Club Mas Loco
What is Club Mas Loco?
Club Mas Loco was founded by Micah True (Caballo Blanco) for those who participate in the Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco (previously the Copper Canyon Ultra Marathon)
Runners of the Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco are called Mas Locos (Very Crazy). In the eyes of Caballo Blanco, all Mas Locos have in common the values of sharing, respect, compassion and peace. They share a culture of running with the Raramuri (Tarahumara) and offer Korima to the Peoples of the Canyons.
Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco 2024 (en Español)
Join us for the 21st Annual Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco: Run Free, Embrace Korima, and Support the Raramuri Communities!
Welcome to the official announcement of the 2024 Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco! In its 21st year, this iconic event continues to bring together runners from all over the world for a remarkable journey through the stunning Sierra Tarahumara. More than just a race, the Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco embodies the spirit of Korima – the Raramuri concept of sharing without expectation – and serves as a platform to support the Raramuri communities and these amazing runners who have been an integral part of this extraordinary event from the very beginning.
The Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco was founded with a noble purpose - to provide assistance and recognition to the Raramuri communities and runners of the Sierra Tarahumara. Inspired by the Raramuri's extraordinary running abilities and their harmonious connection with nature, Micah True, known as El Caballo Blanco, envisioned an event that would celebrate their heritage while promoting cultural exchange and understanding. Korima is at the heart of this event, symbolizing the ethos of sharing, supporting, and uplifting others without expecting anything in return.
Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco 2024
Join us for the 21st Annual Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco: Run Free, Embrace Korima, and Support the Raramuri Communities!
Welcome to the official announcement of the 2024 Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco! In its 21st year, this iconic event continues to bring together runners from all over the world for a remarkable journey through the stunning Sierra Tarahumara. More than just a race, the Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco embodies the spirit of Korima – the Raramuri concept of sharing without expectation – and serves as a platform to support the Raramuri communities and these amazing runners who have been an integral part of this extraordinary event from the very beginning.
The Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco was founded with a noble purpose - to provide assistance and recognition to the Raramuri communities and runners of the Sierra Tarahumara. Inspired by the Raramuri's extraordinary running abilities and their harmonious connection with nature, Micah True, known as El Caballo Blanco, envisioned an event that would celebrate their heritage while promoting cultural exchange and understanding. Korima is at the heart of this event, symbolizing the ethos of sharing, supporting, and uplifting others without expecting anything in return.
‘Corre Libre’ Micah True Memorial Run
On the side of Micah's cabin in Batopilas is now written "Caballo Blanco is not dead because he lives in the hearts of Raramuri runners." This weekend Raramuri runners honored Micah with a run on some of his favorite trails in the majestic Sierra Tarahumara. The race ended in the Raramuri village of Sorichiqui with a festival full of music, dancing, lots of food, tesguino and celebration.
True Messages is honored to have supported this event. (more)
Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco 2023
The 2023 Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco results, information, acknowledgments, thanks, Korima, Caballitos. 1200 Runners in the Sierra Tarahumara. International athletes running with Raramuri in peace and joy. Here we Run Free and we were all Born to Run! Read more
2004 Copper Canyons Ultra Marathon (Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco)
Historical posts by Micah True (Caballo Blanco) from the 2004 Copper Canyons Ultra Marathon (now Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco) covering the pre race, race and post race blogs
2005 Copper Canyon Ultra Marathon
A historical Race Report by Micah True (El Caballo Blanco) about the 2005 Copper Canyon Ultra Marathon (now Ultra Caballo Blanco). Arnulfo Quimare takes his first win as he becomes a great Champion Raramuri runner of the Sierra Tarahumara and more seeds for the race was planted.
2003 Copper Canyon to Canyon Trail Marathon
* a historical post by Micah True in the Fall of 2003
The Meeting: Thursday, November 20
On the Wednesday before the Race, the sponsor and race director, Caballo Blanco, did not know what to expect; I had no expectations. I knew that there would be one other Colorado runner coming, Mega Mel Downs, from Woodland Park.
I walked over La Sierra Madre from start to finish to meet the runner, Mega Mel. This hike took 10 hours. The race meeting was to be held at a noon lunch at the ¨Plaza restaurant… MORE
2004 Copper Canyon to Canyon Run
Sunday, March 21; 2004
The third running of the bi-annual Copper Canyon to Canyon Trail Marathon+, took place this hot first day of spring. This run was from the deep canyon town of Urique, to the other deep canyon town of Batopilas. The distance is 27-29 miles of rock, steep climb and descent, some dirt road along two rivers, crossing of pine forests on soft single track trail at 6,000 feet, about 13,000 feet of accumulated up and down, more rocks, and plenty of other pluses. This season´s run was plus 100 degree heat!
7 Raramuri {Tarahumara runners}, displayed incredible performances of what can only be described as world class athleticism to arrive at the finish in 5 hours and some change. One could not imagine the significance of this achievement without having been here and having hiked these trails.
Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco 2022
Micah said the (Copper Canyon Ultramarathon) Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco was a race created and sponsored by Korima. This is as true today as it nearly 20 years ago when he first had the idea of a run that would support the Raramuri (Tarahumara) community and introduce so many to these special lands and this wonderful community and it’s running culture. MORE…
Ramirez Family to participate in the Born to Run Ultras 2022
The Ramirez family is a treasure of the Sierra Tarahumara. A living representation of all that is special about the Raramuri people and their running culture. Every member of the family possesses extraordinary endurance running talent, but with humility it is not personal accolades they seek, their focus is to honor the role running has in the Raramuri community and share those traditions with everyone. They desire to pass along the meanings, expressions and importance running has for the Raramuri and its connection with the Earth and one another.
Copper Canyons Endurance Runs
With support from the CCER team and all the International Athletes that made their way down to experience the magic of the Sierra Tarahumara we were able to provide entries. some transportation, dispensias and prize monies for the Marathon and Half Marathon events. Local Covid related restrictions limited Raramuri athlete participation and caused the postponement of the 100 mile, but all turned out great and it was an great event for everyone involved. As always we are honored to do whatever we can to help participate in keeping the great running traditions of the Sierra Tarahumara alive and growing.
Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco 2022
Registration for international Athletes to the 2022 Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco is now open. After last year’s cancellation due to concerns surrounding the Covid Pandemic, we are all super excited to be able to get back to experience the magic of the Sierra Tarahumara.
Corre Libre Run
CORRE LIBRE RUN
“TOGETHER WE RUN FREE”
A run with, and in support of the Raramuri peoples of the Sierra Tarahumara.
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These are greatly challenging times for all of us. For some of our friends however, the effects of the Corona Virus has added to an already difficult stretch. Sadly, this has been the case for the Raramuri people and those who call the Copper Canyons home. The most recent impact has been the postponement of the Ultra Marathon Caballo Blanco and Los Caballitos Runs (kids races). Micah True created the (then called Copper Canyon Ultra Marathon and later changed to honor his passing) Ultra Caballo Blanco to help introduce the beauty of the Raramuri people, their culture and their lands to endurance athletes around the world
Big Dog's Backyard Ultra World Championship Mexico
Big Dog’s Backyard Ultra World Championship 2020 will perhaps represent the greatest ‘last person standing’ competition the world has ever seen. Twenty-two plus nation countries each bringing 15 of their best endurance athletes together for one worldwide competition. Every runner will start – only one will finish. “The World Champion will truly be the last person standing on Earth” (Laz)!
The Mexico event for the Big Dog’s Backyard World Championship is an invitation only event. Only the best endurance runners throughout the country will be considered for entry (*those interested should apply directly to the event management team). The event has already secured some of the most legendary endurance athletes in all of Mexico. Please follow along for updates as we release individual runner information.
What is Korima?
Korima is one of the cornerstone principles of Tarahumara / Raramuri society. Messengers, Mas Locos, runners and travelers to the Sierra Madre are all served an unforgettable lesson in Humanity when they first come in contact with this beautiful, simple concept: What I have, you have too.
Literally translated, Korima means “circle of sharing”. It’s a basic principle that states it is the community, not the individual, which is the end owner of pretty much everything. Thus, wealth and resources are more evenly distributed among the community, with a special emphasis on the elders and those in less favorable conditions. It is not rare to see a Raramuri worker come back to his family with his earnings and stop by neighboring houses to share some of his salary. Same goes for food and everyday items, and the concept also extends to help with physical work or whatever else might be needed at the time.
Beyond sharing, the principle of Korima also entails the absence of an expectation of return. Sharing is selfless, and thanks or acknowledgements are not be expected. True Korima is, therefore, an act of humility.
Communities who follow the simple rule of Korima put more emphasis on relationships and global well-being. We think it’s a beautiful thing and it’s one of the greatest “True Messages” ever.
Run Free: The True Story of Caballo Blanco
Those who knew Micah, knew he wasn’t necessarily a fan of interviews, social media and anything related to self promotion. Quite the opposite. However he realized he had a platform that could use to introduce the world to the beauty of the peoples and lands of the Sierra Tarahumara. With that he did on occasion participate in group setting where he would share some stories and wisdoms from his time in the Barrancas. However for the most part he remained reluctant and humble when it came to sharing about himself. With his passing being prior to the huge growth of social media and YouTube and all the other platforms of digital engagement we have nowadays, there simply isn’t a whole lot of ‘Micah as Micah True (or Caballo Blanco)’ available for those just coming to know his story. There is however, one huge exception - the documentary Run Free: The True Story of Caballo Blanco.
It’s a blessing that Run Free even came about. First the documentary includes Micah conversations and footage that only happened because it was Micah’s friend Sterling Noren behind the camera and the conversations. Authenticity was a true mantra for Micah, and he knew he could trust Sterling to not produce anything but the truth. Second, the sad fact is when these conversations and video imagery of Micah was being captured, little did Sterling, Maria or anyone know that they would become an essential part of the story that documented his life and his death.
If you have not yet experienced Run Free, please do - and join us, we are the messengers.
Born to Run Free: True Trails from the Horse’s Mouth
In his own words Micah shares a little about some wanderings and stories of old. Would have been great to read the story of the Gypsy Cowboy!
A tribute to Running Women
The runningverse is filled with amazing stories of people discovering a whole new world of health, elation and adventure. It brims with joy, excitement and positivism. But it also brings about a great, wonderful paradigm which we think the world needs. True equality.