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Steve Holmberg and Matt Trappe are back for a debrief on one of the biggest weeks in trail running — Broken Arrow, Western States, and everything in between at TrailCon. Steve breaks down his state-of-the-industry analysis: why trail running's rebrand from "ultra running" unlocked massive new participation, why the sport is about to fragment the way mountain biking did decades ago, and why brands chasing "max" specs are about to pivot to "right" specs built specifically for trail. Then Matt takes listeners inside a project few people got to experience firsthand — a house in Tahoe built with Skratch and other partners, designed to bring brand leaders, athletes, and creators together without competitive walls. He explains the intention behind it, what happened when 37 of 40 people in the room spoke up during an unscripted conversation, and why some of the best moments of the week happened specifically because they weren't being recorded. Show Notes: Popfly for Brands: https://popf.ly/secondnaturebrands Popfly for Creators: https://popf.ly/secondnaturecreators Steve Holmberg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenholmberg/ Matt Trappe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-trappe/ Insight Accelerator: https://insight-accelerator.com/ Matter of Brand: https://amatterofbrand.substack.com/ TrailCon: https://www.trailconference.com Tommie Runz: https://www.instagram.com/tommie_runz/ Salomon TV - Trail Dogs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05sUhlxFBk0 Salomon TV - Bill Dooper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OF8ZdwpnTLQ WSJ on Trail Runners: https://www.wsj.com/style/fashion/trail-running-footwear-9d39a2c6 Broken Arrow: https://www.brokenarrowskyrace.com/ ACG: https://www.nike.com/acg Freetrail: https://www.freetrail.com Tantrums: https://tantrums.run/ Amazfit: https://us.amazfit.com/ Skratch: https://www.skratchlabs.com/ SF Run Co: https://store.sfrunco.com/ BPC - Brand, Product, Content: Hilary Yang "Raise The Bar": https://www.thehilaryann.com/raise-the-bar Marin Rift Zone EL XR: https://marinbikes.com/products/2025-rift-zone-el-xr-int Golden Hour Racing Shirt: https://auteursportif.com/collections/golden-hour-racing-capsule Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/second-nature-media Meet us on Slack: https://www.launchpass.com/second-nature Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondnature.media Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.secondnature.media Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@secondnaturemedia
The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: MidPack Musings SubStackSupport the MidPacker Pod on Patreon.Check Out MPP Merch Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching Page STOKED TO PARTNER WITH PLAY ON RELIEF - 20% off your first orderGO BREWING - 20% off your first orderUSE MIDPACKER TO GET THAT DISCOUNT FRIENDSRENDEZVU.CO - Check out the Gear I love our purchases support me directlyField Notes is back after a short break, and Troy has plenty to catch up on. Fresh off Western States week, he shares the moments that have stuck with him most, from Hans Troyer's fearless front-running to Vincent Bouillard's emotional victory, Jenn Lichter's breakout performance, and why Zack Miller remains his favorite ultrarunner of all time.The conversation then shifts from the sport to real life. Troy opens up about the decision to skip Laurel Highlands, why launching a new business changed his priorities, and how entrepreneurship and ultrarunning have more in common than most people realize. Rather than chasing races, he's embracing a season of enjoying the trails, building fitness, and preparing for a few exciting adventures later this year.He wraps things up with an update on his upcoming plans, thoughts on Hardrock, and a look at where the MidPacker Pod is headed for the rest of the season.Episode HighlightsWestern States reflections beyond the results.Why Hans Troyer's race reminded Troy of the Icarus story.Vincent Bouillard's memorable win and what it says about today's sport.Jenn Lichter's incredible Western States debut and why she's one to watch.Why Zack Miller continues to embody everything Troy loves about trail running.Is 2026 an "asterisk year" at Western States because of the cooler weather?The decision to skip Laurel Highlands and prioritize family and business.Introducing Lead Fōrj, Troy's new B2B lead generation agency.Summer running without the pressure of chasing races.Plans for the Barkley Fall Classic waitlist and an unsupported Pitchell FKT attempt.Excitement surrounding Hardrock and the return of mountain racing.Training TakeawaysConsistency often matters more than constantly chasing races.Sometimes the smartest training decision is saying no to an event.Building a business and training for ultras require many of the same skills: patience, resilience, and long-term thinking.Enjoying running for its own sake can be just as valuable as structured race preparation.Troy's Links IG: @Troyontherun @MidpackerpodRTL Ultra Coaching Lead FōrjRelevant LinksWestern States Endurance RunLaurel Highlands UltraHellbender 100Barkley Fall ClassicHardrock 100Partner Links: PlayOn Relief - https://playonrelief.comAll Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted ReliefUse MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderGo Brewing - https://gobrewing.com/discount/MIDPACKERNA Beers for people that enjoy brews that taste great and are better for you.Use MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderRendezvu.Co - https://www.rendezvu.co/troy-meadowsCheck out the Gear I love our purchases support me directlyVacation Races - https://www.vacationraces.comEpic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.Use MIDPACKER at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or TrailfestRun Trail Life - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Freetrail - https://freetrail.comVisit Freetrail.com to sign up today.MidPacker Pod, Field Notes, Troy Meadows, Western States, Hardrock 100, Laurel Highlands, Barkley Fall Classic, Hans Troyer, Vincent Bouillard, Jenn Lichter, Zack Miller, Hellbender 100, Lead Forge, entrepreneurship, summer running, trail running, ultrarunning, Pitchell, FKT, Asheville, HOKA, Go Brewing, Play On Relief, Rendezvu
Hardrock Uncovered is Ultra Uncovered's exclusive interview series leading into the 2026 Hardrock Endurance Run, bringing you inside the stories, preparation, and mindset of the athletes taking on one of ultrarunning's most iconic races.In Episode 6, we sit down with Dylan Bowman as he prepares to return to Hardrock for the third time and complete the clockwise direction, earning "True Hardrocker" status.Dylan reflects on two vastly different Hardrock experiences: his unforgettable runner-up finish in 2021 and the humbling challenges of 2023. Together, those races have reshaped how he thinks about suffering, competition, and what success looks like at this stage of his career.Now balancing fatherhood and leading FreeTrail, Dylan shares why he's approaching this year's race with more maturity, gratitude, and excitement than pressure. He also discusses the mentors and volunteers who have shaped his Hardrock journey, why he's proud to race wearing FreeTrail colors for the first time, and how reconnecting with training has reminded him why he fell in love with ultrarunning in the first place.This is a conversation about perspective, legacy, and discovering that sometimes the greatest victories aren't measured by a finish time, but by simply finding your way back to the joy of racing.Stay tuned as Hardrock Uncovered continues with more athlete conversations leading up to race weekend.
