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EP 204: Eric D'Arcy, Crazy Cat Adventures - Conquering the Ribbon: Ontario's Home-Grown 200-Mile Challenge
Are you ready to test your limits right here in Ontario? Prepare for the ultimate test of endurance! We are joined by Race Director Eric D'Arcy of Crazy Cat Adventures to unveil The Ribbon 200—a grueling new ultra-challenge launching in June 2026. This isn't just a race; it is a wilderness odyssey featuring Ontario's only point-to-point 100-miler and a massive 200-mile out-and-back beast.
Eric breaks down the punishing 24,000 feet of elevation gain and the raw beauty of the Bruce Trail from the Blue Mountains to the Caledon Hills. We dive into the event's unique "White Blaze" rule—requiring…
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