Race Brain Podcast

By Brakken Kraker, Jack Bauer, Kirk DeWindt, and Rich Ryan

What's Race Brain Podcast about?

An OCR, hybrid fitness, and endurance racing round table discussion show. Hosted by: Brakken Kraker, Jack Bauer, Kirk DeWindt, and Rich Ryan

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Race Brain Podcast episodes:

06.12.2024
HYROX 2024 World Champs Recap
In this episode, the full RB squad discusses the event of the year, the Hyrox World Championships. The team goes over the results, their implications, and some rumors for next season. #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace
06.04.2024
HYROX 2024 World Champs Preview and Draft
Lauren Smith joins Rich and BK to review the 2024 Hyrox World Championships. The team discussed the big stories they are looking forward to and then draft fantasy teams. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Hyrox NYC Recap 22:00 Our top stories to...
05.28.2024
Bring OCR Back to Prominence.
In this episode, the RB squad discusses ideas for making OCR a great sport once again. They discuss race organization, marketing, product development, and revenue generation. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ #spartan #ocr #hyrox #dekafit
05.21.2024
Hyrox Anaheim LCQ and Spartan Big Bear USNS Recaps
In this episode the RB squad chat about the weekend races for Hyrox Anaheim and Spartan Race Big Bear. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 05:15 Rich's Hyrox Doubles Recap 20:40 Hyrox LCQ Anaheim Recap 30:30 LCQ Fantasy Review (Men's and Women's...
05.14.2024
HYROX Anaheim LCQ and Spartan Big Bear Draft.
In this episode, the RB squad discusses the rule changes at Deka, the loaded LCQ in Anaheim, and the second stop at the Spartan National series in Big Bear. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 02:00 Dekafit Ruling Changes from Sacramento. 18:09 New Deka...
05.07.2024
Jack's podium at DEKAFIT Sacramento and a long talk about rules.
In this episode, the RB boys talk about the most recent results and controversies at DEKAFIT Sacramento. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 01:24 Jack's race recap 13:36 DEKAFIT Sac Men's results 22:00 DEKAFIT Sac Women's results 35:06 DEKA DQ's 39:30 Deka Rulebook Review 1:02:52 Should Deka...
04.30.2024
Jack is to take on Deka Sacramento, Who gets a vacant Hyrox WC spot and CrossFit blunders.
In this episode, the RB squad discusses the upcoming DEKAFIT race in Sacramento. They also discuss possible ways to determine a vacant spot for HYROX WC. Finally, the squad chats about the penalties determined by CrossFit during the 2024 quarterfinals. 00:00...
04.23.2024
Weeks takes another record, Sanderson ascends, and Hyrox Berlin.
The RB squad chats about Dekafit Anaheim and Hyrox Berlin in this episode. 00:00 Intro 03:10 DekaFit Anaheim Recap 04:03 Lauren Week's impressive DEKA run split 18:50 Men's Recap 23:18 Failed Mixed World Record Attempt 29:00 Tyler Veerman Deka Debut 37:00 Can Sanderson take a spot at...
04.16.2024
HYROX Köln LCQ Recap, HYROX Pyramid, and Records.
In this episode, the RB squads chat about the most recent Hyrox in Köln, the implications of fast courses, various news in OCR, and a Dekafit SoCal preview. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 02:00 Hyrox LCQ Men's Recap 20:50 Hyrox...
04.09.2024
OCR News and Hyrox European LCQ Preview
In this episode, the RB squad chats about some recent news in OCR, including WTM payouts, the OCRWC Venue, and the newest governing body in OCR. Then, they do a deep-dive preview for the Hyrox last-chance qualifier in Köln, Germany....
04.02.2024
The Foolish Bracket 2024
In this episode, the RB squad reflects on some of our favorite silly moments in OCR and Hybrid Racing. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 06:00 Spartan Race Start Line (Patreon Q&A;) 15:50 Spartan Announces Money For USNS 27:50 2024 Foolish Bracket #hyrox...
03.26.2024
Hyrox Copenhagen, Spartan Gatekeeping, and College Sports
In this episode, the RB squad covers a variety of topics including fast times at Hyrox CHN, the qualification rules for Spartan 50k Ultra Champs, and the landscape of college sports. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 01:50 Brakken's memorabilia 05:10 Hyrox Copenhagen Men's...
