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Today’s returning guest is a gritty ultra-endurance bikepack racer who just wrapped up an impressive ride at the 2025 Stagecoach 400, finishing 5th overall with a time of 54 hours and 52 minutes. In this conversation, we debrief from the race, discussing race strategy, fueling, sleep management, and mental performance hurdles.

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(00:00:00) - Podcast Intro, Guest Welcome & Race Overview

(00:02:51) - AI Coaching, Training Plans & Personal Experience

(00:06:54) - Stagecoach 400 Recap: Start to Alpine

(00:09:05) - Recovery, Sleep & Early Race Strategy

(00:13:31) - Riding Dynamics, Nutrition & Electrolytes

(00:20:13) - Resupply Stops, Mental State & Equipment Choices

(00:32:52) - Desert Challenges, Mental Strain & Sleep Deprivation

(00:46:03) - Performance Impact of Sleep & Recovery Strategies

(00:48:39) - Favorite Course Sections & Strategy Reflections

(00:54:12) - Balancing Speed, Sleep & Hydration Challenges

(00:59:59) - Weather, Equipment Choices & Race Withdrawal

(01:04:45) - Upcoming 800-Mile Race & Training Approaches

(01:10:06) - Race Logistics, Podcasting & Scheduling Challenges

(01:15:19) - Grand Loop Race Plans, Gear & Nutrition

(01:24:38) - Mental Toughness, Comfort & Physical Prep

(01:29:25) - Gear Weight, Local Advantage & Mechanical Issues

(01:34:17) - Chain Waxing vs Lube & Pedal Choices

(01:44:28) - Upcoming Races, Comparisons & Final Thoughts

(01:49:44) - Wildlife Encounters, Nature & Closing Remarks

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