rabbit ELITE TRAIL 2025
rabbit Elite Trail 2025
Meet rabbit's 25 trail runners taking on the wild, pushing past limits, and embracing the adventure. Join us in cheering on their strength, determination, and passion for the trails. Follow their journeys and let their stories inspire your own. Read their bios below.
ADAM KIMBLE
Hometown: Truckee, CA
Instagram: @adamkimble818
Adam is a professional ultra-trail runner, running coach, race director, and motivational speaker. When he’s not running 100-mile races, he enjoys long endurance adventures, including running across the US (2016), setting the self-supported Fastest Known Time (FKT) running across Great Britain (2017), and setting the overall FKT for circumnavigating Lake Tahoe on the Tahoe Rim Trail (2020). He’s also a two-time television show winner: The Price is Right (2008) and The Wheel (2016). Adam lives in the mountains of Northern California with his wife (crew chief) and their two young kids.
KACI LICKTEIG
Hometown: Omaha, Nebraska USA
Instagram: @pixieninja44
Running has been part of Kaci’s life since high school. She fell in love with ultra marathons and trails in 2012 and has won several races. Kaci loves to compete and push limits–case in point: she is a ten-time finisher of the Western States Endurance Run (WSER) and most recently placed 6th in her first-ever Hurt 100 last month, a grueling race in O'ahu, Hawaii. Kaci has been a part of our RADrabbit team for several years and we’re so stoked to have her on this year's elite Trail crew!
ART HURTADO
Hometown:
Brownsville, TX, USA
Instagram: @youngmountain_art
Hailing from the Rio Grande Valley in deep South Texas, Art is a lifelong swimmer and professional ocean rescue lifeguard who discovered a passion for endurance trail running. Dedicated to representing his community, he works to make trail and ultra running more accessible through free community run and swim clubs. Believing that the first steps are often the hardest, he strives to introduce the outdoor world to those who may have never thought it possible—helping them surprise themselves along the way.
MANDIE HOLMES
Hometown: Los Gatos, Ca and Truckee/Tahoe Area, CA
Instagram:
@runningmandie
A dedicated Mountain Ultra Trail runner, Mandie specializes in the 100-mile and 24-hour disciplines. She has completed some of the world's most challenging ultras, including the Ouray 100 and the 246K Spartathlon. As a member of Team USA for the 24 Hour World Championships, she has also earned top finishes at races such as Tunnel Hill 100, Desert Solstice Invitational, San Diego 100, and Javelina Jundred. Splitting her time between Lake Tahoe and Silicon Valley, she works with startups in AI and cybersecurity. On any given weekend, she can be found racing, pacing, or volunteering at events across California, Arizona, and Colorado. Like rabbit, she was born in California.
BASH WALIO
Hometown: Gunnison, Colorado
Instagram: @btrainrunning
Bashash Walio, better known as Bash, lives in Gunnison, Colorado. Bash graduated from college in 2016 with a degree in Sports Science. A talented runner, Bash has been a member of rabbit’s Elite Team program since 2018; he got into trail racing just last year and won the Grand Traverse. He’s looking forward to the racing season ahead and is thrilled to see what he can accomplish next.
ALEX PROCTOR
Hometown: Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Instagram: @proctor2k
Born and raised in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, Alex grew up playing basketball, football, soccer, and baseball. After college, Alex ignited his love for running by going out for 13 miles on a whim at high-noon on a 100 degree day in Kansas City, Missouri. Since then, he’s never looked back. Currently living in Salt Lake City with his wife, Natalie, Alex enjoys the opportunity to train at altitude and with significant elevation gain. He finished 3rd at the Grindstone 100 miler by UTMB last September, securing an auto-entry to UTMB 2025. Outside of running itself, Alex co-hosts the Ultra Ascent podcast where he shares more about the highs and lows of this journey. “I'm super thankful for rabbit's support and pumped to represent rabbit as a member of the rabbitELITEtrail team! Here's to a 2025 full of crazy ideas and going for it! It's taken a village to get here and it will continue to!”