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Western States champion, Jenn Lichter. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Western States champion, Vincent Bouillard. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
This week, it's Ali, Andrew, and Matt rolling as the power trio we are, without an interview, because we wanted to cover something important and increasingly on people's minds. This started with a response to a Yaboyscottjurek post, where he'd come up with slogans for various personalities in the ultra world, including the race director of an ultra-ultra distance race, with “you wouldn't want it to be affordable, would you?” on their cap. Matt saw this, laughed, nodded, and moved on with his life, but a listener tagged us and the Freetrail podcast in the post and suggested we might want to dive into the subject. So we did, and the results may shock you. Even in a sport as relatively privileged as trail running, people are feeling the financial pinch, and nothing seems to be getting cheaper. So we ran some numbers and are excited to take you through what we found on the true cost of an ultramarathon. We've also got all the news from Laverado and Western States, and a follow-up from our man Lachlan Colebatch, who toed the line at Olympic Valley and got the job done. Dirt Church Radio – Best Enjoyed Running.--- --- ---Episode LinksWestern States Endurance Homeirunfar (the GOATS)Caitlin Fielder InstagramRyan Montgomery Instagram Sign up for the DCR AidStation newsletter and never miss an episode! Join us today.Dirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on FacebookFurther Faster New ZealandEnjoy!Music by Andrew McDowall, Digicake
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Tommie Runz. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the top storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide our expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe—come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels! In today's show, we share our final thoughts and predictions for the race. Host Dylan Bowman is joined by special guests Sally McRae and Hellah Sidibe. Who are you picking for the win? Let us know in the comments! And don't forget to make your picks in Freetrail Fantasy at fantasy.freetrail.com for a chance to win great prizes from Freetrail and HOKA. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the top storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide our expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe—come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels! Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Hayden Hawks. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the top storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide our expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe—come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels! Today's show is our official 2026 Western States 100 Preview Show featuring host Dylan Bowman alongside Tim Tollefson and Corrine Malcolm. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22 at 10:00am PT – Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25 at 3:30pm PT – Final Thoughts & Predictions Show • Saturday, June 27 at 4:00am PT – Live Western States Broadcast • Sunday, June 28 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow @runfreetrail on Instagram so you don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. Additional race week schedules, events, and activations can be found at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Check out the latest from HOKA—the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Hannah Allgood. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the top storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide our expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe—come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels! In today's Champions Show, we sit down with four legends of Western States history. Host Dylan Bowman is joined by: • Katie Schide (2024 champion) • Caleb Olson (2025 champion) • Clare Gallagher (2019 champion) • Nikki Kimball (three-time champion) Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Tara Dower. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Riley Brady. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Zach Miller. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Kilian Jornet Interview | 2026 Western States Race Week Coverage Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Kilian Jornet. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30 PM PT Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM PT Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and ensure you don't miss a thing! Presented by HOKA Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! Check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail — speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Additional Race Week Information Full Freetrail Schedule: https://freetrail.com/ Additional Events & Activations: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official Western States Race Week Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's Full Western States Schedule: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Western States 100 Top 10 Storylines Show | 2026 Race Week Coverage Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100, hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the biggest storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe. Come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels. In today's show, Dylan Bowman, Tim Tollefson, and Corrine Malcolm break down the Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 – 10:00 AM PT Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – 3:00 PM PT Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 – 3:00 PM PT Western States Champions Show Featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 – 3:30 PM PT Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 – 4:00 AM PT Live Western States Broadcast https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 – 3:00 PM PT Western States Instant Recap Show Beginning June 19th, we'll also be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow @runfreetrail on Instagram so you don't miss a thing. Presented by HOKA Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. Check out the latest from HOKA: the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Built for trails like Western States. Learn more: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Helpful Links Freetrail Race Week Schedule https://freetrail.com/ Additional Events & Activations https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official Western States Race Week Agenda https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's Full Western States Schedule https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Freetrail Links Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Molly Seidel Interview | 2026 Western States Race Week Coverage Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Molly Seidel. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30 PM PT Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM PT Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Presented by HOKA Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! Check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail — speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Additional Race Week Information Full Freetrail Schedule: https://freetrail.com/ Additional Events & Activations: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official Western States Race Week Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's Full Western States Schedule: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Marianne Hogan Interview | 2026 Western States Race Week Coverage Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Marianne Hogan. