This podcast spotlights Louisiana trail races, trail runners, race directors, and awesome trails in the Bayou State....Louisiana! Louisiana is called a Sportsman’s Paradise and one of those sports is Trail Running. We have awesome places to run in Louisiana and we want to keep you informed on those places, events and people.
Long Time no Hear. Screaming Monkey recap, including "Tap Outs," Ted, and "Trail Karen." It's a fruity beer review that Brad liked (that figures).
Recap of The Old School. The Coca-Cola incident. Discussions on upcoming races- A startling confession by Michael (which reveals what a jerk he is). A beer from NOLA. Also, we talk about TRAILS-including The Durden Hills Nature Trail, commonly referred to as Bodcau.
We have a chat with Luke Pearson from the Red River Waterway Commission. He tells us about the role of the commission and details of what they do. Luke then gives us some great details regarding a new project in North Louisiana- One North Adventure Trails in Blanchard. We drink a beer from Crying Eagle in Lake Charles and regale the listener with news of our recent travels. Brad does a trail profile of Fort Buhlow Recreation Area ( a RRWC Property) in Pineville. Mike gives the listener some tips for night running so our listeners will be prepared for The Louisiana Summer's Night Ultra in Lafayette.
New Shoe Report by Katherine Rowell, Cry Baby Beer, Michael visits the Cabin of Caroline Dorman and Brad has an Uncle Rico moment on his return to High School Track and Field. Michael also claims to have won the Noche Del Taco race....that is false! It was a weeknight St. Paddy's Day run....he's just old and forgetful!
Beer report from Broken Wheel Brewery in Marksville, Louisiana. Michael discusses his trip to Q50 and alot of chit chat.. Also, a trail profile on a little known trail in Natchitoches that's just a hop and skip from I49.
We talk to Nick Cronan and Chris Ange of LaFeet Running regarding the No Mans Land Trail Run coming up this October as well as all things "Trails" at Sam Houston Jones State Park in Lake Charles.
Abita Christmas Ale, Weird Christmas Traditions, Death of the Louisiana 100?, and Michael is having a case of Hyperhidrosis that needs to be cleared up ASAP!!
Post Screaming Monkey 100 discussion, Beer from 7th Tap Brewery in Shreveport, and our Grumpiness emerges.
Interview with the man himself!! We are not worthy!!
We sample a blood orange wheat from Fighting Hand Brewing in Pineville. We announce a new addition to the Louisiana Trail Running Fall Lineup.. the Armadillo Dash. Michael slaughters the name of a classic Louisiana landmark. We discuss Brad's dislike for the buckle phenomenon and brainstorm ideas to replace buckles....we don't come up with anything. We do a trail report on Lakeshore trail in Shreveport and discuss a new trail on the horizon. All that and the first true cuss word in LTR history. All on this...exciting, non-award winning episode of the Louisiana Trail Report.
Beer Report on a refreshing Watermelon Wheat from Adopted Dog Brewery out of Lafayette. Mike shares a recap of the Louisiana Summer Night Ultra in Lafayette from Second Growth Running. Brad's summer adventures up north with his old Tech Track Buddies is discussed. Mike spills the beans on an almost race, in the Kisatchie, and proposes an interesting idea for a "fatass." Brad's physical issues with having been born with a "high ass" and the financial books are open (for all to see) on the Old School @ Lincoln Parish Park 2023. (Of course, TOS is not an Ultra and costs associated with the production of it are not quite the same as an Ultra) *mandatory disclaimer
Beer review of a Lager from Cypress Coast in Baton Rouge. Fawn Hernandez from Second Growth Running drops in to tell us about Red Dirt Ultra, her upcoming race- A Louisiana Summer's Night and much, much more.
The much anticipated episode regarding Pit or Vault toilets has finally dropped! You'll hear some poetry from a Franciscan Monk, some terrible poo themed knock knock jokes from Michael and a beer review of a Burma Blonde from Flying Tiger. Each host will download their top 5 pit toilets for your amusement and you'll get a recap of Michael's recent Louisiana Runcation. So, grab your favorite beer and cop a squat for this Episode of the LTR!
Beer review from Parish Brewing, Cemetery Runs, WMA's, Caney Lake Trail Profile and an in-depth look at future topics such as pit toilets, a transparent look at race production and pacing!
The beer is Jucifer from Gnarly Barley. Casey speaks about his Unique Ultra, The New Orleans Ultramarathon. He also talks about Lazy Hound Racing and the trail scene around New Orleans. We try and convince him to pick up another out-of-town ultra. Michael fails a Kentucky Trivia test since Casey hails from Lexington. We close with a bizarre Golden Retriever story.
A recap of The Old School @ LPP. We try a beer called Trail Dog from Huckleberry Brewing. We throw another friend under a bus and try to initiate a "volunteer swap" with another Louisiana Race Director.
A brief recap of a recent 100 miler by Michael. A riveting discussion about the importance of shorter distance trail runs. Somewhat of a schedule of upcoming shorter distance races and the usage of the phrase, "good job" during races. A man card gets punched and Brad faces off against a hoppy or hoopy Louisiana Beer.
New feature, Louisiana Beers! A great interview with Edie Aymond; the RD for Chicot Challenge, Loup Garou and the founder of the Red Dirt Ultra. Weird RD stories and a questionable idea for a race from Brad.
Last Man Standing races in Louisiana...a brief history. The Old School @ Lincoln Parish Park 4/1/23 and a thrilling trail report of the Caroline Dormon Trail in the Kisatchie National Forest.
Introduction to the hosts and the reason for the podcast. Race recap of the Wild Azalea Trail Challenge 50 miler 1/6/23.
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