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In der neuen Folge Trailfunk spricht Christian mit Paulina Zäck, die vor rund zwei Wochen eine neue Fastest Known Time (FKT) auf dem Te Araroa Trail in Neuseeland aufgestellt hat. In 54 Tagen, 9 Stunden und 48 Minuten hat Paulina die rund 3030 km und 80.000 hm alleine ("self-supported") zurückgelegt.Im Podcast erzählt uns Paulina ausführlich von ihrem Erlebnis und welche körperlichen (Stichwort: Grabenfüße) und mentalen Herausforderungen sie überwinden musste. Wie ist sie auf das Thema "Fastest Known Time" gestoßen? Was hat sie über sich gelernt? Was würde sie anderen Frauen sagen, um sie zu solchen Abenteuern zu ermutigen? Wie ist es dazu gekommen, dass sie aktuell an einer Doktorarbeit über das Thema "Langstreckenwandern" schreibt?Unser Sponsor des Monats ist LOWA. Hier geht es zu LOWAs All Terrain Running-Schuhen.Uns findest du hier:Website: Alles-laufbar.deInstagram: @alleslaufbarYouTube: @alleslaufbarStrava Club: @Alles laufbar.deWerde hier Mitglied von Alles-laufbar.de, der Onlineplattform für die deutschsprachige Trailcommunity und erhalte Zugriff auf exklusive Inhalte.

In this episode of Ultra Uncovered, Georgia Porter joins Corinne and Russell to discuss their leap from Olympic Trials marathoner to multi-day ultrarunner — and why the 2025 Cocodona 250 is their next big adventure. After completing and setting the Fastest Known Time on the 800+ mile Arizona Trail with less than four hours of sleep a night, Georgia shares their evolved relationship with pain, their spiritual approach to endurance, and how community and crew are at the heart of their racing.From redefining courage to embracing emotional breakdowns on trail, Georgia opens up about their mindset heading into Cocodona, what they've learned from moving through discomfort, and why they believe presence > control. The episode also touches on the role of pacing, their thoughts on the women's field (including Courtney Dauwalter), and the beauty of running “home” to Flagstaff.Follow Corinne - https://www.instagram.com/corinne_shalvoyage/Follow Russ - https://www.instagram.com/russellditsworth/Follow Cocodona - https://www.instagram.com/cocodona250/

Want to get in touch? Send Claire a message!In Episode 112 of The Eat for Endurance Podcast, I chat with ultrarunner and thru-hiker Tara Dower, aka Candy Mama. If you don't already know Tara, she's an incredible endurance athlete with multiple FKTs, podium finishes, and race wins under her belt. Most notably, she set the overall Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the Appalachian Trail (AT) in September, breaking the previous record by 13 hours! She also recently secured her golden ticket to the Western States 100 with a second-place finish at the Black Canyon 100K.Tara has gone through a huge transformation in how she fuels for endurance sports in recent years, and it has taken her performance to the next level.Here's what we cover in this episode:How she grew up as a selective eater, and what types of foods she currently enjoys How she uses dramatically different fueling approaches for thru-hiking compared to ultras and FKTsWhy she relies on whole foods for FKTs but sticks to gels and liquid calories for racesHow her crew supported her with nutrition on the AT  (bonus episode coming out next week on this!)How she overcame throwing up during ultras by training her gut to handle higher carb intakes and personalizing her hydration strategyTara's recovery strategies after huge endurance efforts, including what she eats post-race and how she balances rest and trainingHow she manages anxiety and mental challenges during long efforts and in everyday life, including the grounding techniques that help keep her presentTune in now to hear Tara's full story and learn how she's gearing up for Western States! Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe and leave a review to help more athletes fuel smarter!Links & Announcements:Follow Tara on Instagram and check out her new podcast, DNF DiariesJoin my membership, Fuel for Life Crew, for $30/month (cancel anytime)Check out my free nutrition downloadsFill out a new client inquiry form if you're interested in 1:1 nutrition coachingSupport the podcast with my Skratch affiliate code EATFORENDURANCE20 Join my Patreon community Get in touch at claire@eatforendurance.comDisclaimer – all information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to replace individual medical and nutrition recommendationsSupport the showThanks for listening! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook (@eatforendurance).

Katie Gunvalson is an endurance athlete, writer, and artist based in Portland, Oregon. She tells her story of heading out to run the Pacific Crest Trail to set a new Fastest Known Time. The curveball, wild fires caused major set backs on day one and she knew the FKT wasn't in the cards. The most impressive thing to me was her ability to shift her mindset and focus on the positive, and ended up completing the trail with a massive push for the last 140 miles, setting an FKT for the last 100.   @trailrunningwomenpod @hilsport55

Allison Mercer is an elite athlete as well as the director of Fastest Known Time. Recently FKT revamped their premier route list to include more routes, adding the SCAR in the United States and then expanding the list worldwide to include incredible routes such as Mont Blanc, Mount Fuji, Te Araroa, Camino de Santiago, Kilimanjaro, and more. During this episode we talk about the new list, how it came about, and answer questions from listeners. Find Allison on instagram @onewomandanceparty.Use code fromthebackcountry at infinitnutrition.us and hyperlitemountaingear.com for 15% off your entire orderpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fromthebackcountry/

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.MidPack Musings SubStackYou can now support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠.Check Out MPP MerchMake sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check outTroy's Coaching Page"Running is just a paintbrush I use to express myself. But that doesn't have to be my only paintbrush."In this episode of the MidPacker Pod, host Troy Meadows sits down with Jason Hardrath, an endurance athlete and educator renowned for his remarkable achievements in the world of Fastest Known Times (FKTs). Jason's journey is a testament to resilience and the relentless pursuit of one's passions. Background: Jason Hardrath, a physical education teacher from Klamath Falls, Oregon, transformed personal adversity into a series of monumental athletic accomplishments. Following a life-altering car accident that threatened his ability to run, Jason redirected his focus toward mountaineering and endurance challenges. Achievements: 100 FKTs Milestone: Jason became the first person to establish 100 FKTs, culminating this feat with the ambitious project of summiting Washington's 100 highest peaks, known as the Bulger List, in just over 50 days.mountaineers.org "Journey to 100" Film: His pursuit of the 100th FKT is documented in the film "Journey to 100," produced by Athletic Brewing Company, offering an inspiring look into his determination and adventures.Athletic Brewing Innovations: Speed Mountaineering (Speedmo): Jason has embraced "Speedmo," a blend of trail running and paragliding, allowing for rapid ascents and exhilarating descents, adding a dynamic dimension to mountain sports.Motivational Takeaways: Resilience: Jason's story underscores the power of resilience, demonstrating how setbacks can be transformed into opportunities for growth and achievement. Pushing Boundaries: His endeavors encourage athletes to push beyond perceived limits, illustrating that with dedication, even the most daunting challenges can be overcome. Community and Inspiration: Through his teaching and athletic pursuits, Jason inspires both his students and the broader community to set ambitious goals and pursue them with passion.Relevant Links: IG @Jasonhardrath "Journey to 100" Film:Athletic Brewing  Journey to Infinity: Ojos del Salado: YouTube Jason Hardrath's Official Website: Jason Hardrath Athletic Brewing Company: Athletic Brewing Mountaineers Article on the Bulger List FKT:mountaineers.orgSponsor Links: Janji - Janji.comA big shoutout to our sponsor, Janji! Their running apparel is designed for everyday exploration, and 2% of sales support clean water initiatives worldwide. Plus, with a five-year guarantee, you know it's gear you can trust. Check them out at janji.com.Use the code MIDPACKER for 10% off your order.⁠Run Trail Life⁠ - https://runtraillife.com/Use code: midpackerpod to double the donation from your purchase. Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's.⁠Freetrail⁠ - https://freetrail.com/Visit Freetrail.com to sign up today. Keywords: Jason Hardrath, Fastest Known Time, FKT, Bulger List, Journey to 100, Athletic Brewing Company, Speedmo, trail running, mountaineering, endurance athlete, resilience, Washington peaks, paragliding, mountain sports, outdoor adventure.

