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Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig share their initial reactions to the Hardrock 100 and Western States 100 lotteries, discussing their impact on the competitive fields in both races.

Didn't get into the Western States 100 or Hardrock 100? Come race Twisted Fork on June 14th, 2025 in Park City, UT.  Check it out here.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Instant Reactions to the Race Lotteries
• 03:03 Exploring Content Opportunities in Trail Running
• 06:03 Statistics and Insights from the Lotteries
• 09:03 Katie Schide racing Hardrock next year
• 20:56 Zach Miller racing Hardrock next year
• 24:48 The Competitive Landscape of the Hardrock 100
• 28:49 Western States 100 Lottery Overview
• 32:57 Conversational Pace Corner - Shoe Predictions
• 34:05 Final Thoughts and Future Events (Twisted Fork)
  
  

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We’ve officially stepped into the role of Race Directors! In this episode of the Singletrack Podcast, I sit down with my wife and business partner, Jules Campanelli, to share an inside look at our trail running festival, Twisted Fork.

Join us in Park City, UT, on June 14, 2025, for an unforgettable day with the Singletrack trail running community. Ready to be part of the excitement? Visit massifrunning.com to secure your spot in the 68K, 30K, or 15K—we can’t wait to see you on the trails!

Timestamps:

• (0:38) - introductions, announcement, excitement for race festival
• (6:18) - history of Twisted Fork
• (10:21) - overviews of 68K, 30K, and 15K courses
• (13:07) - trail festival differentiators
• (23:49) - competitive status of the 68K, 30K, 15K fields
• (26:33) - race festival partners
• (32:35) - how to register, how to get involved, final thoughts

Race Partners:

• Gorewear - use code TwistedFork30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com/us/en-us/) for 30% off your next order.
• Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
• Keen - unapologetically comfortable and consciously created to protect our planet (https://keenfootwear.com)
• Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://www.kodiakcakes.com/) to get 15% off your next order.
• Trails and Tarmac - get $50/mo off coaching if you sign up before March 15th (https://trailsandtarmac.com/coaching)

Additional Links:

• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, Patreon, Races

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Brett Hornig returns to the Singletrack Podcast for a crossover episode from his YouTube show (Conversational Pace) recapping our takeaways from the 2024 Running Event in Austin, TX earlier this week.
 
 Categories Covered:

• Standout brand (overall)
• Standout shoe 
• Standout tech 
• Standout conversation 
• Standout newcomer brand 
• Biggest brand surprise 
• Biggest brand turnaround 
• Bet on this (brand, trend, etc) 

  Sponsors:

• Keen - unapologetically comfortable and consciously created to protect our planet (https://keenfootwear.com)
• Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
• Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.

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• Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Coaching
• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and Patreon

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Brett Hornig returns to the Singletrack Podcast for another edition of the Long Run Archives. In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Running Event in Austin, Courtney Dauwalter’s entry into the 2025 Cocodona 250, Gorge Waterfalls 100K being selected as the US Long Trail World’s team qualifier, and insights into the trail running contract season, among other topics.

 Timestamps:

• (5:50) - Gorge Waterfalls 100K hosting worlds qualifier
• (30:35) - Courtney Dauwalter registering for the Cocodona 250
• (44:20) - UROY and Western States 100 Discussion
• (66:31) - Contract season insights and speculations
• (84:24) - Long trail fastest known times 
• (90:20) - Underrated races on the American scene
• (97:48) - Best stuff we found on the internet this week

 Sponsors:

• Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
• Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.
• Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.us/) to get 15% off your next order.
• deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.

 Additional Links:

• Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and Coaching
• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and Patreon
• Escarpment Trail Run, Three Mile Island Docuseries

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Welcome to part 2 of our two-part conversation! If you haven’t listened to the first half yet, be sure to check it out—it aired last week and features nutrition coach Vic Johnson, known as the "Mountain Sports Dietician" on social media.

You might recognize Vic’s name; he has collaborated with several prominent athletes in our sport, including Rod Farvard, to address the critical fueling strategies for ultrarunning.

In part 1, Vic offered valuable insights into the evolving role of nutrition in endurance sports, discussing the importance of high-carb fueling, gut training, and common nutritional challenges faced by endurance athletes.

In this follow-up conversation, we delve into post-run recovery, the benefits of antioxidants, and the strategic use of caffeine and bicarbonate during races. We’ll also explore how to interpret results from sweat composition and sweat rate tests, among other topics.

