Almost There Adventure Podcast

Episode 36: Ashly Winchester on Trail Running & FKTs

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On this episode: FKTs, Death Metal, horn of zeese. We’re talking with Ashly Winchester, trail runner, FKT-collector (she has dozens), Mount Shasta guide, and freelance outdoor writer.

Show Notes
  • 00:35 – Introducing Ashly
  • 01:20 – How she got started running
  • 04:50 – What is an “FKT” and what are the differences between supported, self-supported and unsupported records?
  • 06:10 – The logistics of planning and executing multiple FKTs 
  • 10:50 – Climbing and guiding on Mount Shasta
  • 13:00 – Picking FKT objectives
  • 14:10 – The Joshua Tree Traverse
  • 23:45 – The Death Valley Crossing
  • 31:00 – Dealing with the failed FKT attempts
  • 36:15 – What gear do you always bring with you?
  • 46:10 – Ashly’s Womxn Of The Wild podcast
  • 49:35 – Booneville and Boontling
  • 52:25 – Freelance writing in the outdoor industry
  • 54:40 – Where to Ashly online
    • Mentioned in this Show
    • Tough Mudder
  • Fastest Known Time
  • Shasta Mountain Guides
  • Womxn of the Wild
    • Find Ashly Online
    • Womxn of the Wild podcast: website and Instagram
  • Instagram: @ashly.winchester
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    • Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
  • Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com
  • Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net

    • Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music. 

    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

     

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