160: Ted Corbitt – Part Three (1964-2007)

Ultrarunning History by Davy Crockett

Jul 21, 202428:33Sports & Recreation

By Davy Crockett For most elite ultrarunners, as they reach their mid-40s, their competitive years are mostly behind them. But for Ted Corbitt, his best years were still ahead of him, as he would become a national champi...

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