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Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!In this live pre-race episode of the Singletrack Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Scott Jurek back to the show—recorded in-person from our studio in Olympic Valley, CA, just days before the 2025 Western States 100.For many, Scott needs no introduction. A seven-time winner of Western States, bestselling author, and true icon of the sport, his impact on trail and ultrarunning is undeniable. But this conversation goes far beyond race results and podiums.We explore the evolution of the Western States 100, how the atmosphere, competition, and culture of the race have changed since his last win here in 2005, and what he notices most when returning to the event now as a mentor, supporter, and observer.Scott also opens up about his day-to-day life in the sport today—how he stays involved, what his professional pursuits look like post-competition, and what's still fueling his fire. Plus, we revisit some of the emotional terrain we covered in our 2024 conversation: athletic identity, the process of letting go, and how to maintain joy and purpose in the sport long after your competitive peak.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Jim Walmsley returns to the Singletrack Podcast for a live, in-person conversation from our Olympic Valley, CA studio during Western States week—only this time, he's not lining up to race.In this exclusive interview, Jim opens up about his decision to bow out of the 2025 Western States 100, offering insight into what went into that choice and where his mind and body are at as one of the most iconic runners in the sport. Whether it's lingering fatigue, long-term goals, or a strategic reset, Jim shares what fans need to know.We also talk about the future: Will he be back at Western States in 2026 or beyond? What would it take to pull him back to the start line in Olympic Valley? And what does he still hope to accomplish at this race?In the second half of the conversation, Jim brings his deep course knowledge and competitive experience to bear in analyzing this year's men's field. Who are the biggest threats? What splits might signal a historic performance? Are we on the cusp of seeing another course record—or perhaps a completely new racing style emerge?Jim is not just a generational athlete, but also one of the sharpest minds in ultrarunning. This episode is part reflection, part analysis, and part look forward—an essential conversation for anyone invested in the past, present, and future of the Western States 100.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Distances+ est aux États-Unis pour suivre trois événements emblématiques du trail américain que sont la Western States et Broken Arrow en Californie et la Hardrock 100 au Colorado, avec un dispositif exceptionnel sur le terrain. Retrouvez l'intégralité de la couverture journalistique sur les réseaux sociaux de @distancesplus et trois podcasts hors série spécial Western States (160 km, 5000 m D+, 7000 m D-) sur le canal de La Bande à D+, disponible sur toutes les plateformes.Avant de vous proposer le grand debrief de la Western States 2025 avec les membres de la bande, Distances+ vous fait le récit de cette 52e édition depuis Olympic Valley jusqu'à Auburn, sous la forme d'un docu-reportage réalisé par Alexandre Ferreira grâce au reportage sur place de l'équipe D+ Chloé Rebaudo, Julian Claros, Quentin Orain et Timothée Ranger.Ce document vous est proposé en version audio et en version vidéo sur la chaîne YouTube de Distances+.Vous entendrez en fil rouge la voix de la reporter de Distances+ Chloé Rebaudo, mais aussi l'athlète québécoise et membre de la bande Marianne Hogan et l'un de ses pacers Mathieu Blanchard - vainqueur de la dernière diagonale des fous -, le vainqueur de l'UTMB 2024 Vincent Bouillard et sa conjointe Kamilah Journét - chargée de l'assistance du Français -, le traileur élite américain Hayden Hawks, qui est monté deux fois sur le podium de la Western, mais qui était blessé cette année, l'athlète Dylan Bowman - aujourd'hui commentateur du monde du trail américain et présentateur du podcast « Freetrail » ou encore le fantasque David Roche, qui avait affiché son objectif de gagner la course et de battre le record de l'épreuve - détenu par Jim Walmsley, à savoir 14 h 09 min.Plongez dans l'histoire de la Western States 2025.À noter que Näak soutient la couverture journalistique de Distances+ sur cette Western States et nous permet d'être mobilisé sur le terrain pour tenter de vous raconter au mieux l'un des quatre majeurs de l'ultra-trail international.ATTENTION - Un code promo exceptionnel a été créé pour la communauté D+ : LBAD+WSERAvec ce code, jusqu'au 31 juillet, vous avez 20 % de réduction sur TOUTES vos commandes sur le site web de Näak.---Le partenaire de La Bande à D+ Shokz offre également 10 euros de réduction sur tous les casques à conduction osseuse et/ou aérienne Shokz avec le code LBAD+ sur shokz.com (rabais qui se cumule aux éventuelles promotions en cours).Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Abby Hall joins the Singletrack Podcast crew in our Auburn, CA, studio to recap her victory at the 2025 Western States 100. Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Caleb Olson joins the Singletrack Podcast crew in our Auburn, CA, studio to recap his victory at the 2025 Western States 100. Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Des Linden joins us live in Olympic Valley the week before the 2025 Western States 100 for a wide-ranging conversation about her deepening relationship with the trail and ultrarunning scene.In this episode, we dig into Des's recent adventures off-road — from training with Ruth Croft in New Zealand, to participating in the Western States Training Camp last month, to her pacing duties this year for Joe McConaughy. With each step into the trail world, Des seems to be signaling that this chapter of her career is just getting started.We talk about whether Des envisions a full pivot to trail running, what she still wants to accomplish on the roads (including any future marathons), and how events like Tunnel Hill 50 in November fit into her overall vision for the next few years.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Marianne Hogan is one of the fiercest and most resilient athletes in the world of ultra-trail running. With podium finishes at both Western States and UTMB, she's already proven she can perform on the sport's biggest stages. But that elusive win — that signature victory — still hangs just out of reach.Live from our Olympic Valley studio in the week leading up to the 2025 Western States 100, Marianne sits down to talk about her ongoing pursuit of greatness in a sport where comebacks are often part of the path.In this conversation, we explore what it's going to take for her to not only return to the Western States podium but to stand on top of it. We ask: Is this the year? And if so, what does she think it will take — physically, mentally, and tactically — to win? Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!We're live in Olympic Valley, CA for a special Western States Week edition of Long Run Archives, with pro trail runner Hayden Hawks joining regular co-hosts Brett Hornig, Jeff Colt, and Finn Melanson in the Singletrack Podcast studio for a wide-ranging, spirited conversation on the state of trail and ultrarunning, as well as Hayden's status in the sport.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Distances+ est à la Western States 2025 avec un dispositif exceptionnel sur le terrain californien entre Olympic Valley près du Lac Tahoe et Auburnet. La couverture journalistique est à suivre sur les réseaux sociaux de @distancesplus et nous vous ferons également vivre cet événement en podcast grâce à La Bande à D+, présenté par Nicolas Fréret.Pour vous mettre en haleine, nous vous proposons une émission d'avant-course avec l'une des grandes favorites du plus vieux 100 miles américain, Marianne Hogan, qui est aussi l'une des membres de La Bande à D+ et une athlète de notre partenaire Näak. Marianne Hogan avait terminé sur la 3e marche du podium en 2022 et elle revient en Californie pour faire encore mieux. Elle partage avec nous son enthousiasme d'être de nouveau au départ ce samedi 28 juin et d'être accompagnée sur les 60 derniers kilomètres du parcours par deux très proches amis, deux bombes des sentiers, l'un des meilleurs coureurs en sentier du Québec Olivier Gagnon, et l'un des meilleurs ultra-traileurs de la planète Mathieu Blanchard…Dans cette émission d'avant-course, nous sommes également allés à la rencontre du vainqueur surprise du dernier UTMB, Vincent Bouillard, qui a coché la Western States comme objectif numéro 1 cette saison. Vincent est l'un des meilleurs amis du quadruple vainqueur de la Western, Jim Walmsley, et il est presque chez lui puisqu'il a vécu plusieurs années en Californie. Il est donc lui aussi heureux d'être au départ de cette course qu'il rêve de gagner. Même s'il faudra pour cela rivaliser avec l'ultra-terrestre et ultra-polyvalent Kilian Jornet et les nombreux américains candidats à la victoire en l'absence du grand Jim, à l'image du vainqueur 2022 Adam Peterman, de Rod Farvard, 2e l'an dernier, ou encore du fantasque David Roche qui a prévenu qu'il venait pour gagner la course (et battre le record ?). Nous discutons également avec William Walker, le co-fondateur de Näak, qui suit avec passion la Western depuis une dizaine d'années et qui va la vivre au plus près dans quelques heures aux côtés des athlètes soutenus par la marque de nutrition sportive spécialisée dans les sports d'endurance.À noter que Näak soutient la couverture journalistique de Distances+ sur cette Western States et nous permet d'être mobilisé sur le terrain pour tenter de vous raconter au mieux l'un des quatre majeurs de l'ultra-trail international.ATTENTION - Un code promo exceptionnel a été créé pour la communauté D+ : LBAD+WSERAvec ce code, jusqu'au 31 juillet, vous avez 20 % de réduction sur TOUTES vos commandes sur le site web de Näak.---Le partenaire de La Bande à D+ Shokz offre également 10 euros de réduction sur tous les casques à conduction osseuse et/ou aérienne Shokz avec le code LBAD+ sur shokz.com (rabais qui se cumule aux éventuelles promotions en cours).Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!In this special live episode of the Singletrack Podcast, we sit down with Abby Hall in our Olympic Valley studio just days before the 2025 Western States 100. Abby's path back to the start line of this iconic race is anything but typical—and it's a story of resilience, determination, and a little bit of fate.After enduring a traumatic injury in 2023 that sidelined her from the sport she loves, Abby made a courageous return to racing at UTMB last summer before chasing golden tickets across two continents this past spring. We unpack her gritty performances at the Black Canyon 100K and Chianti Ultra Trail, and how an unexpected turn of events ultimately secured her spot on this year's Western States start line.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Leah Yingling provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the competition at this year's women's field at the Western States 100. With big names like Katie Schide (2024 Champion) and Courtney Dauwalter (2023 Champion) not returning, the fight for the win is wide open. Tune in as we break it all down and get you hyped for race day. Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Rod Farvard joins the Singletrack Podcast live from our Olympic Valley, CA studio during Western States race week to discuss what it really takes to compete at the highest level in trail and ultrarunning—and why he may be the biggest threat to the Western States crown in 2025.In 2024, Rod turned heads by going toe-to-toe with one of the sport's greatest athletes, Jim Walmsley, at the Western States 100. His fearless front-running and relentless pace put him on the radar of fans and competitors alike. Now, with another year of focused training, refined systems, and added motivation, Rod returns with something to prove—not just that he belongs, but that he's ready to win.In this conversation, we dive deep into the mindset and lifestyle of a modern pro trail runner. Rod pulls back the curtain on the level of commitment and precision it takes to not just go pro, but stay pro. We explore the pressures of high-stakes racing, the tactical demands of the Western States course, and how he's evolved as an athlete over the past 12 months.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Note - we had audio issues during parts of this episode. Working to resolve those ahead of our remaining shows this week. Thanks for your patience!Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, Jeff Colt and Leah Yingling provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the competition at this year's Cocodona 250.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Jeff on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Dylan Bowman returns to the Singletrack Podcast for a wide-ranging, in-person conversation from our Olympic Valley, CA studio just days before the 2025 Western States 100.As the founder of Freetrail and a key figure behind TrailCon, Dylan has spent the last few years shaping the conversation around what trail and ultrarunning can—and should—become. In this episode, we dive deep into the evolution of the sport, how media and storytelling are influencing the culture, and what role platforms like Freetrail play in that transformation.We also discuss Dylan's role as a lead broadcaster for the Western States 100 live stream, what goes into bringing the race to a global audience, and how coverage has evolved since his own racing days. With one foot in the athlete camp and the other in media and community-building, Dylan brings a nuanced perspective on where the sport is heading.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Sally McRae joins the Singletrack Podcast live from our Olympic Valley, CA studio in the days leading up to the 2025 Western States 100 for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation.In this episode, we explore what it really takes to go pro in trail and ultrarunning—beyond the podiums, Strava segments, and sponsorship deals. Sally shares the lesser-told story of building a sustainable career in the sport, from early sacrifices to developing her voice as both an athlete and a creator. As one of the few pro runners who has built a loyal community through content, coaching, and entrepreneurship, Sally offers a blueprint for what the modern trail athlete can become.We also discuss her role at this year's TrailCon, where she's set to speak about the evolving intersection between athletic identity and personal branding. Sally is a thoughtful voice on how athletes can—and must—take control of their stories in the social media era, and why the future of trail running belongs as much to storytellers as it does to speedsters.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Jeff Colt and Mike McMonagle join Finn Melanson on the Singletrack Podcast for another edition of the Long Run Archives. In this episode, the trio reflects on the latest lineup changes at the Western States 100, the current status of Unbreakable 2, the influence of BPN's Backyard Ultra, and the impact of the Wilderness Act.Timestamps:(0:00) - Western States 100 Lineup News(32:57) - High Mileage Training Discussion(46:14) - Unbreakable 2 Discussion(70:04) - BPN Backyard Ultra(86:31) - Revisiting Wilderness Act DiscussionPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Mike on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Jeff on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Joey Berriatua joins Finn Melanson on the Singletrack Podcast to reflect on his time with Tinman Elite, share his journey through the professional running scene, and explore why trail running might be his future path.Related Episodes:#26 (Sam Parsons | How To Build A Trail Running Team) #289 (Sam Parsons | The Trials and Tribulations of Pro RunningTimestamps:01:00 Tinman Elite Reflections24:02 Financial Realities of Professional Running46:35 The Importance of Training Environment56:26 Building Community in Professional Running01:08:49 The Role of Media in Running01:14:32 Trail Running Interests, Balancing Steeplechase GoalsPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Joey on Instagram, Strava, SubstackFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig and Mike McMonagle join Finn Melanson on the Singletrack Podcast for another edition of the Long Run Archives. In this episode, the trio reflects on a retroactive controversy surrounding a runner's time penalty (instead of DQ) at this year's Black Canyon 100K, the majesty of UTMB Snowdonia, the sustainability of pro ultrarunning, and whether there will be a "next venue" for the Mike-Finn-Brett ultra rivalry.Timestamps:01:14 Black Canyon 100K Controversy44:16 Is UTMB Snowdonia cool?01:11:54 Burnout in Professional Running02:01:44 Rivalries and Future Challenges in Ultra RunningPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Mike on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig and Jeff Colt join Finn Melanson on the Singletrack Podcast for another edition of the Long Run Archives. In this episode, the trio reflects on the evolving media landscape in ultrarunning, using the wildly