I am joined by co-hosts Brett Hornig and Leah Yingling to recap the year in mountain ultra trail running. We cover our favorite storylines, biggest changes in the sport, the rookie athletes that burst onto the scene, runners that had "comeback" type seasons, our thoughts certain candidates inside TROY and UROY voting, unsung performances and runners of the year, personal highlights, and our predictions for 2024. Timestamps:(1:44) - top storylines of 2023(11:02) - rookies of the year(18:18) - ...

2023 Year In Mountain Ultra-Trail Running | Awards, Highlights, Storylines, Predictions

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This episode is dedicated to my crew: Julia Campanelli, Sherman, Ned Melanson, Jeremiah Mullane, Joey Campanelli, Caleb Olson, Morgan Olson, and Scott Hickenlooper. Without you all, this wouldn't have been possible. I'm forever grateful. - Finn Timestamps: 02:02 - The Physical and Mental Challenges of a 200-Mile Race09:06 - The Importance of Crew Support and Nutrition23:29 - Overcoming Isolation and Low Moments in the Race33:42 - Strategic Use of Live Tracker and Pacers41:31 - Celeb...

Finn Melanson | 2024 Cocodona 250 Recap

Ansel Dickey joins the show to talk about his experience making “Walmsley”, what it was like getting to know and work with Jim, what it’s like working as a creative in the endurance sports industry, and his role as a Race Director for Vermont Overland. Sponsors:Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase.Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/) to get 20% off your next order....

Ansel Dickey | Making The Jim Walmsley Film

Brett Hornig and Jeff Colt join Singletrack to riff on the latest news in the ultra-trail running world.Timestamps:(1:42) - Canyons 100K Highlights(32:35) - Regional Trail Team Competitions (Like Boulder vs Salt Lake)(52:36) - UTMB Americas Major Moving From Canyons To Kodiak In 2025(63:49) - Merrell's Campaign To Get Trail Running In The Olympics(78:39) - Jim Walmsley Returning To UTMB In 2024?(93:31) - Spring Energy Gel ControverseySponsors:Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their...

Long Run Archives #17 | Canyons 100K Highlights, Jim Walmsley Returning To UTMB?, Spring Energy Controversy

Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Leah Yingling provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the competition at the 2024 Canyons 100K.    Timestamps:(0:00) - course strategy, weather conditions, historical performance data, competitive race context(30:22) - women's field preview, storylines, analysis, predictions(66:07) - men's field preview, storylines, analysis, predictionsSponsors:Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to g...

2024 Canyons 100K Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions

Jeff Browning joins the show to talk about his history in the sport, competitive relevance over the last two decades, and insights on his training and preparation leading into the 2024 Cocodona 250. Timestamps:(0:00) - Wasatch 100 Reflections(11:49) - Competitive Relevance of Older Ultrarunners(29:19) - Patagonia Days(36:55) - 200 Mile Racing Discussion, 2024 Cocodona 250 SpecificsSponsors:Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your p...

2023 Year In Mountain Ultra-Trail Running | Awards, Highlights, Storylines, Predictions

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