Singletrack

Finn Melanson

Singletrack is a podcast covering the professional trail and ultrarunning scene.

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Feb 2, 2024 · 30 min
Rachel Drake | 2024 Black Canyon 100K Pre-Race Interview
Rachel Drake is a professional trail runner for Nike based in Portland, Oregon. Ahead of her race at the Black Canyon 100K on February 10th, we talk about using the road marathon as a vehicle for trail speed, the value in collaborating with competitors to reach your potential, the appeal of Black Canyon and a golden ticket to Western States, as well as her experience in the Hong Kong trail scene last month. Timestamps: (2:07) - marathon as a vehicle for trail speed (5:09) - collaborating with competitors (9:36) - race schedule, staying inspired (14:29) - Hong Kong trail running scene (17:42) - Black Canyon discussion Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Links: Follow Rachel on Instagram, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Feb 1, 2024 · 57 min
Hayden Hawks: Return To Racing, Training and Nutrition Lessons, Western States Vision (Sunday Conversation)
Hayden Hawks is a professional trail runner sponsored by Hoka, Coros, and Precision, based in Cedar City, UT. In this conversation, we discuss his recovery from injury and surgery midway through the last season, the tools and knowledge he has incorporated into his ultrarunning routine over the past nine months, his training approach and visualization strategies for the upcoming race at Black Canyon, and some reflections on how his career has developed to date. Timestamps: (0:46) - bounce back from injury and surgery (4:17) - training changes, load management (16:50) - nutrition changes (25:17) - making the choice early in career to go ultra versus sub ultra (31:50) - seasonal racing volume (36:11) - Black Canyon 100K discussion (48:17) - miscellaneous topics, final thoughts Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Links: Follow Hayden on Instagram, Strava, Website Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Jan 26, 2024 · 40 min
Ben Blankenship: American Olympian Enters The Ultrarunning Scene (Sunday Conversation)
🗣️ “The more I’m exposed to better athletes and better people and their unique things, the more obsessed they are. The more it drives their day-to-day, it drives their minute-to-minute, and nothing else kinda matters.” Widely recognized as one of America’s best middle-distance runners in the 2010s, Ben Blankenship joins the Singletrack Podcast to talk about his move into ultra-trail running, racing the Rabid Raccoon 100 miler in March, the nature of obsession and the willingness to push limits at the top of the sport, the allure of the dirtbag runner lifestyle, and his experience at the 2015 UTMB watching the likes of David Laney, Tim Tollefson and Zach Miller throw down. Timestamps: (1:21) - witnessing the 2015 UTMB with Nike Trail (5:17) - running background, the opportunities he seized to build a career (9:46) - the psychological builds of elite runners, bougie versus dirtbag distinctions (17:02) - how to watch running (21:10) - grappling with a running career at a crossroads (24:03) - being coached by Ryan Hall, trail running training (30:04) - Rabid Raccoon 100, testing the ultra scene, Grayson Murphy's influence (36:47) - Endless Mileage Project Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Links: Follow Ben on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Endless Mileage Project Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Jan 20, 2024 · 51 min
Sam Parsons: The Trials And Tribulations Of Professional Running (Sunday Conversation)
Sam Parsons returns to provide an update on Tinman Elite, a professional running team based out of Boulder, CO. We get into the challenges of building, maintaining, and growing the team, influencing the greater professional culture in running, and reflections on Sam’s athletic mortality and what the future might hold for him. Note - Earlier this month we reposted a conversation with Sam from November 2021 that queues this one up nicely. Go check it out, if you haven't already. Timestamps: (0:48) - there's still no co-located ultra-trail running team (3:24) - the wins and losses for Tinman Elite over the last 2 years (9:06) - why it's still worth it (11:54) - the dark side of discipline (19:26) - the requirements to keep at it in yours 30s (29:20) - changing the culture of pro running (34:38) - rivalries in running, recruiting runners with fire (44:34) - stock up or stock down, the next road runner to go to trail, next steps Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Links: Follow Sam on Instagram, Strava Follow Tinman Elite on Instagram, YouTube, Website Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Jan 12, 2024 · 1 hr 39 min
Zach Miller: UTMB Thoughts, Training and Racing Reflections, 2024 Plans (Sunday Conversation)