03.19.2024
CrossFitters arrive at Hyrox Houston, New tech in Hybrid Racing, and Regional Spartan Races.
In this episode, the squad talks about Kristi Eramo O'connel's debut at Hyrox Houston. Some ways that we see technology improving the sport, and spartan races across North America. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 02:30 Hyrox Houston 07:11 Kristi Eramo O'Connell's Debut 19:00 Mixed Doubles...
03.12.2024
New DEKAFIT Standards, Hybrid Racers doing CrossFit, Lactate Testing, and more.
In this episode, the RB squad discusses a wide range of topics, including DEKAFIT Knoxville, Spartan Houston, and the CrossFit Open. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 00:48 Minimal Shoe Talk 04:40 Ryker's 800 07:42 DEKAFIT Knoxville 14:02 Deka Athletes v Hyrox Athletes 21:31 New Deka...
03.06.2024
Did Hyrox get it right? Should Hyrox scale up? And fantasy results.
In this episode, the full RB squad is back to discuss the final Hyrox major in Washington, DC. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 03:35 Rich's Hyrox Results 08:47 Hyrox DC Fantasy Results 19:28 Hyrox DC Men's results 24:44 Current Men Qualified...
02.27.2024
OCR Season Kick-off with TM AlUla and Spartan Jax. Plus Hyrox DC Major Draft
In this episode, Rich and Brakken discuss the start of a new OCR season in an unfamiliar format. Then, they are joined by Lauren Smith to draft for the final Hyrox Major of the 23/24 Season. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00...
02.21.2024
Tough Mudder AlUla preview and Draft.
The RB squad previews the most exciting OCR event this decade in this episode! Tune in to learn who the guys draft and who they think will do well at the 8-hour Tough Mudder AlUla. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠
02.15.2024
Record-setting weekend for Weeks, Roncevic dominates at home course, & more sad spartan news.
In this episode, the RB squad recaps the Hyrox European championships and talks through some of the newest happenings at Spartan HQ. 00:00 Intro 03:17 Hyrox Vienna Women's race recap 16:04 How international travel affects athletes. 19:30 Implications for the Hyrox Season 27:50 Strict Judging...
02.06.2024
HYROX Vienna Preview and Draft
In this episode, the RB squad goes deep on the third major for the Hyrox season. Topics also discussed: Tough Mudder Suadi Arabia Inifity start list and the US Marathon Trials. Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 02:42 US Marathon Olympic...
01.30.2024
Records in HYROX Manchester, New Spartan corral format, and qualifying for Spartan Championships.
In this episode, the RB squad talks about the results at Hyrox Manchester, including the new Pro Doubles format. Then they discuss what was happening at Spartan Race Socal. Finally, they chat about how to qualify for the Spartan race...
01.23.2024
Hyrox Maastricht and People Always Ask Us....
In this episode, the RB squad talks about the screaming fast times as Hyrox Maastricht and how that affects the remainder of the season. Plus, we answer a plethora of (not-so-real) questions. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) ⁠⁠⁠https://resolutecoffeeco.com/⁠⁠⁠ Support RB on...
01.16.2024
What if TMX was around, What if Spartan was never on TV, What if Hyrox didn't exist, and more.
In this episode, the full RB crew kicks around a bunch of hypotheticals in the world of niche endurance racing, including what if Ryan Atkins specialized, what if Spartan tried to build the sport, and what if Hyrox didn't have...
01.09.2024
Footwear for Hyrox and OCR in 2024
In this episode, Brakken and Rich do a deep dive into new footwear for the 2024 racing season. This is for the nerds! Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 03:56 Brief History of Super Shoes 19:53 Potential New Shoes for Hyrox...
01.02.2024
HYROX Overtakes Spartan, Deka’s Thrives Internationally, and Spartan Dominates Ultra?
The RB crew discusses their 2024 predictions and wish lists in this episode. Topics include Spartan's options on how and why they would expand their brand. If Hyrox takes a further leap to legitimize the sport, Will there be big...
12.19.2023
The 2023 OCR Awards
