Miles With Marty Podcast

Mikey Bee of Sandspur Ultras has a reputation for inventing crazy hard races in and around Jupiter, Florida to challenge the mind and body.  Some may call him sadistic.  But one thing's for sure, Mikey is a beloved member of the Florida Ultrarunning Community, and that community really shows up to run and volunteer at his races.  The Trident races are the last weekend in July.  There are 2 - half marathons, a daytime and nighttime.  There's a marathon, a 12-hour version and a 24-hour race.  You'll have to listen for the particulars.  My guests are 1st overall - Jamie Saunders, 2nd overall - Yianni Babiolakis, 2nd female - Loan Vo, 2nd male - Ramon Palomo, 3rd male - Luke Vidal.  What an amazing group of runners!  I think you'll enjoy hearing their stories, lessons, least favorite things, most favorite things, training tips, etc.  Check it out!

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Lauren Klein is a UESCA certified ultra-running coach in the Reno, Nevada area.  I first heard about her and the excellent crewing and pacing skills she possesses in my interview with Cocodona 250 and Tahoe 200 champ Harry Subertas, her partner.  He also mentioned she was a coach which made me curious to hear her story.  Coming from the athletic trainer background at the Major League Baseball level gives her a unique perspective on physical ability, injury rehab, and many other important things.  I really enjoyed hearing her story and learning a bit about her coaching perspective.  Reach out for a consultation if you are interested.

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Tara Dower is an ultrarunner from Virginia.  Very few hills there but she is not afraid of the mountain races.  Her most recent race was Hardrock 100 and she took 4th place.  She has wins at Umstead, Uwharrie, Blood Rock, Devil Dog, Hellbender, and Run Rabbit Run.  She holds an FKT already, she's also making a run at the Southbound Appalachian Trail FKT in just a few weeks.  Tara is such an energetic and positive person.  It was a treat to get to know her.  I think you will like it. 

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I first met Scott Owenby immediately after he sprinted past me at about a 6-minute pace to finish his first sub 24 - 100 miler at The Bronze Dragonfly in Savannah, Ga.  He looked like he could have gone sub 20 at that point, and he probably will one day.  Scott is a competitive guy that is fairly new on the 100 mile scene.  So, we will see where he takes it.  He's got an awesome story and does a great job telling it.  Enjoy!

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Southern States 200 - March 19, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)


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I met Bob Watters at the 2nd crew meetup aid station at Cruel Jewel this year and then again saw him at the turnaround point.  He was crewing and pacing his son and I was crewing my friend Jamie.  I noticed him wearing that awesome Southern States 200 buckle and introduced myself.  I wanted to record a recap for the podcast and then fate would have it that my friend Amber peer-pressured me into running it this year.  So, selfishly I was looking for tips.  Bob is an accomplished ultra-runner having finished Pinhoti 9 times and other challenging races such as Blood Rock 100 and No Business.  He was also the state champ in cowboy style shooting a few years ago, hench the nickname "cowboy" which came from me, not him.  I think you will enjoy getting to know Bob and the Alabama races a little better and I bet you'll be wanting to check some of them out.    Links below.  Enjoy!

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Southern States 200 - March 19, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

Daufuskie Island 100 Mile Ultra – Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)

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Philip Nameich is another Florida ultra-running friend of mine.  We have run and crewed several of the same races, had the same coach for a period of time and share a passion for running ultras and the community.  He's coming off a finish at Tahoe 200 and his first 200 miler as well as a great finish to 2023 with a sub-24-hour finish at Daytona 100.  He's also a Race Director in South Florida for the El Gato Rebelde 6 and 12 hour ultra.  It's held Spring and Fall.  He's also a heckuva nice guy.  Hope you enjoy!

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El Gato Rebelde Ultra Winter Edition - November 23, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

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Daufuskie Island 100/50/RELAY - March 29, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

Miami 100 - September 28, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

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This episode is dedicated to a sweet little ole lady named Laura Schmidt.  Hear more about Miss Laura in the episode.  Dan Hernandez and Kerry Dulina of Rough Runners Run 4 a Reason in Savannah are two dear friends of mine and just 2 awesome members of the ultra-running community as well as their local community.  They not only put on great races, but they also go out of their way to positively impact the community.  A lot of us can learn from them how we can carry that mindset into our daily lives.  We recap the Bronze Dragonfly races as well as discuss many of their other races, particularly Daufuskie Island 100.  Enjoy!

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Amy Bukszpan aka The Banana Champ, is a good friend, a total bada$$ ultra runner, a PHD level behavioral analyst, and a UESCA certified ultra running coach.  She's also really funny and smart, which make for great conversation.  I think she may have the PR (podcast record) for most appearances on this podcast, but each time has been for entirely different subjects.  Enjoy.  If you think she might be a good fit for you, click the link or reach out.

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BobbieJoe Derhak is a dear friend, a fellow music lover, ultra runner, and UESCA certified ultra running coach.  Here's her story and a bit about her coaching philosophy.  It's the first of a series with new or fairly new coaches on the scene.  This is not a paid promotion, just using my platform to help good people to help other good people.  Hope you enjoy.
 
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Southern States 200 - March 19, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

The Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run.  100 miles in a day.  Where are my heart emojis?  This is the super bowl of ultra running for many of us.  To me, it is way bigger than the Boston Marathon.  I know there are many Boston veterans that will debate that, but this is my opinion.  I love the race, the venue, the people with all my heart.  I cried many times just walking around and feeling the energy last year.  Circumstances forced me to miss it this year, so here's my salute to the greatest weekend in Ultra Running.  I hope you enjoy and it inspires a few of you to watch a little more streams and stalk IG a little harder Saturday.  Below are links to some awesome videos to watch and get fired up.  No particular order.

https://youtu.be/zy1as6CTYXI?si=C4-zpLjWv7spEXFd 

https://youtu.be/kYgcTJBLwsU?si=3BQx1cZ_fyY7RWCi

https://youtu.be/eHoXgYPvj6o?si=AWb4O9VPJOjCsLFt

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