Zach Miller is a professional trail runner for the North Face. In this conversation, we cover this latest thoughts on training, racing, and UTMB. Timestamps: (1:06) - UTMB Thoughts (35:56) - Training, Racing, Career Thoughts (89:53) - Miscellaneous Topics, Next Steps Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Links: Follow Zach on Instagram, Strava, IRunFar Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Jan 7, 2024 · 59 min
How To Build A Professional Trail Running Team (November 2021)
Way back in November 2021 when this show was just getting off the ground, we did an episode with Sam Parsons - a professional runner and cofounder of the Tinman Elite team based in Boulder, CO. At the time, I was surprised that we had not seen the formation and widespread existence of a truly professionalized, co-located team in the trail running world. So I reached out, he gave me an hour, and I tried to fit in as many questions as I could about how they operate, what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what it would take to create something similar in our community. I have never done an episode re-run before, but I’m doing it now because (a) it’s been over 2 years and we’re in a similar position to where we were in 2021, (b) the show didn’t have many listeners when the original episode aired so there was little to no reach for the message, and (c) this re-run may queue up a potential part 2 later this winter. Lastly, I’m well aware of the unique challenges that our sport presents for this idea to work, but I’m still convinced it’s a good idea. So, I hope that in the coming months and years a band of motivated people run with this idea and make something happen. Timestamps (1:46) - the story of Tinman Elite (4:01) - speculating on the potential for trail running teams (7:09) - the Tinman playbook for recruiting team members (12:17) - how Tinman coordinates training, racing schedules (17:34) - why aspiring pro runners still default to the roads and track (22:54) - how Sam would grow the sport of trail running (26:47) - Adidas internship (32:17) - brand marketing inspirations for running teams (34:08) - how Tinman creates content for social media (46:08) - lessons from Tinman for the next trail running team Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Links Follow Sam Parsons and Tinman Elite Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Dec 30, 2023 · 1 hr 43 min
Trail Tea #2 | UTMB Issues, Doping Discussions, Media Outlooks
Trail Tea is back! In this edition, I am once again joined by Jack Kuenzle, Dan Curts, and Abby Levene. There is a fair bit of profanity used in this episode, so you are forewarned on that front. And one issue to be aware of before listening - I neglected to catch an audio issue with Dan’s microphone early in the episode that persists and ultimately, gets worse through the end of the conversation. I looked into possible fixes in post-production, but could not find an adequate solution. We will make sure the 3rd edition (and all future editions of TT, for that matter) have immaculate audio quality. Timestamps: (2:33) why Jack is not racing UTMB next year, general thoughts on whether to opt out of the UTMB system (62:06) doping in trail running, genetic predetermination of success in the sport (81:05) debating the value of trail running media Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Links: Follow Jack on Strava and Instagram Follow Abby on Strava and Instagram Follow Dan on Strava and Instagram Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Dec 22, 2023 · 1 hr 14 min
2023 Year In Mountain Ultra-Trail Running | Awards, Highlights, Storylines, Predictions
I am joined by co-hosts Brett Hornig and Leah Yingling to recap the year in mountain ultra trail running. We cover our favorite storylines, biggest changes in the sport, the rookie athletes that burst onto the scene, runners that had "comeback" type seasons, our thoughts certain candidates inside TROY and UROY voting, unsung performances and runners of the year, personal highlights, and our predictions for 2024. Timestamps: (1:44) - top storylines of 2023 (11:02) - rookies of the year (18:18) - comeback runners of the year (24:03) - unsung performances of the year (40:01) - internal TROY and UROY placement debates (47:48) - biggest changes in ultra-trail running this year (57:31) - predictions for 2024 Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Links: Follow Leah on Instagram, Strava, Twitter Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Dec 15, 2023 · 1 hr 24 min
Jennifer Pharr Davis: Appalachian Trail Reflections, State of FKTs, Pursuits of Endurance (Sunday Conversation)