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Katie Gunvalson had a calling: traverse the entirety of the 2,700 mile Pacific Crest Trail. This audacious goal was something Gunvalson's younger self would have never considered. But, it's exactly what she did. The PCT, true to its name, follows the crest of the mountain ranges between Canada and Mexico, going through Washington, Oregon, and California, along the Cascade Range, the Sierra Nevada, and the mountainous desert terrain to the US–Mexico border. And not only did Katie want to get from one end of the PCT to the other, she wanted to do it faster than any other woman ever had. She wanted to set a Fastest Known Time, an FKT, in the south bound direction. That record was set by Jessica Pekari: 63 days, 7 hours, 31 minutes. So that is what Gunvalson prepared to do, for years; and she was ready. But there was one challenge that ultimately presented itself that Gunvalson really hadn't anticipated, and it would cause her to very deeply consider the real purpose of this journey. Katie Gunvalson shares her whole epic story on the podcast. From her difficult and unlikely path to becoming a runner, to discovering and following a calling to cover the entire PCT, and the wild ride of getting from Canada to Mexico. Mentioned in This Episode Liz Derstine on WRS: Her Appalachian Trail FKT Story Support Our Supporters Lagoon Pillows: lagoonsleep.com/WRS15 Use the discount code WRS15 for 15% off your first order YMR Track Club: ymrtrackclub.com Use the discount code WRS20 for 20% off your purchase To support WRS, please rate and review the show iTunes/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womens-running-stories/id1495427631 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8Hr2RysbV4fdwNhiMAXc?si=1c5e18155b4b44fa Music Credits Cormac O'Regan, of Playtoh Coma-Media, via Pixabay RomanBelov, via Pixabay penguinmusic, via Pixabay SergePavkinMusic, via Pixabay chillmore, via Pixabay aidanpinsent, via Pixabay Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Over 50, Sub 20, 5k Project Instagram: @over50sub20_5k_project WRS Instagram: @womensrunningstories Facebook: facebook.com/WomensRunningStories Website: womensrunningstories.com Email host Cherie: clouiseturner@gmail.com Women's Running Stories is a proud member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to episode 155! On this episode, Tad and I chat with Justin Kousky, who back in May of 2024, set the fastest known time for the Escarpment Trail! Justin chats about his experience setting the FKT and his other experiences in being a FKT trail runner. If you need a sticker, email me or go to Camp Catskill! Subscribe on any platform! Share! Donate! Do whatever you want! I'm just glad you're listening! And remember... VOLUNTEER!!!!!! Links for the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/ISLCatskillsPodcast, Donate a coffee to support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills, Like to be a sponsor or monthly supporter of the show? Go here! - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills/membership Thanks to the sponsors of the show! Outdoor chronicles photography - https://www.outdoorchroniclesphotography.com/, Trailbound Project - https://www.trailboundproject.com/, Camp Catskill - https://campcatskill.co/, Scenic Route Guiding - https://adventurewiththescenicroute.com/, Another Summit - https://www.guardianrevival.org/programs/another-summit Links: Justin's FKT page, Manitou's revenge, Zion going carless, human remains found in Utah, Michelino Sunseri charges  Volunteer Opportunities: Trailhead stewards for 3500 Club - https://www.catskill3500club.com/adopt-a-trailhead?fbclid=IwAR31Mb5VkefBQglzgr fm-hGfooL49yYz3twuSAkr8rrKEnzg8ZSl97XbwUw, Catskills Trail Crew - https://www.nynjtc.org/trailcrew/catskills-trail-crew, NYNJTC Volunteering - https://www.nynjtc.org/catskills, Catskill Center - https://catskillcenter.org/, Catskill Mountain Club - https://catskillmountainclub.org/about-us/, Catskill Mountainkeeper - https://www.catskillmountainkeeper.org/, Bramley Mountain Fire Tower - https://bramleymountainfiretower.org/  Post Hike Brews and Bites -  #FKT #FKTescarpment #FKTCatskills #FKTescarpmenttrail #justinkousky #husdonvalley #hikingNY #kaaterskill #bluehole #catskillhiking #visitcatskills #catskillstrails #catskillmountains #catskillspodcast #catskills #catskillpark #podcast #catskillshiker #volunteers #catskillmountainsnewyork #catskillspodcast #catskillshiker #catskillshiking #hiking #catskill3500club #insidethelinecatskillmountainspodcast #volunteercatskills #catskill3500 #hikethecatskills

Michelino Sunseri is a professional runner living in Driggs, ID. In September 2024, Michelino broke the existing FKT on the Grand Teton, held for 12 years by Andy Anderson - one of the longest standing and most iconic up/down speed records in mountain running. During the attempt, Michelino made the strategic decision to take the "Old Climber's Trail," deviating from the official route for a period during the descent.   Michelino managed to lower the existing FKT by a little over 2mins, finishing in 2:50:50. A few days after the run, controversy emerged as it related to Michelino's decision to use the Old Climber's Trail, creating a debate about FKT ethics and whether Michelino deserved to retain the record even though he used a slightly different route from the previous record holder.     A week later, on September 9th, Fastest Known Time officially rejected the record based on objections from the National Park Service based again on Michelino's decision to use the Old Climber's Trail instead of staying on the officially recognized route.    On September 25, 2024, the NPS charged Michelino under 36 CFR 2.1(b) with an initial court appearance, a statute that carries a maximum penalty of $5,000 and/or six months in jail.   In this podcast, we discuss the history of FKTs on the Grand Teton, including Michelino's personal history projecting the route. We talk through the ethics of FKTs and the grey area that exists and that this event revealed. We discuss the rejection of his FKT and the subsequent legal squabble that has ensued.   Please visit the following links to learn more:   Michelino's Strava file from the attempt   Grand Teton FKT page     Written recap of the timeline   Petition to drop the charges against Michelino   Anton & Kilian video from 2012   Sponsors: Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

We spoke with ultra-ultramarathoner Tara Dower about her career and recent achievement: She ran the entire Appalachian Trail in under 41 days, making her run the fastest known time in the history! Follow us on Patreon: http://patreon.com/wildgreenmemes Tara's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@taratreks The Fastest Known Time website: https://fastestknowntime.com/route/appalachian-trail Our theme music is by Rx Fire! Thanks to memebers Kimberly, Meredith, Tali, Medussa, and Haley for your great questions!

