Description

In this episode, the hosts welcome guests from Death March Running Company. They discuss the genesis of Death March and the challenges faced by Pearl Izumi. The success of Death March and its impact on the ultra running community is also highlighted. The unique artwork of Death March is explored, and the individual ultra running stories of Alan and Taylor are shared. Embarrassing moments on the trail and the lessons learned from ultra running are discussed. In this conversation, the hosts discuss their personal experiences in ultra running and the founding of Death March Running Co. They share stories of their first ultra races and how they got hooked on the sport. They also talk about the future plans for Death March, including expanding their product line and organizing their own race. The conversation concludes with a discussion of the hosts' upcoming races and adventures.
 
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Takeaways

• Death March Running Company was born out of a desire to celebrate the challenges and rewards of ultra running in a fun and irreverent way.
• The demise of Pearl Izumi as a trail running shoe brand was due to the company's decision to focus on its core cycling market.
• The success of Death March has exceeded expectations, with a strong following and positive reception from the ultra running community.
• The unique artwork of Death March sets it apart from other ultra running clothing lines.
• Alan and Taylor share their individual ultra running stories, highlighting the challenges and triumphs they have experienced.
• Embarrassing moments on the trail are a common occurrence in ultra running, but they often lead to valuable lessons and memorable experiences. Personal experiences in ultra running can be transformative and lead to a deep passion for the sport.
• Death March Running Co. started as a way to create unique and fun apparel for ultra runners.
• The company plans to expand its product line and organize its own race in the future.
• The hosts are excited about their upcoming races and adventures in the ultra running world.

Chapters
00:00Introduction and Welcome
01:03The Genesis of Death March
03:00The Rise and Fall of Pearl Izumi
05:02The Birth of Death March
08:13The Success of Death March
09:14Supporting the Ultra Running Community
11:30The Artwork of Death March
15:31Alan's Ultra Running Story
19:16Embarrassing Moments on the Trail
25:31Taylor's Ultra Running Story
30:57Learning the Hard Lessons
35:00Introduction and Personal Experiences in Ultra Running
55:52Future Plans for Death March Running Co.
01:01:44Where to Find Death March Running Co.
01:03:09Upcoming Races and Adventures