Tim Steffens

Tim and Sydney after the 06 Ascent.

“PAIN IS AN ILLUSION”

City: Colorado Springs State: CO

Favorite Shoe: Asics Size: 10

Age: 50.3 years old

Marital Status: Single

Family members:
Beautiful 12 year old daughter, Sydney.

What I do for work:
Communications. I work for Level (3) Communications as a technician installing voice and data circuits from the T1 level to OC192. I also own my own communications company, Steffens Communications, where I take care of local business' voice and data needs.

Places I’ve called home and why I like where I am now:
I grew up in Alamosa, CO but I made my way to C.S. in the mid 80s and finishing up high school. Colorado Springs has been home for many years and I don't see myself leaving anytime soon.

When I started running and what got me started:
I started running in 2002 to loose weight and I have not stopped since!

What does running mean to me:
I live, breath, eat, and sleep to run.

Running accomplishments: View my Pikes Peak Ascent/Marathon results
04, 05 and 06 Ascent! Catalina Marathon!

What I like about trail/mountain running:
I love the scenery and the opportunity to get out of the "rat race" of the city. Elevated consciousness.

Favorite running trail and why:
Elk Park

Favorite trail/mountain race and why:
As of now....Pikes Peak.
Catalina Marathon.

Best running experience:
Anytime I get off of the beaten path and explore or experience something new.

Worst running experience:
After doing the incline with my dog he stopped on the way down and I had to carry him down Barr trail on my shoulders. He doesn't go on runs on hills or over 2 miles anymore!!

Neatest thing found on a run:
A perfect smokey quartz crystal.

Running related bathroom stop story:
I have alot of unmatched socks!! ewww!

Running pet peeves:
Just be nice!

Something non running related that no one would guess about me:
I used to play in several rock bands and I have been involved in several recordings and tours.

Other hobbies and interests:
My kid is awesome!! She means the world to me.

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