popular Cocodona 250 as a case study to examine its impact on race organizers, athletes, and fans. They also share personal takeaways and recap the key storylines from this year's event. Finally, the conversation explores the (hypothetical) emergence of teams built specifically to win marquee races, speculates on the future of ultrarunning events, and wraps up with a discussion of interesting naming trends within the sport.Timestamps:01:21 Cocodona 250: A Fan's Perspective05:27 The Impact of Media on Ultra Running30:21 Future of Cocodona and Elite Participation38:56 Influence of Cam Hanes41:56 Pacing Dynamics in Ultra Running57:41 Crew Dynamics and Fairness in Racing01:08:35 Project Cocodona and The Concept of Brand-Funded Teams01:31:15 The Future of Ultra Running Events, Innovative Relay Concepts in Ultra Running01:35:49 Exploring Name Trends in Ultra Running01:46:44 Marketing Strategies for Trail Running RegionsPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Jeff on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Construction ka shor, pollution ka zor—Mawaali Bhai ki saans hi ruk gayi! “Yeh city ka makeover hai ya meri health ka takeover?” he fumes, while searching for fresh air in a city full of dust!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Tom Hooper joins the show to publicly announce and analyze the men's and women's long trail teams that will represent the USA at the World Trail Championships in Canfranc, Spain, this September.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Background02:09 Selection Race Controversies, The Future of Selection Races08:05 Team Composition: Women's Team Overview12:16 Team Composition: Men's Team Overview16:39 Building a Strong Team19:47 Advice for Future Athletes, Future Race Selection ProcessPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Team USA Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

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  JANJI HYPERLYTE LIQUID PERFORMANCECOOPERATIVE COFFEE ROASTERSBEAR BUTT WIPES USE PROMO CODE MIDPACER FOR A SWEET DISCOUNT“I think surfing was my gateway drug into trail running.”Mike Ambrose may have stumbled into trail running by accident—thanks to a Patagonia wetsuit search gone sideways—but his impact on the sport has been anything but unintentional. In this episode, Troy sits down with Mike to explore his journey from outdoor store manager to shaping the direction of powerhouse brands like Salomon, Black Diamond, NNormal, and now, Naak.They dive deep into:Mike's unconventional entry into the sport and industryHow managing a shop in Breck led to global product roles at SalomonMentoring athletes like Courtney Dauwalter, Addie Bracey, and Corrine Malcolm early in their careersBuilding athlete teams, launching shoes like the Ultra Glide, and innovating alongside Killian Jornet at NNormalTransitioning from footwear to fueling as he now leads Naak's U.S. businessThe art (and challenge) of balancing high-stakes work with big trail goals—including pacing Courtney at Hardrock and CocodonaThis episode is a masterclass in following passion, giving back, and navigating career pivots while staying true to the soul of trail running. Whether you're dreaming of working in the industry or just trying to fit your miles in before the morning meeting, Mike's story is one you'll want to hear.Relevant LinksIG - @mike.ambrose1Partner Links: Janji - Janji.comA big shoutout to our sponsor, Janji! Their running apparel is designed for everyday exploration, and 2% of sales support clean water initiatives worldwide. Plus, with a five-year guarantee, you know it's gear you can trust. Check them out at janji.com.Use the code MIDPACKER for 10% off your order.Hyerlyte Liquid Performance - https://www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comMade by the ultra-endurance athlete, for the ultra-endurance athlete.H001 is a new hydration mix that has the carbs and sodium your body needs for high-output adventures in a single serving.Check them out at hyperlyteliquidperformance.comUse the code MIDPACKER for 10% off your individual order and 10% off your first subscription order.Cooperative Coffee Roasters - Cooperativecoffeeroasters.comGet the best coffee in Asheville delivered right to your door! Each bag of Cooperative Coffee is responsibly sourced and intentionally crafted, from seed to cup. FIll your cup with wonder.Check them out at Cooperativecoffeeroasters.comUse the code MIDPACKER for 10% off your individual order and subscription order.Bear Butt Wipes - Bearbuttwipes.comPortable individually wrapped wipes for when nature calls and a DNF is not an option. Bear Butt Wipes: Stay wild. Stay clean.Check them out at Bearbuttwipes.comUse the code MIDPACKER for 10% off your order.⁠Run Trail Life⁠ - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Use code: midpackerpod to double the donation from your purchase. Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's.⁠Freetrail⁠ - https://freetrail.com/Visit Freetrail.com to sign up today.Mike Ambrose, trail running, Naak, NNormal, Salomon, mentorship, Cocodona 250, Hardrock 100, ultra running, running industry, Leadville, product development, Courtney Dauwalter, running career, outdoor industry

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Leah Yingling provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the competition at this year's Cocodona 250.Timestamps:(0:00) - Cocodona 250 hype, general conversation(27:58) - Course analysis(45:41) - Women's field preview(72:56) - Men's field previewPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!This is a crossover podcast from the Conversational Pace YouTube channel (hosted by my good friend, Brett Hornig) in which we talk about my gear, nutrition, and overall strategy for the 2025 Cocodona 250.Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:21 Gear from 2024 you won't be using in 20256:58 Starting pack of choice13:04 Starting shoe of choice18:09 Gaiters or no gaiters?19:34 Need to be fit enough to play the game22:00 What makes the first day interesting24:13 Day two25:36 Lighting choices27:33 Day two shoes33:24 Poles35:08 Significant mid-race gear pivots from last year40:28 Final miles of the course47:52 The 2025 Cocodona crewPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

