I got the opportunity to crew Pam Reed for the 2024 Daytona 100.  Most folks know I enjoy helping others do epic things as much as doing it myself.  For Pam, this was 100 miler (or longer) finish 120, I believe, maybe 121.  She now has 122.  It was a sight to behold.  At 63 years old, she made 22 hours and change look fairly easy.  The big lesson I learned is minimal stop time.  Because this was a point to point race with minimal aid stations, crew meetups were fairly often.  Probably close to 25 times in 100 miles.  And in one stop, she changed all of her clothes as well as shoes and socks.  I still bet her stop time was way less than an hour.  Incredible.  She has so many accomplishments, we could do 5 episodes and not cover them all.  Many Badwater finishes with an overall win mixed in, Western States, Hardrock, Moad 240, Cocodona 250, on and on.  Enjoy.

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In this episode, I take a few minutes to discuss the good, bad, and ugly from my recent survival at Long Haul 100.  Then I jump into a very interesting interview with Doug Rosenberg of Mount to Coast shoe company.  Mount to Coast came on the ultra-running scene last Spring with 2 models of road shoes, a racer and a trainer.  They've since introduced a third model and have a trail shoe in the works. They have new technology in the foam and stability system that makes it a very durable, lightweight, and comfortable running shoe designed to go beyond the normal distance of competitive brands.  Mount to Coast came highly recommended by a few friends and guests of the show and it's still early for me. but I really like them.  Check out the interview and give them a try if you're interested.  Doug also discusses a 100k race series they are sponsoring so check it out!

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I had the opportunity to join Pacer Travel's own Jeff Iosa, OG FUR podcaster and Skunk Ape Events founder Joe Fuller, and beloved RD (or should I say co-RD, because we all know who the boss is) of Long Haul himself, Andy Mathews.  We talk trivia, predictions, weather, mud and lack of it, pristine courses, etc.  Andy gives course breakdown and updates with exact mileage to aid stations, etc.  Please note, this is the audio version of the YouTube video.  It has been edited a little but I had no control over the settings.  For bonus content and some very handsome guests, see the video in the link provided.  See you at Long Haul!

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Nels Matson was born with a heart defect basically starving one side for oxygen.  So basically, his first few years were like training at altitude.  His own Leadville childhood.  At the age of 3 he had open heart surgery and at 5 was released to play sports.  He has never looked back, and most certainly has not taken his gifts for granted.  He has used his gift of stamina to make a difference in the world and has done so with several causes.  His most recent was a Transcon from San Francisco to New York City to raise funds and awareness for The Wounded Warrior Foundation as a part of Project Campbell's Call.  I'll let him tell you the rest.  Enjoy

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2024 was an epic year in running for many people.  It was not my best year, with some injuries and a few DNF's, but I gained a bunch of new friends and some wisdom, son we'll call it a good year.  I reached out for your help and got some input, and my good friend Jeff Iosa with Pacer Travel sat down for a long chat trying to name some of our own winners in categories such as most inspirational guest from this year, favorite episodes, biggest accomplishments, ultra runner of the year. We went international and local.  We also get sidetracked a few times discussing training, life, etc.  Hope you enjoy.  If we left something out, let me know.

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There are 2 parts to episode 130.  First off, my friends, Jamie, Charlie, Judie, and Scott are making a run at the Across Florida 200 on the 27th and they are raising funds and awareness for The Child Advocacy Center.  They fully intend to "run with joy" and to use their feet and feat to make a difference for some at-risk children.  Click the links below for info and to support.

Part 2 is Deanna Doane.  She's quite an accomplished ultrarunner and Co-RD with Run Bum Races.  She has big plans for 2025 with an FKT attempt and a running retreat in the Fall.  Hear her story and check out her website to find out how you can support her journey or participate in the retreat.

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Marshall Ulrich is the epitome of a badass ultra runner!  His accomplishments in endurance activities are mind blowing!  Seven summits, 20-time Badwater finisher, 13 time Leadville 100 finisher, Transcon, world class adventure racer, and he's literally always missing toenails.  He's also an RD, and a true friend to many.  It was such an honor for me to get to know Marsh a little and hear some of his stories.  Hope you enjoy!

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Andy Sholly is a friend of mine and a badass ultra runner from the Tampa area in Florida.  He prefers the backyard ultra format, and does very well at it.  He seems to be built for it.  When he's in race mode, he's just very efficient in every single aspect.  He saves all of the energy for running each yard.  Between each running segment he is in recovery/cool down mode and it is a spectacle to watch how efficient he has become.  Andy is an interesting guy and I'm sure you will enjoy getting to know him and hearing how a BYU person thinks.  

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I met Viktoria out of the blue when she contacted me about possibly crewing her in a race here in Georgia next month.  She ended up deciding against doing the race.  Who does that?!  But we kept talking and knowing that she is a total badass in our sport, I finagled my way into an interview.  What an inspiring story!  She has won several world championship titles and holds 3 different current Canadian records.  She's also a coach, and effective today, she's my coach.  eek.  I hope you enjoy getting to know her!

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Meet Leah Vincent!  She's an artist, an estate sales professional, and a badass ultra runner.  She's the self-titled queen of DNF's, but she did not DNF Moab 240 this year.  She got the job done with many adventures.  She has taken the lessons from her not so fortunate experiences and turned them into valuable tools in her toolkit.  Enjoy an informative and entertaining chat with an awesome human!

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