Crewing your first ultra marathon is a completely different experience than cheering at a road race. From navigating aid stations and race-day logistics to long waits, changing plans, and unexpected moments, this guide shares the lessons I wish I knew before crewing my first ultra to help spouses, partners, friends, and crew members feel more prepared and confident on race day.

Crewing the Leadville Trail 100 is more than just handing off bottles and cheering at the finish. From altitude and small-town logistics to long waits, tight cutoffs, and aid station moments, this guide shares real-life insight from the crew side to help partners, spouses, friends, pacers, and support teams feel more prepared, confident, and supported on race day.