Podcasts about Tevis Cup

Welcome to Best Horse Practices. My name is Maddy Butcher and I produce this podcast. Our show is a space for riders and horse owners of all disciplines to learn best practices and to discover skills, strategies, tools, ideas, and insights for better connecting with their horses, with all horses, and for getting work done. We love to hear from listeners and contacting us is easy here.  We offer these shows for free. If you think it's worthy of a small contribution, we sure would appreciate it. This is our final episode of the show. Since the middle of the pandemic, when Jec Ballou reached out and asked if I'd like to collaborate, we have produced over 120 episodes. It's been a fun journey, full of interesting presenters, a diverse array of specialists and generalists. Since Jec and I come from different horse places, which is to say, different disciplines and philosophies and approaches, the collaboration has been fruitful for producing short, open-minded segments of education and points of view. Thank you, dear listeners, for supporting us and being in touch. Thanks so much to our title sponsor, Lucerne Farms, producers of quality forage feeds, extremely handy and healthy bales of alfalfa, timothy, and grass blends. Lucerne has been a title sponsor since our inception and we are so grateful for their commitment to the show. We also would like to thank Renegade Hoof Boots. The team at Renegade has been crafting hoof boots for years and has an excellent customer service reputation. Renegade is the official hoof boot of the Tevis Cup, the renowned 100-mile race in California. Learn more at here (renegadehoofboot.com)  Here are some of our favorite shows: Coaches' Corners On the Fence Daniel Dauphin Therapy Horses, with Josh McElroy and Toby Cross Author Molly Gloss Author JB Zielke You can join me and several podcast guests at the mini Best Horse Practices Summit in Santa Fe in New Mexico. That is happening October 31 through November 2 and includes Katrin Silva, Ben Longwell, Daniel Dauphin, Patrick King, and Jim Masterson. A heckuva lineup! My new project, Awe, Nice! is live. Check it out! Thanks to Redmond Equine for generously sponsoring our show. I'm finding two of my horses really, really love the Rock on a Rope this winter. They are going through it enthusiastically. Considering hanging one on the fence or in the stall. We think they'll love it. Order a box at Redmond equine dot com. That's it. Our final episode in the can and out of the barn. Thanks for listening y'all.

We love to hear from listeners and contacting us is easy here.  We offer these shows for free. If you think it's worthy of a small contribution, we sure would appreciate it. This is Episode 8 of Season 5 and in it, Jec interviews Cody Harrison, a horseman specializing in classical dressage and based near Denver. Jec and Cody talk specifics on spurs. It's a really interesting conversation and one I think you will enjoy. Hey, before I get to sponsors, I want to remind you to register for the mini Best Horse Practices Summit, coming up in April in Santa Fe. Visit here for info on the presenters and presentations. Act now and we'll give you a 100 dollar credit at our trade show which has Patagonia WorkWear and Stanley drinkware. Pretty cool! Thanks to our title sponsor, Lucerne Farms, producers of quality forage feeds, extremely handy and healthy bales of alfalfa, timothy, and grass blends. A great addition or substitute for your hay or grass and way better than grain. They also make products for your stalls and chickens. Check them out at lucerne farms com We also would like to welcome Renegade Hoof Boots to the show. The team at Renegade has been crafting hoof boots for years and has an excellent customer service reputation. Renegade is the official hoof boot of the Tevis Cup, the renowned 100-mile race in California. You may find that Renegade boots are the perfect pairing with barefoot trimming and many miles.  Speaking of spurs...I think Western spurs can be deceiving. They look severe, but as Cody mentioned, when the rowel has many, many points, the feel of them is actually more gentle than one pointy English spur. Just try rolling them on your hand or leg. The difference is clear. I think I'd rather be a horse feeling a dull, many pointed rowel than a solitary ball or knob.  Thanks to Redmond Equine for generously sponsoring our show. I'm finding two of my horses really, really love the Rock on a Rope this winter. They are going through it enthusiastically. Considering hanging one on the fence or in the stall. We think they'll love it. Order a box at Redmond equine dot com. That's it. Another episode in the can and out of the barn. Thanks for listening y'all.

This is Episode 7 of Season 5 and in it, I talk with Daniel Dauphin about bits and the upcoming Best Horse Practices Summit. I met this Louisiana man several years ago when we were considering possible presenters for the Best Horse Practices Summit in Lexington, Kentucky. Since then, he's come on the show several times to talk about a range of horse issues. Learn about his bit course. Visit his website and sign up for his newsletter. Most recently, he's stepped up to the Board of Directors for the Best Horse Practices Summit. He will also present at the mini Summit in Santa Fe in April with Katrin Silva, Jec Ballou, and Ben Longwell. All of the presentations will be collaborations – a rare thing in the horse industry nowadays! We'll have panel discussions and even a special presentation on mental health.  Speaking of which! Get yourself registered now before all the spaces fill up. There are just 70 spots available. For more information on presentations, schedule, venue, check out Best Horse Practices Summit for more info and to register.  Thanks to our title sponsor, Lucerne Farms, producers of quality forage feeds, extremely handy and healthy bales of alfalfa, timothy, and grass blends. A great addition or substitute for your hay or grass and way better than grain. They also make products for your stalls and chickens. Check them out at lucerne farms com We also would like to welcome Renegade Hoof Boots to the show. The team at Renegade has been crafting hoof boots for years and has an excellent customer service reputation. Renegade is the official hoof boot of the Tevis Cup, the renowned 100-mile race in California. You may find that Renegade boots are the perfect pairing with barefoot trimming and many miles. Thanks to Redmond Equine for generously sponsoring our show. I'm finding two of my horses really, really love the Rock on a Rope this winter. They are going through it enthusiastically. Considering hanging one on the fence or in the stall. We think they'll love it. Order a box at Redmond equine dot com. That's it. Another episode in the can and out of the barn. Thanks for listening y'all.

Our show is a space for riders and horse owners of all disciplines to learn best practices and to discover skills, strategies, tools, ideas, and insights for better connecting with their horses, with all horses, and for getting work done.  We love to hear from listeners and contacting us is easy here.  We offer these shows for free. If you think it's worthy of a small contribution, we sure would appreciate it. This is Episode 6 of Season 5 and in it, Jec interviews Gillian Higgins, an expert in horse anatomy and biomechanics. She's known internationally for her painting of horses' muscles and skeletal system on the outside of horses. Her programs are called Horses Inside Out and she has a huge amount of online offerings. Oh, and just a heads up if you're not inclined to do the kilo / pound conversion: Gillian mentions a 500-kilo horse. That's an 1,100-pound horse. Check out this short interview with Gillian by the BBC Visit Gillian's website. Thanks to our title sponsor, Lucerne Farms, producers of quality forage feeds, extremely handy and healthy bales of alfalfa, timothy, and grass blends. A great addition or substitute for your hay or grass and way better than grain. They also make products for your stalls and chickens. Check them out at lucerne farms com We also would like to welcome Renegade Hoof Boots to the show. The team at Renegade has been crafting hoof boots for years and has an excellent customer service reputation. Renegade is the official hoof boot of the Tevis Cup, the renowned 100-mile race in California. You may find that Renegade boots are the perfect pairing with barefoot trimming and many miles.  My favorite takeaways: that the canter is a good sit-up type of exercise for your horse and that a canter improves the trot for free. Also, that we can be blinded by what we know, an idea which has a lot in common with what we know as confirmation bias.  Thanks to Redmond Equine for generously sponsoring our show. With the turn of the season, make sure to have Redmond's salt available free choice for your horses. We think they'll love it. Order a whole box! And welcome back to Pharm Aloe, the gut and immune support supplement. Did you know that Pharm Aloe products all come from a USDA certified organic farm in Texas? Check out the pellets for horses. They have aloe options for dogs and people, too.  Also thanks to Patagonia WorkWear for their continued support. I hope you can check out their long sleeved waffle tee. It is the perfect swap out for a short sleeved t shirt as the weather gets cooler. Give us feedback, suggest a topic or guest, or make a donation and you'll be automatically entered to win a free Patagonia WorkWear item that we give away every month. Redmond Equine is sending a complimentary syringe of Daily Gold Stress Relief to everyone who drops a tip in our donation jar. Pretty cool and a $15 value. If you get something of value from our podcast, please consider making a donation. We sure would appreciate it. That's it. Another episode in the can and out of the barn. Thanks for listening y'all.

My guest for the episode is Jessie Dowling. She is an endurance rider who just completed the Tevis Cup last month and the Mongol Derby last year. Both of these events are some of the toughest horse races in the world. Given that, you might expect that Jessie has been at this for a very long time. However, this is a relatively new endeavor for her, as you will hear in this podcast. She basically says “I'm just a girl who loves horses.”    What I found really interesting in speaking with Jessie was how she made the shift from running her cheesemaking business to attempting these grueling races. This conversation is full of nuggets of wisdom. At the core, she values being present as one of the most important ways she shows up in the world. You will notice how she breaks things down into smaller steps. It never seems as if she is tackling a huge thing, but instead, she focuses on each step. She also has deeply cultivated her resilience and physical strength, which I find inspiring, because it shows that endurance isn't an inborn trait - it's a skill that can be built.   Here's Jessie's biography:   Jessie Dowling founded and ran an award winning sheep and goat dairy and farmstead creamery named Fuzzy Udder Creamery and made cheese from sheep, goat and cow's milk for 13 years in Midcoast Maine.  After 17 years in the dairy industry she decided to make a huge change and pursue her true passion, endurance riding, training horses, and helping others connect with horses. She sold her cheese business at the end of May and decided to celebrate by riding in the 2024 Tevis Cup.  Jessie also trained with Stevie Delahunt  leading up to riding and completing the 2023 Mongol Derby   In the end, Jessie is making life choices that support her in living the life she loves. We could all use a little more of that.   I hope you enjoy this podcast with Jessie Dowling. 

What drives someone to run 100 miles through the rugged terrain of the Sierra Nevada mountains? Discover the extraordinary story of Gordy Ainsleigh, whose determination transformed the Tevis Cup horse race into the legendary Western States Endurance Run. This episode takes you back to the origins of ultra-endurance running, tracing its evolution and celebrating the relentless spirit of the athletes who dare to push their physical and mental limits.We'll talk with Tate Taylor, native Texan and Ogden transplant, about his running of the Hoka Bandera 100K several times, including his personal best 14-hour finish time. From rigorous training regimens and navigating the challenging Bandera landscape to the profound emotional highs and lows of race day, this story offers a unique perspective on the world of ultra-endurance sports.Tate and I will explore the intersection of physical discipline and spiritual growth, emphasizing the importance of holistic well-being and building a community for disciplined, perseverant Christian men.Check out Be Regenerated on Insta.Follow Tate on Insta.Get 10% off your next Reformation Heritage Books order with discount code "HARDMEN." Visit Forged Beard Co. and used code "HARDMEN" to get 15% off your first order. Buy your plate armor from Premier Body Armor today. Join the Patreon exclusive membership.10 Ways to Make Money with Your MAXX-D Trailer.Alpine Gold Exchange Website: alpinegoldogden.comSet Up a Meeting: https://calendly.com/alpinegold/alpine-gold-consultationTalk to Joe Garrisi about managing your wealth with Backwards Planning Financial.Sign up for Barbell Logic.Buy your beef or pork box today from Salt and Strings Butchery. Use code "HMP" to get $20 off your next order.Partner with Full Stadium Marketing today! 

For this episode, I have a returning guest in Stevie Delahunt. You may remember that she was on my podcast last November. We had just met at the Journey On Podcast Summit and realized that we were two kindred spirits. I simply had to have her back after she just completed the Tevis Cup, a 100-mile endurance ride on the Western States Trail in California. This ride is legendary, with only 50% of the entrants completing the full race. This year, only 40% of the riders made it “under the banner”. Stevie was one of those riders, along with 3 other riders competing on her horses. In this conversation, we explored what it takes to ride for almost 24 hours through some of the most difficult trails to be found anywhere. If you are a regular listener to this podcast, you know that we deeply explored the mental side of the game, as well as the physical preparation it takes to take on such a feat. She shared what it was like in the dark moments (literally, dark moments because about 1/3 of the ride is done in the dark) to be present with herself and her horse. She also gave her perspective on fear, intuition, and how she makes decisions when the stakes are high. In the end, I've concluded that Stevie is a teacher of grit. I know she has helped me find more resilience and courage than I knew I had. Here's what Stevie says about herself: Stevie Delahunt graduated Michigan State University with two degrees and an intent to pursue law school at Georgetown University where she had been accepted. She switched gears and went to the French Pastry School of Chicago to learn how to do wedding cakes and set up shop in the Windy City. While in Chicago she learned of the world's toughest horse race, the Mongol Derby, and she again let life guide her into constant change. On the other side of successfully completing the Mongol Derby she took a job with a startup company in Rhode Island and learned coding and marketing for the online business. The endeavor in the world of start-ups gave her strong leadership skills and an education in business models she applied to starting her second and current business of horse related retreats. Stevie's current business encompasses several facets of the horse world including beginner riding instruction, advanced Bootcamp style retreats for riders wishing to participate in difficult horse riding survival races around the world, horse shoeing, and endurance racing with horses which includes doing the worlds toughest one day one hundred mile horse race; the Tevis Cup. Stevie believes that adversity is a necessary part of life and being prepared for adversity as well as creating it for oneself is essential and is a tool she uses in teaching both horses and humans, both young and old. Enjoy this podcast with Stevie Delahunt!