Podcast juoksusta ja isyydestä. Tämä podcast on kaikille, joiden jalat ovat lyijyä ja yöunet liian lyhyitä.  Kakkoskauden 20. jaksossa jutellaan Japen Tromssan reissusta, ruskeasta juustosta, Norjan ylämäkikulttuurista sekä Fastest Known Time -konseptista. Onko Juha pian yksi FKT:n hallussapitäjä? Otahan jakso kuunteluun! Jakson suositukset ja linkit: Fastest Known Time: https://fastestknowntime.com/ Meidät löytää lisäksi: Instagramista: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/faijatjuoksee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Stravasta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.strava.com/clubs/faijatjuoksee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Japen Stravaprofiili: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.strava.com/athletes/29216466⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Juhan Stravaprofiili: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.strava.com/athletes/juhasorvisto⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Palautetta / ehdotuksia / vinkkejä otetaan vastaan enemmän kuin mielellään osoitteeseen faijatjuoksee@gmail.com tai ylläolevan Stravaklubin / Instagramin kautta.  Laittakaa kysymyksiä, palautetta ja ehdotuksia tulemaan! Camoon!! #faijatjuoksee #polkujuoksu #juoksu #tromssa #vuorijuoksu

Send us a textOn September 2nd, 2024 friend and professional endurance athlete, Michelino Sunseri etched his name in the arena of the gods by breaking Andy Anderson's FKT on the Grand Teton in 2 hours 50 minutes and 50 Seconds. In the aftermath of what was undeniably one the of the greatest feats of mountain running the sport had ever seen, Michelino's record was rejected by Fastest Known Time and Michelino was investigated and charged by the NPS citing violation of 36CFR 2.1(b). This all came to be due to Michelino's choice in descent route - where Michelino bypassed a switchback using a historically significant climbers trail, leveraged in the last 6 of 7 established FKT's on the route. In the weeks that followed, dozens of articles were written by major outlets that painted Michelino's effort in a light that did not reflect the facts of what actually took place on September 2nd, 2024. To help provide a factual account of Michelino's effort, Alex Rienzie, mountain athlete, community member and photographer on Michelino's record attempt was kind enough to provide a factual first hand account of the details of Michelino's effort as well as discuss in detail the climbers trail, Michelino chose that spurred this conversation. It is my hope that with the conclusion of Michelino's NPS hearing that FKT would reconsider splitting the route into old and new routes, acknowledging FKT's prior endorsement of the climbers trail, given its historical significance of 6 of the last 7 records. Please note that this discussion and any views belong specially to myself and Alex and in no way reflect any statements from Michelino Sunseri. Grizzlies & Avalanches (Alex's Substack Article) - https://www.grizzliesandavalanches.com/michelino-grand-teton-fkt/Alex Rienzie Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alexrienzieMichelino Sunseri Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michelino_sunseri

In one of the most impressive endurance accomplishments of the year, Tara Dower set the overall Fastest Known Time on the 2,000+ mile Appalachian Trail earlier this year in 40 days , 18 hours, and 6 minutes. It was an attempt that required mental toughness, extensive planning and curiosity, teamwork, and incredible endurance. And in this episode, Tara breaks down her biggest pillars of success as to how she was able to make this accomplishment a reality. So, if you're going for an FKT attempt or your next big goal, this is the episode for you! In this episode, Tara shares how she was able to keep pushing through on the trail (despite all of the obstacles she faced, physically and mentally), how to optimize your crew to dial in a supported FKT attempt, and how to go into strategizing a huge endurance effort. Huge thank you to Tara for coming on the show! SHOW LINKS: Want to be coached for your next ultramarathon by our team and get 30% off your first month? Visit this link here to book a free consult call OR Send an email to ⁠everydayultrapodcast@gmail.com⁠ to inquire Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠ Try PlayOn Pain Relief spray and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at playonrelief.com Try Näak nutrition and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at naak.com Try Janji apparel and get 40% off via their Black Friday Sale or get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at janji.com Tara's Website: https://tara-treks.com/ Tara's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tara.dower/ Tara's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taratreks

0:50:00 Buzz and Zoë talk about what community means to them and how the trail running community can serve as a positive model as people reassess who they consider their neighbors.  11:09:00 Zoë interviews Tara Dower, who recently set the overall Fastest Known Time on the Appalachian Trail, about her preparation for the FKT and how her relationship with the iconic trail and with hiking and running has evolved over time. Tara talks about her trail running role models and how she wants to inspire more people to push their limits on the trail.  34:47:00 Buzz interviews Warren Doyle, who has hiked the AT 18 times and is the founder of the Appalachian Trail Institute. They discuss the trail's history of speed records and explain why so many hikers and runners are drawn to this iconic through-hike.

Welcome to The RUNEGADE Podcast: where we set off to explore the human connection with running, through conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette. You can watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RUNEGADE on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like what you hear? Subscribe to RUNEGADE on Spotify | Apple | YouTube - like, subscribe, comment and share - the world needs more RUNEGADES. On episode 21, Tara Dower becomes a RUNEGADE. "You really don't know what you can do unless you try" - Tara Dower On September 21, 2024 Tara Dower became the fastest person in history to complete the 2,189-mile Appalachian Trail, a 14 state journey, she bested the Fastest Known Time by 13 hours - she's an Altra Running athlete, an ultramarathoner, a candy connoisseur and a new friend of the podcast. Tara's biography: "An Appalachian Trail thru-hike inspired me to spend as much time on trails as possible; now, I am a professional ultramarathon trail athlete racing all over the country. My favorite ultramarathon distance is the 100-miler because there are so many possibilities for adventure, but I also love the competitive aspect of setting FKTs on longer trail routes. The FKTs I've set include the Mountains-to-Sea Trail (1,175 miles), Benton MacKaye Trail (289 miles), the Colorado Trail (486 miles) and now the Appalachian Trail (2,189 miles)" We followed Tara's journey on Instagram throughout August and September, virtually cheering her on as she stacked 17 hour days, upon days. Like all great trail runners, Tara, surrounded by a great crew - her mom, her friends, trail running mentors and buds (all with great trail nicknames) accomplished an amazing feet of endurance. Come listen to Tara's journey's from her first Appalachian thru hike attempt, to 100-mile races, to Hardrock and now the FKT record holder - you'll learn all the details of her epic adventure. More Tara: Tara on YouTube: @taratreks Tara on Instagram: @tara.dower Tara on Facebook: @taratreks Tara Website Tara's Blog Runner's World Article⁠ We thank Tara for sharing her amazing journey. And if you have the means, consider support those affected from Hurricane Helen, as she wrecked havoc to many folks along the Appalachian Trail by purchasing a "Tara in Southern Appalachia" print block and 50% of the proceeds will be sent to BeLoved Asheville In a world of runners, be a RUNEGADE. Connect with Mark and Todd: ​Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@RUNEGADEpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​Facebook Community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRUNEGADEPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheRUNEGDADEPodcastTM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​Todd on Strava: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.strava.com/athletes/24075567⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​Mark on Strava: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.strava.com/athletes/32395525⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Finding performance based running apparel and gear can be an exhausting endeavour of trial and error. And one that can easily overwhelming your closet and your wallet. We'd like to share with you, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PATH projects⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PATH makes performance-based running gear, that looks and feels great, that's functional and durable. It simply outperforms expectations. For a limited time, PATH is offering The RUNEGADE Podcast listeners 10% of their order with the code RUNEGADE10⁠⁠⁠ - we thank PATH projects for being a friend of the podcast.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we're joined by Tara Dower, the new holder of overall Fastest Known Time on the Appalachian Trail. Tara gives us the low down on every aspect of her recent record-breaking trek, including how she fell wildly behind pace after the first two states, her nutrition, her sleep habits (or lack thereof), how vital her crew was in her success, the criticism she's faced for "hiking too fast", running a 100-mile race just a few weeks prior to the attempt, and much more. Tara also goes into more depth on her backpacking and FKT background and we subject her to a pair of brutally awkward fornicate, marry, kill questions. Fun times all around.   We wrap the show with our triple crown of guilty pleasure songs, a stupid thing of the week (Zach hurts himself again), and the most unrealistic thing we thought we could be when we were kids. 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[divider] Interview with Tara “Candy Mama” Dower Tara's Instagram Tara's Website Tara's Youtube Time stamps & Questions 00:05:55 - Reminders: Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus content, join us in Denver on December 7th and apply to be a 2025 blogger! 00:07:55 - Introducing Tara 00:09:29 - Are you still recovering? 00:10:45 - What mantras did you have? 00:13:00 - What was your origin story in the outdoors? 00:17:12 - When did you decide to pursue the Mountains to Sea Trail FKT? 00:19:00 - Did you impress yourself at that moment? 00:21:30 - Tell us about getting off the AT because of anxiety 00:23:05 - How do you manage anxiety during an FKT attempt? 00:24:25 - Were you tough growing up? 00:26:45 - What inspired you to want to continue pursuing FKTs? 00:29:55 - Tell us about the John Muir Trail 00:31:20 - What part of running do you dislike the most? 00:32:30 - Tell us about the Benton MacKaye Trail FKT 00:34:40 - Tell us about the Colorado Trail FKT 00:36:20 - Discussion about support classifications 00:40:25 - How do you deal with critics? 00:44:30 - How did the Colorado Trail change your outlook on future FKTs? 00:46:00 - When did you decide to go after the AT FKT? 00:48:38 - Did you initially plan to beat the overall record? 00:50:08 - Were you intimidated by others who tried and failed to beat the record? 00:51:30 - Did you notice a transition in social media as you were running? 00:55:18 - Why did your anxiety influence which direction you went? 00:57:20 - How long before you started was the Hard Rock? 01:00:00 - What was it like going through Mahoosuc Notch at FKT pace? 01:01:44 - Tell us about being behind pace at first 01:05:27 - How did your crew chief motivate you? 01:07:03 - Did you ever disagree about decisions? 01:08:00 - How much of a trail was solo or with a pacer? 01:09:50 - What was your adjustment like after the FKT? 01:12:45 - How has your nutrition changed over the years? 01:18:55 - Did you have any near injuries? 01:19:40 - Can you pinpoint a low moment? 01:23:30 - Did you hallucinate? 01:26:45 - Tell us about your average mileage and sleep during the FKT 01:30:40 - Is Rascal's position a paid position? 01:31:34 - Did you have any paid sponsorship during this run? 01:32:26 - When did you know you had it? 01:35:02 - Did you conceptualize how big of a deal it was going to be? 01:36:35 - Tell us about raising money for Girls on the Run 01:38:20 - Fuck Marry Kill: thru-hiking, FKTs, ultraracing 01:39:31 - Fuck Marry Kill: Outside Magazine, Washington Post, The Trek 01:40:34 - Kumo Question: What's something you've always wanted to try but haven't had the courage to do yet? 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We're thrilled to have two incredible guests on today's episode: Jake Hegge, a seasoned winter ultra athlete, and Alan Chapman, a trail enthusiast, winter racing veteran, and the man behind the Fastest Known Time on the Superior Hiking Trail. In this episode, we'll talk about what draws these athletes to the cold, harsh world of winter running. We'll explore how they train for these unique events, relive some of their favorite winter running moments, and take a look at the best winter races, both locally and nationally. So grab a warm drink, bundle up, and join us for this winter-themed episode of Northern Exposure.

