Jack Breezley

Bio:

Jack Breezley is a multi-sport athlete based in Gunnison, Colorado. He grew up in Colorado's Front Range and Durango. Jack earned his undergraduate degree from Western Colorado University (WCU) in Gunnison and is now pursuing an MBA with an emphasis on the Outdoor Industry at WCU. He races for his university's Trail Running and Skimo teams. These pursuits have led him to international Skimo podiums, attendance at the 2023 ISMF World Championships, and other competitive results ranging from Austria to Canada.

Outside of his collegiate seasons, Jack is passionate about ultra-length events. He is currently proficient in the 100K trail distance and is preparing for the 100-mile distance. Above all else, Jack loves moving fast in the alpine, blending skills from running, climbing, and mountaineering to complete impressively remote objectives. Jack is also supported by Tailwind Nutrition and the Mountain Sports program at WCU.

You can follow Jack on Instagram at @jack.breezley or on Substack at @jackbreezley.

Nicknames:

Breeze, Steezley

Stomping grounds:

Pump House, Berthoud Pass

Favorite Hagan Ski:

Ultra 65

Favorite Touring Spot:

Silverton, CO

Favorite Treat:

High Carb by Tailwind Nutrition and sour gummy bears

Little Known Fact:

Jack is the youngest Aid Station Captain in the history of the Hardrock 100. He started volunteering in 2021, became a Co-Captain of the Telluride Aid Station in 2023 at age 20, and led the station through another succesful year at the 2024 race. Jack plans to continue leading Telluride Aid for years to come.