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30 PM PT Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM PT Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and ensure you don't miss a thing! Presented by HOKA Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! Check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail — speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Additional Race Week Information Full Freetrail Schedule: https://freetrail.com/ Additional Events & Activations: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official Western States Race Week Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's Full Western States Schedule: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with 2022 Western States champion Adam Peterman. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: https://freetrail.com/ https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official race website: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's full Western States schedule: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@Freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with 2025 4th place finisher Jeff Mogavero. Freetrail's Western States Schedule Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at Freetrail, on the dedicated Western States coverage page, and on the official race website. HOKA's full Western States schedule is also available online. Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | / dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrai... YouTube | / @freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | / dylan-bowman-06174380
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Broken Arrow Skyrace! In today's show we'll recap the 23k, talk to the race champions and share our instant reactions to the weekend overall. Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman and Dani Moreno. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our coverage of the Broken Arrow Skyrace is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@Freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with 2024 UTMB Champion Vincent Bouillard. Freetrail's Western States Schedule: --Monday June 22, 2026 at 10am PT - The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 --Tuesday June 23, 2026 at 3pm PT - Western States Preview Show --Wednesday June 24, 2026 at 3pm PT - Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher --Thursday June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT - Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions --Saturday June 27, 2026 - 4am PT - Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates --Sunday June 28, 2026 at 3pm PT - Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at https://freetrail.com/ plus here: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ and on the official race website here: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's full Western States schedule here: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! You can learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links: Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | / dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail YouTube | / @freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | / dylan-bowman-06174380
Hans Troyer Interview | 2026 Western States 100 Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Hans Troyer. Freetrail's Western States Schedule Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Preview Show Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4am PT – Tune into the live broadcast Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at Freetrail, on Splash, and on the official Western States website. HOKA's full Western States schedule is also available online. Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | /@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380
Adam Peterman Interview | 2026 Western States 100 Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with 2022 Western States champion Adam Peterman. Freetrail's Western States Schedule Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Preview Show Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4am PT – Tune into the live broadcast Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at Freetrail, on Splash, and on the official Western States website. HOKA's full Western States schedule is also available online. Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | /@Freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Broken Arrow Skyrace! In today's show we'll recap the 46k, talk to the race champions, and preview the 23k race. Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman and EmKay Sullivan. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our coverage of the Broken Arrow Skyrace is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! You can learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 In This Episode 46k race recap Interviews with the race champions Preview of the 23k race Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | / dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrai... YouTube | / @freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | / dylan-bowman-06174380
Francesco Puppi Interview | 2026 Western States 100 Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Francesco Puppi. Freetrail's Western States Schedule Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Preview Show Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4am PT – Tune into the live broadcast Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at Freetrail, on Splash, and on the official Western States website. HOKA's full Western States schedule is also available online. Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | /@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380
Broken Arrow Skyrace VK Recap & 46K Preview Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Broken Arrow Skyrace! In today's show we'll recap the VK (Ascent), talk to the race champions, and preview the 46k race. Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman and EmKay Sullivan. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our coverage of the Broken Arrow Skyrace is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | /@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380
The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: MidPack Musings SubStackSupport the MidPacker Pod on Patreon.Check Out MPP Merch Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching Page Check out the Gear I love HERE on rendezvu.co your purchases support me directlySTOKED TO PARTNER WITH PLAY ON RELIEF - 20% off your first orderGO BREWING - 20% off your first orderVACATION RACES - 15% off any Ultra, Half Marathon, or TrailfestUSE MIDPACKER TO GET THAT DISCOUNT FRIENDS"I basically didn't do it forever out of fear."Tim Tollefson has spent the last decade proving that growth often lives on the other side of discomfort.A two-time Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier, UTMB podium finisher, physical therapist, trail running pioneer, and founder of Mammoth Trail Fest, Tim's journey has been anything but linear. In this conversation, he shares how a career built around performance eventually evolved into something much bigger: community, connection, and learning to define success on his own terms.Tim reflects on his transition from road marathoning to trail running, his years with Nike Trail, HOKA, and Craft, and the lessons learned from competing at the highest levels of the sport. The conversation also dives deep into confidence versus courage, the power of self-belief, and what it took to finally bring his long-time dream of Mammoth Trail Fest to life.Throughout the episode, Tim offers a refreshing perspective on reinvention, entrepreneurship, and why betting on yourself is often the hardest—and most rewarding—decision you'll ever make.In This EpisodeTransitioning from marathon running to trail runningThe early days of Nike Trail and racing in EuropeConfidence vs. courage and finding self-beliefWhy athletes need an identity beyond performanceBuilding Mammoth Trail Fest from an idea into realityLessons learned from Nike, HOKA, and CraftThe future of trail running and protecting its cultureCommunity, connection, and creating opportunities for othersThis episode is a reminder that growth rarely comes from playing it safe. Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs happen when you stop waiting for permission and start leaning in.Timmy's Links:IG @timtollefsonMammoth Trail Fest - https://www.mammothtrailfest.comRelevant Links:The Mammoth 200 https://www.themammoth200.comCraft Sportswear https://www.craftsports.usUTMB Mont-Blanc https://utmb.worldBroken Arrow Skyrace https://brokenarrowskyrace.comThe Rut Mountain Runs https://runtherut.comBilly Yang https://billyyang.comPartner Links: PlayOn Relief - https://playonrelief.comAll Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted ReliefUse MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderGo Brewing - https://gobrewing.com/discount/MIDPACKERNA Beers for people that enjoy brews that taste great and are better for you.Less alcohol, fewer calories, and more productive tomorrows.Use MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderVacation Races - https://www.vacationraces.comEpic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.Use MIDPACKER at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or TrailfestRun Trail Life - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's.Freetrail - https://freetrail.comVisit Freetrail.com to sign up today.Tim Tollefson, Mammoth Trail Fest, Mammoth 200, UTMB, Nike Trail, HOKA, Craft Sportswear, Olympic Marathon Trials, trail running, ultrarunning, endurance sports, entrepreneurship, betting on yourself, confidence, courage, self-belief, identity, personal growth, community, race directing, Mammoth Lakes, Eastern Sierra, mentorship, storytelling, performance, resilience, trail culture, Free Trail, Rest Day Live
Canyon Woodward is pro trail runner for Patagonia from Franklin, NC. Canyon has proven himself to be among the most consistent long-course athletes in America, finishing top five at three golden ticket races in a six-month timespan: Javelina Jundred (3rd), Black Canyon 100k (4th), and Canyons 100k (5th). Carrying a lot of fitness and competitive momentum, Canyon will be a factor at Western States later this month -- a goal he's been chasing for several years. But Canyon is much more than just a talented runner. He's made his career working in politics and community organizing where he's fought for his values in the public domain – things like rural communities, environmentalism, and conservation, which we discuss at length in the episode. Also part of our conversation is Canyon's recently signing with Patagonia – the iconic outdoor brand that takes a leadership role in the industry and globally around the things that Canyon cares about – the collision of his running career and his career as an environmentalist and activist coming together is an exciting new partnership. This is his first appearance on the podcast. Topics: – Canyon's fascinating childhood and ppbringing – His education and discovering his knack for community organizing – Getting into politics and running a 100% positive campaign – the political power of rural communities – Of course we explore the origins of his running prowess – the value of learning by doing – Consistency and Success in Racing – Navigating Sponsorships and The new Partnership with Patagonia – Preparing for Western States – The Pacer Debate in Ultra Running – Goals for Western States – And a lot more Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front -- The poem recited at the end of the episode Sponsors: Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Check out the Capilene Cool Sun Hoodie from Patagonia Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount on Clearlight Saunas at HealWithHeat.com Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava
Rest Day Live is back tonight with a Freetrail x Boulder Boys mashup! Seth Ruhling and Adam Merry will co-host as we rip through a fun docket: 03:10 - Western States Banter: Seth withdrawing from the race, insider perspective on the field, Kilian affirming his participation, training in Flagstaff, etc. 42:37 - Canyon Woodward Signs with Patagonia 48:13 - Sunapee Scramble Recap 53:30 - European Championships Recap 1:01:00 - Industry News Roundup: Cocodona lottery & 50-mile relay idea, Rory Linkletter racing Broken Arrow 1:12:50 - Strava File of the Week We'll be LIVE on YouTube starting at 5pm PT tonight. Freetrail Links SUBSCRIBE TO FREETRAIL'S NEWSLETTER https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup JOIN FREETRAIL PRO https://freetrail.com/pro REGISTER FOR TRAILCON https://trailconference.com/register/ Sponsors Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition https://www.never2.com Check out the Capilene Cool Sun Hoodie from Patagonia https://www.patagonia.com/shop/favorites/capilene-cool-tech-tees/sun Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ https://ketone.com/pages/dylan-bowman?utm_source=partners&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=FREETRAIL30 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava | https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921
The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: MidPack Musings SubStackSupport the MidPacker Pod on Patreon.Check Out MPP Merch Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching PageCheck out the Gear I love HERE on rendezvu.coSTOKED TO PARTNER WITH PLAY ON RELIEF - 20% off your first orderVACATION RACES - 15% off any Ultra, Half Marathon, or TrailfestUSE PROMO CODE MIDPACKER "Running is such an individual endeavor, but it is absolutely a community sport."Sara Duncan didn't take the traditional path into running. She wasn't a standout athlete growing up and could barely run a mile when she joined her first run club in her twenties. Fast forward a decade and Sara is a trail runner, community builder, volunteer, and newly minted Hellbender 100 finisher.In this episode, Sara shares how a canceled 30th birthday party during the pandemic turned into a 30-mile challenge that launched her ultra running journey. From her first half marathon to running the Cruel Jewel 50 as a qualifier, Sara's story is one of persistence, curiosity, and embracing the unknown.The conversation dives deep into her first 100-mile experience at Hellbender, where a perfect race quickly turned into a masterclass in problem-solving. Foot pain, blisters, shoe issues, and an unexpected reaction to wool socks tested her resolve, but quitting was never on the table. Sara talks openly about leaning on her crew, pacers, volunteers, and the larger trail running community to make it to the finish line.The episode also explores Sara's passion for community building through SNARC (Sylva and Neighboring Area Run Club), her one-for-one commitment to volunteering for every race she runs, and a fundraising effort supporting Vecinos, an organization serving farm workers and underserved communities in Western North Carolina.In This EpisodeGoing from non-runner to ultramarathonerThe Yeti 30-for-30 challenge that changed everythingRunning Cruel Jewel 50 to qualify for HellbenderBuilding SNARC from the ground upWhy welcoming new runners mattersLessons learned from a difficult first 100 milerThe importance of crew, pacers, and volunteersSupporting Vecinos through Hellbender fundraisingSara's Dirtbag Spinster SubstackKey TakeawaySometimes success isn't about having the perfect race. Sometimes success is simply refusing to stop moving forward.Sara's Links IG: @dirtbagspinsterSubStack: https://substack.com/@dirtbagspinsterRelevant LinksHellbender 100 – https://www.hellbender100.comCruel Jewel 50 – https://dumassevents.com/cruel-jewel-50Trail Sisters – https://trailsisters.netVecinos Farmworker Health Program – https://vecinos.orgRaritan Valley Road Runners – https://www.rvrrc.orgPartner Links: PlayOn Relief - https://playonrelief.comProven Pain Relief for People Who Refuse to Stop!All Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted ReliefUse MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderVacation Races - https://www.vacationraces.comEpic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.Use MIDPACKER at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or TrailfestRun Trail Life - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Use 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.comVisit Freetrail.com to sign up today.Sara Duncan, Hellbender 100, first 100 miler, ultra running, trail running, Cruel Jewel 50, Western North Carolina, SNARC, Sylva and Neighboring Area Run Club, community building, volunteering, pacing, crewing, Trail Sisters, Vecinos, Dirtbag Spinster, Janji, Injinji, blisters, foot care, resilience, ultramarathon, Hellbender race report, mid pack runner, endurance sports, Western Carolina University
