UTMB 2025 Preview & The Truth About Gary and Harrier Trail Running

Gary’s been injured, he’s been running with mates Rich Lazenby and Rich Gill… and he’s got a story to tell. Spoiler: it involves UTMB, Chamonix, and getting sacked.

This week, the lads are talking all things UTMB 2025 — from race week in Chamonix to altitude training in Tignes — with plenty of gossip about working with brands, new shoe drops, and what really happens behind the sponsorship deals. Ben shares the inside scoop from filming with Jim Walmsley and the Hoka team, plus why his one-take Instagram reel went viral.

They break down UTMB race week day-by-day, talk English Fell Running Championship drama, and even tease a mystery new product they’ve been testing. Will RUNcensored make it to Chamonix to record live? Listen and find out.

🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

💥 Gary’s injury update and running with Rich Lazenby & Rich Gill

🏔️ Gary’s race in Chamonix & altitude training lessons

🚪 Why Gary’s departure from Harrier Trail Running wasn’t his choice

🎥 Ben’s pre-UTMB trip to Chamonix, St Gervais & Tignes with Hoka

👟 New shoe releases and gear chat

🎬 One-take Instagram reel with Jim Walmsley

📱 Gary’s advice on making great Instagram reels

🤝 Ben’s blueprint for getting sponsored by a running brand

💼 Big discussion: how to work with brands without losing your soul

📅 UTMB race week – how it all works & the Francesco Puppi Strava segment

🕵️ Teasing a secret new product they’re testing

🏪 How Sportsshoes.com are gearing up for UTMB week

🏆 English Fell Running Championships – Ben Rothery vs Finlay Grant, decided by 20 seconds

🔮 Predictions for who will crush UTMB 2025

🎤 Will there be a RUNcensored podcast recorded live in Chamonix?

Why You Should Listen:

If you love trail and ultra running, UTMB week in Chamonix, or want the inside scoop on working with big brands like Hoka, this episode is for you. You’ll hear unfiltered race stories, sponsorship advice, gear talk, and a behind-the-scenes look at the most exciting week in trail running.

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