Meet the Legend

Dubbed the Leonardo Da Vinci of Pain, Lazarus Lake – the iconic race director of the Barkley Marathons and Big's Backyard Ultra – is making a rare appearance in Nashville to help promote "The Endurance Artist", a new book by Jared Beasley who's spent the last five years embedded in run culture to provide an all-access pass to the world's most grueling races and the mastermind behind them.
Don't miss your opportunity to meet Laz!
Hear incredible stories from the book and take home a signed copy
About "The Endurance Artist"
Jared Beasley has spent five years embedded in ultrarunning culture, providing an unprecedented all-access pass to the world's most grueling races and the brilliant mind behind them. This book offers intimate insights into the philosophy, psychology, and sheer creativity of one of ultrarunning's most enigmatic figures.
"100% of the proceeds from ticket sales will go back to supporting Laz's preferred charity. Books will be available for purchase at the event."