The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: MidPack Musings SubStackSupport the MidPacker Pod on Patreon.Check Out MPP Merch Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching PageCheck out the Gear I love HERE on rendezvu.coSTOKED TO PARTNER WITH PLAY ON RELIEF - 20% off your first orderTRAINING PEAKS - 20% off a premium annual subscriptionVACATION RACES - 15% off any Ultra, Half Marathon, or Trailfest“Through endurance we conquer.”In this special MidPacker Pod episode, returning guest Julio Palma flips the script and puts Troy Meadows in the hot seat to unpack Troy's recent finish at the Hellbender 100. What unfolds is an honest and vulnerable conversation about setbacks, growth, mental toughness, and what it really means to keep showing up when things get hard.Troy opens up about his running journey—from growing up around endurance sports, to rediscovering running after losing both his mother and his dog in the same week, to eventually falling in love with trail and ultra running after reading Born to Run. The conversation also dives deep into Troy's first 100-mile DNF at Dark Divide and how that experience forced him to reevaluate his mindset, priorities, and relationship with chasing qualifiers for races like Western States and Hardrock.The heart of the episode centers around Hellbender 100, one of the toughest races on the East Coast. Troy shares how this training block was the strongest of his life, the nutrition struggles and sleep deprivation he battled during the race, and how support from family, friends, and the trail community helped carry him through the darkest moments of the night.Some key themes from the episode include:Using running as a tool for resilience and mental healthLearning from failure and difficult race experiencesThe balance between chasing qualifiers and enjoying the sportTraining consistency, durability, and strength workManaging low moments during ultras and continuing forwardThe importance of community in trail runningThis one is raw, relatable, and full of those classic MidPacker moments where everyday runners chase extraordinary goals.Relevant LinksHellbender 100Run828 FoundationLaurel Highlands UltraHellbender Participant GuideHellbender Course InfoLaurel Highlands Hiking TrailPartner Links: PlayOn Relief - https://playonrelief.comAll Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted ReliefUse MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderTraining PeaksA training app as versatile as you. Start your free trial at https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpackerUse MIDPACKER at checkout for 20% off an Annual Premium SubscriptionVacation Races - https://www.vacationraces.comEpic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.Use MIDPACKER at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or TrailfestWahoo Fitness - https://www.wahoofitness.comKICKR RUN It's not running indoors. It's running, reimagined.Run Your WayBuy the Wahoo KICKR RUN use code MIDPACK to get a free KICKR HEADWIND smart Bluetooth fan. Remember to add the HEADWIND to the cart and the code will apply to discount.Run Trail Life - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Use 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.comVisit Freetrail.com to sign up today.Hellbender 100, Julio Palma, Troy Meadows, MidPacker Pod, ultra running, trail running, Hardrock qualifier, Western States, DNF, Dark Divide, Laurel Highlands, Run828, endurance, ultramarathon, mental toughness, resilience, Asheville trail running, strength training, ultra mindset, hundred miler, endurance sports, Appalachian trails, race recap, ultrarunning community
The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: MidPack Musings SubStackSupport the MidPacker Pod on Patreon.Check Out MPP Merch Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching PageCheck out the Gear I love HERE on rendezvu.coSTOKED TO PARTNER WITH PLAY ON RELIEF - 20% off your first orderTRAINING PEAKS - 20% off a premium annual subscriptionVACATION RACES - 15% off any Ultra, Half Marathon, or TrailfestUSE PROMO CODE MIDPACKER FOR A SWEET DISCOUNTWAHOO FITNESS - Use Code MIDPACK: When you pick up a Wahoo KICKR RUN get a free KICKR HEADWIND smart Bluetooth fan. Remember to add the HEADWIND to the cart and the code will apply to discount.“Life is fragile…shit can change in a second.”In this episode of the MidPacker Pod, Troy sits down with longtime friend and community staple Matt Van Dalsem (MVD) for a conversation that feels more like catching up over beers than a formal interview. From early days as a basketball player who saw running as punishment, to becoming a dedicated trail runner immersed in the sport's culture, Matt's journey is anything but traditional.What stands out most is how Matt found his way into ultras later in life; through curiosity, community, and proximity to the iconic Bay Area trails like Tilden Park. His first true ultra, the Dick Collins 50 miler, marked the start of a deeper connection to the sport. From there, experiences like the Canyons 100K and involvement with FreeTrail and Trailing Indicators helped shape his identity as a true midpacker balancing life, family, and big goals.But this episode goes deeper than race results. Matt shares a powerful and emotional story about loss in his family and how it reshaped his perspective on running, and life. It's a raw reminder that while we chase big goals, life can shift in an instant.Key Takeaways:Running doesn't need to start early to become meaningfulCommunity is often the glue that keeps us in the sportTaking care of yourself, on and off the trail, is essentialLife is fragile…be present and appreciate the momentRelevant LinksWestern States Endurance Run: https://www.wser.orgCanyons Endurance Runs: https://canyons.utmb.worldTahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs: https://trter.com/Cocodona 250: https://cocodona.comPartner Links: PlayOn Relief - https://playonrelief.comProven Pain Relief for People Who Refuse to Stop!All Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted ReliefUse MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderTraining Peaks A training app as versatile as you. Start your free trial at https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpackerUse MIDPACKER at checkout for 20% off an Annual Premium SubscriptionVacation Races - https://www.vacationraces.comEpic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.Use MIDPACKER at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or TrailfestWahoo Fitness - https://www.wahoofitness.comKICKR RUN invites the rhythm, flow, and freedom of outdoor running inside.It's not running indoors. It's running, reimagined.Run Your WayBuy the Wahoo KICKR RUN use code MIDPACK to get a free KICKR HEADWIND smart Bluetooth fan. Remember to add the HEADWIND to the cart and the code will apply to discount.Run Trail Life - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Use 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.comVisit Freetrail.com to sign up today.Matt Van Dalsem, Midpacker Pod, trail running, ultrarunning, Canyons 100K, Western States, Tahoe Rim Trail, trail running community, FreeTrail, Trailing Indicators, resilience, grief, endurance sports, Bay Area trails, midpack runners