ALLIE CAMINITI
Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia
Instagram:
@tinybutmightyrunner
Allie has been running for as long as she can remember. It was the first thing that made her feel confident in her own body. Her lifelong passions—running, art, and connecting with people—have shaped her journey. She has built a career in art therapy while also coaching runners, allowing her to bring all of these passions together. This year, she is eager to take on big trail distances and push her limits on the trails!
STELLA SPRINGER
Hometown: Woodland Hills, CA
Instagram:
@stella_springer0534
Stella is a mother of two and began running nine years ago when her daughters were three and five. Since then, running has become a central part of her life, teaching her the importance of consistency, discipline, resilience, and—most of all—fun. For the past four years, she has been deeply passionate about ultra running, competing in numerous races ranging from 50K to 100+ miles. Her favorite distances include 100K, 100 miles, and 24-hour events.
Currently, she holds multiple American age group (50-54) records for track 12-hour, 100-mile, 200K, 24-hour, and road 200K events. As a member of the 24-hour Team USA, she competed in the 2023 World Championships in Chinese Taipei, where she was one of the team’s top three scoring members. With big goals set for 2025, she is ready to chase them down!
KEITH LAVERTY
Hometown:
Bainbridge Island, WA
Instagram:
@trail_lightning
Keith is a dad, full-time running coach, and a native of Washington. He currently lives on Bainbridge Island, a scenic 35-minute ferry ride from Seattle, where he enjoys easy access to the trails. A competitive runner since high school, he started with a track and road racing background but has found incredible joy in trail running and its community over the past decade.
Beyond running, he has a deep curiosity about how the world works, particularly neuroscience and the workings of the brain, often diving into these topics through podcasts. A passionate music collector, he loves discovering new artists, frequently tuning in to KEXP or exploring Spotify playlists.
TARA WARREN
Hometown: Ogden,Utah
Instagram:
@runwithtara
Tara is an ultra trail runner based in the beautiful mountain town of Ogden, Utah. She loves the lifestyle and community that trail running has brought into her life. She is happiest exploring the Wasatch trails alongside her big red dog.
Grateful for the support she has received, ”I’m thrilled to work with rabbit who has believed in me for years now. I support this company and everything they do and am so happy to have this opportunity.”
CALUM NEFF
Hometown:
Houston, Texas
Instagram:
@theneffpace
Calum started running at the age of four in the 1988 Cajun Cup 1K and is now a masters runner still chasing personal records across all distances and terrains. He has completed 23 official marathons, with his top three performances (2:19) achieved while serving as an official pacer rabbit. With over 30 ultra marathons under his belt, he has competed in three Comrades Marathons in South Africa and set the Canadian National 50K Road Record with a time of 2:51. When his three daughters were younger, they each earned a Guinness World Record while in a stroller as he ran a 2:31 marathon, a 1:11 half marathon, and an 0:31:41 10K. A full-time athlete, coach (Hardloop Endurance), and race director (Trail Racing Over Texas), he organizes exciting trail running events throughout Texas. Beyond running, he has a passion for aviation and enjoys flying hang gliders and paragliders. He and his wife live in an aviation community and co-host The Neff Pace, a weekly podcast covering their adventurous life.
ZOE ROM
Hometown: Carbondale, CO USA
Instagram: @carrot_flowers_z
Zoë Rom is an elite ultrarunner chasing mountain trails and big dreams from her home base in Carbondale, Colorado. A passionate environmental journalist and podcaster, Zoë dives into the messy, fascinating intersections of sport, food, culture, science, and the environment. She’s the author of "Becoming a Sustainable Runner" and the host of Your Diet Sucks, a podcast that unpacks the good, bad, and downright weird of nutrition and performance. Off the trails, you can find her making people laugh through stand-up and improv comedy in the Roaring Fork Valley. She likes expensive coffee and cheap whiskey.