In the midst of record-breaking heat, out of control wildfires, brazen bears and dry, dusty blown-out trails, the boys catch up on a grab bag of topics including Pow Bot's harrowing adventure sailboat racing on Lake Tahoe, Trail Whisperer's week of trail work spent in the Toiyabe Range with no cell service, a recap of the Downieville Classic, whether you should buy an SL-style ebike or a “full power” ebike, Trail Whisperer's new bike day and whether or not he likes “mullet” style mountain bikes, the modern world of social media and how to break away from the stranglehold of Meta, the start of the Summer Olympics in Paris with lame mountain bike courses and the greatest surfing wave ever, Pow Bot's recent rediscovery of hiking and his relationship with the same mountain from summer to winter and Trail Whisperer's struggle to stay amped on riding his mountain bike through the hottest and dustiest part of the summer. The boys also do some listener shout-outs and play the first 888 COR LORD call-in voicemails from listeners. 2:50 – Pow Bot enthralled with the Golden Hour and sunsets, enjoying the cooler weather after a record breaking heatwave.4:45 – Trail Whisperer is not motivated to ride his mountain bike because of hot and dry and blown out the trails have been.7:30 – Pow Bot thumbs a ride at Emerald Bay and got picked up by a county sheriff, and Trail Whisperer shares his story of being interrogated in the back of a police car.10:30 – Bears in Lake Tahoe and Sierra County are out of control, breaking into homes, schools and peoples' cars, leading Sierra County Sheriff's Department to euthanize several bears.13:40 – 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris kicks off – the mountain bike course is lame, Teahupo'o is the surf venue, one of the greatest and most dangerous places on the planet to surf.18:45 – Fire season is in full swing in the Sierra Nevada – Gold Complex Fire in Portola and Park Fire in Chico are two big ones.24:45 – Shout out to Zeke Lunder of The-Lookout.com – a great fire info resource.28:15 – Climbers, mountaineers, skiers bodies are being found in melting glaciers after being missing for decades.31:00 – Two horses die during the Tevis Cup event on Western States Trail.34:20 – Ebike banter. Buying an SL eMTB versus full power eMTB. The long-term health of riding an ebike versus the peaks and valleys of spiking your heartrate on a mountain bike.42:10 – Type 1-3 Fun comes from the Dirtbag Diaries.44:45 – COR LORD Call-in Hotline – Superfan #1 - Scott Kessler and Gordo48:15 – Trail Whisperer watching a documentary on the history of the Grateful Dead, and how they have always controlled their content and media.51:00 – Modern social media, Meta controls everything. Trying to make a direct line of communication with your followers and cut out the third party like Meta.55:00 – Chas Smith – Welcome to Paradise Now go to Hell – Cocaine and Surfing – getting shut down by Meta after a satirical story about a cocaine shark.59:00 – Trail Whisperer was in the Toiyabe Range of central Nevada for an entire week with no cell service working on the Toiyabe Crest Trail.1:08:00 – Pow Bot's crazy sailing adventure on Lake Tahoe with John Morrison.1:20:30 – NEW BIKE DAY for Trail Whisperer – Santa Cruz Bronson1:27:00 – Pow Bot made a heartwarming Instagram reel tribute to Carson, his dog.1:31:50 – Downieville Classic Recap and riding moto in Downieville. Lost Sierra Endurance Race – a running race in Downieville on a Saturday.1:50:00 – Pow Bot has been getting into hiking, Hike Bot. Seeing terrain he skis in the winter in the summer and how different it looks.1:59:00 – What's coming up the next couple weeks? Trail Whisperer goes to Breck Epic and ebiking the Rubicon Trail.

By Davy Crockett  50 years ago, on August 3-4, 1974, Gordy Ainsleigh accomplished his legendary run on the Western States Trail in the California Sierra. It became the most famous run in modern ultrarunning history. Initially, it went unnoticed in the sport until several years later, when, with some genius marketing, it became the icon for running 100 miles in the mountains, the symbol for Western States 100, founded in 1977 by Wendell Robie. With Ainsleigh as the icon, Western States inspired thousands to also try running 100 miles in the mountains on trails. Let's celebrate this historic run's 50th anniversary. History Note: You were probably told Ainsleigh was the first to do this, but he was actually the 8th to cover the Western States Trail on foot during the Tevis Cup horse ride. Others were awarded the "first finishers on foot trophy" two years earlier, in 1972. Also, the sport of trail ultrarunning was not invented in 1974. It had existed for more than 100 years. There were at least eight trail ultras held worldwide in 1974, including a trail 100-miler in England. Previous to 1974, more than 1,200 people had run 100 miles in under 24 hours in races on roads, tracks, and trails, including some women. Learn about the rich and long history of the 100-miler. There are no three books that cover this history through 1979. Learn More The Early Years Harry Gordon Ainsleigh, from Meadow Vista, California, was born in Auburn, California in 1947. He grew up going by the name of Harry. He was the son of Frank Leroy Ainsleigh (1926-2007) who served in the Korea and Vietnam wars, in the Air Force. Frank and Bertha Gunhild (Areson) Ainsleigh (1918-2004) married while Frank was very young. The marriage didn't work out, and they filed for divorce one month before Gordy was born. He was then raised by his mother (a nurse) and his Norwegian-born grandmother, Bertha Fidjeland Areson (1894-1984), who was also divorced. Frank Ainsleigh left the home, quickly remarried, and eventually settled in Florida where he raced stock cars and worked in a Sheriff's office as maintenance supervisor over patrol cars. Bertha Ainsleigh remarried in 1952, when Gordy was five, to Walter Scheffel of Weimar, California. He was employed at a sanatorium. But Gordy's family life continued to be in an uproar. They divorced less than a year later. Nevada City Gordy Ainsleigh spent his childhood years in Nevada City, California, about 30 miles north of Auburn. (This is the same town that seven decades earlier put on a 27-hour race in December 1882, won by Charles Harriman (1853-1919) with 117 miles.) Ainsleigh recalled his first long run as a child. "One day when I was in second grade. I came out on the playground with a bag lunch that Grandma had packed for me, and I just couldn't see anybody who would have lunch with me. I panicked. And I just felt like I couldn't breathe. And I just dropped my lunch, and I ran home for lunch." On another day, he missed the bus for school and didn't want to admit to his mother that he again missed it, so he just ran several miles to the school. He explained, "I came in a little late. The teacher knew where I lived. She asked, 'Why are you late?" I said, 'I missed the bus, so I ran to school." She was so impressed that she didn't punish him. By the age of fourteen, Ainsleigh started to get into trouble with the law, so his mother decided it was time to move out of town, back to the country. They moved back closer to Auburn, to a small farm near the hilly rural community of Meadow Vista. In junior high school, his gym teacher treated P.E. like a military boot camp with lots of pushups. He recalled, "I'd goof off and he'd make me run. I made sure I wore a real pained expression whenever he could see me. Actually, I was having a good time."  Living on a farm, he grew up among livestock animals, and in 1964 was given an award at a country fair for a sheep. High School, College,

By Davy Crockett For most elite ultrarunner, as they reach their mid-40s, their competitive years are mostly behind them. But for Ted Corbitt, his best years were still ahead of him, as he would become a national champion and set multiple American ultrarunning records. Read/Listen to Part 1 and Part 2 of Corbitt's amazing history as he became "The Father of American Ultrarunning." Perhaps Corbitt's most notable achievements in the sport of long-distance running was his groundbreaking work in course measurements. He said, “My initiating the accurate course measurement program in the USA is easily the most important thing that I did in the long-distance running scene.” He understood that “for the sport long-distance running to gain legitimacy, a system was needed to verify performances, records, and ensure that courses were consistently measured in the correct manner.” Learn about the rich and long history of ultrarunning. There are now ten books available in the Ultrarunning History series on Amazon Learn More Course Measurement Standards Obtaining accurate measurements for courses had been important for over 150 years. During the 19th century pedestrian era of ultrarunning, indoor tracks varied in length depending on the size of the arena. Professional surveyors and engineers were employed to measure the tracks down to the inch. This was important in six-day races as runners would circle the tracks thousands of times and massive wagers were made on how far runners would go. Mistakes were made at times. In October 1879, a couple weeks after the Fifth Astley Belt race held in Madison Square Garden, won by Charles Rowell (1852-1909) of England with 530 miles, the track was remeasured for another race and was discovered to be several feet short per lap which meant that Rowell actually instead covered 524 miles. The controversy resulted in a lawsuit because the error affected the distribution of enormous winnings earned by the runners. After that debacle, race managers were much more careful about certifying their tracks. In the 20th century, ultrarunning returned to road courses. With the introduction of the automobile, odometers were typically used. But those devices were rarely calibrated accurately as auto manufacturers liked to have them register more miles than actually traveled. Off-road course measurement was even more difficult. In 1959, a five-mile cross country course was used in the Bronx, New York. A careful remeasurement after the race discovered that the course was short by 490 yards. Another important example: As the famed Western States Trail was used by the horse endurance race, The Tevis Cup, in the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, and for the early years of the Western States 100 foot race, it later was discovered in the 1980s the course was not even close to 100 miles, it was no more than 89 miles, more than 10% short. It wasn't initially a 100-mile race. John Jewell As Corbitt went to England in the early 1960s to compete in London to Brighton, he became acquainted with John Jewell (1912-2001), a founding member of the Road Runners Club in England. In 1961, Jewell wrote a paper describing the process of road race course measurement in England. He refined a method of using calibrated bicycle wheels for measurement. Jewell measured the London to Brighton course that Corbitt competed on. Corbitt was convinced that a method of accurate course measurement was needed for America's long-distance races. He pointed out, “The U.S. has sent marathoners and walkers to the Olympic Games who thought they were in a certain time range, but who in reality were several minutes slower on full length courses. This is unnecessary since it is possible to measure courses accurately." He exported many of Jewell's ideas, did his own research, and published a historic 29-page booklet in 1964, “Measuring Road Running Courses.” He evaluated all the typical methods of measuring courses and concluded t...

In this exciting episode of the Endurance Horse Podcast, we sit down with author Pamela Reband to discuss her incredible 2024 Tevis Cup journey. Pam shares her motivations, challenges, and the passion that drives her to compete in one of the most prestigious endurance rides in the world. This episode is part one of a two-part series that dives deep into her inspiring story. Stay tuned for part two, where we will interview Pam's trainer, Scot McGregor. Scot will reveal his process for helping Pam regain her confidence and courage to get back on her horse after a traumatic accident. If you enjoy this episode, please consider supporting the podcast by joining one of our Warhorse Endurance Challenges at www.warhorseendurance.com. Your support helps us continue to bring inspiring stories and valuable insights from the endurance riding community.  You can buy Pam's book on amazon by clicking this link: "Three Steps Up To Mediocrity" - by Pamela Reband, M.D. 

In a shift away from skis and bikes, Episode 41 profiles two Truckee trail running core lords, Jenelle Potvin and Steve Martelli and their passion for ultra distance running events like the Western States Endurance Run. Just like Western States itself, this episode covers a lot of ground from how the couple had their first date on a seven hour trail run, to the history of the Western States trail, to preparing for a 100 mile adventure on foot with the support of an incredible trail running community. Steve also shares his emotional story of spiral fracturing his femur at mile 70 in the 2023 event after a nine year journey to be accepted into Western States. The boys also chat about the historic July heatwave hitting Lake Tahoe, the Reno Rodeo, listener shout outs and a tribute to PowBot and his wife's dog Carson who recently passed after nearly 15 years of putting his paws in the track. 2:30 – Historic July heat wave hits Lake Tahoe and Reno just after the summer solstice.5:00 – Kurt went on a multi-day rafting trip to the Deschutes River in Oregon.6:40 – The joys of trail running – simplicity, no gear required. Just go running.9:50 – Truckee Dirt Union rallies a crew for the Truckee 4th of July parade. 11:30 – Building trails for everybody. Including all user groups into trails and not discriminating against trail users. 13:50 – Listener shout outs – JT Robinson, Alex Horgan, Rob McCormick, Nate Melen.17:00 – Trail Whisperer and Burning Man19:00 – Rainbow Gathering disaster in Plumas National Forest. 22:00 – The Sphere in Las Vegas.23:00 – Trail Whisperer recommends Reno Rodeo – The Wildest and Richest Rodeo in the West.25:10 – PowBot and his wife say goodbye to their dog Carson.28:47 – Introducing Jenelle Potvin and Steve Martelli – hardcore trail runners. 41:00 – How do you go from a 10 mile run to doing a 50 mile trail run?43:30 – When Steve and Jenelle met – on the trail running Western States trail. 48:00 – What does it take to be a pacer in a running event?53:45 – How do you stay cool in 100+ degree temperatures during Western States Endurance Run?57:45 – The history of the Western States trail and the Tevis Cup horse race. 1:06:00 – Western States race in big snow years when the course gets rerouted. 1:09:40 – How do you qualify and get accepted into the Western States Endurance Run?1:13:40 – How do you run a 100 mile event when your longest run has only been 30 miles?1:18:15 – There are six sections to the Western States trail – The Canyons break the most people.1:20:50 – Steve's story of running the 2023 Western States event and spiral fracturing his femur at mile 70.2:00:40 – What does Mind the Track mean to you?