Rest Day Live is back tonight to with Corrine Malcolm in the co-host chair. We'll be joined by Jim Walmsley at the top of the show to discuss his addition to the Western States field. Run of show: Jim Walmsley Interview Jim's Impact on WS Field Golden Ticket Races Announced Transvulcania Preview Strava File of the Week We'll be LIVE on YouTube starting at 5pm PT tonight. SUBSCRIBE TO FREETRAIL'S NEWSLETTER - https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup JOIN FREETRAIL PRO - https://freetrail.com/pro REGISTER FOR TRAILCON - https://trailconference.com/register/ Sponsors: Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at https://www.never2.com Check out the Capilene Cool Sun Hoodie from Patagonia https://www.patagonia.com/shop/favorites/capilene-cool-tech-tees/sun Clearlight Sauna: Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount with purchase at https://healwithheat.com/ Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ - https://ketone.com/pages/dylan-bowman?utm_source=partners&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=FREETRAIL30 Freetrail Links: Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Links: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava | https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921
The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: MidPack Musings SubStackSupport the MidPacker Pod on Patreon.Check Out MPP Merch Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching PageSTOKED TO PARTNER WITH PLAY ON RELIEF - 20% off your first orderTRAINING PEAKS - 20% off a premium annual subscriptionVACATION RACES - 15% off any Ultra, Half Marathon, or TrailfestUSE PROMO CODE MIDPACKER FOR A SWEET DISCOUNT“The $hittiest mile in a hundred miler would still probably be better than the mile I could run at 85.”This week on the MidPacker Pod, Troy Meadows sits down with Ryan Thrower for one of the most honest and wide-ranging conversations the show has had in a while. Ryan opens up about his journey from bartending in Indianapolis and living out of his car while exploring the American West… to becoming one of the key creative voices behind Freetrail and modern trail running media.The conversation dives deep into curiosity, creativity, and learning to say yes to opportunity before you feel ready. Ryan shares stories about discovering trail running through Born to Run and Eat and Run, volunteering at Cascade Crest 100 Mile Endurance Run, and eventually building a life around storytelling, mountains, music, and community.The two also unpack Ryan's unique approach to ultrarunning—especially his love for “step-for-step” adventures with friends at races like the Swiss Alps 100 and upcoming adventures filming Courtney Dauwalter at Cocodona 250 and running the Mammoth.But the heart of this episode centers around a bigger topic: the fragility of life. Ryan reflects on gratitude, staying present, creative burnout, and why even the hardest miles are gifts when viewed through the right lens.Topics DiscussedBuilding a creative career in trail running mediaMusic, photography, and storytellingFreetrail, TrailCon, and race-week chaosStep-for-step ultrarunning adventuresThe power of curiosity and learning in publicGratitude and the fragility of lifeMammoth training and redefining “moseying”Ryan's LinksIG: @ryanthrower@freetrailRelevant LinksFreetrailCocodona 250Western States Endurance RunThe Freetrail Podcast with Dylan BowmanFreetrail YouTube ChannelPartner Links: PlayOn Relief - https://playonrelief.comProven Pain Relief for People Who Refuse to Stop!All Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted ReliefUse MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderTraining PeaksA training app as versatile as you. Start your free trial at https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpackerUse MIDPACKER at checkout for 20% off an Annual Premium SubscriptionVacation Races - https://www.vacationraces.comEpic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.Use MIDPACKER at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or TrailfestWahoo Fitness - https://www.wahoofitness.comKICKR RUN invites the rhythm, flow, and freedom of outdoor running inside.It's not running indoors. It's running, reimagined.Run Your WayBuy the Wahoo KICKR RUN use code MIDPACK to get a free KICKR HEADWIND smart Bluetooth fan. Remember to add the HEADWIND to the cart and the code will apply to discount.Run Trail Life - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Use 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.comVisit Freetrail.com to sign up today.Ryan Thrower, Freetrail, trail running, ultrarunning, Cocodona 250, Western States, Mammoth, storytelling, photography, music, creativity, gratitude, fragility of life, ultramarathon, trail culture, Dylan Bowman, community, endurance sports, trail media, curiosity
Rest Day Live is back tonight to with Tim Tollefson in the co-host chair. It was a busy weekend of racing and we have a lot to discuss. Run of Show BREAKING NEWS: TrailCon Keynote & Freetrail Update Tim's Takes: Canyons Final Thoughts & Marathon World Records Final Western States Lists Madeira Island Ultra Trail Results & Storylines Mt. FUJI Results & Storylines Industry News Roundup Strava File of the Week Bonus Miles (Freetrail Pro) Miller vs. Hawks 2 (Join Freetrail Pro to access) We'll be LIVE on YouTube every Monday starting at 5pm PT tonight. Links & Resources SUBSCRIBE TO FREETRAIL'S NEWSLETTER - https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup JOIN FREETRAIL PRO - https://freetrail.com/pro REGISTER FOR TRAILCON - https://trailconference.com/register/ Sponsors Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at https://www.never2.com Check out the Capilene Cool Sun Hoodie from Patagonia https://www.patagonia.com/shop/favorites/capilene-cool-tech-tees/sun Clearlight Sauna: Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount with purchase at https://healwithheat.com/ Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ - https://ketone.com/pages/dylan-bowman?utm_source=partners&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=FREETRAIL30 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava | https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921
The UTMB Index and race scores have become increasingly significant in the global trail running ecosystem. The Index upstream of sponsorship and race entry opportunities for pros, it allows fans to gauge who is performing best on the world's stage, and it helps media members contextualize performances across years, distances, and different course terrains. Today the UTMB Index is evolving in some subtle yet important ways. Joining me to talk all about it are Adrian Vincentand Karen Merlin — two members of the team who worked on this new system and are well qualified to explain how things are changing and what it means for the sport. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro + episode overview (UTMB Index) 00:50 – Guest introductions (Adrian Vincent & Karen Merlin) 02:50 – Why the UTMB Index was created 07:25 – Why the index matters for the sport 10:45 – Index vs. race scores explained 13:40 – What the index is (and isn't) 15:45 – Why changes were needed 19:40 – Gender scoring discussion 24:40 – Myth: bias toward UTMB races 26:15 – Challenge of collecting global race results 30:55 – Myth: weather/conditions affect scores 37:15 – New scoring system overview 39:25 – Step 1: Finding similar races 42:40 – Step 2: Expected score + confidence 47:45 – Step 3: Selecting high-quality data 51:20 – Step 4: Final calculation (regression explained) 55:05 – Retroactive re-scoring (what changes) 56:10 – Impact on everyday runners 57:10 – Impact on elite athletes + qualification 58:55 – Myth: bad races hurt your index 01:00:55 – Highest scores ever (new system) 01:06:10 – Behind the scenes of the rebuild 01:09:00 – Transparency + final thoughts 01:10:30 – Closing remarks Additional Material: Educational video: "How my UTMB Index is calculated" Methodology note General public article REGISTER FOR TRAILCON - https://trailconference.com/ Sponsors: Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Check out the Capilene Cool Sun Hoodie from Patagonia Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount on Clearlight Saunas at HealWithHeat.com Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Canyons by UTMB, brought to you in partnership with our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their long-term belief in and support of Freetrail! Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman and he's joined by long-time co-host Corrine Malcolm. We are recording from the Placer Land Trust office which sits directly in front of The Canyons finish line located in downtown Auburn. Timestamps: -- 50k Champions Interviews (Matt Daniels & Makena Morley) -- 1:50 100k Women's Podium Interviews (Riley Brady, Careth Arnold, & Sarah Allaben) -- 22:30 100k Mens's Podium Interviews (Adam Peterman, Zach Miller, & Hayden Hawks) -- 46:30 Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Canyons by UTMB. --Thursday April 23rd LIVE at 5pm PT: 100k Preview: Storylines, Stats and Contenders --Friday April 24th LIVE at 12pm PT: Golden Ticket Predictions at 12pm PT: Final Thoughts & Canyons 50k Preview --Saturday April 25th LIVE at 5pm PT: Canyons by UTMB Instant Recap Show: Golden Tickets, Podium Interviews & Race Highlights Check out the HOKA Speedgoat 7 shoes, a grippy, responsive ride for technical terrain. You can also head over to the HOKA Speedgoat 7 Vert Challenge on Strava: https://www.strava.com/challenges/5640?utm_source=social&utm_medium=challenge_partner&utm_campaign=hoka_challenge_5640&_branch_match_id=1538634737242359682&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAAwXBQQqAIBAF0BOpyyCIFh0kpvqpaM4wDrbr7L2XzKTPIXRTGuRJxNfcSkhcyHUBrshkbnIDau5MVCtaxPopbqjmFvdD%2Be3QZUvKD35ZAzWTUQAAAA%3D%3D Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at HOKA! Freetrail Links: Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | / dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrai... YouTube | / @freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | / dylan-bowman-06174380
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Canyons by UTMB, brought to you in partnership with our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their long-term belief in and support of Freetrail! Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman and he's joined by long-time co-host Corrine Malcolm. We are recording from the Placer Land Trust office which sits directly in front of The Canyons finish line located in downtown Auburn. Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Canyons by UTMB. --Thursday April 23rd LIVE at 5pm PT: 100k Preview: Storylines, Stats and Contenders - -Friday April 24th LIVE at 12pm PT: Golden Ticket Predictions at 12pm PT: Final Thoughts & Canyons 50k Preview --Saturday April 25th LIVE at 5pm PT: Canyons by UTMB Instant Recap Show: Golden Tickets, Podium Interviews & Race Highlights Check out the HOKA Speedgoat 7 shoes, a grippy, responsive ride for technical terrain. You can also head over to the HOKA Speedgoat 7 Vert Challenge on Strava: https://www.strava.com/challenges/5640?utm_source=social&utm_medium=challenge_partner&utm_campaign=hoka_challenge_5640&_branch_match_id=1538634737242359682&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAAwXBQQqAIBAF0BOpyyCIFh0kpvqpaM4wDrbr7L2XzKTPIXRTGuRJxNfcSkhcyHUBrshkbnIDau5MVCtaxPopbqjmFvdD%2Be3QZUvKD35ZAzWTUQAAAA%3D%3D Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at HOKA! Freetrail Links: Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | / dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrai... YouTube | / @freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | / dylan-bowman-06174380
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Canyons by UTMB, brought to you in partnership with our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their long-term belief in and support of Freetrail! Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman and he's joined by long-time co-host Corrine Malcolm. We are recording from the Placer Land Trust office which sits directly in front of The Canyons finish line located in downtown Auburn. Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Canyons by UTMB. --Thursday April 23rd LIVE at 5pm PT: 100k Preview: Storylines, Stats and Contenders - -Friday April 24th LIVE at 12pm PT: Golden Ticket Predictions at 12pm PT: Final Thoughts & Canyons 50k Preview --Saturday April 25th LIVE at 5pm PT: Canyons by UTMB Instant Recap Show: Golden Tickets, Podium Interviews & Race Highlights Check out the HOKA Speedgoat 7 shoes, a grippy, responsive ride for technical terrain. You can also head over to the HOKA Speedgoat 7 Vert Challenge on Strava: https://www.strava.com/challenges/5640?utm_source=social&utm_medium=challenge_partner&utm_campaign=hoka_challenge_5640&_branch_match_id=1538634737242359682&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAAwXBQQqAIBAF0BOpyyCIFh0kpvqpaM4wDrbr7L2XzKTPIXRTGuRJxNfcSkhcyHUBrshkbnIDau5MVCtaxPopbqjmFvdD%2Be3QZUvKD35ZAzWTUQAAAA%3D%3D Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at HOKA! Freetrail Links: Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | / dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrai... YouTube | / @freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | / dylan-bowman-06174380
Rest Day Live is back tonight with Tim Tollefson in the co-host chair, broadcasting from Boston on Marathon Monday. We're joined at the top of the show by Molly Seidel to discuss her upcoming races at Canyons 50k and Western States, along with her new partnership with SATISFY. We'll be LIVE on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT. Run of Show Molly Seidel interview Mathieu Blanchard joins KIPRUN Zach Miller Golden Ticket chase Madeira Island Ultra Trail preview Jim's IG nugget Canyons Trailgating + Mammoth Trailfest updates Strava file of the week Bonus Miles (Freetrail Pro) Join Freetrail Pro to access the after show Links & Resources Subscribe to the newsletter: https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup Join Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro Register for TrailCon: https://trailconference.com/register/ Sponsors NEVERSECOND — Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order: https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna — Use code FREETRAIL for a discount: https://healwithheat.com/ Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921
Molly Seidel is a pro runner and Olympic medalist living in Flagstaff, AZ. Currently transitioning from road marathons to trails, Molly recently finished 4th place at the Black Canyon 100k, earning a Golden Ticket to the 2026 Western States 100, which will serve as her much anticipated 100-mile debut. Today, we're announcing Molly's signing of a long-term contract with SATISFY, a disruptive running brand based in Paris, France. This move represents a huge piece of free agency news in the sport. Topics: - How Molly came to be connected with the brand - Brand/athlete fit: Molly and SATISFY attitude alignment - Bigger offers on the table? - Product development plans including WS kit - Black Canyon reflections - Racing against a new cohort of athletes after her road career - Molly's training and support team - Developing trail specific skills - A lot more! REGISTER FOR TRAILCON Sponsors: Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount on Clearlight Saunas at HealWithHeat.com Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava
Rest Day Live is back tonight with Dylan Bowman and co-host Corrine Malcolm. We'll be LIVE on YouTube every Monday starting at 5pm PT. Run of Show Gorge Waterfalls storylines Marathon des Sables recap Calamorro Skyrace Ryan Becker signs with Kailas FUGA Strava File of the Week Links & Resources SUBSCRIBE TO FREETRAIL'S NEWSLETTER https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup JOIN FREETRAIL PRO https://freetrail.com/pro REGISTER FOR TRAILCON https://trailconference.com/register/ REGISTER FOR THE BIG ALTA https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 REGISTER FOR GORGE WATERFALLS https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 Sponsors NEVERSECOND Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount https://healwithheat.com/ Ketone Go to ketone.com/Freetrail30 for 30% off your first subscription order. Freetrail Website — https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro — https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon — https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts — https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter — https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava — https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921
Welcome to Freetrail's official coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls! We're proud to partner with presenting sponsor All Conditions Gear (ACG). Their support has been instrumental in elevating this event, and we're excited to have them on the ground in Cascade Locks all week long. All coverage and athlete interviews throughout the week are hosted by Dylan Bowman, sitting down with many of this year's top contenders. Today's Show: Gorge Waterfalls 50k Recap + Podium Interviews Hosted by Dylan Bowman with co-host Corrine Malcolm. Gorge Waterfalls Week Coverage Schedule Monday, April 6 — Rest Day Live + 30k Preview Tuesday, April 7 — 100k Preview Wednesday, April 8 — 50k Preview Thursday, April 9 — Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday, April 10 — 30k Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday, April 11 — 100k Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday, April 12 — 50k Recap + Podium Interviews + Week Wrap-Up Play Freetrail Fantasy Compete in Freetrail's fantasy trail running game for a chance to win prizes, including Freetrail gear and special items from Nike ACG: https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events Freetrail Links Website — https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro — https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon — https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts — https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter — https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava — https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921
First off, we'd like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, All Conditions Gear (ACG). We're extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond! All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year. Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls: Monday April 6th: Rest Day Live + 30k Race Preview Tuesday April 7th: 100k Race Preview Wednesday April 8th: 50k Race Preview Thursday April 9th: Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday April 10th: 30k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday April 11th: 100k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday April 12th: 50k Race Recap + Podium Interviews + Gorge Waterfalls Week Wrap Up Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at Nike ACG! Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls! First off, we'd like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, All Conditions Gear (ACG). We're extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond! All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year. Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman with co-host Corrine Malcolm. Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls: Monday April 6th: Rest Day Live + 30k Race Preview Tuesday April 7th: 100k Race Preview Wednesday April 8th: 50k Race Preview Thursday April 9th: Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday April 10th: 30k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday April 11th: 100k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday April 12th: 50k Race Recap + Podium Interviews + Gorge Waterfalls Week Wrap Up Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at Nike ACG! Links & Resources Subscribe to the newsletter: https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslet... Join Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro Register for TrailCon: https://trailconference.com/register/ Register for The Big Alta: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Register for Gorge Waterfalls: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Sponsors NEVERSECOND — Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order: https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna — Use code FREETRAIL for a discount: https://healwithheat.com/ Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: / dylanbowman I Instagram: / runfreetrail YouTube: / @freetrail Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: / dylanbo Twitter: / dylanbo LinkedIn: / dylan-bowman-06174380 Strava: / strava
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls! First off, we'd like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, All Conditions Gear (ACG). We're extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond! All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year. Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman with Corrine Malcolm. Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls: Monday April 6th: Rest Day Live + 30k Race Preview Tuesday April 7th: 100k Race Preview Wednesday April 8th: 50k Race Preview Thursday April 9th: Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday April 10th: 30k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday April 11th: 100k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday April 12th: 50k Race Recap + Podium Interviews + Gorge Waterfalls Week Wrap Up Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at Nike ACG! Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls! First off, we'd like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, All Conditions Gear (ACG). We're extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond! All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year. Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman with co-host Corrine Malcolm. Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls: Monday April 6th: Rest Day Live + 30k Race Preview Tuesday April 7th: 100k Race Preview Wednesday April 8th: 50k Race Preview Thursday April 9th: Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday April 10th: 30k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday April 11th: 100k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday April 12th: 50k Race Recap + Podium Interviews + Gorge Waterfalls Week Wrap Up Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at Nike ACG! Links & Resources Subscribe to the newsletter: https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup Join Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro Register for TrailCon: https://trailconference.com/register/ Register for The Big Alta: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 Register for Gorge Waterfalls: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 Sponsors NEVERSECOND — Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order: https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna — Use code FREETRAIL for a discount: https://healwithheat.com/ Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921
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