Ian Koenig just set the new self-supported Fastest Known Time on the Buckeye Trail. So he was responsible for sourcing and carrying all of his own hydration and nutrition while he circumnavigated the state of Ohio on the 1,444 mile trail. This has been an exceptionally dry year for Ohio and it was a challenge for Ian to find water at times since many streams and creeks were dry due to the drought. Follow Ian on https://www.strava.com/athletes/36842117or https://www.instagram.com/koenigian/?hl=en, and find out more about the https://www.buckeyetrail.org/.

David Starley is co-founder of The Green Runners, and was listed in the 2023 Edie 30 under 30 list for young people leading the way in sustainability.He's just achieved the Fastest Known Time for the Smuggler's Way in Cornwall, and continues to raise awareness about climate change through his activism and running.David and I discuss what more can be done in the race against climate change, going deep into the issues surrounding big businesses and decision-makers holding all the cards that determine the future of the planet.I ask whether change can ever come from the top or if we have to rely on future generations to sway policy-makers.Are we at the mercy of big oil, capitalism and big-bucks seeking millionaires, or is there still hope from those who can make their voices heard through community and mass-participation.Ultimately, we remain ever-hopeful and David believes that staying positive is the best course of action.His future plans? To continue making FKTs if it helps the planet!Follow David on Instagram @fitstarleyFind out more about The Green Runners at www.thegreenrunners.com

Tara Dower is a professional ultra runner and thru-hiker who is making her third appearance on the podcast (see episodes #50 and #71). In September, Tara and her crew set the overall Fastest Known Time on the Appalachian Trail, taking six days off the women's record, five days off the southbound record, and over 13 hours off of the overall record set in 2018 by Karel Sabbe. We talk all about her record, answer listener questions, and more. Find Tara on Instagram @tara.dowerCheck out the Craft Pure Trail running shoe: https://www.craftsports.us/products/mens-pure-trail-running-shoeUse code fromthebackcountry at infinitnutrition.us and hyperlitemountaingear.com for 15% off your entire orderpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fromthebackcountry/

Episode 59! Today's conversation is with a truly remarkable athlete and adventurer, Liz Woodgate.While Liz's athletic and adventure background is extensive, the focus of this conversation is around her setting the huge Larapinta Trail end-to-end-to-end Fastest Known Time in July this year, covering an incredible 460KM on the brutal Larapinta trail, in 5 days, 22hours, 43minutes and 10 seconds. You can see her FKT on the Fastest Known Website here.We cover off a range of aspects of her amazing endurance accomplishment including, but not limited to(!):Liz's journey into endurance sports and trail running, from her beginnings in IRONMAN in the '80s to now, multiple time West Macs Monster champion. In the intro I mention Liz racing 13 UTA 100s, and with that, I should say, the race now known as UTA 100 - given Liz raced the inaugural and subsequent North Face 100s long before it became Ultra Trail Australia.Liz's relationship with the Larapinta Trail over the years, including winning the 230KM West Macs Monster and acting as Race Director last year while rehabbing a MTB injuryTraining for and fuelling this FKTHighs and lows across the FKTLiz's support crew along the way, comprised primarily of her husband, Rhett plus the support of local runners including the Alice Springs "Dirt Divas"Recovery, including multi-day hiking the Jatbula Trail and sweeping for Run Larapinta stage race not long after her finish!Longevity in endurance sport, achieving these incredible endurance feats at 60, and sucking people into Liz's "vortex" !You can find Liz's run on her Strava feed, and also find Liz on Instagram @liz.woodgateThanks as always to the podcast Patreon supporters - you're amazing! You can help keep the podcast lights on and join the community here: www.patreon.com/intotheweehourspodcastOr, if you've enjoyed this episode, I'd love if you'd consider buying me a virtual coffee, to help me create the next podcast episode!!Season 2 intro vocals and music created and performed thanks to the very kind gift of Allie Geddes, Episode 28. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tara Dower is a trail runner and thru-hiker from Virginia. Last week, Tara Dower managed to lower the overall Fastest Known Time on the Appalachian Trail (AT), previously held by the legend Karel Sabbe, by 13hrs. This is her first appearance on the podcast.   Topics discussed:   -       Tara's background -       Her failed attempt to thru hike the AT in 2017 and her struggles with anxiety -       Her relationships with former record holders like Karl Meltzer & Jenn Pharr-Davis -       Her decision to go southbound instead of northbound -       Doing Hardrock only three weeks before the attempt -       Her slow start and need to make up a lot of time -       We talk about her crew known as chump change and her crew chief Rascal -       The saying that “the trail provides” and what that means practically -       Compare and contrast her strategy with Karrel Sabbe's -       The character of the trail itself, what makes the AT different -       We talk about the practical tactics of sleep and self care -       A lot more!   Subscribe to Tara's YouTube   Follow Tara on Strava   Sponsors: Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code FT15 for 15% off Gnarly Nutrition Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

