"The idea of racing a really long way is not new; the concept of pedestrianism - running nonstop for one, three, and six days - dates back to the 1800s, though these events focused on running for a specific length of time rather than distance."
"There is clearly a demand for this event style, and it is gaining a passionate following. It takes so much effort to put on an event of this scale that the community energy around it is often as oversized as the race distance."
"The Tahoe 200 Mile, held in California and Nevada, began in 2014. It was joined by Washington state's Bigfoot 200 Mile in 2015 and Utah's Moab 240 Mile in 2017 to create what's called the triple crown of 200-mile races."
The 200-mile race phenomenon has become a global trend, with events occurring almost monthly. Historical roots trace back to pedestrianism in the 1800s. Notable early races include the McNaughton Trail Runs, Tor des Géants, and the Spine Race. The Tahoe 200 Mile and Bigfoot 200 Mile were established in 2014 and 2015, respectively, leading to the creation of a triple crown of 200-mile races. Recent events like the Cocodona 250 Mile and Arizona Monster 300 Mile reflect the growing demand and community enthusiasm for these challenging races.
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