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In today’s episode, Tyler Hughes joins me for a deep dive debrief on my 2024 Colorado Trail Race.

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(00:00:00) - Podcast Introduction and Sponsor Messages

(00:03:25) - Gratitude and Race Overview

(00:05:51) - Podcast Co-host Introduction and AI Tools for Content Creation

(00:11:30) - AI in Creative Workflows and Industry Impact

(00:16:04) - Colorado Trail Race Start and Early Course Description

(00:23:39) - Mountain Passes and Weather Concerns

(00:26:16) - Race Day Two Start and Riding with Fellow Competitors

(00:32:50) - Resupply Challenges and Race Brain

(00:36:58) - Cognitive Effects of Endurance and Flow State

(00:38:28) - Copper Mountain Resupply and Route Detour

(00:40:59) - Riding with Karen and Urban Riding Experience

(00:41:37) - Leadville Resupply and Race Fatigue

(00:45:28) - Bear Concerns and Nighttime Camping

(00:53:03) - Storms, Weather, and Trail Conditions

(00:55:07) - Buena Vista Resupply and Food Mistakes

(01:08:38) - Trail Magic, Riding with Tim Tate, and Resupply Strategy

(01:09:51) - Single Track and Scenic Riding

(01:11:07) - Mount Princeton and Physical Deterioration

(01:14:27) - Foot Pain and Gear Adjustments

(01:30:38) - Post-Race Physical Effects and Sleep Deprivation

(01:43:08) - Racing vs Touring and Future Plans

(01:44:43) - Organizing Stage Races and Community Building

(01:46:41) - Gear Choices and Mechanical Issues

(02:10:46) - Mouth Sores and Recovery

(02:11:34) - Race Completion and Physical Toll

(02:12:53) - Future Race Plans and Event Organization

(02:16:41) - Podcast Closing and Support Information

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