En 2016, William Walcker cofonde Näak, une marque de nutrition sportive née au Canada et aujourd'hui distribuée dans plus de 35 pays. Inspiré par sa pratique du triathlon et du trail, il imagine une alimentation plus durable, pensée pour les efforts longs. Näak se démarque en intégrant des protéines — végétales et alternatives — dans ses produits de performance, et en misant sur une nutrition éco-responsable et digeste. Dans cet épisode, William revient sur l'histoire de Näak, ses choix audacieux (comme l'utilisation de la poudre de grillon), et ses paris pour l'avenir. « Naak a voulu bousculer les idées pré-reçues et l'industrie de la nutrition sportive en étant plus éco-responsable et plus adaptés sur de la longue distance. »Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig and Leah Yingling return to the Singletrack Podcast to preview the final golden ticket chase for the 2025 Western States 100 at this weekend's Canyons 100K in Auburn, CA.Six golden tickets are up for grabs, with standout athletes like Marianne Hogan, Anthony Costales, Hannes Namberger, Katie Asmuth, and Erin Clark adding serious depth to the competition.They discuss recent administrative updates surrounding the event—including its new status as a "super" golden ticket race, the lack of a live stream, and its recently revoked designation as the Americas Major in the UTMB World Series. They also break down how the course and weather could impact the outcome before diving into the women's and men's fields and sharing their podium picks and golden ticket predictions.*Note - we recorded this episode 9 days before the race, so we apologize in advance for not being able to factor last-minute entrants between then and now into our analysis and predictions.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig and Jeff Colt return to the Singletrack Podcast for another edition of the Long Run Archives.Timestamps:00:00 Gorge Waterfalls Race Recap25:11 Katie Schide and Germain Grangier Move To On39:20 Dez Linden's Transition to Ultra Running46:11 LeBron James and the Five-Minute Mile Debate54:50 Unbreakable 2: The Anticipation of a Sequel01:12:20 The Evolution of Ultra Running and Regional Competitions01:27:28 The Rise of 200-Mile Races and Their CompetitivenessPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Jeff on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Drew Darby and Rob Fisher join the show to unpack the making of The Finisher, our new documentary chronicling Jasmin Paris' historic completion of the 2024 Barkley Marathons. We reflect on the creative process, the unique storytelling challenges of the Barkley, and what we learned along the way.Timestamps:(0:00) – Background, intros(2:53) – Why Barkley is a media nightmare (and dream)(7:03) – Do we have a film? Short form vs long form(16:29) – Timelines, pressure, and hindsight(30:27) – Barkley surprises from behind the camera(36:26) – Crafting the behind-the-scenes narrative(42:02) – Untold themes we could've explored(47:05) – Indie filmmaking: the pros and cons(61:36) – Reflections on key characters(71:46) – Final takeaways + what's nextPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Drew on Instagram, LinkedIn, WebsiteFollow Rob on LinkedIn, WebsiteFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!John Kelly returns to the Singletrack Podcast, this time to reflect on the 2025 Barkley Marathons and the insights he has gained from the notorious event over the past decade. He then dives into announcing and discussing his plans to attempt the fastest known time on the Appalachian Trail later this year.Timestamps:(0:00) - the difficulty of the 2025 Barkley Marathons course(1:36) - the importance of a "pipeline" of Barkley finishers(10:13) - the intentions of Lazarus Lake and Carl Laniak(14:58) - Barkley is not an orienteering event(23:00) - Brett Maune course record reflection(25:02) - whether Barkley will still be relevant after the Laz era(26:10) - Appalachian Trail FKT announcement(33:30) - the difficulty of beating the current fastest known time(37:21) - Appalachian Trail influences(43:14) - opportunities for improvement in the record approach(46:28) - building out support team(50:53) - how much it takes to prepare(01:04:15) - mental performance strategy(01:06:22) - final thoughtsPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow John on Instagram, Strava, WebsiteFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!We've got another classic edition of the Long Run Archives on deck, but it's been a minute. We've been fully immersed in all things Barkley Marathons, working hard to bring a few key projects to the finish line.Two big shoutouts here:First, The Finisher, a long-form documentary about Jasmin Paris' three-year journey to become the first female finisher at the Barkley. Huge credit and gratitude to Jules Campanelli, Drew Darby, and Rob Fisher, who worked tirelessly to bring this piece to life. We wrapped it up in great form last week.Second, we turned around a 2025 Barkley recap vlog to get a window in this year's event as quickly as possible. That's now live on the Singletrack YouTube channel, thanks to the excellent work of my friend and colleague, Roo Smith.Anyways, in this edition of the Long Run Archives, Brett and I chat all things Big Alta, Chianti, Barkley, and Crown King before closing with the best stuff we found on