INSTANT REACTIONS: Western States + Hardrock 100 Lottery Results
Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig share their initial reactions to the Hardrock 100 and Western States 100 lotteries, discussing their impact on the competitive fields in both races.Didn't get into the Western States 100 or Hardrock 100? Come race Twisted Fork on June 14th, 2025 in Park City, UT. Check it out here.Timestamps:00:00 Instant Reactions to the Race Lotteries03:03 Exploring Content Opportunities in Trail Running06:03 Statistics and Insights from the Lotteries09:03 Katie Schide racing Hardrock next year20:56 Zach Miller racing Hardrock next year24:48 The Competitive Landscape of the Hardrock 10028:49 Western States 100 Lottery Overview32:57 Conversational Pace Corner - Shoe Predictions34:05 Final Thoughts and Future Events (Twisted Fork)Partners:Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.us/) to get 15% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLET...) to get 20% off your next order.Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show
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Race Announcement (Twisted Fork Trail Festival)
Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!We’ve officially stepped into the role of Race Directors! In this episode of the Singletrack Podcast, I sit down with my wife and business partner, Jules Campanelli, to share an inside look at our trail running festival, Twisted Fork. Join us in Park City, UT, on June 14, 2025, for an unforgettable day with the Singletrack trail running community. Ready to be part of the excitement? Visit massifrunning.com to secure your spot in the 68K, 30K, or 15K—we can’t wait to see you on the trails!Timestamps:(0:38) - introductions, announcement, excitement for race festival(6:18) - history of Twisted Fork(10:21) - overviews of 68K, 30K, and 15K courses(13:07) - trail festival differentiators(23:49) - competitive status of the 68K, 30K, 15K fields(26:33) - race festival partners(32:35) - how to register, how to get involved, final thoughtsRace Partners:Gorewear - use code TwistedFork30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com/us/en-us/) for 30% off your next order.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Keen - unapologetically comfortable and consciously created to protect our planet (https://keenfootwear.com)Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://www.kodiakcakes.com/) to get 15% off your next order.Trails and Tarmac - get $50/mo off coaching if you sign up before March 15th (https://trailsandtarmac.com/coaching)Additional Links:Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, Patreon, RacesSupport the show
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The Future Of Trail Running Gear (Highlights From TRE)
Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig returns to the Singletrack Podcast for a crossover episode from his YouTube show (Conversational Pace) recapping our takeaways from the 2024 Running Event in Austin, TX earlier this week. Categories Covered:Standout brand (overall)Standout shoe Standout tech Standout conversation Standout newcomer brand Biggest brand surprise Biggest brand turnaround Bet on this (brand, trend, etc) Sponsors:Keen - unapologetically comfortable and consciously created to protect our planet (https://keenfootwear.com)Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order. Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show
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Long Run Archives #20 | Courtney Dauwalter At Cocodona, Gorge Waterfalls Hosting Worlds Team Qualifier, Contract Season Insights
Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Brett Hornig returns to the Singletrack Podcast for another edition of the Long Run Archives. In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Running Event in Austin, Courtney Dauwalter’s entry into the 2025 Cocodona 250, Gorge Waterfalls 100K being selected as the US Long Trail World’s team qualifier, and insights into the trail running contract season, among other topics. Timestamps:(5:50) - Gorge Waterfalls 100K hosting worlds qualifier(30:35) - Courtney Dauwalter registering for the Cocodona 250(44:20) - UROY and Western States 100 Discussion(66:31) - Contract season insights and speculations(84:24) - Long trail fastest known times (90:20) - Underrated races on the American scene(97:48) - Best stuff we found on the internet this week Sponsors:Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.us/) to get 15% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order. Additional Links:Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonEscarpment Trail Run, Three Mile Island DocuseriesSupport the show
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The State Of Ultrarunning Nutrition with Vic Johnson (Part 2)
Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Welcome to part 2 of our two-part conversation! If you haven’t listened to the first half yet, be sure to check it out—it aired last week and features nutrition coach Vic Johnson, known as the "Mountain Sports Dietician" on social media.You might recognize Vic’s name; he has collaborated with several prominent athletes in our sport, including Rod Farvard, to address the critical fueling strategies for ultrarunning.In part 1, Vic offered valuable insights into the evolving role of nutrition in endurance sports, discussing the importance of high-carb fueling, gut training, and common nutritional challenges faced by endurance athletes.In this follow-up conversation, we delve into post-run recovery, the benefits of antioxidants, and the strategic use of caffeine and bicarbonate during races. We’ll also explore how to interpret results from sweat composition and sweat rate tests, among other topics.Sponsors:Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.us/) to get 15% off your next order.deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order. Additional Links:Follow Vic on Instagram, WebsiteFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show