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Andrew Skurka

(1981) Ultramarathon Runner

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Andrew Skurka is an ultramarathon runner.

Quick Facts About Andrew Skurka

Born: January 1, 1981
Profession: Ultramarathon Runner

About Andrew Skurka

[Wikidata] American hiker... | [Wikipedia] Andrew Skurka is an American professional backpacker who is best known for his two long-distance hiking firsts—the 6,875-mile Great Western Loop and the 7,778-mile Sea-to-Sea Route. He was named the 2007 "Adventurer of the Year" by National Geographic Adventure and the 2005 "Person of the Year" by B

Quotes by Andrew Skurka

My first trip was the Appalachian Trail, and I was able to finish it despite having no skills and no experience when…

Able

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Mobile communications have two functions: as a safety net, and as a marketing tool. I think it'd be foolish to not carry…

Activity

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My pride and identity is wrapped up in my big trips. But I can't always be on one - I need to…

Bigs

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I think planning to be a "professional adventurer" is about as realistic as planning to be a basketball player, so I don't…

Adventure

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I'm focused on doing what makes me happiest and on how I can make real improvements and contributions to my immediate niche,…

Community

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The smaller trips are useful in between the big trips: they help me gain new skills and experiences, they solve a perpetual…

Ambitious

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I would describe myself as a "budding adventurer." I've transitioned away from being a straight-up backpacker, but I think I need another…

Adventure

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Buy your freedom. Work really hard when you're young, save every penny, make a lot of money, and retire at 40, or…

Freedom

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