Buzz Burrell
American ultra runner
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Buzz Burrell (born October 31, 1951) is an American ultrarunner, outdoor athlete, and businessman.[1] Burrell began trail running and ultramarathons during the infancy of the sport in America during the late 1960s and early '70s at events such as the Pikes Peak Marathon.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Born | October 31, 1951 Michigan |
| Sport | |
| Country |  United States |
| Sport | Ultramarathon |
| Coached by | Self |
Burrell first gained notoriety for his variety of outdoor accomplishments, especially ultra-endurance events and backcountry travel, which eventually led to his invention of Fastest Known Time concept and associated website with Peter Bakwin.[2] He personally set a wide array of fastest times and first attempts at routes such as the Colorado Trail and John Muir Trail.[2][3][4] In addition to trail running as a USATF Masters Trail Champion,[1] he has set speed records in other outdoor sports such as climbing routes in the Flatirons.[5]
Professionally, Burrell has managed the La Sportiva mountain running team, owned an organic farm, and was a brand director for outdoor clothing and equipment retailer Ultimate Direction.[6][7][8] Burrell is the host of The Buzz podcast sponsored by UltraSignup.[9]
Burrell was inducted into the inaugural TrailCon Hall of Fame in June, 2025.