The RB boys host and select winners for the third annual OCRAs. Categories include: Performance of the year Upset of the Year Best Race Battle / Best Race Goofy Games of the Year Goofy games athlete Breakout/most Improved Athlete International Athlete of the...
12.12.2023
Veejay Jones gets his Spartan Title, Webster Collects Another, and All-time OCR rankings.
In this lengthy episode, the RB boys talk about the final race of the OCR season in Abu Dhabi. Then, they debate their all-time rankings for the sport of OCR. 00:00:01 Spartan 3k Men's Recap 00:47:47 Spartan 3k Women's Recap 01:00:40 Spartan...
12.05.2023
Who had the best DEKA weekend, Crazy times at HYROX Stockholm, and Spartan 3k WC Draft.
Busy show today as the RB squad talks about the weekend that was at the DEKAFIT world champion, HYROX Stockholm, and previews the 2023 Spartan 3k World Championships in Abu Dhabi. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) ⁠⁠⁠https://resolutecoffeeco.com/⁠⁠⁠ Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠ #hyrox...
11.29.2023
Women's HYROX Showdown in Sweden and Drafting DEKAFIT World Champs.
In this episode, this RB squad talks in detail about the women's and men's fields for the second Hyrox Major of the year in Stockholm, Sweden. Then they draft teams for the second DEKAFIT Championships in Dallas, TX, and touch...
11.22.2023
Hyrox Records, Good Spartan Decisions, and the Goofiest of the Goofy.
In this episode, the RB boys discuss the global Hyrox events (Dallas, Barcelona, and Hamburg). Then, they touch on the new Spartan schedule. Then, they finish with some goofy games brainstorming. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off)⁠⁠⁠https://resolutecoffeeco.com/⁠⁠⁠ Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠⁠#hyrox...
11.15.2023
Kent impresses, Jacoby ascends, and Rich also raced. Hyrox Chicago Recap.
In this episode, the RB boys recap the first-ever Hyrox Major in Chicago, IL. They touch on the men's race with an impressive win by Ryan Kent of the emerging Hyrox force, Rylan Shcadegg. Then they discuss Meg Jacoby's win...
11.08.2023
Azar and Rugloski. Webster and Basilico. Plus Hyrox Chicago Draft
In this episode, the RB squad discus World's Toughest Mudder 2023, Greece Trifecta Championships, and draft teams for the first Hyrox Major in Chicago. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) ⁠⁠https://resolutecoffeeco.com/⁠⁠ Support RB on Patreon⁠⁠ https://www.patreon.com/racebrain⁠⁠ #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace
11.01.2023
Previews of the most exciting race in OCR and the most prestigious.
In this episode, the RB boys talk about Hyrox Valencia and Dublin and how that affects the elite 15 majors. Then they draft for BOTH the Spartan Trifecta World Champs and World's Toughest Mudder. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off)⁠⁠https://resolutecoffeeco.com/⁠⁠ Support...
10.25.2023
One big Spartan heat. Is Hyrox a sustainable sport. And BK's big W.
Brakken, Jack, and Rich dive into the nuts and bolts of the latest Spartan season and inspect the rapid growth of HYROX as a sport. Plus, we're throwing a spotlight on Brakken's impressive win at the Michigan Spartan Race. Resolute...
10.18.2023
Spartan 3k Series in the books and Deka ULTRA!?
In this episode, the RB boys talk about the final stop in the first-ever Spartan elite 3k series. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain
10.11.2023
A photo finish between two OCR greats, a new brand of hybrid games, and Hyrox Milan/Singapore
In this episode the RB squad talks about the 3k/15k races at OCRWC in Mammoth, CA. Then we touch on the first every Alpha Warrior, and two Hyrox events. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain
10.04.2023
Dylan Scott Delivers at HYROX Malmö and OCRWC Draft
In this episode, the squad chats about the most recent HYROX race in Malmö, Sweden. Then they do a classic Fantasy OCR Draft for the 2023 OCRWC in Mammoth, CA. This episode is brought to you by Resolute Coffee: Resolute Coffee...
09.27.2023
Hyrox Madrid and the best Super Shoes for Hybrid Racing
In this episode, the squad talks to Rich about his sad sled performance and Spain and what it means for the rest of the season. Then, they do a deep dive into the best super shoes for the hybrid racing...