Judy Hayamizu shares the harrowing story of her horse Sparky's week long walk about in the California wilderness. Erna Valdivia stops by to talk about entering the Tevis Cup with her Shagya Arabian mare, adopted from Love This Horse Rescue. Plus, Karen shares her new saddle bag emergency kit and the terrifying event that inspired the update.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3471 – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Judy HayamizuGuest: Erna ValdiviaWatch the Tevis Cup Webcast Additional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, EquestrianPlus, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps10:54 - Saddle Bag Emergency Kit21:18 - Erna Valdivia37:09 - Judy Hayamizu

Judy Hayamizu shares the harrowing story of her horse Sparky's week long walk about in the California wilderness. Erna Valdivia stops by to talk about entering the Tevis Cup with her Shagya Arabian mare, adopted from Love This Horse Rescue. Plus, Karen shares her new saddle bag emergency kit and the terrifying event that inspired the update.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3471 – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Judy HayamizuGuest: Erna ValdiviaWatch the Tevis Cup Webcast Additional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, EquestrianPlus, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps10:54 - Saddle Bag Emergency Kit21:18 - Erna Valdivia37:09 - Judy Hayamizu

“Let them know it's okay to ride or it's okay to run. You'll survive and you can switch off.” Susan Smyth is the coordinator and ride manager of the Ride & Tie race. In this episode, Susan chats with Luis about Ride & Tie, the details around this special race based on the old Pony Express, where the race has been held, the Cool Summer Night Run which is happening in conjunction, and the event happening at the Milestone Saloon after the race. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. Coolest Ride & Tie:  https://www.coolestrat.com/ Ride & Tie World Championship: https://www.rideandtie.org/about-ride-and-tie/ Cool Summer Night Run https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=115303 GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoghn20 Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com Susan Smyth Contact Info: susansmythjackson@gmail.com Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com  

In this episode of Building Unbreakable Brands, Meghan Lynch sits down with Diana Fitzpatrick, attorney, runner, and board president of the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run, the world's oldest 100-mile trail race. Since its inception in 1974, the Western States 100 has become one of the ultimate tests of endurance, embodying a rich history and a deep-rooted culture of community and volunteerism.Diana provides an in-depth look at her role as board president and shares the fascinating history of the race, which started when Gordy Ainsleigh ran the trail of the Tevis Cup horse race on foot. She explains how the race has evolved into a nonprofit organization and discusses the operational aspects, including the stringent lottery system that selects 369 participants from over 8,000 applicants each year due to federal wilderness area regulations.Meghan and Diana explore the importance of tradition within the Western States 100, from the in-person registration and pre-race meeting to the emphasis on honoring all finishers, regardless of their placement. They also discuss the proactive steps taken by the board, such as implementing a transgender policy to ensure inclusivity. Diana highlights the enduring culture of volunteering that spans generations of families, emphasizing the community spirit that is crucial to the event's success.Key Points Discussed:• The history and evolution of the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run.• Operational details, including the participant lottery system and federal regulations.• The race's traditions and the importance of honoring all participants.• The proactive creation of a transgender policy by the board.• The culture of volunteering and community involvement that supports the race.• Before wrapping up, Diana turns the mic over to the next generation, underscoring the event's commitment to future endurance athletes and community leaders.Learn more about the Western States 100 Mile Endurance RunFollow Diana on Instagram: @dianafitz11Building Unbreakable Brands is hosted by Meghan LynchProduced by Six-Point Creative

This episode of the Free Outside Podcast explores the history and rise of 200-mile races, and pedestrianism. I share my personal experience with backpacking and the mental health benefits of outdoor adventures and then delves into the origins of pedestrianism in the 19th century, where competitive walking was a popular sport. We explain how 200-mile running races evolved from the Western States 100 and the Tevis Cup, and highlights notable races such as the Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, Moab 240, and Cocodona 250. I discusses the challenges, camaraderie, and immersive nature of these races, as well as the increasing popularity and high cost of participating in them. Takeaways 200-mile races, or 200s, have gained popularity in the ultrarunning community The origins of 200s can be traced back to pedestrianism in the 19th century Notable 200-mile races include the Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, Moab 240, and Cocodona 250 These races offer challenges, immersive experiences, and a sense of camaraderie Participating in 200s can be expensive due to race fees and logistics Sound Bites "I just got back from a backpacking trip. I just needed to get out." "I got my mental health reset with some backpacking." "Let's dive into the history of pedestrianism, the history of 200s." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience 02:20 The History of Pedestrianism and the Origins of 200s 10:46 The Triple Crown of 200s 22:15 Challenges, Camaraderie, and Immersion in 200-Mile Races 25:04 The Increasing Popularity and Cost of Participating in 200s Buy Merch to support: https://www.freeoutside.com/shop Buy my book "Free Outside" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/39LpoSF Email me to buy a signed copy of my book, "Free Outside" at jeff@freeoutside.com Watch the movie about setting the record on the Colorado Trail: https://tubitv.com/movies/100019916/free-outside Website: www.Freeoutside.com Instagram: thefreeoutside facebook: www.facebook.com/freeoutsideKeywords200-mile races, history, rise, pedestrianism, Western States 100, Tevis Cup, Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, Cocodona 250, challenges, camaraderie, popularity, cost --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freeoutside/message

The executive director of First 5 California, a state commission which helps children ages 5 and under. Also, how a relationship to food shapes Asian American identity. Finally, the Auburn Trails Alliance. First 5 California A little over two decades ago, California voters approved a proposition to benefit the state's children. In 1998, Prop 10 added a 50-cent tax to each pack of cigarettes, and that money went to the creation of a California Children and Families Commission - more commonly known as First 5 California, which helps children from the womb through age 5 - including parents and caregivers. The person leading this state commission is also charting a new path. Executive Director Jackie Thu-Huong Wong is the first woman of color to lead the commission. Jackie explains how her childhood as a refugee following the fall of Saigon shapes her work today. How Food Shapes Asian American Identity How does our relationship to food shape Asian American identity? And how does our identity influence the food we make? As we close AAPI Heritage Month, we are revisiting episodes of CapRadio's podcast Mid Pacific. In today's episode, host Sarah Mizes-Tan discusses food appropriation, who has “ownership” over certain foods, and what happens when a much beloved drink goes mainstream. Auburn Trails Alliance Auburn is the self-proclaimed endurance capital of Northern California. It's home to two of the most prestigious long-distance races in the world: the Tevis Cup 100-Mile Endurance Equestrian Ride and the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run. Kelley Davis is the Director of the Auburn Trails Alliance and spoke with Insight producer Jen Picard about new initiatives and events tied to May is Bike Month.

In this episode, Stacy Westfall explores the power of goal-setting and learning in layers, using her own experiences and the upcoming Virtual Tevis Cup as examples.  She explores how breaking down big goals into smaller, achievable tasks can propel us toward our ultimate dreams., discussing how seemingly unrelated goals can complement each other. The Virtual Tevis Cup serves as a focal point, challenging listeners to rethink their capabilities and embrace new opportunities for growth, even in unexpected areas. Stacy emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, learning from mistakes, and maintaining a community-driven approach to equine endeavors.  If you're interested in participating in the Virtual Tevis Cup or exploring layered goals for yourself and your horse, visit Stacy Westfall's website or social media for more information.

“I feel like these endurance events really unite participants, volunteers, and others to respect our forests and rivers while in pursuit of athletic dreams and wilderness adventures.” Bob Crowley, Hal Hall, and Tim Twietmeyer are the authors of the new book, States The Places We Run: Celebrating 50 years of American Ultrarunning History. In this special episode, Luis sits in on a live talk with the 3 authors of the book hosted by Protect American River Canyons. Hear about Western States, history of running, iconic running races, trails, and funny stories. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoghn20 Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com Where to get the Book: https://historyexp.org/states-bibliography/ Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

My guest for this next episode is Stevie Delahunt. This podcast is going to be a very different episode. When you get into it, you'll notice that we just started recording. There wasn't this moment where I went, "Stevie, welcome to the podcast," because we just started talking the minute we got on Zoom together. Here's the background. In the 24 hours before Stevie and I were scheduled to record, she discovered that her horse, Captain America, had severely lacerated his front left leg in the pasture. There was a big decision to be made. Was it even something that could be recoverable? She had spent the last 24 hours working with him to determine what to do. The vets eventually took four hours to stich him up and put him back together. Given all that, I started this podcast by saying, "Stevie, we can just talk. We don't have to do a podcast; maybe you just need an ear for what you've been going through." She started talking, and I hit record because we just got right into it. What you're going to hear in this podcast is two people having a very rich discussion about how to deal with adversity and pressure, including things like having our horse cut their leg and all the other things that we might call trauma.  She calls those things productive struggle, or spicy memories.Stevie is all about helping people deal with difficult situations. Let me tell you a little bit about her. Stevie Delahunt graduated Michigan State University with two degrees and an intent to pursue law school at Georgetown University where she had been accepted. She switched gears and went to the French Pastry School of Chicago to learn how to do wedding cakes and set up shop in the Windy City. While in Chicago she learned of the worlds toughest horse race, the Mongol Derby, and she again let life guide her into constant change. On the other side of successfully completing the Mongol Derby she took a job with a start up company in Rhode Island and learned coding and marketing for the online business.  The endeavor in the world of start-ups gave her strong leadership skills and an education in business models she applied to starting her second and current business of horse related retreats. Stevie's current business encompasses several facets of the horse world including beginner riding instruction, advanced Bootcamp style retreats for riders wishing to participate in difficult horse riding survival races around the world, horse shoeing, and endurance racing with horses which includes doing the worlds toughest one day one hundred mile horse race; the Tevis Cup.  Stevie believes that adversity is a necessary part of life and being prepared for adversity as well as creating it for oneself is essential and is a tool she uses in teaching both horses and humans, both young and old. 

This is a episode on our series we call, Endurance off the Trail, where we look at other endurance sports and see what we can learn from them to make us better trail runners.   In this episode, we talk about the endurance event that preceeded the Western States Endurance run, The Tevis Cup.  This is a 100-mile endurance event that follows the Western States trail by man and their partner horse. We are honored to talk with a legend of this race, Hal Hall. Hal, an Auburn native has completed this race 32 times and holds the record for the most top-10 finishes (14) and three championships beginning at the age of 14!  He has also competed internationally.  With Hal's expertise in horse conditioning for the race, we thought he could teach us something about human conditioning.

Sanoma Blakeley is an amazing woman who, at age 18, became the youngest to ever win the Tevis Cup, a 100 mile, 24-hour endurance horse race in California's Sierra High Country. She eloquently shares her story in her book "Chasing Dreams: The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Champion." Sanoma's story is way more than an athletic race. It's one showcasing the race of life, of family, of bonds, connections, support, and community. The very fact this young women achieved such a huge goal early on, while continuing to grow and spread her idea of tenacity, is indeed 'the stuff' we all should aim for in our own lives.  https://blakeleystables.web.com

Sanoma Blakeley is an amazing woman who, at age 18, became the youngest to ever win the Tevis Cup, a 100 mile, 24-hour endurance horse race in California's Sierra High Country. She eloquently shares her story in her book "Chasing Dreams: The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Champion." Sanoma's story is way more than an athletic race. It's one showcasing the race of life, of family, of bonds, connections, support, and community. The very fact this young women achieved such a huge goal early on, while continuing to grow and spread her idea of tenacity, is indeed 'the stuff' we all should aim for in our own lives. https://blakeleystables.web.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join us as Paul interviews Jeremy Reynolds – the winner of the 2023 Western States Trail Ride, better known as the Tevis Cup, with the ever more well-known Treasured Moments. Jeremy has personally ridden 6 horses to wins either of the Tevis Cup or the Haggin Cup – which recognizes the best conditioned horse in the competition for the year. It is an incredible achievement just to complete this hundred-mile competition, as it only had a ~65% completion rate between voluntary and veterinarian-mandated withdrawals. Jeremy and his wife, Heather, have combined for 13 Tevis and 3 Haggin cup wins. Jeremy and Heather have assembled a group of horses and riders who join them on the ride every year. This landmark event for both the endurance discipline as well as the Arabian dominance make for a great story. If you'd like to learn more, make sure to visit TevisCup.net. If you'd like to get in touch with Jeremy and Heather, navigate to ReynoldsRacing.us for contact details. The producers of We Love Arabian Horses strive to provide informative and engaging content to our listeners without any bias or commercial interests. Our priority is to deliver valuable insights, discussions, and entertainment through our podcast episodes.If you have any questions or concerns about the content of our podcast, please reach out to us at Austin@WeLoveArabianHorses.com, and we will be happy to address them.Thank you for listening to We Love Arabian Horses. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/we-love-arabian-horses/message

There have been many winners of the Tevis Cup, though Ms. Samona Blakeley is the youngest female rider to hold this high honor.  In our chat today we will get to know a bit more about Samona, her Craigslist freebie horse named Goober and how it their story became what is now the book, "Chasing Dreams- The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Champion" by Samona Blakeley you can find her book on Amazon: Chasing Dreams. 