the internet this week. Enjoy!Timestamps:(1:33) - Big Alta(25:14) - Chianti(41:41) - Barkley Marathons(64:06) - Courtney Dauwalter + Crown King(76:42) - Best Stuff We Found On The InternetPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:HypershellFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, Coaching, PatreonFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!In this episode, I'm joined by ultrarunning filmmaker Dylan Harris for a special conversation.Dylan is the director of an upcoming film called "The Chase", which tells the story of the epic six-way battle for victory at the 2024 Cocodona 250, featuring Jeff Browning, Harry Subertas, Michael Versteeg, Joe McConaughy, Arlen Glick, and Michael McKnight. We've had almost all of these guys on the pod before — some of my favorite characters in the sport — and it was incredible to see how this film captured the unique blend of their personalities and racing styles at a premier multi-day event like Cocodona.In this conversation, Dylan and I start and finish by discussing the potential for more content like this in the ultrarunning space, which was awesome. But even more so, we spend the bulk of our time diving deep into each of the featured athletes, adding another compelling layer of insight to the film's storytelling.Timestamps:(2:05) - Unbreakable inspirations, making more films with good storytelling prioritized(19:26) - Arlen Glick, Michael Versteeg, Joe McConaughy, Michael McKnight, Jeff Browning reflections(85:17) - final thoughtsPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACK30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com) to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:"The Chase" Film TourDylan HarrisInaugural Year, The Long Way HomeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig convene for another edition of the Long Run Archives. They talk about business ideas for trail running, the rise of breathing sensors in training and racing contexts, Grand Slam Track, the continued golden ticket chase at Tarawera, the final year of Pine to Palm, and the Barkley Marathons.Timestamps:(0:00) - business ideas for trail running(17:43) - breathing sensors(35:28) - Grand Slam Track(44:45) - Nnormal(57:07) - Tarawera(68:49) - Pine to Palm(87:09) - Barkley Marathons(91:02) - records that won't be broken anytime soonPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACK30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com) to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/) Additional Links:UCI ArticleTymeWearBeth McKenzieAndrew Thompson - Concepts for SuccessAndrew Thompson - Barkley Race Report Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, Coaching, PatreonFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Caleb Olson returns to the show to discuss his dominant win at the Transgrancanaria Classic this past weekend. We dive into his conscious transition in racing style from hunter to race leader, the pack dynamics with Jon Albon and Josh Wade, the unique challenges of the TGC course, whether he feels different after such a significant career victory, and what might be next for him in 2025.Timestamps:(2:35) - small talk, in-person recording debacle(5:27) - impact of Tom Evans not racing, being overlooked(8:45) - the psychology of dictating the race, how he made that shift(13:53) - working with Jack Kuenzle, training approach, being Strava "dim"(22:39) - staying motivated to lead the race, pack dynamic with Jon and Josh(38:52) - race mantras, the interest and courage to evolve as a pro(56:05) - unique challenges of the Transgrancanaria course(63:50) - final reflections, what's nextPartners:Norda - one giant leap for trail-kind (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACK30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com) to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/) Additional Links:Caleb's TGC FootageFollow Caleb on Instagram, Strava, SubstackFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

01 Kabza De Small - Eningi (Remix) Intro02 Jage Heejay & Classic Desire Feat. Zeh McGeba - Masizijonge03 Coco Soul & Nurogroove ft Zano - Kulula04 Ezra & Disciples of House - Impi YeMpilo (feat. Kabza De Small & Nkosazana Daughter)05 Thakzin , Morda & Brenden Praise - Loko (Feat. Mwah Keys , Hypesoul & Suffocate SA)06 Thakzin & Brenden Praise - Njalo07 Thakzin_ Mörda & Xelimpilo - utlwa08 Muzari, B-soul & Sir Mos ft Nokwazi - Angin'valo09 Thandiswa Mazwai - kwanele (DJ Nkabza 3 Step Bootleg)10 Harrison Crump - Ride (DJ Nkabza 3 Step Bootleg)11 Beyoncee - Cuff It (Bootleg)12 Kabza De Small & Dj Maphorisa - Hello (Jnr SA COVER)13 Jnr SA x Darque (feat. Scotts Maphuma & Cyfred) -Welele14 Jnr SA - MAYE15 Shakes & Les, LeeMcKrazy - Funk 99 (TorQue MuziQ 3 Step Remix)16 Naak & Drumetic Boyz - Oko17 Drumetic Boyz - Bokahohle18 Dlala Thukzin & Goldmax - VAR19 Chopstar, Omary - Tremor (Original Mix)20 Mpho.Wav & Atmos Blaq- ATMOS WAV I21 All Night Long (Atmos Blaq Remix)22 Zakes Bantwini Feat. Xolani Sithole - Clap Your Hands (TorQue MuziQ 3 Step Remix)