Doing a special bonus episode drop with Tara Dower again. She just completed the Fastest Known Time on the Appalachian Trail(2,189 miles). This was a stout record that other elite athletes have attempted. She completed the AT in 40 hours, 18 hours, and 6 minutes, which comes out to about 54 miles each day. It required her to wake up at 3AM each day to log miles before the sun came up and keep running until after the sun went down. I helped out by providing weather forecasts for her and her team. Her new record beats all other times, male/female, northbouth/southbound, for the new overall record. She is inspiring in so many ways and she was also doing this to help raise money for Girls on The Run. Check out Tara's Instagram or the Instagram account set up for the AT FKT called ChumpChangeFKT.

Ever wondered what it takes to conquer one of the toughest ultra-endurance challenges out there? We're thrilled to bring you an inspiring conversation with ultra runner DJ Fox along with his pacer, Joshua Ried. DJ set the fastest known time (FKT) on the Colorado Trail, spanning 490 miles with 86,000 feet of elevation gain in just seven days, 13 hours, and 16 minutes. In this episode, you'll gain insights into the meticulous preparation required for such an immense challenge. DJ and Joshua share their rigorous training regimen, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and mental toughness. The transition from obstacle course racing to tackling a 500-mile trail run underscores the need for time on feet and relentless drive. This is an episode packed with inspiration, grit, and the raw human spirit behind an ultra-endurance quest.

This weekend, friend of the podcast Tara Dower (from Episode 293) is going to be finishing the Appalachian Trail in what is likely to be a Fastest Known Time! Michelle will be there to watch the end of Tara's run, but before we sent her off, we talked a bit about where we are, what our fall plans look like, and how we're doing on our resolutions some of our resolutions . . . from 2023.

In this episode, I sit down with elite mountain biker and gravel cyclist Hannah Otto as she takes us through her incredible journey of setting the fastest known time on the Kokopelli Trail. We explore how Hannah meticulously prepared for the challenge, from her equipment choices and the reasoning behind them to her nutrition strategy that fueled her along the way. She shares insights into the mental fortitude required to push through tough moments and offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to break records on one of the most grueling trails in the U.S. Whether you're a cyclist, adventure enthusiast, or just curious about what goes into achieving such a feat, this conversation is packed with inspiration and valuable takeaways. WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps you understand and proactively improve it through 24/7 monitoring.  Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠join.whoop.com/Roadman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get a free month's WHOOP membership on me! ⁠⁠⁠4iiii Powermeter⁠⁠⁠ The PRECISION 3+ Powermeter from 4iiii is a compact yet powerful unit & is  packed with features that set it apart, including integration with Apple's Find My network PLUS It's got up to 800 hours of battery life.Learn more by visiting ⁠⁠⁠4iiii.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pillarperformance.shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use the code Roadman on your local website for 15% off your first order.  Or for US listeners, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheFeed.com/pillar⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code Roadman for the same 15% off your first order. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Veloforte⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Head over to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠veloforte.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code roadman30 to get 30% off your first order. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HUEL ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can order Huel Ready To Drink directly to your home,  go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠huel.com/roadman ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LeCol⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For amazing cycling kit go check out LeCol at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lecol.cc ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use code roadman20 to get 20% off your LeCol order The heart beat of our community & best place to reach me is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to watch full interviews on video? Check out our new Youtube Channel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/roadmancycling?sub_confirmation=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Will Peterson joins the show to talk about the fastest known time he set this past weekend on Vermont's Long Trail, the oldest continuous footpath in the United States and the setting for many notable performances over the years from top athletes in the ultrarunning scene like Nikki Kimball, Joe McConaughy, Jennifer Pharr Davis, and John Kelly. We talk about all aspects of Will's effort including mental and physical preparation, multi-day strategy, highlights from his race report, the skillset to accomplish something of this stature, whether he plans to stay in this type of arena in the future, and some fun topics generated by listeners and viewers (like whether he'd do the full Appalachian Trail).Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Initial Feelings06:40 The Long Trail and Other Routes10:38 Background and Skillset15:17 Motivation and Competition19:14 The Evolving FKT Scene24:17 Creating a Competitive Narrative and Mental Strategies27:04 Training and Preparation36:22 Planning and Adaptability in FKT Attempts55:46 The Future of FKTs: Amateurs and Professionals01:01:41 Data-Driven Goals for Optimal Performance01:09:18 Instigating Participation in the Multi-Day Scene01:11:06 Future in Multi-Day FKTs01:17:21 The Debate on Expanded FKT Leaderboards01:19:32 The Appalachian Trail and Future Challenges01:23:38 Reflections on FKT of the Year Snub01:26:06 The Unique Challenges of the 100 Mile Wilderness01:31:24 Regulating External Communication on Unsupported Efforts01:41:11 Gratitude for the CrewPartners:Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.Pillar Performance - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.shop/) to get 15% off your next order. Additional Links:Follow Will on Instagram, Strava, From The Backcountry PodcastFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

"I call them my big dances."Natalie Pertz describes the running adventures - sometimes in the form of races, other times a bit broader than that definition - that she highlights each year on her calendar. The list is nothing short of epic, including the Chicago Marathon, the Javelina Jundred, setting a "Fastest Known Time" on the WO&D trail. (By the way, I did fact check. FastestKnownTime.com has been around longer than Strava.)Natalie is both earnest and funny talking about her running. She describes training for an ultra in the Southwest of the United States in a "suburban lawnmower hat." We discuss our childhood love for capture the flag. We discuss her experience growing up on a farm in Ohio and her first official 5K, the Run for Refugees in New Haven. And we talk about WERC, not to be confused with work. West End Run Club kicked off in 2021, and the Friday morning running, chatting, and coffee drinking crew has been a DC staple ever since. It's so welcoming, that it has grown quite a bit!This episode was recorded in July, but I've been a bit slower with both recording and editing these days. Thank you for your patience - you know life (and another bout of marathon training) keeps you busy! Anyhow, thank you (and happy birthday) to a very kind and speedy community leader, Natalie Pertz!