Gabriela Blakeley- Reflections on Tevis 2022 Episode 58 of Endurance Horse Podcast is being published on 17 July 2023 Hello and welcome to episode of Endurance Horse Podcast!  We are back after a pause and today chatting with Gabriella Blakely of Oregon, who won the 2022 Tevis Cup with horse Pyro with a time of 17 hours 9 minutes.  The Blakeley family is no stranger to the Tevis trail and has arguably created a family tradition and legacy around Tevis.   Stay tuned because at a later date we will be sharing more information on a new book authored by Gabriela's daughter Samona Blakeley about Samona's journey to her 2019 win at Tevis.  Her book is called Chasing Dreams: The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Winner.   Sorry for the long pause in producing content, life has been busy & this momma was getting a bit tired!   Now on with the show!  Without further ado, let's jump into episode 58 of Endurance Horse Podcast. 

In our fourth Exchanging Experiences live podcast conversation at San Francisco Running Company we talk with the incredible mother daughter duo, Sharon Finston & Carolyn Latham. Sharon and Carolyn share the equestrian origins of Western States and their family's multi-generational history participating in the Western States Trail ride commonly known as the Tevis Cup.  Exchanging Experiences is a live event held at SFRC in San Anselmo at 6pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Subscribe to SFRC's Youtube so you can catch the livestream and follow SFRC on Instagram.   Some highlights from our conversation:

In our last podcast episode, Ute talked with Claire Eckard, author of the book Race Against Time about the journey of Kyla and her tiny Hackney pony Flash to the Tevis Cup. Today both Kayla and her mom join us to talk about their experience and how Flash became the smallest pony to ever successfully complete the Tevis. It just proves the point: Size doesn't matter!Show Notes:https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2023/02/08/horse-podcast-ep-295-pony-power-at-the-tevis-cup/

In our last podcast episode, Ute talked with Claire Eckard, author of the book Race Against Time about the journey of Kyla and her tiny Hackney pony Flash to the Tevis Cup. Today both Kayla and her mom join us to talk about their experience and how Flash became the smallest pony to ever successfully complete the Tevis. It just proves the point: Size doesn't matter! Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2023/02/08/horse-podcast-ep-295-pony-power-at-the-tevis-cup/

If you love books, this is the perfect place for you. Once a month, Heather, Ute, and sometimes Krystal, will talk about their favorite horsey book. In today's episode of the EQA Book Club, Ute is talking with Claire Eckhard about her recently published book Race Against Time, a book about a girl, a pony and their race against time in the toughest 100-miles endurance race in the world, the Tevis Cup.Show Notes:https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2023/02/01/horse-podcast-ep-294-eqa-book-club-pony-power/

If you love books, this is the perfect place for you. Once a month, Heather, Ute, and sometimes Krystal, will talk about their favorite horsey book. In today's episode of the EQA Book Club, Ute is talking with Claire Eckhard about her recently published book Race Against Time, a book about a girl, a pony and their race against time in the toughest 100-miles endurance race in the world, the Tevis Cup. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2023/02/01/horse-podcast-ep-294-eqa-book-club-pony-power/

 Author Claire Eckard joins us to talk about her new book "Race Against Time: A Girl, a Pony & the Toughest 100-Mile Race in the World".  It is the amazing story of Kyla Law and Her Hackney Pony Flash,  the smallest horse to ever finish the Tevis Cup.  Sarah Cuthbertson from Ride Like an Athlete  helps us with what conditioning is needed for distance riders and Karen shares how she calculates ride times and speed.  Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3096  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Sarah Cuthbertson from Ride Like an AthleteGuest: Claire Eckard, author of Race Against Time: A Girl, a Pony & the Toughest 100-Mile Race in the WorldGuest: Jenni RichThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:09:30 - Training Tip15:10 - Kristen from The Distance Depot19:20 - Sarah Cuthbertson38:00 - Claire Eckard51:11 - Jenni RichSupport the show

 Author Claire Eckard joins us to talk about her new book "Race Against Time: A Girl, a Pony & the Toughest 100-Mile Race in the World".  It is the amazing story of Kyla Law and Her Hackney Pony Flash,  the smallest horse to ever finish the Tevis Cup.  Sarah Cuthbertson from Ride Like an Athlete  helps us with what conditioning is needed for distance riders and Karen shares how she calculates ride times and speed.  Listen in... HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3096  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Sarah Cuthbertson from Ride Like an AthleteGuest: Claire Eckard, author of Race Against Time: A Girl, a Pony & the Toughest 100-Mile Race in the WorldGuest: Jenni RichThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:09:30 - Training Tip15:10 - Kristen from The Distance Depot19:20 - Sarah Cuthbertson38:00 - Claire Eckard51:11 - Jenni RichSupport the show

Endurance Horse Podcast - Episode 56 Episode 56 of the Endurance Horse Podcast is being published the  19th of July 2022 by Christina Hyke   Hard to believe we are in our 5th year of Endurance Horse Podcast -established in 2018.    Endurance Horse Podcast first aired in March of 2018,  we have averaged 12 episodes per year and have stayed free and commercial free for our listeners and are approaching 50,000 downloads.  It seems fitting that in our 5th year, we bring you 5 stories from Tevis Cup 2022.   In this episode I get to chat with top, international endurance rider, Heather  Reynolds of Reynolds Racing.  Heather placed 4th this year at Tevis 2022.  Heather is an International competitor and part of the dynamic duo that is Reynolds Racing.  Both she and her husband, Jeremy are well known in the sport and have represented the USA at the highest levels of endurance.  Heather has over 25,000 AERC miles, multiple Tevis Cup wins, eight Tevis completions, as well has having won the Haggin cup in past years.  Her list of accomplishments is long, though my favorite part of our conversation was hearing her talk about her horse,  A Sudden Gift. , You are invited to listen in while Heather and I chat about how she got into horses, endurance and her 2022 Top 5 Tevis Cup placing.   Without further ado, I welcome you to episode 56 of Endurance Horse Podcast:      Heather Reynolds, Reynolds Racing USA https://www.reynoldsracing.us https://williamgorephotography.smugmug.com

2022 Tevis Cup entrants Ross Carrie and Elaine Lemieux stop by for a pre-race chat, plus we look at this years pre-race stats. Karen Chaton talks about the AllTrails app.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2971  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek:  co-host, executive in charge of comic relief, Jamie Jennings:   co-host, director of wacky equestrian adventures, Coach Jenn:  producer, Chaos Control Officer.Guest Cohost: Karen ChatonImage Credit: Elaine LemieuxGuest: Ross CarrieGuest: Elaine LemieuxThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, and Listeners Like YouSupport the show

2022 Tevis Cup entrants Ross Carrie and Elaine Lemieux stop by for a pre-race chat, plus we look at this years pre-race stats. Karen Chaton talks about the AllTrails app.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2971  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek:  co-host, executive in charge of comic relief, Jamie Jennings:   co-host, director of wacky equestrian adventures, Coach Jenn:  producer, Chaos Control Officer.Guest Cohost: Karen ChatonImage Credit: Elaine LemieuxGuest: Ross CarrieGuest: Elaine LemieuxThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, and Listeners Like YouSupport the show

“We have the Tevis Cup ride and ultimately concluding with the Western States endurance run. The 47 or 48 years of history capsulated right here in a display.” Hal Hall is a 30 time finisher and 3 time winner of the Tevis Cup. He is also a founding member of the upcoming Western States Trail Museum. Hear all about the museum and the rich history of the trail. Also Hal describes what it takes to be successful at the Tevis Cup. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. XOSKIN show code: Road Dog Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.xoskin.us Costa Rica 200: https://www.costa200.com Allwedoisrun.com Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

“The knowledge is a 72 year old wins the Tevis Cup and it's all gravy. The truth is your only 72 and it's not all gravy.” Potato is a horse rider and breeder. He has rode the Tevis Cup 31 times with 22 finishes and 3 wins. He most recently won it in 2015 at the ripe age of 72. Potato is the author of 2 books titled Ride Like Potato and Truth vs. Knowledge. Luis visits Potato on his ranch and uncovers buckles and stories from the past. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoglistener Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com GO Sleeves special 15% off offer with this link: https://gosleeves.com/luisescobar Allwedoisrun.com Potato Contact Info: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/potato-richardson-750258146/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/RIDE-LIKE-POTATO-RIDING-WINNER-ebook/dp/B017GJG0W4 Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

“We knew how to set up a course you know. We knew how to go out and mark a trail. We knew how to do that from horses. So when we were given the reigns to take the run and launch it on our own, we called on all our endurance riding friends.” Shannon Weil is the author of Strike Along Trot and historian on the Western States Trail. Hear about her endurance horse riding, learn about the history of the Tevis Cup, the history of the Western States 100 Endurance Run, how the run buckle came into existence, and the birth of the Western States Trail museum. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. XOSKIN show code: Road Dog Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.xoskin.us Squirrel's Nut Butter https://squirrelsnutbutter.com HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoglistener Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

By Davy Crockett and Phil Lowry You can read, listen, or watch In Auburn, California, on the evening of July 30, 1972, an awards banquet was held at the fairgrounds for the finishers of the Western States Trail Ride, also known as the Tevis Cup. There was additional excitement that year among the exhausted riders, who early that morning had finished the most famous endurance ride in the world. Not only would the 93 riders receive their finisher belt buckles, but they would witness a trophy awarded to the first person in history to finish the famed trail, not on a horse, but on foot. The special trophy was made and would be presented by the ride's founder, and president, Wendell Robbie. But when the trophy was presented, it was not awarded to Gordy Ainsleigh. He was not the first to finish Western States on foot, despite the false marketing hype you may have been told for 45 years. Ainsleigh was in the audience and watched the trophy and other awards go to the true first finishers. It would not be until two years later he would complete his famed, hyped run on the Western States Trail on foot during the Ride, copying those who went before him. Note: Also listen to the audio episode for a discussion at the end between the two researchers/authors of this article. Please consider becoming a patron of ultrarunning history. Help to preserve this history by signing up to contribute a little each month through Patreon. Visit https://ultrarunninghistory.com/member Fort Riley, Kansas Today, where is the trophy for the first finisher on foot? It likely resides forgotten in a dusty storage room in Fort Riley, Kansas, 140 miles west of Kansas City. Perhaps, similar to the depiction in the movie Raiders of the Lost Ark, the trophy will stay hidden for another 50 years. What is the true story behind this “first finisher on foot” trophy, and who received it? It was a front-page story in the Auburn Journal that was later forgotten because it was purposely buried by the original Western States Endurance Run board, replaced by the Gordy Ainsleigh story. How the True First Finisher Story Started Mary Lyles McCarthy The true Western States first finisher story started in 1967 with a young woman named Mary Bradley. Lyles (1948-), of Visalia, California. Mary's father had served in the cavalry in World War II and passed on his passion for horsemanship to his daughters. As teens, Mary and her two sisters, Anne and Peggy became very involved in equestrian events, shows, competitions and weekly training events outside their back door. Their mother would support them by driving horse trailers all over.  Mary became a very experienced rider and completed the 1967 Western States Trail Ride at the age of 18. It had been an amazing experience riding day and night across the High Sierra. She married Joseph Thomas McCarthy (1945-) in 1969, who was in the army and soon was sent off to fight the war in Vietnam. Joseph McCarthy in 1969 After returning from the war, Capt. McCarthy was stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas. He became the leader of an adventure team consisting of many Vietnam veterans still in the service. As McCarthy was looking for a hard endurance adventure to test his team, his wife, Mary, proposed that the team try to cover the Western States Trail on foot, with the horses, during the Western States Trail Ride that year. General Edward Flanagan McCarthy loved the idea and received initial approval from Fort Riley post commander, General Edward M. Flanagan, Jr. (1921-2019), who had formed the adventure team, part of the 6th Battalion of the 67th Air Defense Artillery Regiment. Having the team climb over the Sierra for 100 miles in military-issue leather boots and fatigues could be viewed as “fun” for recruiting purposes. Plans for the March Wendell Robie Early in 1972, McCarthy contacted Wendell Robie (1895-1984), the president of the Western States Trail Ride to ask permission for ...