ANNA CURTIS
Hometown: Milwaukee, WI
Instagram: @anna_bananab
Anna began running ultras after completing a first marathon in 2019, driven by the desire to test personal limits and see if running 100 miles within 24 hours was possible. Since then, ultrarunning has become a significant part of her life, shared with family and friends. While racing is a passion, the true joy comes from the community, lifestyle, and environment that define the sport. This deep appreciation is why volunteering, crewing, pacing, and giving back are the most rewarding aspects of the journey.
VICTOR MARTINEZ
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Instagram: @vic_of_earth
Victor has been running for about eight years and prefers to embrace the journey rather than focus on tracking pace—arriving when he arrives. He enjoys quiet hikes, whether alone or with a few close friends, finding peace in the outdoors. Sharing solo travels is his favorite way to connect with the world, embracing adventure and exploration along the way.
LAUREN JONES
Hometown: Atlanta, GA USA
Instagram: @lauren.runs.for.grilled.cheese
Lauren has been running ultras for about 10 years and loves the sport for the incredible places it has led her to— from East Coast trails to the deserts of the West, the Alps, and even a high school track. With a diverse racing background, Lauren has competed in events such as Cocodona 250, No Business 100, Western States 100, Leadville 100, and most recently, a 24-hour race at Desert Solstice. An adventurer at heart, she has also set an FKT on the Georgia AT and run around Mont-Blanc with friends, always seeking new challenges and experimenting with different race formats. This year, Lauren is thrilled to represent Team USA at the 24-hour World Championships in France. Outside of running, she works as a Pediatric Nurse Anesthetist at a large pediatric hospital in Atlanta—a fast-paced and fulfilling career that keeps her on her toes.
JAKE JACKSON
Hometown:
Loma Linda CA
Instagram:
@ultrajakejackson
Jake Jackson is married with three kids and works for UPS as a truck driver. He got into running about 15 years ago as a way to lose weight, only to discover that he had some natural talent for the sport. After chasing marathon PRs for a few years, he started trail running with friends who were getting into ultra running, and that’s where his true love for the sport took off. Jake has been competing in ultras since 2015, tackling everything from 24-hour races on a track to 250-mile trail races. Running has brought so much to his life, and he’s always looking for new ways to challenge himself and reach new heights.
DEANNA DOANE
Hometown: Jacksonville Beach, Florida, USA
Instagram: @wandering.sunflower
Deanna is a trail and ultra runner from Jacksonville Beach, Florida. She first started running at 14 years old after joining her high school cross country team, where a love for endurance slowly developed. In 2020, she ran her first trail ultramarathon and immediately fell in love with the people, culture, and community of the sport. Deanna enjoys competing in distances ranging from 50K to 100K, as well as embarking on solo FKT trail adventures. A vegan for 11 years, she leads by example, promoting a healthier and more holistic lifestyle. Additionally, Deanna is a USFS certified chainsawyer, volunteering her time to help maintain and recover trails damaged by storms. Her biggest goals are to inspire others to chase their dreams, step out of their comfort zones, challenge themselves, and give back to the community through volunteer trail work whenever possible.
CHRISTOPHER THOMAS
Hometown: Reno, NV, US
Instagram:
@burroslocos
Christopher Thomas is a mountain ultra trail runner who is training in Reno, Nevada. His favorite distance is 100 miles, especially those with tons of elevation. He trains alongside his wife, Michele, and their two pups, Zero and Rocket. As a Grandmasters Elite athlete, Christopher enjoys sharing his experiences and training with others. He encourages anyone to reach out with any questions.
