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As avid runners, cyclists and all-around adventurers, we have always
sought out great events that combine the best of what we like to do.
In our years of exploring new trails and creating our own adventures, we
decided to share our experiences by creating Gemini Adventure Events.
Our goal is to hold races that most competitors wouldn't be able to do on their own -- either because doing the event requires support or because the course is longer or more challenging than most participants would consider doing alone. Our races draw those looking for a unique challenge. There's nothing better than competition to bring out the best in everyone. We search for courses that are on trails in beautiful, remote areas and design events that are challenging for everyone to finish yet create great competition for the front of the pack. We're here to challenge you. We're here to create a memorable event for you and your family. We're here for you. Send us your ideas, thoughts and stories. Sincerely, Reid and Michele Delman Meet our staff:
Reid Delman Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio Reid moved to Boulder, CO in 1994. He is the owner of Gemini Events and lives in Boulder, CO with his wife, Michele, and two daughters When he and Michele learned they would be having twins, they decided it was a perfect time to leave his job as high school teacher and wrestling
coach to be at home with the babies and start the business they'd always wanted.
The result is Gemini Events, incidentally named after their twin daughters, which strives to offer challenging races
in beautiful places with the best runner support around. Reid has done plenty of challenging events himself.
He wrestled for Ohio State and recently competed in Mixed Martial Arts cagefighting. He has completed two 100 mile running races including Leadville 100, lots of 50s and loves to make his own adventures - which is how he finds many of the race courses currently offered.
He has also competed in adventure races, including the Eco Challenge, mountain bike races, and Ironman distance triathlons.
Josh Weissman
A native of New York, Josh Weissman had a celebrated career as a wrestler in high school and college. Sadly, his career was cut short by a tragic lack of training and the onset of old age. Josh began his entry into the world of ultra-running when his good friend and wrestling partner, Reid Delman, said something like: “A hundred miles? Nah . . . I don’t think you could do it.” Now a three-time finisher of the Leadville Trail 100 (including one “Double Leadville”), and numerous ultra-distance running and biking events, Josh brings experience as well as charm to the Gemini Adventures team. A previous career in the U.S. Merchant Marine Service has enabled Josh to travel the world, see amazing sights, and meet lovely, interesting people - such as his wife, Karen. A wandering vocation has carried them from Alaska, Eastern Canada, & the South Pacific, to a more settled life with two cats and a cozy home in sun-drenched Colorado. Josh currently enjoys teaching Technology Education at Poudre High School in Fort Collins, where he also helps coach the wrestling team
Karen Balog
Karen Balog grew up in the Midwest. Early on she developed a love of running – winning playground footraces, even against the boys. Her dream of being a track star was thwarted by her high school’s lack of a viable girls’ athletic program. Injured knees, college, and an unfolding career led to many years spent working in, on and under the water. Trained as a marine biologist and finding employment in the shipping industry, Karen pursued work and play around the world - including many years spent in remote Alaska. Her career at sea allowed her to meet her wonderful husband, Josh Weissman. Karen was intrigued by the sport of ultra-running after reluctantly (at first) supporting her husband with his bizarre endeavors. Inspired by the many people she has come to know through the sport, Karen gradually took up endurance trail-running and has stretched her mileage up to and beyond the 50-miler. Karen has worked with Gemini Adventures since their very first race; helping out with Aid-Station support, Start/Finish work, and offering Massage Therapy at many events. She has owned a private practice since 2000, specializing in Sports and Orthopedic Massage, and has many endurance athletes as regular clients. She lives in Fort Collins with her husband Josh and their two cats (who also love to run, but only short distances).
Glen Delman
Glen has lived, worked and played in Boulder, CO since 1989. He currently owns
and operates two small businesses: a residential window washing business and a
photography company.
He is a long time member of Rocky Mountain Rescue and certified as an EMT and
Wilderness First Responder. He serves as the medical director at the Gemini
Events races in addition to helping out in a variety of other capacities.
Having traveled to over 65 countries and all 7 continents, he's very well traveled
and as a result has thousands of photographs from virtually every corner of the world.
He is also an experienced runner and adventurer. He has ridden his bike from Ohio to Alaska (and back), completed two 100 mile running races
(including Leadville) and the Leadville 100 mile mountain bike race among others.
Alec Muthig
After
running Cross Country and 10-15k road races in upstate New York, Alec took
a few years off. In 1999, he became acquainted with the trails outside of
Laramie, WY and started spending more and
more time in the mountains. His major ultra accomplishments include
respectable finishes at the Leadville Trail 100 and the inaugural Desert
R.A.T.S. stage race.
Mark Wolff
Mark Wolff is an outdoor enthusiast with more than twenty-five years of active participation in several sports. Past pursuits include working as a rock climbing instructor for the City of Boulder and a brief stint with the National Ski Patrol. In addition to surfing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and climbing throughout the western United States, Alaska, South America, Africa, and Europe, Mark is also the author of Arkansas Valley Mountain Biking. He lives in Buena Vista and Lyons, CO.
Rob Knight
Age (almost 40)
Started doing triathlons in 1987
Mark Sunderland
Mark has
been an
athlete his entire life. Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago , his youth
was spent playing team
sports – primarily football, basketball, and baseball
- an · Seven-time Ironman finisher (Great Floridian (x2), Hawaii , IMFL, IMCA, 5430 Tri, IMNZ) · Three 50km trail races, two 50+ mile trail races, numerous road and trail marathons · Over 75+ triathlons of various distances – sprint, Olympic, and half-Ironman He balances all of his athletic endeavors with his family – his wife Pam is also a triathlete, but mostly concentrates on running marathons, and their two boys – Tyler and Ryan, and their dog Bailey. During the day he is an Accountant, focusing on small business accounting/tax and individual tax preparation.
John Oliva
Director and founder of Explore Adventure Sports, John started organizing and leading trekking and cycling tours throughout the world 15 years ago. His passion for experiencing Nepal to the fullest extent is what he tries to bring to all who visit this amazing country with him. John grew up in Colorado and started to hike and bike at high altitudes at a very early age. He climbed his first 13,000 ft. mountain at the age of 8, which is also when he started to get involved with bike tours lead by his father. John has traveled extensively throughout the world since he was nine years old and strives to learn about and interact with foreign cultures. Nepal has been in John’s heart since his first trek there in 1995 and has remained dear to him during the 20 treks he has led there over the years. During these years he has learned Nepali, which helps to bridge the gap between the westerners and the local Nepalese. John also currently, directs and coordinates many of Colorado’s premier running races, triathlons and other events. John is an active athlete who has competed in several sports such as speed in-line skating, speed skiing, cycling races, and running races.
Dusty Hardman Dusty Hardman lives in Victor , ID with her husband Paul, son Zane and dog Dolly. She enjoys the Teton scenery on foot, mountain bike and road bike. She began running a few years ago and discovered that she’s got more enthusiasm than talent but persists with running regardless. She’s completed a few marathons, 50 miler, an Ironman distance triathlon. Her biggest passion is mountain biking and she’s ridden the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, the Kokopelli, the White Rim and across much of Colorado on a mountain bike. One day she hopes to do La Ruta De Los Conquistadores, if she can get her husband to agree.
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