In today's episode, we travel to Scotland and talk about Scotland's very own Tevis Cup, the Cairngorm100 endurance ride. It takes place every two years against the stunning backdrop of the Cairngorm National Park which is one of the UK's last true wildernesses. My guest today is es and emerged Fionnghuala Paterson from Scotland who has competed in this ride not only once, but three times already. This year she emerged as overall winner and she was kind enough to talk with me about this epic ride across the Scottish Highlands, what makes it so special and her own personal experiences competing in it. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/09/13/horse-podcast-ep-182-cairngorm100-scotlands-own-tevis-cup/

By Davy Crockett You can read, listen, or watch The Old Dominion 100, established in 1979, was held in Virginia along the beautiful Shenandoah River. It was one of the first classic modern-era American trail 100-milers. Today, few ultrarunners have even heard about this race. Old Dominion 100's origin story is similar to Western States 100. It also emerged from the horse endurance riding sport. The Old Dominion 100-mile Run patterned its practices from Western States, established two years earlier in 1977. Old Dominion 100 gave East Coast ultrarunners a trail 100-miler on their side of the country. Western States 100 claims it is the “world's oldest 100-mile trail race” (still being held), but technically Old Dominion 100 has legitimate rights to that claim because in those early years Western States was actually only 89 miles. Help is needed to continue the Ultrarunning History Podcast and website. Please consider becoming a patreon member of ultrarunning history. Help to preserve this history by signing up to contribute a few dollars each month. Visit https://ultrarunninghistory.com/member Alex Bigler Governor John Bigler Alexander Bowman Bigler Jr. was born Jun 8, 1935, in Merced, California. He played an important part in the history of Old Dominion 100.  He came from a very prominent California family. His great-grandfather, John Bigler, was California's third governor. Lake Tahoe was almost named Lake Bigler. His grandfather, Alexander B. Bigler was an attorney and superior court judge in Santa Barbara County for many years. His father, Dr. Alexander B. Bigler (1904-1968) was a medical doctor and a civic leader in Madero County, California and had a keen interest in California history. Bigler grew up in Northern California and went to Chowchilla Union High School during the early 1950s. He then attended Stanford University and lived in Redwood City where his first wife taught school. Bigler had a love for horseback riding. In 1960 he was president of the Auburn Sierra Rangers, a horseman's club that was organized in 1946 to further the interest in riding, breeding better horses, and putting on showmanship and recreation events.  Bigler became a close friend to Wendell Robie, the founder of the Western States Trail Ride (Tevis Cup) that in 1955 started to be held on the trail from Lake Tahoe to Auburn. Bigler became a big supporter of horse endurance rides. By 1961, public opinion came out against the Tevis Cup and its effect on horses, backed by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. A few horses had died during the rides. Bigler, living in Auburn, vigorously defended the horse endurance event. He wrote, “To participate in this event, riders and horses must be in excellent condition. Both must be well-trained which is accomplished only through months of rigorous training. In proper training, the rider comes to know this horse and its capabilities and therefore will not drive it beyond its limit. This event is well-organized and veterinarians are located at check points to watch for overly exhausted horses. In my opinion this ride is an outstanding event in terms of both pleasure and a sporting activity and is contributing much to our knowledge and history of the horse.” In 1966 and 1967, Bigler rode in the Western States Trail Ride on a thoroughbred, Joaquin, and finished well, in 16:46 and 17:12. During the early 1970s he served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Western States Trail Ride. Old Dominion 100 Mile Ride By 1973, Bigler and his wife Ila moved to Northern Virginia, where he took a job that was involved in planning for equestrian facilities. He brought with him a desire to organize a ride similar to the Western States Trail Ride. He gathered together a small group of enthusiastic endurance riders to organize an event. A non-profit organization was incorporated under the name “Old Dominion 100 Mile Endurance Ride” with sev...

Welcome to Episode 48  of Endurance Horse Podcast Susannah Jones & Snickers Created by: Christina Hyke More from Tevis 2021 Published August 2021   Today on Endurance Horse Podcast we are talking with Susannah Jones of California, USA  who completed the 2021 Tevis Cup with Snickers.   Susannah inspired with me what could have been two career ending accidents and her tenacity to continue to saddle up & ride!  And not to just ride, to take on arguably one of the toughest rides in the world, Tevis.        Join me with welcoming Susannah Jones to episode 48 Endurance Horse Podcast!     Susannah Jones California, USA   Endurance Horse Podcast Join the Group on Facebook   About the creator of the Endurance Horse Podcast: Christina Hyke is 2021 Wisconsin Horse Person of the Year, creator of award winning Endurance Horse Podcast and the WARHORSE Endurance Challenges.  Christina lives in Southern Wisconsin with her husband, Jim and their two children.  She is an equine photographer who loves the trails riding or hiking. Her motto is: Ride far.  Ride well.  Ride often. Every Mile a Memory & Be Kind ~Christina  

Welcome to Episode 47  of Endurance Horse Podcast  Natalie Law & Mo Motion Jack Created by: Christina Hyke More from Tevis 2021 August 2021    Today on Endurance Horse Podcast we are talking with Natalie Law  of Utah who completed the 2021 Tevis Cup with her 16.3 hh Saddlebred gelding, affectionately known as Brave, registered name, Mo Motion Jack.   Natalie also rode along side her 12 year old daughter, Kyla Law who was riding one of the most recognizable equines at the 2021 Tevis Cup aboard her 11.2 hh Hackney Pony known world wide now as Flash, his registered name is Piece of Perfection.     This mother / daughter team finished a very respectable 36th and 37th in the 2021 Tevis Cup aboard what is arguably non traditional endurance horse and pony.  Natalie will tell you that Flash was Brave's emotional support pony and also share some excitement about a rattler that Flash encountered out on the trail pre ride!   Join me with welcoming Natalie Law to episode 47 Endurance Horse Podcast!      Natalie Law Utah, USA https://enduranceasb.blogspot.com   Endurance Horse Podcast Join the Group on Facebook   About the creator of the Endurance Horse Podcast: Christina Hyke is 2021 Wisconsin Horse Person of the Year, creator of award winning Endurance Horse Podcast and the WARHORSE Endurance Challenges.  Christina lives in Southern Wisconsin with her husband, Jim and their two children.  She is an equine photographer who loves the trails riding or hiking.  Ride far.  Ride well.  Ride often.  Every Mile a Memory ~Christina Hyke www.christinahyke.com www.warhorseendurance.com      

In this interview with Debby Cain, 6-time Tevis Cup finisher Cathy Bartusek shares her introduction to Arabian horses, how hard it can be to cover 100 miles in 24 hours, and shares resources for those (with or without a horse) to become involved with endurance rides across the United States. To learn more about endurance, join a ride, or get involved, be sure to visit aerc.org. Have a great idea for a guest or topic, or just want to send us your feedback? Send us an e-mail to hello@welovearabianhorses.com! Want to get some WLAH Merch? Totes and wearables are now available at We Love Arabian Horses!

  Welcome to Episode 45 of Endurance Horse Podcast Dr. Jay Mero- Winner of 2021 Haggin Cup Created by Christina Hyke on July 28th 2021     Maybe you were one of the many people tracking the progress of the Tevis Cup that was this past weekend, July 24th 2021 under the last full moon of July?   This moon is called the Rider's moon and it is under this moon that the annual Tevis Cup was to be ridden.  For the 66th annual riding of the Tevis Cup riders had to deal once again with smoke from wildfires.  In the next few episodes of Endurance Horse Podcast we will be sharing short interviews with some of those brave soles who saddled up and faced what is arguably one of the toughest endurance events in the equestrian world.   Tevis is often called the Grand Daddy of them all and has even inspired events as far as Australia and the Tom Quilty Gold Cup.     Tevis, unlike the Quilty historically is held at the same venue from year to year and although there maybe some slight changes in trail, many of the milestones have remained the same since 1955.  Although many think of the Tevis of a climbing ride, likely due to the world famous Cougar Rock images, there is actually, by the numbers roughly 17,000 feet of elevation gain and over 21,000 feet of elevation loss.   As you will hear mentioned in several of the interviews, some keys to conditioning for Tevis are hills, hills and hills.      In this episode of Endurance Horse podcast I am honored to bring to you an interview with the 2021 Haggin Cup winner Dr. Jay Mero.   For those of you new to the podcast or new to endurance, the Haggin Cup is arguably the most prestigious of north american endurance. Riders from around the world travel to auburn, CA to tread along this historic and as some say, magical trail.      Without further ado,  I bring to you, Episode 45 of Endurance Horse Podcast, Tevis 2021 Haggin Cup winner, Dr. Jay Mero.    Mariposa Equine Services- Dr. Jeanette Mero, DVM FB page The Horse  William Gore Photography   Thank you for listening and sharing Endurance Horse Podcast. If you like the podcast and listen on Apple Podcasts please leave us a positive review! Cheers & Happy Trails! Ride far.  Ride well.  Ride often. Every Mile a Memory Christina Hyke www.christinahyke.com www.warhorseendurance.com Ride far.  Ride well.  Ride often. Every Mile a Memory    

Tevis Cup Committee Erin McChesney joins us to explain the history and purpose of the Cup Committee and what it does in regards to the awarding of the Haggin Cup.  First time Tevis rider Andy Botello shares what it's like leading up to his first his first Tevis with his Alnglo Arab Aur Quick Chick.  Susan Garlinghouse, DVM updates us on her TWH John Henry who is about to attempt his 6th completion. Listen in...Guests and Links Episode 2723:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek:  co-host, executive in charge of comic relief; Karen Chaton: co-hostPicture: Susan Garlinghouse and John Henry going over Cougar RockGuest: Erin McChesney Guest: Susan Garlinghouse, DVMGuest: Andy BotelloThere's an App for that!  Check out the new Horse Radio Network app for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on Twitter or follow Horses In The Morning on FacebookAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, Horseware and Listeners Like You!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87421)

Tevis Cup Committee Erin McChesney joins us to explain the history and purpose of the Cup Committee and what it does in regards to the awarding of the Haggin Cup.  First time Tevis rider Andy Botello shares what it's like leading up to his first his first Tevis with his Alnglo Arab Aur Quick Chick.  Susan Garlinghouse, DVM updates us on her TWH John Henry who is about to attempt his 6th completion. Listen in...Guests and Links Episode 2723:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek:  co-host, executive in charge of comic relief; Karen Chaton: co-hostPicture: Susan Garlinghouse and John Henry going over Cougar RockGuest: Erin McChesney Guest: Susan Garlinghouse, DVMGuest: Andy BotelloThere's an App for that!  Check out the new Horse Radio Network app for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on Twitter or follow Horses In The Morning on FacebookAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, Horseware and Listeners Like You!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87421)

By Davy Crockett The 1978 Western States 100 was the second year the race was held.  Six years earlier, seven soldiers from Fort Riley Kansas proved that the horse trail could be conquered on foot, and they were awarded with the “First Finishers on Foot” trophy by Western States founder, Wendell Robie (1895-1984). Two years later, in 1974, Gordy Ainsleigh surprised his horse endurance peers when he ran the 89-mile Western States Trail in less than 24 hours. Three years later, in 1977, Robie decided it was time to organize a foot race on his trail. The inaugural race was hastily put together by a few volunteers who had horse endurance race experience but did not have much experience with human running races (see episode 71). The first race was mostly self-supported and fairly dangerous in very high temperatures. They were lucky that there were no serious heat-related emergencies, and only three of the 16 starters finished. Planning for the 1978 Western States 100 Run became more serious and was much better organized. The 1978 race should be considered as the first fully supported Western States Endurance Run which gave all entrants a good chance to finish. Please help support this podcast. I can offer a 25% discount on Ultrarunning Magazine subscriptions and renewals. Some proceeds help fund this website. Visit https://ultrarunninghistory.com/mag  Subscribe or renew today with this link. Gang of Four - Curt and Mo Sproul, Phil and Shannon Gardner A Western States Endurance Run Board of Governors was formally organized by race founder, Wendall Robie. The four members, affectionately called “The Gang of Four,” were all horse endurance riders, still learning what ultrarunning was all about. They were Phillip (1944-) and Shannon Gardner (1947-), and Curtis (1949-) and Marion “Mo” Sproul (1952-). Curt served as the president. Even though they still had much to learn about the running sport, they blazed ahead into history to put together a mountain ultra that many other key ultras would mimic. Joe Sloan, age 44, an experienced runner and public relations specialist from Auburn who ran in the Boston Marathon that year claimed that he was also on the new Board of Governors that year. Gardner's Western States office at the bank Because of difficulties experienced in 1977 with both runners and horses on the same trail, especially with single-track sections, the run was moved to the month before the Tevis Cup (Western States Trail Ride), on June 24, 1978. Shannon Gardner worked at Robie's bank, Heart Federal Savings and Loan, made contacts to get the word out, and fielded calls from interested runners. Marketing Western States 100 Marketing for the Run was mostly by word-of-mouth, but in a 1978 Runner's World magazine, an advertisement was included that read: “Western States 100-mile Endurance Run. An experience only for ultramarathon veterans. Course: rugged, uncertified over mountains, through streams, with snakes and bears. All entries must pass physical exam. No one under 18. 30-hour time limit.”  The entrant's fee was $10. Mo Sproul explained, “We did try to make our publications as top-drawer as they could be, so that we presented an organized face to the outside world, even though a lot of it was being done in my kitchen or at Shannon's desk.” The 1978 entry form warned, “Do not enter unless in excellent physical condition, have run marathon distances over 26 miles, and have had a complete physical examination, preferably including a stress electrocardiogram.” The Gordy Ainsleigh myth begins The race organizers started to prop up the legend of Gordy Ainsleigh and numerous news articles erroneously stated that he was the first to cover the course on foot. They purposely decided to make no mention of the soldiers from Fort Riley, Kansas who completed the course on foot during the Tevis Cup in 1972 and were given the "First Finisher on Foot" trophy from Wendell Robie.