Jennifer Pharr Davis is perhaps best known in our community for her two fastest known times set on the Appalachian Trail in 2008 and 2011. The latter record, in my humble opinion, stands as one of the most important and influential feats in the ultra-endurance community during the 2010s. Jennifer is also the author of an excellent book called 'The Pursuit of Endurance', which profiles well-known athletes from the long-distance Fastest Known Time (FKT) scene, including Scott Jurek, Heather Anderson, David Horton, and Warren Doyle. During this conversation, we gain insights from Jennifer on the state of the FKT world. We discuss whether the current media attention, regulations, and styles that drive many modern athletes are a net positive for this space. And Jennifer also shares how she approached the trail and provides updates on what she's currently involved in. Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Links: Follow Jennifer on Instagram, Personal Website, Pursuit of Endurance Book Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Dec 11, 2023 · 1 hr 41 min
More UTMB Controversy, Iconic 2010s Race Performances, Hardrock 100 Hype (Long Run Archives #14)
Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and special guest Jeff Colt talk about UTMB parting ways with Corrine Malcolm, the latest, Hardrock 100 and Black Canyon 100K start lists, reactions to the new Strava messaging feature, race performances that defined the 2010s, and lower-key races that we want to see gain popularity. Timestamps: 02:00 - Introduction and UTMB Parting Ways with Corrine Malcolm 06:47 - Speculating UTMB's Future in North America 27:43 - Discussion on Hardrock 100 and Black Canyon 45:26 - Discussion on Shoe Innovation and Replication 52:35 - Introduction of Strava Messaging Feature 59:41 - Memorable Race Performances from the 2010s 01:05:02 - Impact of Media on Trail Running 01:19:18 - The Role of Storytellers in the 2020s 01:21:19 - Up and Coming Races in the Next 3-5 Years 01:28:52 - Race Ideas: Starting Point and Distance Challenge Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Additional Links: Follow Jeff on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and Patreon Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Coaching Support the show
Dec 6, 2023 · 1 hr 20 min
Spike Eskin | What Trail Running Can Learn From Major Sports Media
Spike Eskin is the VP of programming for WFAN and CBS Sports Radio and the host of a popular basketball podcast called “The Rights to Ricky Sanchez”. Given the proliferation of ultra-trail running media coverage in recent years, I figured this would be a good time to talk with an expert in sports programming and commentary from the major sports world that we can take lessons and insights from to bring back to our growing world. Whether you’re an athlete, a fan, a race director, a brand manager, or a media operator yourself, I think you’ll have many takeaways from this one. And as always, I’d love to continue the conversation and hear those thoughts. Shoot me a message @runsingletrack on Instagram. Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Follow Spike on Twitter and LinkedIn Listen to Spike on Stratechery and Making Media Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Nov 26, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
Christina Henderson | 2023 Running Event, Trail Running Trends, Outdoor Industry Business
Christina Henderson serves as the Executive Director for the Running Event, the premier trade show for the running industry which takes place annually at the end of November in Austin, TX. At the time of this recording, we were just a few weeks away from the 2023 edition, so I figured this would be a good time to chat with Christina and get a better understanding of how the event serves our community, what's new for this year, and the implications of the social and commercial trends she's noticing. Timestamps: (2:44) - Running Event backstory (12:58) - Running Event business model (28:04) - running industry trends (51:04) - Running Event expansions Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Register for the Running Event Follow Christina on LinkedIn Email Christina (chenderson@divcom.com) Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Nov 22, 2023 · 1 hr 2 min
Sam Renouf: What Trail Running Can Learn From The Professional Triathletes Organization (Sunday Conversation)
Sam Renouf is the Founder and CEO of the Professional Triathletes Organization. In this conversation, we talk about the challenges of professionalizing and mainstreaming endurance sports, pro athlete welfare, generating more casual fans for sports like trail running, and we get into some of the details of the PTO’s relationship with Ironman. Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Follow Sam on LinkedIn Listen to Sam on the Triathlon Hour Sam's interview on SlowTwitch PTO Website Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Nov 21, 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
Seth Ruhling | 2023 JFK 50 Champion
Seth Ruhling is a professional trail runner for The North Face based in Boulder, CO. Seth joins the podcast fresh off his 2nd win at the JFK 50 this past Saturday and we spend a fair bit of time breaking down the performance, but we also get into some good discussion around his overall racing style, his career progression towards the upper echelon of ultra-trail, the highs and lows of his 2023 season which include rebounding from a heart condition to take 6th at CCC this past August and much more. Timestamps: (1:47) - JFK 50 Analysis (30:49) - Career Progression and 2023 Year In Review (53:40) - Future Plans Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Follow Seth on Instagram, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Nov 19, 2023 · 23 min