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig and Jeff Colt return to the show to recap highlights and takeaways from the Black Canyon 100K and 50K races in Arizona this past weekend. We talk about the rise of the 50K, "race shapers", evidence for high-carb failures, gear takeaways, moving the women's start before the men's race, and top performances from the likes of Seth Ruhling, Riley Brady, Tara Dower, and Will Murray.Timestamps:(0:00) - 50K Recap(12:50) - Race Shapers(26:25) - High Carb Failures?(39:08) - Gear Stuff(48:20) - Riley Brady(66:23) - Joe McConaughy(74:42) - Seth Ruhling(80:27) - Tara Dower(90:34) - Livestream(96:02) - Moving The Women's Start?Partners:Norda - one giant leap for trail-kind (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACK30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com) to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/) Additional Links:Follow Jeff on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Tara Dower returns to the show to talk about life after setting the fastest known time on the Appalachian Trail, re-signing with Altra, building a high-performance team to support her ultrarunning goals, the Black Canyon 100K experience, and her outlook on this year's Western States 100.Timestamps01:12 Setting Ambitious Goals04:05 The Grind of The Black Canyon 100K07:12 Bouncing Back from the AT10:25 Building a High-Performance Team13:46 Mindset Techniques for Success15:46 Nutrition and Race Day Preparation17:48 Navigating Media Attention24:12 The Role of an Agent26:01 Reflections on the Appalachian Trail40:35 Choosing Durango: A Runner's Paradise43:16 Mindset on the Start Line53:37 Reflections on Performance and Improvement01:02:19  The Golden Ticket Experience01:05:41 Compartmentalizing Pressure and Expectations01:08:50 Breaking Barriers in Ultra Running01:12:25 Future Goals: Long Trails and New AdventuresPartners:Norda - one giant leap for trail-kind (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACK30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com) to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Tara on Instagram, YouTube, Website, Girls On The RunFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Leah Yingling provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the competition at this year's Black Canyon 100K.Timestamps:(0:00) - Catching Up, Partnership News(5:27) - Listener Questions For Black Canyon(36:53) - Women's Field Analysis(1:07:33) - Men's Field Analysis(1:41:37) - Final ThoughtsPartners:Norda - one giant leap for trail-kind (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACK30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com) to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig and David Roche return to the Singletrack Podcast for another edition of the Long Run Archives.Timestamps:(2:35) - shoe contracts, trial by miles vlog, future content ideas(27:51) - cycling to trail crossover talk, pending competitive edge of full-time athletes(01:13:24) - rivalry in trail running, the role of authenticity in competition(01:58:49) - open questions on doping, fairness in trail running, anxieties of clean athletesPartners:Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACK30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com) to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow David on Patreon, SWAP, Strava, InstagramFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

1.  DJ Fresh (SA) + Shona SA + Kyle Duetsch + LindAlive   - Mama2. Cornelius SA, NAAK & Essential I - iMvula 3. Oscar Mbo & Jazzworx - Vuka (feat. Thukuthela) 4. Blackwhole - 1000 Seconds (Atmos Blaq Remix) 5. Dj Gouveia ft Dr Tawanda, Raul Bryan & Nelcy B - Mvura

Every year at The Running Event running vendors show up with their new gear and nutrition products. I flew out to Texas to check out what was new at TRE in the nutrition space and to see what companies were innovating. I spoke with Skratch Labs on carb ratios, whole food fueling, and sodium. I then spoke with Never Second about their Ice Gels and how that affects core body temp, Kenetic Ketones and their great tasting ketone drink, Bivo on the use of metal bottles for gravel riding, Golden Harper on foot strength, InSaltd Labs and the non stevia zero sugar electrolytes, and Naak with their various endurance fuel products. Comparison of the effects of cold water and ice ingestion on endurance cycling capacity in the heat https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6188914/ Shows Referenced Golden Harper and Principles of Natural RunningEstrogenic Chemicals with Anthony JayListen to the show here on YouTube or on Apple or Spotify. Please like, share, and subscribe. Thanks! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thejuniperlab.substack.com

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!We've officially stepped into the role of Race Directors! In this episode of the Singletrack Podcast, I sit down with my wife and business partner, Jules Campanelli, to share an inside look at our trail running festival, Twisted Fork. Join us in Park City, UT, on June 14, 2025, for an unforgettable day with the Singletrack trail running community. Ready to be part of the excitement? Visit massifrunning.com to secure your spot in the 68K, 30K, or 15K—we can't wait to see you on the trails!Timestamps:(0:38) - introductions, announcement, excitement for race festival(6:18) - history of Twisted Fork(10:21) - overviews of 68K, 30K, and 15K courses(13:07) - trail festival differentiators(23:49) - competitive status of the 68K, 30K, 15K fields(26:33) - race festival partners(32:35) - how to register, how to get involved, final thoughtsRace Partners:Gorewear - use code TwistedFork30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com/us/en-us/) for 30% off your next order.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Keen - unapologetically comfortable and consciously created to protect our planet (https://keenfootwear.com)Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://www.kodiakcakes.com/) to get 15% off your next order.Trails and Tarmac - get $50/mo off coaching if you sign up before March 15th (https://trailsandtarmac.com/coaching)Additional Links:Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, Patreon, RacesSupport the show