Today we are visiting Scotland, Land of Glens, Lochs and Castles! Scotland is horse country with four native horse and pony breeds and plenty of great trail riding countryside. Besides horse riding Scotland offers a lot of other activities, sightseeing and fun for the whole family. Visiting vibrant Edinburgh, driving through the rugged and beautiful Highlands or touring the Western Isles, adventures can be found everywhere. Ever since Braveheart or the Outlander Series, Scotland is on the bucket list of many and it is definitely a once-in-a-lifetime destination. For horse riders, the Cairngorm100 endurance ride is a prime event, also called Europe's Tevis Cup and the Outlander Trail Ride allows you to follow in the footprints of Claire and Jamie. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/06/16/horse-podcast-ep-146-where-to-next-horse-destination-scotland/

In today’s episode, Ute talks with Susan Garlinghouse, DVM and Endurance Rider. Susan is on the AERC (American Endurance Riders Conference) board and lives in Tevis Country. She has competed in Endurance competitions all her life. After riding Arabians and Arabian crosses, she fell in love with a big, portly Tennessee Walking Horse called John Henry. John Henry was a trail turned Endurance horse and he was the most comfortable horse she ever rode. When her owner offered him to her for sale, she did not waste a minute and brought him home. Since then, she has trained him and ridden him in many Endurance competitions including the Tevis Cup. Both of them won three of his five Tevis buckles together. Susan tells us all about training your non-Arabian endurance horse, why gaited horses are different and why she wants to stick with them for the rest of her riding career. So if you are interested in Endurance riding, this is going to be your episode! Shownotes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/03/03/horse-podcast-ep-104-an-unlikely-endurance-horse-competing-her-tennessee-walker-in-the-tevis-cup/

On the First 99 Gear Review we usually talk about gear attached to your body; shoes, clothing, watches, stuff like that. But today, we are sitting down with Auburn’s very own Doug White to talk about the gear, time, and volunteers it takes to pull off the successful Dusty Corners Western States Endurance Race Aid Station.Mile 38 of the WSER is no joke. Dusty Corners is a hot, dry, and dusty place (except for the year of snow and hypothermia). When you finally make it through the high-country snow, Duncan Canyon, and leave Robinson Flat and Miller’s Defeat behind, you will be more than ready for some refreshing watermelon and an ice-cold sponge bath. Doug is the Sheriff of this 1-day tent city and he runs a tight but fun ship. His 25-years of military history of leading a nuclear weapons facility has prepared him well.Over the decades in between earning his masters degree in pharmaceutical antineoplastic chemistry, leaving the Ph.D program to stand up & serve his country in the U.S. Navy, and rising to VP of R&D in the aerospace/defense industry, Doug is also an accomplished rock climber, mountaineer, and ultramarathon finisher including of course WSER 2001.Doug was first introduced to the WSER in the mid-90s as his father and famous Tevis Cup step-mother Barbara White were early volunteers of the WSER. He took over AS Captain at Last Chance between 1997 and 2000 for the Steven Creek Striders. His family took over Dusty Corners AS around 2001. Doug took over the reins in 2011 and created the experience we know today. For most of the year planning is just him, but two weeks prior to the Big Dance the wheels start to churn. All the gear comes out of the Tuff Shed, laid out on his basketball court, sorted, counted, and cleaned. Knives are sharpened, ice is ordered, and logistics are finalized. Dusty Corners is not just an AS, it’s a well-oiled party. On any given year 300 folks and 50 volunteers will pass through this dusty tent city in the mountains.Thanks to Doug’s leadership and his tireless/loyal crew, your visit to Dusty Corners will be unforgettable. You will be taken back in time to an actual mining town, and come face to face with Sheriff White and his trusty deputies. Tip your hat, take a drink, but get on your way. Tune in to this episode of the First 99 Gear Review to get all the details on hosting a successful Dusty Corners WSER AS. Stevens Creek Striders: https://www.facebook.com/stevenscreekstridersTevis Cup: http://www.teviscup.org/WSER: https://www.wser.org/Tuff Sheds: https://www.tuffshed.com/---Your hosts: Greg Larkin / Mike Turner / Jessica HarrisArtwork/logo by Krista Cavender: https://www.kcavenderdesign.com/ | IG: https://www.instagram.com/kristacavender/Intro/outro music: Joseph McDade - Elevation: https://josephmcdade.com/music/elevationSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/themile99interview)

Demand for the Western States Endurance Race continues to grow. They had a record 6666 applicants entered in the 2020 race lottery — an increase of nearly 14% over the 5862 applicants for the 2019 race. Now with the cancellation of the 2020 race, the odds of getting to the starting line be even more daunting. Legally only 369 are allowed to start this legendary race that Gordy Ainsleigh joined in 1974 with the horses of the Western States Trail Ride to see if he could complete the course on foot. Twenty-three hours and forty-two minutes later Gordy arrived in Auburn, proving that a runner could indeed run the entire trail within the 24-hour time limit of the Tevis Cup – 100 miles in one day. Why 369? Their permit with the U.S. Forest Service limits them to 369 runners. Why this odd number? In 1984, Congress enacted the California Wilderness Act, which created the Granite Chief Wilderness. The Western States Trail crosses the Granite Chief Wilderness, at about miles 6-10. Normally, organized events are not permitted in wilderness areas but, as Western States pre-existed the wilderness designation, they were able to get the race “grandfathered” into the legislation, with the proviso that they have no more runners than we had prior to the passage of the act. In 1984, it happened that there were 369 starters and that has been the magic number ever since. But the real number is 264! Because of the Automatics: The Western States Board of Trustees has instituted a set of rules around the overall selection process. There are several ways in which a runner may be automatically selected, and not be subject to the lottery. Here is a complete list of ways in which a runner may be automatically selected: Top 10 male finishers from the previous year’ race. Top 10 female finishers from the previous year’s race. Up to 24 slots are reserved for winners of the Golden Ticket Races. Six slots are reserved for elite athletes through the Ultra-Trail World Tour. Each running club that sponsors and staffs an aid station at Western States is allowed to designate one runner. Generally speaking, each is a volunteer who has worked that particular aid station for at least three prior years. Certain sponsor agreements specify a designated runner for the sponsor. Members of the Board of Directors. Pioneers: Gordy Ainsleigh, who ran solo in 1974 and Cowman A-Moo-Ha, who duplicated the feat in 1976. Nine-time finishers going for their first attempt at a tenth finish, and 18-time and 19-time finishers going for their first attempts at 19th and 20th finishes. Winners of the twice-annual Raffle Drawing. The drawings are held 18 and 12 months prior to the Run for which the winning entries apply. The Greg Soderlund Silver Legend Entrant. So 264 will be drawn in the lottery that was started in 2017. The final three entrants to get to 369 will be drawn from those in the audience. We will also draw an additional 50 names for the ordered wait list. The probabilities of being selected as one of the 264 in the lottery or 50 on the wait list (314) are as follows: 9 runners with 128 tickets, each has a 80.4% chance of getting drawn / Year 8 54 runners with 64 tickets, each has a 55.8% chance of getting drawn / Year 7 126 runners with 32 tickets, each has a 33.5% chance of getting drawn / Year 6 315 runners with 16 tickets, each has a 18.5% chance of getting drawn / Year 5 549 runners with 8 tickets, each has a 9.7% chance of getting drawn / Year 4 914 runners with 4 tickets, each has a 5.0% chance of getting drawn / Year 3 1447 runners with 2 tickets, each has a 2.5% chance of getting drawn / Year 2 3250 runners with 1 ticket, each has a 1.3% chance of getting drawn / Year 1 https://linktr.ee/AND3RSON --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/andy-noise/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/andy-noise/support

On today’s episode, Ute talks with Stevie Delahunt, an Equestrian Adventuress from the USA. Stevie has participated in the Mongol Derby, the Gaucho Derby, the Tevis Cup, the Wildcoast Race in South Africa and plenty of other extreme horse trails and races around the world. She uses this experience to teach other riders in boot camps, the skills they need, to participate in endurance races and extreme horse adventures. She also works for The Adventurists, the company organising The Mongol Derby and the Gaucho Derby among others. She conducts the interview with the applicants and decides together with a team who will participate and who will be rejected. She tells us about another derby which is yet secret and which will come to happen in the future and what is important for her in her interviews. So, if you ever plan to join the Mongol or Gaucho Derby, be sure not to miss this episode! Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/01/11/horse-podcast-ep-82-the-gaucho-derby-and-other-extreme-horse-riding-adventures/

Robin Barseleau Chriss and her grand kids tell us about their five day long adventure riding the Tevis Cup trails and Suzie Hayes talks about her big win at the Big Horn 100 mere weeks after a serious accident. Plus Karen Chaton got a new horse, Apollo, and we get the details! Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2494 – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek: co-host, executive in charge of comic relief; Karen Chaton: co-hostPost Image Credit: Big Horn 100 Mile Ride 2020Guest: Robin Barseleau ChrissGuest: Suzie Hayes, of Endurance.NetThere’s an App for that! Check out the new Horse Radio Network app for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on Twitter or follow Horses In The Morning on FacebookAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, Green Flower Botanicals, Total Saddle Fit Shoulder Relief Girth, and Listeners Like You!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87421)

Robin Barseleau Chriss and her grand kids tell us about their five day long adventure riding the Tevis Cup trails and Suzie Hayes talks about her big win at the Big Horn 100 mere weeks after a serious accident. Plus Karen Chaton got a new horse, Apollo, and we get the details! Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2494 – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek: co-host, executive in charge of comic relief; Karen Chaton: co-hostPost Image Credit: Big Horn 100 Mile Ride 2020Guest: Robin Barseleau ChrissGuest: Suzie Hayes, of Endurance.NetThere’s an App for that! Check out the new Horse Radio Network app for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on Twitter or follow Horses In The Morning on FacebookAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, Green Flower Botanicals, Total Saddle Fit Shoulder Relief Girth, and Listeners Like You!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87421)

Endurance Day Revisit: We chat with 2017 Tevis Cup winner Tenney Lane, Haggin Cup winner Jeremy Reynolds and Molly Farkas shares her adventures riding this year's race on her Appaloosa Spotted Wap; 49 years after her first Tevis Cup. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2412 – Show Notes and Links:HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen Chaton, produced by Coach JennPhoto: Tenney Lane and Auli FarwaGuest: Jeremy ReynoldsGuest: Tennessee LaneGuest: Molly FarkasSupport for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot , Renegade Hoof BootsAERC check out the AERC calendar!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87421)

Endurance Day Revisit: We chat with 2017 Tevis Cup winner Tenney Lane, Haggin Cup winner Jeremy Reynolds and Molly Farkas shares her adventures riding this year's race on her Appaloosa Spotted Wap; 49 years after her first Tevis Cup. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2412 – Show Notes and Links:HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen Chaton, produced by Coach JennPhoto: Tenney Lane and Auli FarwaGuest: Jeremy ReynoldsGuest: Tennessee LaneGuest: Molly FarkasSupport for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot , Renegade Hoof BootsAERC check out the AERC calendar!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87421)

Californian Julie Suhr has broken records in Endurance competitions and milestones in horseback adventures around the globe. Since her first ride in the world renown 100 mile Tevis Cup, Julie has completed twenty-two times out of twenty-nine starts [updated to 33 Tevis Cup buckles].  She has collected three Haggin Cups for the Best Conditioned Horse to finish in the Top Ten and she famously garnered three in one year – the Turtle Award for being last to finish; the Hard Luck Award when her horse fell and she endured a full body mud bath and for being the Oldest rider. With a recorded 30,282 miles in competition which represents 63 one hundred mile rides and almost 500 fifty mile rides, Julie last completed the Tevis Cup at the age of 76 although four years later she  made her final attempt and came within two miles of another record finish. Her adventure rides have taken her from the remote expanses of Outer Mongolia to the searing heights of the Himalayas. Julie is the author of Ten Feet Tall Still, Julie and Bob Suhr (deceased) have three children, Barbara, Robert, Nancy (deceased) and John as well as six grandchildren. Julie lives in Scotts Valley, California. For more conversations from the world of women’s sport including articles, blogs, videos and podcasts visit wispsports.com. WiSP Sports is the World’s Largest Podcast Network for Women’s Sport with more than 25 hosts, 1200+ episodes across 45 shows and a global audience of over 5 million. WiSP Sports is on all major podcast players. Follow WiSP Sports on social media @WiSPsports. Contact us at info@wispsports.com.

