hot is no different.  A few winters back, I was running Steel Bender with Ian Torrence, an accomplished ultra runner and great friend.  Throughout the run I found myself captivated by snow-covered sandstone spires.  It was a sunny winter day and with the sun’s rays striking the snow-covered spires I immediately thought of hot embers glowing.  This wintery run eventually became the inspiration for the Red Hot.  I immediately envisioned a steady stream of runners experiencing the awe-inspiring views Ian and I had just exprienced.  When designing the Red Hot, I wanted to ensure the event would be one that pulled runners back year after year.  I also wanted the race to be fun, one in which runners brought friends and family with them.  With 2012 being the 5th annual Red Hot, I think it’s safe to say the race has exceeded all of my expectations and I hope it has the same effect for you, the runner.

Anita Ortiz Overall Female Winner 2011

Anita Ortiz Female / Overall Winner of 2011