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    Bluebird Skies and Fast Times: Cirque Series Returns to Cannon Mountain

    June 15, 2026

    At a Glance: The 2026 Cirque Series season officially kicked off at Cannon Mountain under sunny New Hampshire skies. Elite athletes delivered impressive performances, local runners showed up strong once again, and the race for this year’s championship belts is officially underway.

     

    A PERFECT DAY TO START THE SEASON

     

    The 2026 Cirque Series season is underway.

     

    Athletes from across North America gathered at Cannon Mountain on Saturday, June 13, for the second-ever Cirque Series race in New Hampshire. With bluebird skies, warm temperatures, and incredible mountain views, the White Mountains delivered a spectacular backdrop for opening day.

     

    From the first racers charging uphill to the final finishers crossing the line, the energy was unmistakable: mountain running season has officially arrived.

     

    One interesting takeaway from race day: despite sunny skies and seemingly ideal conditions, many athletes reported that this year's race felt more challenging than last year's rain-soaked inaugural event. Warmer temperatures appeared to take their toll, and remarkably, several of the fastest times from 2025's muddy course still held up against this year's results.

     

     

    FAST MEN, FASTER MOUNTAINS

     

    The men’s Pro field wasted no time making a statement.

     

    Quebec’s Remi Leroux claimed the opening victory of the 2026 season, navigating the challenging Cannon course in an impressive .

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    Park City’s Griffin Briley crossed the line second in 1:01:02, while Cirque Series Race Director Steve White of South Jordan, Utah rounded out the podium in 1:02:11.

     

     

    WEBSTER TAKES THE FIRST WIN

     

    The women’s Pro race was equally exciting.

     

    Lindsay Webster of Sutton, Quebec opened her season with a commanding victory, reaching the finish in 1:10:20.

     

    Caitlin Patterson of Portland, Maine secured second place in 1:13:45, while Nature’s Sunshine Mountain Team athlete Jamie Brusa of Belgrade, Montana earned a hard-fought third-place finish in 1:15:37.

     

     

    Congratulations to Jamie on an outstanding start to the season and an early podium finish for the Nature’s Sunshine Mountain Team!

     

    CANNON’S COMMUNITY SHOWS UP AGAIN

     

    Last year’s inaugural Cirque Series event at Cannon Mountain introduced the White Mountains to the series. This year’s turnout confirmed that Cannon belongs on the calendar.

     

    Local runners showed up in force, bringing enthusiasm, grit, and hometown pride to every division. Only two years into its Cirque Series history, Cannon is already developing a reputation as one of the most energetic and welcoming stops of the season.

     

    POWERING THE ADVENTURE

     

    As the Official Title Sponsor of the Cirque Series, Nature’s Sunshine was thrilled to be back on the mountain supporting racers and spectators alike.

     

    Every athlete received samples of Power Beets and Power Greens, helping fuel their adventures before, during, and after race day.

     

    Our team loved connecting with runners, hearing stories from the course, and celebrating another incredible start to the mountain racing season.

     

    NEXT STOP: KILLINGTON

     

    If Cannon Mountain was any indication, the 2026 Cirque Series season is going to be unforgettable. Killington in Vermont hosts the series next, with race day happening June 27. Join the fun!

     

    The first points have been earned. The first podiums have been claimed. The championship chase has begun. We’ll see you on the next starting line.

     

     

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