In 1974 Gordy Ainsleigh was the first to run the Western States Endurance Run in under twenty-four hours. Ainsleigh had finished the Western States (WSER) in 71 and 72 on horseback, but in 73 his new horse was pulled with lameness at the 29-mile checkpoint. With the inspiration and encouragement of Drucilla Barner, the first woman to win the Tevis Cup and Secretary of the Western States Trail Foundation, Gordy, in 1974, joined the horses of the Western States Trail Ride to see if he could complete the course on foot in under twenty-four hours. Twenty-three hours and forty-two minutes later Gordy arrived in Auburn, proving that a runner could indeed, travel the 100 miles in one day. History was made...! First recorded in February, 2012. Episode 1h 01m 12 s Talk Ultra back catalogue HERE --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theinterviews-talkultra/message

Welcome to  Episode 26 of    Endurance Horse Podcast  Tevis Cup 2019 Part 1   Created  September 27, 2019    Welcome to episode 26 of Endurance Horse Podcast where we will hear from not only the winner of Tevis 2019, though also from volunteers, crew and more riders!   Did you know that the Tevis Cup, also known as the The Western States Trail Ride, has been held every year since 1955?  This makes Tevis the most established modern day endurance ride in the world, possibly the universe.  Tevis has been the inspiration for other such great rides as The Big Horn 100 and The Tom Quilty Gold Cup.  It is amazing to me how one group of riders, with an idea can establish something so inspirational that has been standing the test of time for several decades, and that has inspired others to build on what was started by Wendell Robie and his friends.     Only roughly half (54%) of the people who toe the line to begin Tevis will complete it.  The statistics at teviscup.org show that from 1955 until 2017 roughly 10,365 have started Tevis and only 5,615 had finished. To finish, is truly to win. I am equally inspired by those who did not finish, as I am by those who did, because it takes the same amount of courage to even attempt to finish and ride the Tevis. No one truly knows what may happen during a ride or how their day will go. We are grateful for those of you who send in an audio, whether you found your buckle at the end of the ride or not this time, thank you for including the listeners of Endurance Horse Podcast in your journey.    Of course, there was one horse rider team that did cross the finish line first and that was the young and talented Miss Sanoma Blakeley of Oregon.   Sanoma crossed the finish line at 9:27 pm just ahead of a three time winner of the Tevis Cup.   It is a testament to this young lady that her horse, RA Ares Bay, aka Goober pulsed down quickly and vetted out sound at the end of arguably the world’ toughest one day 100 mile endurance ride in the world.  Sanoma has a proud heritage of endurance riding.  Sanoma’s mother has 6 Tevis buckles, Sanoma’s father has 5 Tevis Buckles and Sanoma’s brother won the Haggin Cup in 2014 at the age of 15.  As if that is not an interesting enough of a tale for you, Sanoma’s 2019 Tevis Cup champion, Goober, was found as a two year old on Craigslist, an add was offering him up as a free horse.  Goober is her dad’s horse, and apparently earned the name Goober by his silly antics such as leading other horses around.  Sanoma has said she has the greatest parents in the world, and the greatest horse, and who could argue with that?  Let’s hear a brief recount of the Tevis 2019 journey from Sanoma herself, without further ado, I bring to you episode 26 of Endurance Horse Podcast, enjoy. The Wendell Robie trophy is awarded to horses who have five Tevis completions.  If you know of a horse who has met these requirements and not received the award, please follow this link for more information.  Wendell Robie Award. Sanoma Blakeley Oregon, USA Blakeley Endurance Stables Blakeley Endurance Stables on Facebook     Angie Mickleson North Dakota, USA   Gwen Hall Colorada, USA   Kerrie Tuley California, USA   Jen McCabe Idaho, USA   Dante LaPierre North Dakota, USA            Christina Hyke Wisconsin, USA          Creator of Endurance Horse Podcast                                            Endurance Horse Podcast                     Join the Group on Facebook    About the creator of the Endurance Horse Podcast: Christina Hyke lives in southern Wisconsin with her sweet husband, Jim.   Chris is an equine & pet photographer who also happens to love the trails and distance riding.  It was the love of covering miles through beautiful territory on good horses that inspired her to create a podcast about it to share stories with other riders from around the world.    www.christinahyke.com    Cheers & Happy Trails!   www.christinahyke.com

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Welcome to   Part Two The Tom Quilty Gold Cup 2019  Episode of  Endurance Horse Podcast  Created August 15, 2019    Hello and Welcome to Episode 23 of Endurance Horse Podcast! I’m Christina Hyke, an equine photographer based in Southern Wisconsin.    Since the beginning of Endurance Horse Podcast, Australia has been a part of the podcast.  And one of the most wonderful things about the podcast is its ability to connect riders from all parts of the world.  It is through those connections that I first learned of the Tom Quilty Gold Cup, a one day, 100 mile endurance ride based in Australia and inspired by the Tevis Cup.     *If you are new to endurance riding, you may hear different riders were first- that is because there is are weight divisions with placings as well as a Jr. rider division.   The TQ 2019 had an amazing story in that Jolene Cole placed first HW rider & BC, along side her daughter, Emma, who was also first place Jr and BC.   Flame, the horse that Emma was riding is from the same line of Chip Chase Sadaqa that Emma's grandfather, Peter Cole, rode to a Quilty win many years ago.  This family has endurance legacy running in their veins!   Thank you Emma and Jolene for sharing your journey & history, what a dream come true for you and your daughter.  In this episode of the podcast we are going to hear from the dauntless crew of Marvel Endurance, and yes, Kat- I caught that 'End Game' reference in your audio ;) (Marvel fan girl over here too)

Welcome to  The Tom Quilty Gold Cup 2019 Episode of  Endurance Horse Podcast  Created July 28, 2019      Hello and Welcome to Episode 22 of Endurance Horse Podcast! I’m Christina Hyke, an equine photographer based in Southern Wisconsin.     Since the beginning of Endurance Horse Podcast, Australia has been a part of the podcast.  And one of the most wonderful things about the podcast is its ability to connect riders from all parts of the world.  It is through those connections that I first learned of the Tom Quilty Gold Cup, a one day, 100 mile endurance ride based in Australia and inspired by the Tevis Cup.     Sydney, Australia- April 5th 1966, a hotel was the location for a gathering of 23 riders who were meeting to discuss the possibility of Australia having a one day, 100 mile ride of it’s own.   In that room, was back in 1966 the 23 people agreed and formed a committee to create a ride formatted after the Tevis Cup held across the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the United States.   The Tevis had held its first ride in 1955, a decade prior to the formation of the Tom Quilty Gold Cup.   In celebration of the 53rd running of the Quilty,  I would like to welcome Bob Sample to the podcast.  Bob has a long history with the Quilty.  His family has four generations of riders winning several Tom Quilty Gold Cups, Bob among them.   Bob has been kind enough to send us a brief summary of the Quilty to kick off episode 22.    Ride far, ride well and ride often, every mile a memory.    Bob Sample Australia  Tom Quilty Gold Cup   Adriana Srdne and Victoria Clarke Australia  Marvel Endurance Marvel Endurance on Facebook     Emma Tylee New Zealand Distance Riding New Zealand  Pandora Saddles Pandora Saddles on Facebook   Tahlia Franke Australia     Oso Arabians Oso Arabians on Facebook     Mollie Quiroz United States      Jolene Cole  Chip Chase Sadaqa FB Page Chip Chase Sadaqa History       Jenny Chandler New Zealand   Jenny’s Blog: Learning Endurance & Stuff   Huge shout out to Pandora Saddles for sponsoring a fantastic mid pack award, given to the Quilty rider that had the time right in the middle of the pack.   I love that the award gives the mid pack rider something to hope for!  A great reward for great pacing!   You can purchase  the song byTrevor Knight:   The Ballad of Tom Quilty on iTunes      About the creator of the Endurance Horse Podcast: Christina Hyke lives in southern Wisconsin with her husband, Jim.  Chris is an equine & pet photographer who also happens to love the trails and distance riding.  It was the love of covering miles through beautiful territory on good horses that inspired her to create a podcast about it to share stories with other riders from around the world.  Chris and Jim also donate photography sessions to area rescues/humane societies, and Chris teaches photography to local 4H members. She enjoys the little things in life, because she believes it really is the little things that are the big things.   Email your audio stories to endurancehorsepodcast@gmail.com    Ideally the files should be from two to 7 minutes in length.    www.christinahyke.com   Signing off for now, and until next time- Ride far, ride well and ride often

The BIG HORN Episode of Endurance Horse Podcast  Episode 21      Welcome to  The Big Horn 100 episode of    Endurance Horse Podcast Created July 27/28th 2019 (yes I pulled an all nighter again Daryl Owen)   Hello and Welcome to episode 21 of Endurance Horse Podcast! I’m Christina Hyke, an equine photographer based in Southern Wisconsin Today is July 27th, 2019.     When I learned that both Bridget and Dante were headed to the Big Horn 100 it inspired me to dedicate this episode of Endurance Horse Podcast to the Big Horn 100. The Big Horn 100 predates the creation of the AERC, American Endurance Ride Conference, that is an impressively long running ride!  If you have been doing endurance very long, chances are you have heard of the Big Horn 100.      Shell, Wyoming is the base camp of the legendary Big Horn 100 mile, 1 day ride.  Twice this ride has been host to the Race of Champions, and a champion you must be to ride from the elevation of 4,000 feet rising to the climb of 10,000 feet elevation.  The Big Horn is a single loop of some of the most challenging, rugged and beautiful trail that America has to offer.  It has been told to me by more than one rider that the difficulty of this trail rivals that of the Tevis Cup.  I, personally, cannot say, as I have not ridden either trail, though I feel honored to share the stories from this trail with you, and maybe some of you are hearing about this ride for the first time and will hear the call of the Big Horn Mountains and take up the challenge to ride through climbing mountains, wild flowers and wild weather.  Can you hear it?  The Big Horn is calling you.   This year Big Horn 100 was managed by Cindy Collins.  Cindy loves this ride and from all the good feedback I have seen online and in the files that have been sent to the podcast, the riders truly love Cindy and the Big Horn- the descriptions given have surely made the Big Horn a ride to aspire to and one to never forget.  I am thankful to each of the riders who took the time to share their audio from Big Horn 2019.  One of my favorite audios is from a rider traveled all the way from Maryland to see the Big Horn, one of her bucket list rides, get checked off of her list.  Peggy Thompson has been riding endurance longer than the current AERC website has been keeping records.  Peggy will share her journey on the 50 mile endurance ride at the Big Horn 2019, though before she does, here is a short history of the Big Horn.    Greybull, Wyoming, 1970 was the setting for a meeting of the Canyon Cavaliers Saddle Club.  It was during this meeting that local rider, Dale Perkins mentioned an article he had read about a 100 mile, 1 day ride that traversed over the Sierra Mountains in California.  The beloved Big Horn mountain was right in the backyard of the Canyon Cavaliers Saddle Club and Dale said that  there was no reason why there couldn’t be a ride like one that hosted here, over the club’s much loved Big Horn Mountains in Wyoming.       The idea was well received by the club, though they needed help to create such a ride.  They sought out advice from a Laramie veterinarian who they had heard had actually ridden in the Western States 100 Mile One Day ride, also known as the Tevis Cup.   The young veterinarian Dr. David Nicholson agreed to travel to Greybull and share his insight into what it would take to manage a 100 mile, 1 day endurance ride in the Big Horn Mountains.   And, thus, with a good idea, much homework and  planning, the Big Horn 100 Mile, Inc. was formed, Tom Van Gelder was elected first president and created The Big Horn 100, Inc into a 501 c3 non-profit.    So there you have it, in the fall of 1970  the concept of the Big Horn 100 began and the organization of the 501 c3 called the Big Horn 100, Inc. was established in 1971.  The AERC, American Endurance Ride Conference was established in 1972.   Thanks to all the riders who sent in, we have another great collection of ride stories.  Head on over to our facebook group to connect with more of the story through the images/videos that riders share there.     Without further ado, I bring to you the Big Horn episode of Endurance Horse Podcast, may you be encouraged, inspired and find a few riders you can relate to or at the very least, laugh with!  Please let me know how you are enjoying the podcast by sending us an email.     Check out the links provided in the show notes as they have additional links to resources that relate to riders or events mentioned in the podcast.   Email your audio stories to endurancehorsepodcast@gmail.com  Ideally the files should be from two to 7 minutes in length.   The Riders of Episode 21 Cindy Collins Wyoming, USA Ride Manager of Big Horn 2019  Big Horn  Big Horn 100 on Facebook    Peggy Thompson, Maryland, USA      Dante Fourie LaPierre North Dakota, USA    Laruen Coziah Wyoming, USA    Leah Cain Colorado, USA Cain Performance Arabians on Facebook TAR Pistol Pete+/      Bridget Helms Wyoming, USA Follow Bridget on Instagram @thismomrides     Tennessee Lane Colorado, USA SoCo Endurance  Remuda Run Remuda Run on Facebook SoCo Endurance on Facebook   Jesse Feinsod Colorado, USA  Christina Hyke Wisconsin, USA                              Endurance Horse Podcast                     Join the Group on Facebook   About the creator of the Endurance Horse Podcast: Christina Hyke lives in southern Wisconsin with her sweet husband, Jim.  Chris is an equine & pet photographer who also happens to love the trails and distance riding.  Chris and Jim also donate photography sessions to area rescues/humane societies, and Chris teaches photography to local 4H members. She enjoys the little things in life, because she believes it really is the little things that are the big things.   It was the love of covering miles through beautiful territory on good horses that inspired her to create a podcast about it to share stories with other riders from around the world.    www.christinahyke.com    Cheers & Happy Trails! ~Christina & Houdini~ www.christinahyke.com