Lindsey McDonald | 2023 Ultra Trail Cape Town Pre-Race Interview
Lindsey McDonald is a trail runner for the Aravaipa Racing Team based in Flagstaff, AZ preparing for the 2023 Ultra Trail Cape Town 100K. Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Follow Lindsey on Instagram, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Nov 19, 2023 · 30 min
Marianne Hogan | 2023 Ultra Trail Cape Town Pre-Race Interview
Marianne Hogan is a pro trail runner for Salomon based in Montreal, Quebec preparing for the 2023 Ultra Trail Cape Town 100K. Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Follow Marianne on Instagram, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Nov 15, 2023 · 1 hr 19 min
Katie Schide | Grand Raid Win, Western States 100 Return, European Ultra Trail Year In Review
Eurotrack is back! Katie recaps her Grand Raid win and her decision to return to the Western States 100 next year, and then we do a retrospective on the 2023 European ultra trail scene offering our opinions on top performances, favorite moments, rookies of the year, emerging trends and from all of that, some of our predictions for 2024. Timestamps: (1:50) - Grand Raid Recap (31:40) - Western States 100 return (42:20) - European Ultra Trail Scene Year In Review Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Follow Katie on Instagram, Strava, North Face Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Additional Episodes You May Enjoy: #238 - Eurotrack #2 - Katie Schide | Western States 100, Lavaredo 120K, Hardrock10 #212 - Eurotrack #1 - Katie Schide | Eurotrack Introduction, Transvulcania Preview Support the show
Nov 13, 2023 · 42 min
World Trail Majors Announcement | Steve Brammar
Steve Brammar is the Co-Race Director for the Hong 100K and one of the key architects of the World Trail Majors, which launches today. Listen to our conversation to get all the details about what it is, how it works, and what it means for the trail running community. Timestamps: (1:51) World Trail Majors announcement, race schedule (8:04) World Trail Majors purpose (25:17) consolidated versus fragmented ultra-trail landscape (32:24) passion versus business (37:22) Hong Kong 100K Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Follow World Trail Majors, Hong Kong 100K, Ellie Greenwood Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Nov 8, 2023 · 1 hr 57 min
Kristian Morgan on the Appalachian Trail FKT Playbook (Sunday Conversation)
In this episode, Kristian Morgan goes into detail about what it takes to pursue and set the fastest known time on the Appalachian Trail. If you're interested in this scene either as a fan of long trail attempts or as an athlete curious about making a similar attempt one day, you won't want to miss this conversation. Kristian is equal parts informative, passionate, and entertaining about this project. Timestamps: (4:45) - influence of living and training in Ethiopia and Thailand (15:12) - Karl Meltzer, Warren Doyle, Jenn Pharr Davis, Heather Anderson Appalachian Trail influence (41:13) - mental training component for Appalachian Trail (58:53) - physical training component for Appalachian Trail (77:23) - logistical and financial preparation for Appalachian Trail (107:21) - future of Appalachian Trail FKT Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Follow Kristian on Instagram, Website, GoFundMe, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Nov 2, 2023 · 2 hr 3 min
UTMB Whistler Controversy, Javelina Jundred Recap, Senseman Retires (Long Run Archives #13)
Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and special guest Jamil Coury talk about the news of Eric Senseman's retirement, the end of the Kauai 50, whether Ryan Hall is getting into ultra trail running, the UTMB Whistler debacle, and a recap of the Javelina Jundred. Please note that this episode was recorded on the morning of November 1st. Since that time new information on the UTMB Whistler story has become available, including a Freetrail Podcast with Gary Robbins that we strongly encourage you to listen to or watch. Timestamps: (2:53) - Eric Senseman Retirement (11:22) Kauai 50 Ending (25:17) - Ryan Hall Trail Running (37:23) - UTMB Whistler Controversy (92:04) - Javelina Jundred Recap Sponsors: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase. Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack). Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Links: Gary Robbins Blog Post #1 Gary Robbins Blog Post #2 Trail Runner Magazine Article Freetrail Podcast w / Gary Robbins (Audio) Freetrail Podcast w / Gary Robbins (Video) Some Work All Play Podcast Additional Links: Follow Jamil on Instagram, Youtube, Website Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show