09.20.2023
OCR and Controversy goes like Peanut Butter and Jelly, Ryker's biggest win, and CrossFitters smash the 800 world record.
In this episode, we recap the FISO OCR World Championships in Belgium and the controversies surrounding the events. We touch on DEKAFIT Orlando, plus Race Brain Teasers This episode is brought to you by Resolute Coffee RR20 for 20% on your order....
09.13.2023
Slowest Hyrox sleds ever, Rylan's Record Setting DEKA Weekend, & FISO OCR World Champs.
In this episode, the squad discusses various topics, including the most recent results in Hyrox Warsaw, where Poland seemingly received US sleds. We preview the upcoming DEKAFIT Orlando with another stacked field of women, including Meg Jacoby, Vivien Tufuto, and...
09.06.2023
Running, beer and pizza, Hyrox Dubai, and DEKAFIT gets Wallaced.
In this episode, the guys spend about an hour talking about non-sense like running, drinking, and eating challenges, where they see training going for HYROX long term. Thoughts on the Skierg and more. Then they touch on the recent HYROX...
08.30.2023
Dylan Scott Ascends & Meg Jacoby continues to impress. DEKAFIT PA Recap
In this episode the guys talk about the most recent DEKAFIT event in PA. They take a deep look at the race and how it shakes up the top 20 for the rest of the season. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #dekafit #hyrox
08.23.2023
Most stacked women's DEKAFIT of all time? Richie Remmer takes on DEKAFIT PA.
In this episode, we talk about the upcoming DEKAFIT Northeast in Oaks, PA. We touch on the DEKAFIT debut of Meg Jacoby and Carly Wopat. Plus the first race of the season for Vivian Tufuto and Alandra Greenly. The men's...
08.18.2023
CrossFit Games 2023 Recap with CrossFit Omnia
Today Rich is again joined by CrossFit Omina to talk about the 2023 CrossFit games. They go over pretty much the entire individual competition from start to finish and also touch on CrossFit Omnia's 9th-place finish in the team competition....
08.16.2023
Will Crossfitters Take Over Hyrox, No Skin - No Problem, and Paddle Board Fitness
In this episode, the squad talks about the first ever Hyrox in Australia (7:31), where Ricky Garard made his impressive debut, but James Kelly comes away with a commanding victory. We talk about how much Grit it takes to compete...
08.11.2023
CrossFit 4.5k, Wedding Recap, Spartan PAMAM, Grit Games Preview
In this episode, we discuss the controversy around the CrossFit "5k" and whether it matters. We touch on the Spartan Pan American Championships and preview the upcoming Grit Games. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #dekafit #hyrox #spartanrace
08.02.2023
International DEKAFIT, Spartan PANAM, and CrossFit.
In this episode, the dudes discuss the not-super-competitive Spartan Pan American Champs, DEKAFIT Spain, and Ontario, and some chatter on CrossFit and Race Brain Teasers! Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain
07.28.2023
CrossFit Games Fantasy Draft w/ CrossFit Omnia
In this episode, Rich sits down in person with Jacob Schmitt, Cooper Wise, and Jon Colborn of CrossFit Omnia (West Regional 3rd place 2023, CrossFit Games 7th 2022). To talk about the 2023 CrossFit games and draft teams. Super special episode...
07.26.2023
Hyrox officially announces qualification system, Deebo, and recent distance world records.
In this episode, we discuss the highly anticipated Hyrox qualification system and more. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace
07.19.2023
Spartan Poconos 3k Recap, BK's race, and barbed wire takes.
In this episode, we talk about the spartan 3k in the Poconos. We talk about men's and women's results and, most importantly, our Brakken Kraker's race. Plus, we speak on the various controversies surrounding the race itself. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain
07.12.2023
Spartan Palmerton Draft. Plus the best OCR finish of all time?
In this episode, we go deep on the 3rd stop for the Spartan elite series in Palmerton. We draft the whole squad for what is looking to be the most stacked event of the year. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace

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Race Brain Podcast episodes:

HYROX 2024 World Champs Recap

HYROX 2024 World Champs Preview and Draft

Bring OCR Back to Prominence.

Hyrox Anaheim LCQ and Spartan Big Bear USNS Recaps

HYROX Anaheim LCQ and Spartan Big Bear Draft.

Jack's podium at DEKAFIT Sacramento and a long talk about rules.

Jack is to take on Deka Sacramento, Who gets a vacant Hyrox WC spot and CrossFit blunders.

Weeks takes another record, Sanderson ascends, and Hyrox Berlin.

HYROX Köln LCQ Recap, HYROX Pyramid, and Records.

OCR News and Hyrox European LCQ Preview

The Foolish Bracket 2024

Hyrox Copenhagen, Spartan Gatekeeping, and College Sports

CrossFitters arrive at Hyrox Houston, New tech in Hybrid Racing, and Regional Spartan Races.

New DEKAFIT Standards, Hybrid Racers doing CrossFit, Lactate Testing, and more.

Did Hyrox get it right? Should Hyrox scale up? And fantasy results.

OCR Season Kick-off with TM AlUla and Spartan Jax. Plus Hyrox DC Major Draft

Tough Mudder AlUla preview and Draft.

Record-setting weekend for Weeks, Roncevic dominates at home course, & more sad spartan news.

HYROX Vienna Preview and Draft

Records in HYROX Manchester, New Spartan corral format, and qualifying for Spartan Championships.

Hyrox Maastricht and People Always Ask Us....

What if TMX was around, What if Spartan was never on TV, What if Hyrox didn't exist, and more.

Footwear for Hyrox and OCR in 2024

HYROX Overtakes Spartan, Deka’s Thrives Internationally, and Spartan Dominates Ultra?

The 2023 OCR Awards

Veejay Jones gets his Spartan Title, Webster Collects Another, and All-time OCR rankings.

Who had the best DEKA weekend, Crazy times at HYROX Stockholm, and Spartan 3k WC Draft.

Women's HYROX Showdown in Sweden and Drafting DEKAFIT World Champs.

Hyrox Records, Good Spartan Decisions, and the Goofiest of the Goofy.

Kent impresses, Jacoby ascends, and Rich also raced. Hyrox Chicago Recap.

Azar and Rugloski. Webster and Basilico. Plus Hyrox Chicago Draft

Previews of the most exciting race in OCR and the most prestigious.

One big Spartan heat. Is Hyrox a sustainable sport. And BK's big W.

Spartan 3k Series in the books and Deka ULTRA!?

A photo finish between two OCR greats, a new brand of hybrid games, and Hyrox Milan/Singapore

Dylan Scott Delivers at HYROX Malmö and OCRWC Draft

Hyrox Madrid and the best Super Shoes for Hybrid Racing

OCR and Controversy goes like Peanut Butter and Jelly, Ryker's biggest win, and CrossFitters smash the 800 world record.

Slowest Hyrox sleds ever, Rylan's Record Setting DEKA Weekend, & FISO OCR World Champs.

Running, beer and pizza, Hyrox Dubai, and DEKAFIT gets Wallaced.

Dylan Scott Ascends & Meg Jacoby continues to impress. DEKAFIT PA Recap

Most stacked women's DEKAFIT of all time? Richie Remmer takes on DEKAFIT PA.

CrossFit Games 2023 Recap with CrossFit Omnia

Will Crossfitters Take Over Hyrox, No Skin - No Problem, and Paddle Board Fitness

CrossFit 4.5k, Wedding Recap, Spartan PAMAM, Grit Games Preview

International DEKAFIT, Spartan PANAM, and CrossFit.

CrossFit Games Fantasy Draft w/ CrossFit Omnia

Hyrox officially announces qualification system, Deebo, and recent distance world records.

Spartan Poconos 3k Recap, BK's race, and barbed wire takes.

Spartan Palmerton Draft. Plus the best OCR finish of all time?

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