Marineris Takes First Olympus Run
Place | Name | Colony |
---|---|---|
1st | Adeva Faeren | Marineris |
2nd | Velden Petroviy | KHX |
3rd | Anaias Jorgund | Wendland |
28 participants competed for the Olympian's Crest on Cancer 12, m2078, in a marathon from San Olympus to the peak of Olympus Mons.
Olympus Run – The 180 km race is a far cry from the 1200 km Pathfinder Marathon, but contenders are still thoroughly trained and vetted before being allowed to compete. Like Pathfinder, participants are required to undergo a week-long training bootcamp that includes several orientation runs to prepare them for the harsh conditions.
Although the slope of Olympus Mons is not quite as sheer as the cliffs of the Valles Marineris, the incredible height of the peak means even thinner atmosphere and increased radiation on the exposed mountainside — all part of the thrill for some.