Tom Kaufman

Hometown: Madison, WI

Year started running: 1968 - yup I'm pretty old

Year started at M.S.: between 1976 and 1978 (I don't actually remember)

Current training shoe: Nike Zoom Elite (whatever number is the current model)

Current racing shoe: Depends on the race Favorite run: Over the Golden Gate Bridge near San Francisco is pretty cool. Locally - around Lake Monona Favorite race: River to River Relay in southern Illinois. The 80 miles are challenging and hilly. The relay makes you part of a team a where you contribute to the success of the whole.

Other: Still coaching Boys Cross Country and Track at Madison West. I started coaching there in 1976. I love getting to try to help new runners find the joy in the sport.