"Both sponsored runners who live together in the Dolomites of Italy, the pair shares insights into what it is like to crew and support each other, first as Valmassoi tackles the Lavaredo Ultra Trail, her hometown race, as Jones crews, and then as Jones runs the Val d'Aran 100k in the Pyrenees, as Valmassoi crews. As the two race and crew, the film walks us through eight "golden rules" of crewing, including those that anyone who has crewed can well relate to, like "survive the wait." The cinematography keeps it personal and real while capturing the often hectic nature of crewing at big races."
"Jones, originally from the U.S., is no stranger to ultrarunning and broke onto the scene at the very young age of 17. Throughout the film, he offers words of wisdom on how to manage your mood when things go sideways in a race - both as a racer and crew member. He's more than happy to talk about how running mirrors life. Meanwhile, Valmassoi, originally from Pieve di Cadore, Italy, and an accomplished runner and ski mountaineer, gets playfully exasperated when he's not listening to her."
A film follows professional runners Martina Valmassoi and Dakota Jones as they alternate between racing and crewing, racing the Lavaredo Ultra Trail and the Val d'Aran 100k. The pair lives together in the Dolomites and shares practical insights on supporting a racer, including eight defined "golden rules" of crewing such as learning to survive long waits. Cinematography captures both intimate moments and the hectic logistics of big races. Jones offers guidance on managing mood when races go awry and reflects on how running mirrors life. Valmassoi brings experience in trail running and ski mountaineering and a playful rapport with Jones.
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