In this episode, I discuss various topics, including Joe Stringbean McConaughey's attempt to break my unsupported record on the John Muir Trail, the concept of Fastest Known Times (FKTs), and some funny observations about the Olympics. I also talk about the decision to pull out of a race due to mental fatigue and share my experience participating in a beer mile. The episode concludes with a discussion about the Olympics and astronauts stuck in space. Takeaways The John Muir Trail is a challenging trail to set a record on due to the difficulty of figuring out a sleep strategy. FKT stands for Fastest Known Time and refers to trail records that can be broken by other athletes. I decided to pull out of a race due to mental fatigue and not feeling mentally invested in racing. Participating in a beer mile can be a fun and competitive activity. Being stuck in space for an extended period of time would require finding ways to stay occupied and possibly learn new skills. The Fun and Competitive Nature of a Beer Mile Deciding to Pull Out of a Race Due to Mental Fatigue "The John Muir Trail is a challenging trail to set a record on due to the difficulty of figuring out a sleep strategy." "FKT stands for Fastest Known Time and refers to trail records that can be broken by other athletes." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Solo Cast 01:16 The John Muir Trail and Sleep Strategy 02:13 Understanding FKTs and Trail Records 11:14 Deciding to Pull Out of a Race 21:48 The Fun of a Beer Mile 24:54 Finding Inspiration in the Olympics 26:21 Imagining Being Stuck in Space Keywords Joe Stringbean McConaughey, John Muir Trail, unsupported record, Fastest Known Times, FKTs, Olympics, mental fatigue, beer mile, astronauts

Emily Halnon joins The Nation this week. She is a trail runner and mountain athlete from Eugene, Oregon. Emily shares her awe-inspiring journey of setting the Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the 460-mile Oregon section of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). Driven by the desire to honor her late mother, Andrea, who inspired her to start running, Emily talks about the mental and physical preparation required for such a formidable challenge. She tells her story in the new book, To the Gorge - Running, Grief, Resilience, & 460 Miles on the Pacific Crest Trail. She highlights the importance of having a strong ‘why,' a supportive crew, and the deep connection she felt with her mother throughout the run. Emily discusses the profound impact of running on processing emotions and healing through grief, emphasizing the vital role of community, pacers, and crew in providing emotional support. Join us as Emily explores the significance of embracing the unknown, pushing through difficult moments, and the powerful growth that comes from these experiences. You can follow Emily on Instagram We mentioned the charity that Emily supported on her adventure Brave Like Gabe. Find out more about this episode's sponsors: Janji Arc'teryx  Ketone IQ AND!!!!!  Check out the new free app we developed, Trail Triage

Want to go into depth on what it takes to get an FKT on one of the most competitive trails? In this episode, I dive into the world of Fastest Known Times (FKTs) on the John Muir Trail (JMT). I provide background information on the JMT, its significance, and the history of FKT attempts on the trail. I then share my own journey of attempting to break the JMT FKT, including the challenges I faced and the strategies I employed. I ultimately break the record by less than 13 minutes. I emphasize the importance of knowing oneself, setting micro-goals, and persevering in order to achieve FKTs. Takeaways -The John Muir Trail (JMT) is a 223-mile long-distance hiking trail in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, known for its breathtaking scenery and challenging terrain. -FKTs on the JMT have a long history, with the first recorded FKT set in 1980. Since then, numerous athletes have attempted and set records on the trail. -I successfully broke the JMT FKT, completing the trail in 3 days, 47 minutes, and 56 seconds, less than 13 minutes faster than the previous record. -Achieving an FKT requires knowing oneself, setting micro-goals, and persevering through challenges and exhaustion. -FKTs serve as milestones and unlock new distances and challenges for athletes, pushing them to explore their limits and go after new goals. Sound Bites "3 days, 47 minutes, 56 seconds. I broke the record by less than 13 minutes." "It's those micro-goals, that 24-hour period, that knowing what's required... even if it was a bad day, a good day, whatever, you've unlocked that in your mind that you can go a new distance." "FKTs serve as milestones and unlock new distances and challenges for athletes, pushing them to explore their limits and go after new goals." Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Overview 01:00 - The John Muir Trail: Background and Significance 06:45 - My Journey to Break the JMT FKT 09:04 - Strategies for Achieving FKTs: Knowing Oneself and Setting Micro-Goals 15:45 - The Final Push: Overcoming Challenges and Exhaustion 23:05 - Conclusion and Takeaways Closing music by Rob Riccardo Buy Merch to support: https://www.freeoutside.com/shop Buy my book "Free Outside" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/39LpoSF Email me to buy a signed copy of my book, "Free Outside" at jeff@freeoutside.com Watch the movie about setting the record on the Colorado Trail: https://tubitv.com/movies/100019916/free-outside Website: www.Freeoutside.com Instagram: thefreeoutside facebook: www.facebook.com/freeoutsideKeywords: Fastest Known Times, FKTs, John Muir Trail, JMT, endurance, hiking, Sierra Nevada, record attempt, perseverance --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freeoutside/message

Send in podcast ideas Jeff@freeoutside.com AI joins this podcast and conducts the interview, so we are going third person in the description. Jeff Garmire discusses his journey and experiences in long-distance hiking and ultra running. He shares how he got into these activities and the challenges he faced along the way. Jeff also talks about the importance of mental and physical preparation for setting FKTs (Fastest Known Times) on trails, as well as the role of nutrition and hydration in his training. He emphasizes the need to find fun and enjoyment in these activities and to have a strong why. Jeff also discusses the balance between solitude and connections within the hiking and ultra running communities, and the importance of finding a supportive community. He shares stories of unexpected moments on the trail and how he adapted to challenges. Jeff concludes by encouraging others to pursue their own adventures and to make a positive impact on individuals and local businesses. -Long-distance hiking and ultra running require mental and physical preparation, as well as finding enjoyment and fun in the activities. -Having a strong why and a supportive community are important factors in achieving success in FKT attempts and races. -Balancing solitude and connections within the hiking and ultra running communities can be challenging but rewarding. -Adapting to unexpected challenges and finding creative solutions is crucial in long-distance hiking and FKT attempts. -Making a positive impact on individuals and supporting local businesses can contribute to a thriving hiking and ultra running community. Sound Bites "I have this awesome idea and we're gonna try it." "Welcome to the show, Jeff. It's great to have you here." "Jamil Curry of Aravaipa Racing asked if I wanted to do the inaugural year of Cocodona 250." Chapters 00:00 Jeff Garmire's Journey and Experiences 05:33 Challenges and Triumphs in Long-Distance Hiking and Ultra Running 09:00 Preparing for FKT Attempts: Physical and Mental Resilience 12:23 Finding Fun and Inspiration in the Outdoors 24:39 Logistics and Planning for Successful Long-Distance Hikes and FKT Attempts 31:47 The Evolving World of Through Hiking and Ultra Running 35:03 Jeff Garmire's Message: Enjoy, Inspire, and Support Buy Merch to support: https://www.freeoutside.com/shop Buy my book "Free Outside" on Amazon Email me to buy a signed copy of my book, "Free Outside" at jeff@freeoutside.com Watch the movie about setting the record on the Colorado Trail: https://tubitv.com/movies/100019916/free-outside Website: www.Freeoutside.com Instagram: thefreeoutside facebook: www.facebook.com/freeoutside Keywords long-distance hiking, ultra running, FKT, mental preparation, physical preparation, nutrition, hydration, balance, community, challenges, adaptation, enjoyment, support, impact, ultralight backpacking, backpacking, thru hiking, ultrarunning, Fastest Known Time, Speed Record, Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Arizona Trail, Continental Divide Trail, trail running --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffyg/message

