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Handies Peak

American  
[han-deez] / ˈhæn diz /

noun

  1. a peak in SW Colorado, in the San Juan Mountains. 14,048 feet (4,285 meters).

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Canadian runner Adam Campbell was indirectly hit by lightning near the top of Handies Peak in 2014 and still finished third in the race.

From Washington Times

During last year’s race, Canadian runner Adam Campbell said he was struck by lightning as he ran across Handies Peak.

From Washington Times

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