Tartan Running Shorts

In Episode 129 we're pleased to be talking about road racing in Scotland again following the successful scottishathletics 5K in Fife. Killian Jornet has a similar experience to Kyle in his 24 hour world record challenge, and there are announcements on standards for Commonwealth Games Birmingham 2022.

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In Episode 128 Tom is settling into life in Paris and running under strict lockdown. Kyle is buoyed by receiving a major award, and we start talking about our running goals in 2021.

Killian is a talking point again as he goes for a 24 hour track time, and the British Athletics Marathon Trial for Tokyo 2020 (or is it 2021 now?) is announced.

In Episode 127, we're joined by Kev Mitchell from Scottish Mountain Rescue. Kev gives some really good, clear advice to anyone planning to run in the hills or remote areas at this time of year and what to do if you get into trouble - a really good listen for experienced or novice hill runners.

We've got part 2 of Kyle's chat with Scottish and British international track hero Jake Wightman, and the fresh feedback from Kyle of the Speyside Way Ultra in his debut race director role from the event!

In Episode 126 we're joined by Scottish and British track hero Jake Wightman! Kyle catches up with Jake to hear about his background, training and that glorious night in Monaco.

It's race week and we preview the Speyside Way Ultra under it's COVID measures, and discuss recent news on drug testing in athletics this year since lockdown.

Plus usual updates and capers.

Episode 125 is dedicated to GB Mountain Runner Chris Smith who tragically lost his life in the scottish mountains.

After a short break, we are back with a jam packed episode and we have none other than Scottish Athletics legend and former World Mountain Running champion Angela Mudge to chat over her superb running career. This is one not to be missed folks!

Meanwhile, Tom is back from Paris and living the quarandream and Kyle chats about the upcoming launch of the The Moray Way Ultras Race Series which launches on the 5th November!

We give you the usual race recaps (yes a couple!) and encourage you to get your Tartan Running Shorts order in before Christmas!!

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Kyle catches up with Tom and discuss the highs and lows of mara weekend and the speedy 5,000m and 10,000m world records this week! We also bring you some local results, upcoming races and the TRS runner of the week.

Kyle also chats with Schop founder and running enthusiast Tim Roads on all things food, drink and running!

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Tom and Kyle are joined by SOAR running founder, Tim Soar to speak all about the brand, including the history, it’s future and the technicality of producing good quality kit.

We also reveal the competition winners of the SOAR race bundle giveaway and announce our TRS commentary that’s happening at this weekend’s London Marathon. We also have a TRS Runner of the week!

Episode 122 is.....light! Kyle has been on his holidays and Tom wrestles with knee-hab!

Fortunately we've got races to talk about including the brilliant Monument Mile and the Podium 10K where Scottish athetes have been putting in a strong showing. We debate the Diamond League and start to look ahead to the rest of the year.

In Episode 121 Tom is shaking off disappointment from his injury woes at the Antrim Coast Half Marathon but shares the highs of masquerading as an elite athlete for the weekend! This race is officially one of the fastest and best half marathons and gets full TRS approval as we cover some fantastic race results from Scottish athletes and some new record breaking friends!

Meanwhile Kyle is still coming back and talks about his return to training. We've got race calendar updates, the usual speculation regarding the rest of the season and some news about changes coming in the direction of TRS!

Topped with extra ramblings!

Race. Are. Back!

In Episode 120 we're previewing the Antrim Coast Half Marathon which has assembled a truly best of British field! And even better, we've got a TRS interest with Tom lining up for an exciting and rare race opportunity over the sea.

As well as races coming up, we're pleased to be back talking race results! This week we catch up on 5000m in Aberdeen, the Lairig Ghru, British Champs on the track and some Diamond League action. Long may it continue!

All laced with added ramblings! Available now.