RYAN CLIFFORD
Hometown: Westbury, NY, USA
Instagram: @ryanclifford123
Ryan Clifford currently lives in Long Island, New York, and has been running ultramarathons since graduating from Mansfield University in 2019. He recently opened an escape room bar and lounge called RYCO's Escape in Westbury, New York. Ryan loves traveling to different places to run, particularly enjoying the idea of forming a vacation around trail ultras. One of the most memorable events he completed was a charity run from the Montauk Lighthouse to the Brooklyn Bridge, spanning the entire length of Long Island (131 miles) in just under 22 hours, raising $15,000 for a local nonprofit that helps sick and underprivileged children. 2025 is shaping up to be a big year of racing for Ryan, with the Georgia Death Race 74-miler (March 28) and the Jigger Johnson 100-miler (August 15) as his two main races. He also has a major FKT attempt planned for the spring, aiming to run from Buffalo to Brooklyn (568 miles) in under a week.
LUCIE RATHBON
Hometown:
Grand Junction, CO
Instagram: @lucierathbun
Lucie comes from a rock climbing background and transitioned to trail and ultra running as a way to balance her fitness. She has since become a competitive ultrarunner, winning and podiuming in multiple races from 50K to 100 miles, including 2nd place female at Leadville 100 and 1st place overall at Coldwater Rumble 100K. Lucie also climbs at the 5.14 and V10 level. After a year off to recover from RED-S, a condition caused by underfueling during her younger years, she now prioritizes fueling her body properly. Lucie works in PR and social media for outdoor industry businesses at Backbone Media and lives in Grand Junction, CO, with her husband Ben, dog Belle, and cat Puck.
ALICIA JENKINS-BROWDER
Hometown: Bellingham, WA, USA
Instagram: @leasha24
Alicia Jenkins-Browder is from Bellingham and works as a physical therapist assistant and running coach with Team RunRun. She fell in love with trail running after her first trail race in 2016 at the Deception Pass Trail Half Marathon, where she discovered the aid stations offered Oreos, chips, and Coca-Cola. Alicia enjoys going on big adventures in the mountains and making her friends bushwhack on trails with her. Her biggest accomplishment to date was finishing first place female in the Triple Crown of 200-mile races (Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, and Moab 240). She’s excited for what’s to come in 2025!
HELEN PAYNE
Hometown: Goleta, California, USA
Instagram: @hellandpayne
Helen Payne is passionate about long-distance trail running, having been introduced to the sport in elementary school. She enjoys adventurous runs, sharing her love for the sport with others, and building a supportive trail running community. Based in Santa Barbara, California, Helen spends her days exploring the Los Padres National Forest. Alongside running, she’s a graduate student at UC Santa Barbara, studying plant ecology and evolution. Running allows her to connect with nature and interact with plants daily. Helen is excited to join the rabbit team and share her journey with the community!
TREVOR MEDING
Hometown: Sugar Land, Texas
Instagram: @trevormeding
Trevor is a #UltraRunningDad who aims to inspire his five young daughters through the dedication and endurance of running long distances. He started trail running in his mid-30s and quickly fell in love with both the trails and ultra distances. His favorite distance now is the 100-mile (and beyond). Always seeking new cool mountain races for adventures, he continues to chase buckles while still having a long bucket list of races to tackle. He hopes to see you on the trails!
CHALLIS POPKEY
Hometown: Santa Barbara, California
Instagram: @challypop
Challis, named after the national forest in Idaho, loves running long, slow, easy days in the mountains, with the Sierra Nevadas being her favorite place to run. When she's not running, she works as a psychotherapist, incorporating the healing elements of nature and movement into her practice. Her dog, Shyla, is also an ultramarathoner, with her longest run being 33 miles.
MCKENDREE HICKORY
Hometown: Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Instagram:
@mckendreehickory
McKendree is an ultra runner based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. She's been running since junior high, but it was McKendree's first half marathon in college that ignited her passion for the sport. After their first trail race, she was hooked! Alongside running, McKendree works as an executive coach, helping leaders become more effective in guiding their teams. She finds deep inspiration in ultra races, where she's learned vital lessons in grit, purpose, love, and of course, the importance of snacks.