Tim Twietmeyer has finished Western States 25 times under 24 hours and 5 first place finishes.  Hal Hall has finished 30 Tevis Cup finishes  (Western States trail horse endurance ride) with multiple 1st place finishes.  Tim and Hal received a "Tile" in downtown Auburn California recognizing their contributions.  We sit down and chat about the history of WS trail, training horses vs training a human.  Craig Thornley RD of WS 100 helps host this podcast that was recorded live at Auburn Running Company.  We had a great time, we hope you enjoy as much as we did.  You can find a the live video on the WS FaceBook site.   

In this episode, Langdon Fielding walks hosts Peter Cappelli and Dan O'Meara through the life of a professional horse veterinarian!Dr. Fielding grew up in Mill Valley, CA and his first job was at Miwok Stables in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. He led guided trail rides throughout the Marin Headlands as well as Mount Tamalpais and the Point Reyes National Seashore.Dr. Fielding attended college at Harvard University where he rode for the equestrian team (jumping). He attended veterinary school at the University of California, Davis where he was classmates with both Dr. Catherine Jacobs and Dr. Jason Errico. Dr. Fielding then completed a large animal internship at Texas A&M University. After returning to California, he completed board certification in both the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care as well as the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Fielding began working at Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center in 2003 and is currently one of the owners along with Dr. Diana Stolba and Dr. Catherine Jacobs.Dr. Fielding has continued riding throughout his life. In addition to the college equestrian team, he completed the 100 mile Tevis Cup at age 17 and then again in 2010. Dr. Fielding currently rides a couple of days each week but always wishes that he could spend more time in the saddle.Professionally, Dr. Fielding is dedicated to research and learning in the veterinary profession. He has over 30 research publications on topics including electrolyte and fluid therapy, emergency medicine, endurance horses, and neonatal foals. He is the co-editor of Equine Fluid Therapy, the only textbook focused on fluid and electrolytes in horses. Dr. Fielding is currently pursuing an MBA through the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Fielding’s goal is to bring high quality veterinary medicine to as many horses as possible.Learn More about Loomis Basin Equine Medical Centerhttp://www.lbemc.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

By Davy Crockett  Follow @ultrarunninghis Both a podcast episode and a full article (Listen to the podcast episode too.) Make sure you read Part 1 too. You might ask, what does the history of endurance riding have to do with ultrarunning? There are many close parallels between these two endurance sports. Ultrarunners should feel indebted to those of the endurance riding sport who had the vision to establish some early trail 100-milers for runners. The trail 100-miler inherited many of the same procedures of aid stations, course markings, trail work, crews, medical checks, cut-off times, and of course the belt buckle award. Part 1 covered the very early history of Endurance riding up to 1955. By 1955 the sport of endurance riding had existed in America for more than 40 years since the initial competitive 1913 ride in Vermont. The sport was called “endurance riding” by those who participated in it for the early decades. Part 2 will cover the very significant birth of the famed Western States Trail Ride (aka Tevis Cup), which inherited practices from the older endurance rides, especially the Vermont 100 Trail Ride. Introduction: Different Formats For Endurance Rides When you read some of the histories on the Internet about endurance riding, It is odd to an outsider to read such things like, "endurance riding was born in 1955 with the first Western States Trail Ride“ and  "a new nationwide sport was born.” These "birth" references ignore the roots of the endurance riding sport that existed for decades and was shared in Part 1. Why? About 1970, a redefinition was invented to solve disputes of competing endurance riding factions. The main difference is whether an endurance ride should enforce a minimum finish time to protect the horse. It appears that much of what was called in the past, "endurance riding," wasn't really endurance riding, it was "competitive trail riding" simply because they had a different format and distance. To this outsider history buff, you shouldn't rename the past to fit your format preference of the present. Nevertheless, most of those who prefer the present-day "endurance riding" definition believe that their sport gave birth in 1955 with not much acknowledgment of the past. That "birth" will be covered in this part. The parallel with ultrarunning history is fascinating. Many runners think incorrectly that the entire ultrarunning sport was born with the creation of the Western States Endurance Run in 1977. Similarly, many riders think that the entire endurance riding sport was born with the creation of the Western States Trail Ride. In both cases the legend and folklore of these major events are taking too much credit at the expense of pushing aside their heritage and those who made their events possible to be established. The creation of the Western States Trail Ride was certainly a pivotable historic event for the sport. It would eventually lead to the creation of the American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) governing organization in 1971 that helped launch the endurance riding sport into a new modern era. Even more impactful to the endurance world was the creation of the Western States Endurance Run in 1977. Both of those events will be covered in the next article/episode. The State of Endurance Rides in 1955 In the 1950s and 1960s there was no overarching governing body for endurance rides to set standards or to sanction the events. Much like trail ultrarunning today, riding competitions were created by independent associations and clubs. Event directors could set the distances and rules themselves. Public perception and criticism influenced how the events were handled. Rides were created patterned after other rides held in the country. But the endurance riding sport did exist before 1955 and was growing. Miss USA awards the winner of the 1955 Vermont 100 In 1955, the premier endurance ride, the Green Mountain 100 Mile Trail Ride,

In today’s episode, Elise talks with Denny Emerson, named by The Chronicle of the Horse as “one of the 50 most influential horsemen of the Twentieth Century.” Denny is the only rider to have won both an Olympic Gold Medal in Eventing and a Tevis buckle in Endurance. He has been inducted into the United States Eventing Association (USEA) Hall of Fame, awarded USEA’s Wofford Cup for lifetime service to Eventing, as well as the Lifetime Achievement Award by the American Riding Instructor Certification Program. He also served twice as the USEA’s President and as the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Vice President of Eventing for seven years.   Now, in his almost five decades of competing at the preliminary level (or higher), Denny Emerson is — without question — one of the horse world’s greats. He has worn many hats over the years: eventer, trainer, coach, author, leader, and activist. Throughout his phenomenal career, Denny has been a significant, influential force in the equestrian community.   And today, with Elise, he dives deep into what he would like his legacy in the horse world to be, some of the turning points in his career, his experience as an endurance rider and participating in the Tevis Cup, and gives his thoughts on what he believes the future may hold for young riders in the horse world.   Topics of Discussion: [:19] About Elise’s guest today, Denny Emerson. [1:24] What Denny would like his legacy in the horse world to be. [2:48] Having been born in a non-equestrian family, what does Denny think drew him to horses so deeply? [4:47] The pivotal experience that truly ignited his love for horses. [7:28] Does Denny suppose that the very nature of having ridden in many disciplines has made him a particularly great rider? [12:58] A pivotal horse in Denny’s early life: Cat. [15:52] Another important horse in Denny’s life that led to a turning point in his career: Victor Dakin. [19:59] About Denny’s book, How Good Riders Get GOOD, and his thoughts on how riders can significantly improve their skills. [23:11] The critical importance of getting your hands on the horse and riding a lot of different horses. [29:09] About Denny’s incredible instruction and lessons, and his approach to teaching. [35:13] Elise tells a story about someone who has had a huge effect on her. [36:36] What about endurance riding appeals to Denny, what makes a great endurance horse, and his experience competing in the Tevis Cup. [47:25] About Elise’s book, A Parent’s Guide to Riding Lessons. [48:05] What Denny believes the future may hold and the evolution of the horse world. [53:53] Denny’s thoughts on the idea of riders aging out of the industry faster than new riders are getting introduced to the horse world. [58:25] About next week’s episode of Because of Horses. [59:10] Some suggestions for getting more young riders and their families fully immersed in the horse world. [1:00:48] Denny’s final thoughts on some of the positive changes in the horse world. [1:02:43] Where to learn more about Denny and what he is up to.   Know Someone Inspirational, Whose Life Has Been Forever Changed Because of Horses? Because of Horses would love to get to share their story! To recommend someone please send an email to elise@becauseofhorses.com.   Mentioned in this Episode: United States Eventing Association (USEA) American Riding Instructors Association United States Equestrian Team (USET) Lone Ranger (radio show) How Good Riders Get Good: Daily Choices That Lead to Success in Any Equestrian Sport, by Denny Emerson BOH Episode with Stacy Westfall Know Better to Do Better: Mistakes I Made with Horses (So You Don't Have To), by Denny Emerson The Tevis Cup A Parent’s Guide to Riding Lessons: Everything You Need to Know to Survive and Thrive with a Horse-Loving Kid, by Elise Chand United States Pony Club Next week’s episode of BOH Tamarack Hill Farm’s Facebook Page Denny Emerson’s Facebook Page Like what you hear? Because of Horses would love to hear your feedback! Please email elise@becauseofhorses.com to send Because of Horses your thoughts.   To Support the Podcast: ● Donate on Paypal to help keep Because of Horses running — all amounts are welcome! ● Subscribe: RSS Feed, iTunes, Google Play, TuneIn, Stitcher, and Player FM

Fresh off her 2018 Tevis Cup Win, Heather Reynolds joins us to talk about her success in endurance racing after her 3rd win of this 100 mile, 1 day horse race in California. Part 1 of 2.

The Equestrian Vagabond, Merri Melde, is a horse photographer, writer, artist, cartoonist, endurance horse conditioner, spotted owl hooter, wildlife technician, trail builder, carriage driver, sound engineer, theatre techie, world traveler, racetrack groom, and a rabid, obsessed endurance rider and Tevis Cup finisher! (not all at the same time). . . in short, a Professional Vagabond. She hails from the Pacific Northwest and calls herself a Native Seattleite, though she sometimes wanders California, and often Idaho, and always the great West in general. She just happens to own the Most Beautiful Horse on the Planet, Stormy, who just happens to approve of these photographs, many of which he is the subject. Merri has been behind the lens shooting horses since 1986, in the United States and around the planet. Her photos and stories have appeared in newspapers, websites, books, and magazines around the world.

Frank Lieberman is living proof that It Has Nothing To Do With Age. At 60 he decided to ride Tevis Cup, a 100 mile horse race through the rugged Sierra Mountains. At 62 he ditches the horse and puts on a pair of running shoes and makes the same trip. At 68 he took 1st place at the Swanton Pacific 100 mile Ride and Tie event. He shares with us that Father Time lives in our mind and not in our heart.

Californian Julie Suhr has broken records in Endurance competitions and milestones in horseback adventures around the globe. With a recorded 30,282 miles in competition which represents 63 one hundred mile rides and almost 500 fifty mile rides, Julie last completed the Tevis Cup at the age of 76 although four years later she made her final attempt and came within two miles of another record finish.. Listen in...Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87421)

Originally aired on Aug 04, 2016.Since 1955, horseback riders have been taking part in an event called the Tevis Cup. This 24 hour endurance race starts in Lake Tahoe, California and ends in Auburn 100 miles to the west. Breast cancer survivor Lora Wereb recently took on this grueling challenge in the race’s 61st year.www.teviscup.orgwww.pegasuswinery.comwww.firstdescents.org

Since 1955, horseback riders have been taking part in an event called the Tevis Cup. This 24 hour endurance race starts in Lake Tahoe, California and ends in Auburn 100 miles to the west. Breast cancer survivor Lora Wereb recently took on this grueling challenge in the race’s 61st year.   www.teviscup.org www.pegasuswinery.com www.firstdescents.org