In this week’s episode of Peak Pursuits, James is joined by Brodie and Vlad for a packed conversation on all things trail running. Vlad shares his plans for the Tarawera 100k, Brodie starts looking forward to some end-of-season events, and James speaks openly about a setback on his return journey.

The trio dive deep into the state of Australia’s National Trail Championships — what’s working, what’s not, and how it could evolve — before taking on the great Strava vs. Garmin debate and what it means for athletes and data-driven coaching.

They wrap up with an in-depth preview of the iconic Four Peaks Run in Bright, including start lists stacked with Australia’s best mountain runners.

Tune in for candid insights, a few laughs, and a big dose of Aussie trail running talk.

Results:

Javellina Jundred

https://live.aravaiparunning.com/#/javelina_jundred-2025?raceId=301823

Great Ocean Trail Ultra

https://tomatotiming.racetecresults.com/results.aspx?CId=16&RId=29929

Heysen Trail

https://my.raceresult.com/368577/

SEQ Trail Series: Pomona (Round 2)

https://www.racetecresults.com/results.aspx?CId=20148&RId=132&EId=1

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