Sponsors:

• Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
• Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.
• Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.us/) to get 15% off your next order.
• deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.

 Additional Links:

• Follow Vic on Instagram, Website
• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and Patreon

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Welcome to part 1 of our two-part conversation featuring nutrition coach Vic Johnson, known as the "Mountain Sports Dietician" on social media. You might recognize Vic’s name; he has collaborated with several prominent athletes in our sport, including Rod Farvard, to address the critical fueling strategies for ultrarunning.

In part 1, Vic offers valuable insights into the evolving role of nutrition in endurance sports, discussing the importance of high-carb fueling, gut training, and common nutritional challenges faced by endurance athletes.

In our follow-up conversation, which will air next week, we delve into post-run recovery, the benefits of antioxidants, and the strategic use of caffeine and bicarbonate during races. We’ll also explore how to interpret results from sweat composition and sweat rate tests, among other topics.

Sponsors:

• Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
• Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.
• Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.us/) to get 15% off your next order.
• deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.

 Additional Links:

• Follow Vic on Instagram, Website
• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and Patreon

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Though he probably needs no introduction, in addition to being a stellar coach and podcaster, David Roche has been lighting it up on the 100 mile ultra scene these past few months with impressive wins at Leadville and Javelina. Honestly, these breakthroughs were just an excuse to reach out. Over two hours, we dive into a broad range of topics in the trail running world. There was no set agenda—just a fun, free-flowing chat that I think really shines through here.

Partners:

• Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
• Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.
• deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.
• Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.shop/) to get 15% off your next order.

Links:

• Follow David on Patreon, SWAP, Strava, Instagram
• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube

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Leah Yingling and Jeff Colt join Finn Melanson on this episode of the Singletrack Podcast to recap the 2024 Javelina Jundred. They discuss the race livestream, share their experiences pacing frontrunners Riley Brady and Jeff Mogavero, and reflect on the event's significance within the broader ultra community. They also delve into the excitement of the golden ticket chase and explore the various internal and external factors that fueled top performances in the race.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Weekend Recap and Personal Updates
• 06:15 Pacing Dynamics and Strategies
• 11:35 Last Lap Experiences
• 18:09 Golden Ticket Implications and Future Prospects
• 41:14 Crew Dynamics and Race Preparation
• 47:07 The Role of Community in Athletic Success
• 52:57 The Evolution of Trail Running Talent
• 58:25 Golden Ticket Experiences
• 01:04:20 Future Contenders for Western States
• 01:10:09 Reflections on the Ultra Running Community
  
  

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• Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
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• Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.shop/) to get 15% off your next order.

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• Follow Jeff on Instagram, Strava
• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube

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Max Jolliffe joins the show to talk about his thrilling come-from-behind win at last week's Moab 240, his journey to sobriety, and the dedication and intensity that has contributed to his rapid ascension in the ultrarunning world.

Timestamps:

• 06:56 Preparing for Moab 240
• 10:05 Overcoming Adversity in TDS
• 14:02 The Influence of Jesse Haynes
• 16:53 The Beauty of the Moab Course
• 19:57 The Hail Mary Moment at Mile 200
• 33:37 The Role of Pacers in Ultra Running
• 36:20 The Competitive Dynamics of the Race
• 38:04 Navigating Extreme Conditions
• 42:12 Crossing the Finish Line: Emotions and Reflections
• 44:44 Future Aspirations in Ultra Running
• 47:19 Personal Growth and Transformation
• 56:24 Harnessing Addictive Personalities for Success
• 01:03:18 Journey to Sobriety 
• 01:08:15 The Shift from Skating to Running
• 01:13:32 Cultural Crossovers: Surfing, Skating, and Running
• 01:18:48 Building a Career in Apparel Design
  
  

Partners:

• Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
• Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.
• deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.
• Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.shop/) to get 15% off your next order.

Links:

• Follow Max on Instagram, YouTube, Strava
• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube

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Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Leah Yingling provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the competition at this year’s Javelina Jundred.

Timestamps:

• (0:00) - course strategy, weather conditions, historical performance data, competitive race context
• (15:40) - women's field preview, storylines, analysis, predictions
• (49:09) - men's field preview, storylines, analysis, predictions

Partners:

• Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.
• Rabbit - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 10% off your next order.
• deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order.
• Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website (https://pillarperformance.shop/) to get 15% off your next order.

Links:

• Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, Twitter
• Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube
• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube

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