Summary In this conversation, I interview Nick Fowler, a renowned thru-hiker and FKT (Fastest Known Time) record breaker. We discuss Nick's experiences with thru-hiking and FKT attempts and dive into his record-breaking Pacific Crest Trail hike. Nick shares his training approach and the challenges he faced during his PCT FKT attempt, including health issues and a hurricane. The conversation highlights the determination and resilience required for long-distance hiking and FKT pursuits. We talk a little bit about my own experiences on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) and the Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT). We also dive into the book that Nick wrote about the Pacific Northwest Trail record. Overall, Nick is just an amazing backpacker, thru hiker, and everything in between. Support Nick's book: ⁠⁠https://pntbook.com/⁠⁠ Takeaways Thru-hiking and FKT attempts require determination, resilience, and careful planning. Training for FKT attempts often involves strength training, long-distance running, and building up mileage gradually. Challenges during FKT attempts can include health issues, adverse weather conditions, and difficult terrain. Thru-hiking and FKT attempts are not only physical challenges but also mental and emotional journeys. He faced challenges such as difficult stream crossings, extreme heat, and physical ailments. He has written a book about his PNT FKT and plans to attempt more FKTs in the future. Sound Bites "I've always known about thru-hiking. I've always known about the Appalachian Trail and everything, but I never really gave it any thought until I started getting into big day hikes." "I started with running a half marathon a day in January, 2021. And then I bumped it up to a marathon a day with a couple of rest days a week in February, 2021." "I was struggling to open water bottle lids. I was drinking water out of trash cans." "I started off with 5,000 calories a day. And then by the time I got to mid Oregon, I was at 10,000 calories a day." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:03 Training and preparation for FKT attempts 03:27 Discovering thru-hiking and FKTs on the PNT 06:21 Building up to the PCT FKT 11:41 Challenges and adversity on the PCT FKT 16:02 Stuck in a cave during a hurrican 25:28 Setting Fastest Known Times on the PCT and PNT 30:08 Challenges and Strategies on the Trails 38:19 Gear and Food for Long-Distance Hiking 41:15 Writing a Book and Future Trail Plans Keywords thru-hiking, FKT, record-breaking, training, challenges, PCT, Florida Trail, trail running, running, ultrarunning, Pacific Crest Trail, PCT, Pacific Northwest Trail, PNT, Fastest Known Time, backpacking, hiking, thru-hiking, challenges, gear, food strategy, book, future plans

Aimee & Emily both had some recent hard efforts that they dive into on this week's episode of The Running Kind Podcast. Emily recently secured the first female Fastest Known Time with Amy DeMarco in a supported effort of the out and back 50+ mile route in the Catskills! In the sub-ultra world at Breakneck Point 21K, Aimee secured a top 10 finish for the first race of the Golden Trail National Series. On this episode, you'll hear, it's not always about the result but the lessons learned along the way! You can find more information about The Running Kind here. https://therunningkind.net/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/therunningkind/ @therunningkind_ If you are looking for additional ways to support The Running Kind, check out our Patreon page! patreon.com/TheRunningKind   Aimee Kohler  Founder of The Running Kind @aimskoh   Emily Walker @mtsweclimbed   Produced by Joshua Walker Music Dim Red Light by Don Dilego

No matter how you define “hard,” heading outside offers plenty of chances to tackle it. Many people who choose to tackle hard stuff outside are pushed to do so to honor some kind of “why.” For some of us, that “why” is health or to push our own personal boundaries. For others, the “why” is on behalf of someone else. Ultrarunner Emily Halnon's “why” has everything to do with her mom, who died from an aggressive form of cancer in early 2020. To honor her she headed out to tackle a major challenge running on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). It's a story she's now shared in her new book “To The Gorge.” Through her journey, she learned the power of moving through hard stuff. In this episode you'll hear Emily share the things she's learned through that journey and how you can make yourself do hard things outside, too.   Connect with this episode: Read Emily Halnon's new book, To The Gorge (affiliate link) Visit Emily's website Follow Emily on Instagram Join the Humans Outside Challenge Follow Humans Outside on Instagram Follow Humans Outside on Facebook Some of the good stuff: [4:06] Emily Halnon's favorite outdoor space [5:36] How Emily became someone who likes to go outside [7:05] How Emily's mom inspired her running career [10:29] All about Andrea Halnon's adventurous life [15:27] The grief and grit in running across Oregon [22:37] How to get mentally tough to prepare for a mega run [30:01] Why hard stuff outside helps us prepare for life's challenges. [33:04] The internal dialogue of pushing through the tough stuff [35:07] Why it's not a bad thing to feel a little scared [36:39] Emily's favorite outdoor moment

“​​A year and a half ago I didn't think that I could do an hour loop on that mountain & on race day a lot of my times were sub-50 minute loops. For me that was a lot of confidence & showcasing that if you put some hard work in and work on that technical terrain you can see some big improvements.”    In this episode, Aimee and Emily introduce themselves to the listeners. We talk about some of our favorite local trails to run and how we both started our running journeys. We dive into our recent race efforts, Fastest Known Time efforts & what's ahead for 2024.    You can find more information about The Running Kind here. https://therunningkind.net/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/therunningkind/ @therunningkind_   If you are looking for additional ways to support The Running Kind, check out our Patreon page! patreon.com/TheRunningKind   Aimee Kohler  Founder of The Running Kind @aimskoh   Emily Walker @mtsweclimbed   Producer Joshua Walker Music Dim Red Light by Don Dilego

Jason Hardrath is a mountaineering, ultra running adventurist from the Pacific Northwest. Oh yeah, and his day job? He's a school teacher. Join Brian as he has a conversation with the holder of over 100 Fastest Known Times.

Buzz Burrell is one of the founders of fkt.com, a website that monitors and tracks the fastest known time of most every conceivable route in the world. Brian and Buzz speak mostly about R3-Alt, the alternate rim-to-rim-to-rim route at Grand Canyon. Buzz helps us understand what it takes to complete an achivement such as R3-Alt.

In their first under 20-minute episode called an "Outdoor Quickie," Jen and Dyana delve into the exhilarating world of Fastest Known Times (FKTs), exploring what it takes to break world records in hiking. They uncover the allure for adventurous individuals who crave speed and aspire to set new standards in the outdoor space.Check out the FKT website: www.fastestknowntime.comFollow Paul Johnson as he runs across the United States: www.instagram.com/pauijohnsonTimestamps:0:00 Intro0:24 What is an Outdoor Quickie?0:50 Fastest Known Times (FKTs)2:35 How to qualify an FKT route3:21 Unsupported FKT4:29 Self-Supported FKT5:35 Supported FKT6:26 Now how fast are these people anyway?7:25 Naval Officer, Paul Johnson, running across America9:40 Why would someone go for an Fastest Known Time record?13:04 Kristian Morgan sets new Appalachian Trail FKT15:30 Who coined the term "FKT"?16:15 Is Dyana going to attempt her own FKT?Where to find and support Bush & Banter: Follow Bush & Banter on Instagram: @bushandbanter Visit Bush & Banter's website: www.bushandbanter.com Join Bush & Banter's Patreon community: patreon.com/bushandbanter E-mail Bush & Banter: bushandbanter@gmail.com Follow Dyana on Instagram: @dyanacarmella Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @thewhimsicalwoman

In this episode, I interview Rachel Belmont who manages to work 12 hour shifts as a nurse followed by hours of training for ultra distance races like the Iditarod, Jungle Ultra in Peru, as well as some Fastest Known Time attempts. She also discusses why she moved on from skydiving and much more. When it comes to distance, there isn't one that she fears. Follow Rachel on the following: Facebook & Instagram To Support The Show: ⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠ Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠Awwyeah⁠ Background Music: ⁠Closer by Jay Someday --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themileyourein/support

