Singletrack

Finn Melanson

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

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Oct 23, 2023 · 1 hr 26 min
Jeff Pelletier on 200 Mile Racing Insights, Running YouTube, Business of Trail Running (Sunday Conversation)
Jeff Pelletier is an outdoor adventure filmmaker and competitive ultrarunner who recently took 2nd place in an unusually thrilling finish (for a race of this distance) at the Moab 240 earlier this month and runs a popular YouTube channel linked below cataloging all of his activity in the sport. In this conversation, we talk about the emerging world of 200-mile racing, the ins and outs of Running YouTube, and all sorts of insights around being a trail running entrepreneur that operators and pro runners might enjoy. Timestamps: (1:50) - Moab 240 insights (32:26) - Running YouTube (64:56) - Trail Running Business 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 Jeff on YouTube, Instagram, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Oct 22, 2023 · 1 hr 40 min
2023 Javelina Jundred Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Leah Yingling provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the competition at this year’s 2023 Javelina Jundred. Timestamps: (1:09) - course strategy, weather conditions, historical performance data, competitive race context (38:37) - women's field preview, storylines, analysis, predictions (66:05) - men's field preview, storylines, analysis, predictions 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 Leah on Instagram, Strava, Twitter Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube Support the show
Oct 19, 2023 · 1 hr 11 min
2023 Javelina Jundred Pre-Race Interviews | Brett Hornig, Heather Jackson, Athlete Roundtable
To round out our 2023 Javelina Jundred pre-race athlete interviews, we talk with Brett Hornig, Heather Jackson, and a virtual athlete roundtable of Joe McConaughy, Blake Slattengren, and Ryan Raff - all of whom are seeking golden tickets to next year's Western States 100. Timestamps: (1:15) - Brett Hornig (24:20) - Heather Jackson (48:04) - Virtual Athlete Roundtable 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. 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). Links: Follow Brett on Instagram, Youtube, Website Follow Heather on Instagram, YouTube, Strava Follow Ryan, Follow Joe, Follow Blake Support the show
Oct 18, 2023 · 52 min
2023 Javelina Jundred Pre-Race Interviews | Preston Cates, Tara Dower, Riley Brady
To kick-off our 2023 Javelina Jundred coverage, we interview Preston Cates, Tara Dower, and Riley Brady who are all seeking golden tickets to next year's Western States 100. Timestamps: (1:04) - Preston Cates Interview (25:09) - Tara Dower Interview (43:45) - Riley Brady Interview 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. 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). Links: Follow Preston on Instagram, Strava Follow Tara on Instagram, Strava Follow Riley on Instagram, Strava Support the show
Oct 13, 2023 · 54 min
Caleb Olson | Grindstone Win, Western States Golden Ticket, SLC Trail Scene
Caleb Olson is an ultra-trail runner based in Draper, UT who recently won the Grindstone 100K which simultaneously earned him an auto-qualifier to next year’s CCC and a golden ticket to next year’s Western States 100. In this episode, we talk about Caleb’s Grindstone race report, mountaineering background, upward trajectory in the sport, the up-and-coming Salt Lake City trail running scene, and how he’ll approach next season’s slate of high-profile races. 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. 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). Timestamps: (2:31) - leadup to the Grindstome 100K (5:01) - golden ticket to Western States (7:18) - mountaineering background (11:40) - first half Grindstone race report (17:48) - second half Grindstone race report (26:56) - mental strength, nutrition fixes for race day (35:38) - 2024 racing schedule (40:46) - Salt Lake City trail running scene Links: Follow Caleb on Instagram, Strava Lambert <10K Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Oct 6, 2023 · 1 hr 35 min
Jonathan Albon | Western States 100 Golden Ticket, Elite Group Training, CCC Win Recap,
Jonathan Albon is a professional trail runner for the North Face based in Romsdal Norway who recently won the prestigious CCC race in Chamonix, France earlier this summer and in the process punched his ticket to next year’s Western States. This conversation covers his early outlook for Western States, his training methodology, and various miscellaneous topics like group training dynamics among elite athletes and specializing at various distances and terrains in our sport. 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. 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). Links: Follow Jonathan on Instagram, YouTube, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Oct 4, 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
Brad Stulberg: Peak Performance, Mastering Change, And Willpower For Ultrarunners (Sunday Conversation)
Brad Stulberg has authored many books in the emerging interdisciplinary research field of performance science including his latest, Masters of Change. In this conversation, we tie many of the key takeaways back to the world of mountain ultra trail running specifically discussing topics like willpower depletion, whether talent needs trauma, the benefits of group training, and self-distancing. Sponsors: 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. 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). Links: Order Brad's new book "Masters of Change" Follow Brad on Instagram, Twitter, Personal Website Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Sep 22, 2023 · 1 hr 45 min
Scott McCoubrey | 90s Trail Running Teams, Scott Jurek Stories, Seattle Trail Scene
Scott McCoubrey has influenced many of the most pivotal moments in our sport's recent history. In this conversation, Scott shares fascinating stories from his days hanging out with Krissy Moehl, Hal Koerner, and Scott Jurek on the 2000s Seattle trail running scene, his role in the genesis of sponsored trail athletes, growing the competitive racing scene through the White River 50, and the relationship between the growth of trail running over the last two decades and the greater outdoor industry. Timestamps: (3:02) - how trail races maintain competitive relevancy over the years (23:21) - origins of team marketing in trail running, sponsoring athletes (49:59) - Scott Jurek stories, influence of the Seattle trail running scene (67:24) - nationalizing, creating more coherence for American trail running (84:43) - outdoor industry business challenges (94:14) - UROY discussion Sponsors: 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) Links: Follow Scott on Instagram, Twitter, Vimazi Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Sep 14, 2023 · 1 hr 19 min
Jim Walmsley | UTMB Takeaways, Career Reflections, What's Next
