05/19/2026
✨ COMMUNITY > MILES ✨
Some people run races. Some people MAKE races possible.
For years, Brad De Luchi and the legendary Horseshoe Bar crew have brought energy, laughter, costumes, chaos, encouragement, and unforgettable memories to NorCalUltras events like American River and Rio Del Lago. From disco themes and mascot onesies to goats wandering into aid stations and runners crushing quesadillas mid-breakdown 😂 — Horseshoe Bar has become one of the most iconic aid stations around.
But underneath all the fun is something bigger:
community.
People showing up for each other.
Volunteers giving their time, heart, and energy to help runners keep moving forward.
Trail running is so much more than splits and finish lines. It’s about connection, shared suffering, ridiculous moments, and the people who make the experience unforgettable.
Huge thank you to Brad and the entire Horseshoe Bar crew for everything you do for this community. ❤️