Join us in this thrilling episode of the Gotta Racing Podcast, where we have an insightful discussion with Andrew Fairhurst, the co-director of the renowned Minotaur Sky Race in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta. As Canadas only qualifier for the Skyrunner World Series, this unique event challenges athletes with 2,900 meters of elevation gain over a 33.5K course, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Canadian Rockies. Andrew shares his passion for the sport and explains the challenges of organizing such a demanding race. He talks about the origins of the Minotaur race, its evolution, and its significant place within the international skyrunning community. We delve into the race logistics, safety measures, and the community’s growing enthusiasm for trail running and outdoor adventures. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring skyrunners and those curious about the sport’s growth and its potential inclusion in future Olympic games. Here is Andrew... You can follow Meet The Minotaur on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/meettheminotaur/ Save 5% on Kinesys Sunscreen by using this link https://www.kinesysactive.ca/?ref=gottarun Save 20% on Caffeine Bullet by using coupon code GOTTARUN https://caffeinebullet.com/GOTTARUN Save 10% on Air Relax by using our coupon code GOTTARUN https://www.airrelax.ca/?ref=GOTTARUN If you enjoyed our show please leave a rating and review.  We would really appreciate it. Check out the Gotta Run Racing website here and use promo code GRRPODCAST for discounts - gottarunracing.com Check out our YouTube Channel here - https://youtube.com/@GottaRunRacing Check out GRR Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/gottarunracing/ Check out GRR Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/gottarunracing/ Support us on Patreon here : https://www.patreon.com/gottarunracing