Jim Walmsley joins the podcast to talk about the major takeaways from his UTMB win, the impacts of moving to France last year, how he's managed his career to date and his path to going full-time pro, as well as his thoughts on whether the UTMB system works for elite athletes in our sport. Timestamps: (1:01) - preparing for a golden ticket chase at Nice Côte d'Azur (2:59) - reflecting on career longevity, how he's stayed elite for so long (9:09) - curiosity, continuing education in ultra-trail running (16:00) - biggest areas of improvement for Jim and for other elites at UTMB (25:16) - contextualizing this win, benefits of moving to France for preparation (34:17) - key parts of the blueprint for UTMB success (49:02) - the other American men have the best chance to win UTMB in the next few years, what's next for Jim (59:15) - how Jim creates meaning around his career, how he feels about the overall UTMB system (65:26) - miscellaneous questions Sponsors: Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order. Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. 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 Jim on Instagram, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Sep 6, 2023 · 1 hr 50 min
2023 UTMB Recap | Race Analysis, Takeaways, Top Performances
Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig recap the 2023 Ultra Trail Du Mont Blanc - the live coverage, major takeaways, top athlete performances, the possible futures of the event, and listener takes. Sponsors: Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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. Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack) Timestamps: (2:02) - Noah Lyles trail running connection (6:59) - unequal coverage of the women’s race, UTMB social media wins (18:14) - whether Jim need to move to the French Alps to win this race, what he does next (39:28) - future dominant storylines now that an American man has won UTMB (50:30 - women’s race analysis, interesting statistics (68:45) - whether you have to be a full-time athlete now to win UTMB (72:24) - men’s race analysis, interesting statistics (82:09) - what does Courtney Dauwalter do next (87:42) - other big takeaways from UTMB (96:09) - golden tickets from CCC, where the Americas Majors might be in 2024 Links: Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, and Youtube Follow AS Fireball on Twitter Support the show
Aug 29, 2023 · 47 min
2023 CCC Women's Field Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the women's field lining up at the 2023 CCC in the UTMB World Series Finals. Sponsors: Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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. Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. 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 Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, and Youtube Follow AS Fireball on Twitter Support the show
Aug 29, 2023 · 53 min
2023 CCC Men's Field Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the men's field lining up at the 2023 CCC in the UTMB World Series Finals. Sponsors: Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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. Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. 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 Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, and Youtube Follow AS Fireball on Twitter Support the show
Aug 28, 2023 · 1 hr 27 min
2023 UTMB Women's Field Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the women's field lining up for the 2023 Ultra-Trail Du Mont Blanc. Sponsors: Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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. Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. 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 Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, and Youtube Follow AS Fireball on Twitter Support the show
Aug 27, 2023 · 1 hr 48 min
2023 UTMB Men's Field Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the men's field lining up for the 2023 Ultra-Trail Du Mont Blanc. Note - we will be releasing our women's field preview tomorrow evening (Sunday, 8/27) as well as our CCC previews on Monday and Tuesday of next week. Stay tuned! Sponsors: Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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) Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Links: Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and The Feed Follow AS Fireball on Twitter Support the show
Aug 25, 2023 · 19 min
Eric LiPuma | 2023 CCC Pre-Race Interview
Eric LiPuma is a professional trail runner for Adidas Terrex preparing for the 2023 CCC in Chamonix, France. Sponsors: Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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) Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Links: Follow Eric on Instagram, Strava, Website Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Aug 25, 2023 · 18 min
Sabrina Stanley | 2023 UTMB Pre-Race Interview
Sabrina Stanley is a professional trail runner for Adidas Terrex preparing for the 2023 UTMB in Chamonix, France. Sponsors: Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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) Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Links: Follow Sabrina on Instagram Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Aug 24, 2023 · 21 min
Tim Tollefson | 2023 UTMB Pre-Race Interview
Tim Tollefson is a professional trail runner for Craft preparing for the 2023 UTMB in Chamonix, France. Sponsors: Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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) Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Links: Follow Tim on Instagram, Strava, Mammoth Trail Fest Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Aug 23, 2023 · 19 min
Ruth Croft | 2023 UTMB Pre-Race Interview
Ruth Croft is a professional trail runner for Adidas Terrex preparing for the 2023 UTMB in Chamonix, France. Sponsors: Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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) Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Links: Follow Ruth on Instagram, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Aug 23, 2023 · 25 min
Pau Capell | 2023 UTMB Pre-Race Interview
Pau Capell is a professional trail runner for the North Face preparing for the 2023 UTMB in Chamonix, France. Sponsors: Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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) Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Links: Follow Pau on Instagram, Strava Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show
Aug 23, 2023 · 16 min
Dakota Jones | 2023 CCC Pre-Race Interview
Dakota Jones is a professional trail runner for Nnormal preparing for the 2023 CCC in Chamonix, France. Sponsors: Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order. Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.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) Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link. Links: Follow Dakota on Instagram, Strava, Footprints Running Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and Patreon Support the show