Inside Aravaipa

In this episode of Meet the Team, we chat with Adam Vadeboncoeur, who's hitting his peak after 20 years in the sport! Fresh off a 3rd place finish at the Mad City 50K USATF Championship, Adam talks about his journey, including major breakthroughs like a sub-2:18 marathon and representing Team USA at the 50k Worlds in India. Hear about the dedication required for elite performance, how he balances rigorous training with his commitment as a volunteer firefighter, the benefits of training in Boulder, his love for running's simplicity, the backstory of a Fastest Known Time attempt in Arkansas, and his future racing plans. Tune in for insights on longevity, mental toughness, balancing life's passions, and elite ultra running.--Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh

Fresh off a stunning 6th place finish at her JFK 50 Mile debut and a blazing 3:20 50K at Mad City, Lindsay Prescott joins us for an inspiring Meet the Team episode. Lindsay opens up about her connection to Flagstaff, her love for running, and the incredible resilience required to navigate significant personal challenges over the last few years. We dive into her comeback journey, the mental fortitude involved, managing life's demands, and the joy of returning to high-level competition. Plus, hear about her back-to-back wins at the Flagstaff Doggie Dash (with her speedy dog!) and her exciting, diverse race plans for 2025, including the Silverton Alpine 50K. Tune in for a powerful story of perseverance, strength, and finding joy in the run.--Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh

Meet Ruairi Moynihan! He's the founder of Trail GangstAZ, a member of the Aravaipa Racing Team, a 2:21 marathoner, dedicated running coach, and the Race Director for the Flagstaff Doggie Dash & Buffaloops Ultra.

In this chat, we cover it all: Ruairi's running origins, the story behind Trail GangstAZ, insights into his coaching, and the scoop on his Flagstaff races. We also touch on his life as a teacher, his adventures racing and working abroad, and stick around to hear Ruairi drop some bars!

Learn More & Get Involved:

• Coaching with Ruairi: https://trailgangstaz.com/
• Sign Up for the Doggie Dash & Buffaloops Ultra: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=124052

In this episode of "Meet The Team," hosts Heidi Allan and Bryce Brooks sit down with the impressive Adam Sjolund, a young athlete excelling in both marathon and ultra running while pursuing a PhD in carbon capture & storage. We explore Adam's inspiring journey into the world of running, sparked by his sister's influence, and uncover a remarkable early experience: his crucial role in pacing a young Tierney Wolfgram to break the American U19 marathon record.
Adam shares the exciting story of his Olympic Trials qualifying debut at CIM in 2023, where he was the youngest qualifier, and his successful ventures into ultra running, marked by impressive podium finishes. We also delve into the fascinating challenge of balancing elite-level training with the demands of his PhD research and his aspirations to return to OTQ level marathons. Plus, get a sneak peek into his adventurous summer plans on the Pacific Crest Trail!

In this episode of Meet the Team, Heidi Allan and Bryce Brooks sit down with Aravaipa Racing Team member Georgia Porter. From a standout collegiate track career to hundred-mile races to multi-day FKTs, Georgia shares their journey of rediscovering the joy of running. They discuss the challenges of transitioning to trail and ultra distances, the experience of setting an FKT on the Arizona Trail, and their philosophy behind their coaching platform, Running Rediscovered. Tune in to hear Georgia’s insights on resilience, connection, and what’s next on their running horizon.
To learn more about Georgia's coaching, visit Running Rediscovered.

Join Andy Jones-Wilkins, Chris Worden, and Aaron Barber for a LIVE Recap show of the Mesquite Canyon 30K - The seventh race in the 2025 Sonoran Desert Cup.--The Sonoran Desert Cup includes seven sub ultra distance courses, split over two seasons (fall & spring). Each course handpicked to showcase some of the finest mountain running in the Valley of the Sun. Join us for the inaugural Sonoran Desert Cup by registering though the Series Pass and save or register for each event individually:https://www.aravaiparunning.com/sonoran-desert-cup/The eight races that make up the Sonoran Desert Cup are: Cave Creek Thriller, Pass Mountain, McDowell Mountain Frenzy, San Tan Scramble, Coldwater Rumble, Elephant Mountain, Mesquite Canyon. The Series Championship will take place at Dam Good Run. --Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh

Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh

In this episode of Meet the Team, hosts Heidi Allan and Bryce Brooks sit down with Stella Springer, a new member of the Aravaipa Racing Team. A long-distance specialist, Stella is the 2024 USATF 100-Mile Road Champion and proudly represented Team USA at the 2023 IAU 24-Hour World Championships. We dive into Stella’s journey—from how she first got into running to her progression from the marathon to the 100-mile distance. She also shares an inside look at her experience at this year’s Jackpot Ultras USATF Championship Race and what it takes to compete at a high level.

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Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.Come explore with us.More Info Below:Sign up for next year's event https://www.aravaiparunning.com/races/Get Live Updates https://www.live.aravaiparunning.comFollow us on SocialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparunning/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aravaiparunning/Twitter https://twitter.com/AravaipaRunningFollow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events https://www.instagram.com/aravaiparides/Subscribe to Run Steep Get High https://www.youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh

Join Race Director Steve Aderholt as he shares another Cocodona Race Update alongside Jeff Browning & Haroldas Subertas to discuss UltrAspire's partnership this year & a bit about lighting.

Cocodona Website: http://cocodona.com

UltrAspire: https://ultraspire.com

Join Race Director Steve Aderholt for his next Cocodona race update - our first in March. He also takes time to discuss Tailwind Nutrition's partnership with the event this year alongside Maggie Guterl & Sarah Ostazewski.

Cocodona Website: https://cocodona.com

Get Tailwind: https://tailwindnutrition.com