UAA’s assistant athletics director ended up hopping on his bike and leading marathon runners around a black bear sow.
"Anchorage Mayor's Marathon"
‘I’m choosing to be visible’: Anchorage trans athlete runs marathon in heels to raise awareness
This year’s Anchorage Mayor’s Marathon had its share of oddities, including a black bear that blocked the trail and held up racers. An even more extraordinary sight was a runner racing in a pair of 3-inch heels.