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig returns to the Singletrack Podcast for a crossover episode from his YouTube show (Conversational Pace) recapping our takeaways from the 2024 Running Event in Austin, TX earlier this week.   Categories Covered:Standout brand (overall)Standout shoe Standout tech Standout conversation Standout newcomer brand Biggest brand surprise Biggest brand turnaround Bet on this (brand, trend, etc)   Sponsors:Keen - unapologetically comfortable and consciously created to protect our planet (https://keenfootwear.com)Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.  Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

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Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!This episode was recorded live at Singletrack's Olympic Valley studios ahead of the 2024 Western States 100.We were joined by Nick Bare and even though this was technically a pre-race interview, so much of what we talked about was only peripherally related to the event, so similar to the Scott Jurek and Sally McRae conversations from that week I wanted to save it for a stand-alone podcast a few weeks on.Specifically, we talk about creating portals online for people to find the sport of trail running, what it means to be a hybrid athlete, some of his favorite books about mental and physical strength, how to make our sport cooler or more memorable, his advice for athletes and creators from a content marketing standpoint, and what's exciting him about a race like Western States.Sponsors:Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.   Additional Links:Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the Show.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!This episode was recorded live at Singletrack's Olympic Valley studios ahead of the 2024 Western States 100.We were joined by Sally McRae who probably needs no introduction. Sally is another person I've wanted to talk with since the inception of this podcast and even though this was technically a pre-race interview, so much of what we talked about was only peripherally related to the event, so similar to the Scott Jurek conversation I wanted to save it for a stand-alone podcast a few weeks on.Specifically, we talk about the trajectory of her career starting with her Nike trail contract signing in the mid-2010s, how to think about the business side of trail running as a creator or athlete, and some of her favorite Western States 100 stories dating back to some of those great Billy Yang films a few years ago.Sponsors:Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.   Additional Links:Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the Show.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!This episode was recorded live at Singletrack's Olympic Valley studios ahead of the 2024 Western States 100. We were joined by Scott Jurek who probably needs no introduction. Scott is someone I've wanted to talk with since the inception of this podcast and even though this was technically a pre-race interview, so much of what we talked about was only peripherally related to the event, so I wanted to save it for a stand-alone podcast a few weeks on. Specifically, we talk about his history in the sport, some of the mental and emotional aspects of being an elite athlete, how someone of his stature in the sport grapples with athletic mortality, and some of his favorite stories with fellow competitors over the years.*Note the audio jumps a bit at a few points in the conversation. I think this was due to the poor internet connection at our studio during the livestream. - FinnSponsors:Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.   Additional Links:Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the Show.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig and Dani Moreno join Singletrack to recap the 2024 Western States 100. We talk about the amazing performances from athletes like Jim Walmsley and Katie Schide, Brett's experience working on the livestream, Dani and Finn's experiences crewing top runners, whether there's a definitive training and racing playbook for this event, noticeable innovations in crewing, nutrition, and topical cooling, and what the future of this race might look like after such a historic year of individual and cumulative performances.Sponsors:Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.   Additional Links:Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Dani on Instagram, SubHub, WebsiteSupport the Show.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!These conversations with Dani Moreno (Predictions Show) and Jamil Coury and Matt Feldhake (Livestream Insights) were livestreamed on the Singletrack YouTube a few days before the 2024 Western States 100.  Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of this week's race coverage.Sponsors:Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.  Additional Links:Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the Show.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Katie Schide and Heather Jackson stop by the Singletrack studio in Olympic Valley, CA ahead of the 2024 Western States 100 to chat it up about the race, the sport at large, and life in general. Thanks to both of these guys! Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of this week's race coverage.Sponsors:Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.  Additional Links:Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the Show.

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!These conversations were livestreamed on the Singletrack YouTube a few days before the 2024 Western States 100. Enjoy Leah, Hayden, and Ryan's final thoughts before race day! Special thanks to Brooks, the presenting sponsor of this week's race coverage.Sponsors:Brooks - check out their new Cascadia 18 shoe and High Point apparel collection (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack)Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.  Additional Links:Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the Show.