Kia ora e te whānau. Running is often seen as a solitary endevour, however we are always buoyed up by those around us. For those of us who attempt feats that many would consider impossible, or at best improbable, family are essential. Which leads us to our tale about the Appalachian Trail and the Captain. The Captain, ably abetted by Gun Section and The Iceman set out to conquer the southbound FKT (or Fastest Known Time) and conquer it they did, travelling 2189 miles in 45 days, 4 hours, and 27 minutes to cinch the supported record. What follows is a fantastic conversation with Kristian Morgan, a British ultramarathon runner and coach and the only person to do both a north bound and south bound in under 90 days in two consecutive seasons. The lore of the trail is rich, and we talk about trail names, preparation, animals, and mindset in this week's episode of Dirt Church Radio. Best Enjoyed Running.Episode Links Kristian Morgan Home Kristian Morgan Instagram FKT of the year SCOTT Running Julbo Eyewear UltrAspireirunfarDirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on Twitter Dirt Church Radio on Facebook Dirt Church Radio on PatreonCieleFurther Faster New Zealand

Go to https://www.GarageGrownGear.com/ for up to 25% off with sitewide deals! Don't miss their Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales! Will Peterson set the unsupported Fastest Known Time for the Vermont Long Trail in 2023. It's an incredible feat of athleticism, grit, and determination... but was it even worth it? Is an effort like this even fun, or is it just nothing but pain? What happens when someone else comes along and breaks your record? We talk about all this, and much, much more. Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_will.peterson/ Will's Podcast 'From the Backcountry': Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-backcountry/id1616882162 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0dkhShE2VGmusRdFz7MMfX?si=a9020fa4bc3249bc Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleHatesHiking Follow me on Instagram

In this episode, I had the pleasure of catching up with Nick Fowler for the third time. Now, you might remember Nick as the guy who conquered the Self-Supported Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the Pacific Northwest Trail and the Ozark Trail in our previous chats. Back then, he was dealing with some pesky ankle injuries but was determinedly preparing for a shot at the Self-Supported FKT on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). It's been a fantastic journey following Nick's evolution as a runner, hiker, and all-around person. And guess what? Nick not only took on the PCT challenge but crushed it in a jaw-dropping 52 days, 9 hours, and 18 minutes! We dive deep into his experiences, lessons learned, and how he's grown. His journey has it all….including blood, sweat, and tears! So, if you're up for some inspiring stories and a good dose of ultrarunning enthusiasm, you're in for a treat. Nick's journey is a testament to dedication and pushing boundaries, and it's always a blast chatting with him! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/nickfowler3

Tara Dower (Candy Mama) just set the Colorado Trail Women's Fastest Known Time at 8 days, 21 hours, and 59 minutes. The previous record was 9 days, 10 hours, and 52 minutes by Betsy Kalmeyer. Tara shares all about her recent Colorado Trail FKT, all about her new book Light & Easy, and all about meeting up with Jester this summer to cheer on their favorite Ultra Runner at the Hardrock 100!  Tara's Book - Light & Easy: Email Tara For Copy: tarakomlo99@gmail.com  Follow Tara On YouTube Colorado Trail Fastest Known Time  Hiker Safety Collaboration With Tara Podcast with Tara about the MST FKT: Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: Julie Gayheart YouTube: Join Jester On YouTube  Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning"

Steve is joined by the Chamonix Fit master himself, Neil Maclain-Martin, to interview the legendary mountain athlete, Hillary Gerardi. Among her accomplishments as a skyrunning series champion and Mont Blanc 90 km winner, Hillary most recently set a new Fastest Known Time summiting Mont Blanc in 7 hours, 25 minutes and 28 seconds. Steve, Neil and Hillary discuss Hillary's introduction to mountain running and how she has combined her elite running with ski touring and alpinism. Hillary and her husband Brad, share a deep passion for conservation and climate activism which factors greatly into her mountain pursuits. The three continue with a discussion on Hillary's route choice for her FKT and the impact these decisions have on setting safe examples in the mountains. Hillary also brings up the relationship she has with her coach and the deep trust and collaboration the two have to help Hillary be her best. This is an inspiring and thought provoking episode sure to get you excited to head to the mountains.

In this episode, I'm joined by David Hedges and Jack Kuenzle. You may have already seen it in the news, but David recently set a new supported and overall FKT on the Nolan's 14 route in Colorado, finishing in a time of 39 hours, 6 minutes and 40 seconds. Jack joins the conversation as a member of his crew and pacing team and together we break down his effort, strategy, philosophy around choosing personal projects versus formal racing goals, and the impact of the effort in the broader community. **One thing to note - there are moments of profanity in this episode, please keep that in mind if you find that off-putting or aren't in the best environment to listen to such banter.Sponsors:Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/discount/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next orderKodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order.HVMN - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://hvmn.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order or 30% off your subscription.Links:Fastest Known Time - Nolan's 14 (Route History)Follow David on Instagram and StravaFollow Jack on Instagram and StravaFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Lachlan Morton is a professional cyclist and mountain biker from Australia, currently riding for  UCI WorldTeam EF Education–EasyPost. He's notched podium finishes at the Leadville 100, rode the Fastest Known Time for Kokopelli's Trail in 2020,  and set the Everesting cycling world record in 2020. He also completed the Alt Tour in 2021, cycling the entire Tour de France route unsupported, beating the peloton by five days. In this interview we ask: Congrats on your podium finish at Unbound earlier this month. Were you thinking there might be such a close finish from the beginning of the race? How did you get into cycling competition initially? Has your motivation for racing changed? What did you learn while riding and filming Thereabouts in 2014?  We've heard that you're hoping to make a run at the record for circumnavigating the world by bike. Is an attempt still on your radar? Have you mapped out a potential route? How long do you think it would take? Is it risky to publicize an FKT attempt before you make it? It seems like a lot of your adventures are tied to fundraising for various non-profits. Which causes are near and dear to your heart? Are you someone who learns by reading books and listening to others, or are you more of an experiential learner? How is EF a good sponsorship fit for you? In Thereabouts you mention riding a frankenbike as a kid that didn't have brakes. What did that teach you about riding? About life? Is there a pressure on professional athletes to have a strong social media presence today? How does that compare to 5-10 years ago? How can the sport support pro athletes better, and how can athletes better support the sport? In the video of your Kokopelli FKT run you look super calm and collected. Is that an accurate reflection of how you were feeling? Do you think you could have done it faster? What do you want your legacy to be? Keep up with Lachlan @lachlanmorton and EF Education-EasyPost @efprocycling Photo credit: EF Education-EasyPost. The Singletracks podcast is brought to you by TPC -- The Pro's Closet. Spring is the perfect time to upgrade, and TPC has an industry-leading selection of new and Certified Pre-Owned bikes, plus frames, wheels and accessories. Each Certified, Pre-Owned bike is inspected, tested and serviced, and every bike includes thirty day returns. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tpc.bike/singletracks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and enter code Singletracks40 to save forty dollars on every order over two hundred. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/singletracks/support

Kristian Morgan has attempted to set the Fastest Known Time for the Appalachian Trail three times since 2019. In 2022 he was able to capture the second fastest time in the world, but fell short of the ultimate goal. He's not giving up though, and in July of 2023 he's going for his fourth attempt... and this time, he just might get it. Go follow Kristian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristianultra/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact me on Instagram (@kylehateshiking), or send me an email: trailtalespod@gmail.com Subscribe on iTunes, and listen on Spotify and Stitcher

Fastest Known Time, Falcon Trail Guide author, photographer-stud-funny-man Eli Burakian went 13 days unsupported across Iceland, and then calls up AFB just before he takes down his Rhode Island North South unsupported FKT.  He then blazes down the patreon list kicking ass and scalping names!   And begs AFB to tell the story of the Erie Canal. Welcome to the shit show.... Check out his FKTs UltraSignup Results Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Twitter @BlueBlazeRunner Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112