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Jeff Garmire: https://corsa.run/live/freeoutside/

West Virgina Trail Fest: Discount Code, mustache15 

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Keywords

Leadville 100, David Roach, Western States, Golden Hour Finishers, Jeff Garmire, UTMB, trail running, ultra running, race records, FKT


Summary

In this episode of Golden Hour News, hosts Justin Andreas and Robbie discuss recent developments in the ultra-running community, including record-breaking performances at the Leadville 100. They highlight the achievements of notable runners, including a first-time female competitor who shattered a long-standing record, and David Roach's impressive comeback. The conversation also covers the upcoming UTMB race, featuring a strong lineup of female and male competitors, and concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage with the podcast.


Takeaways

A 31-year record at Leadville 100 was broken.
The first female competitor to break the record is an ER nurse.
David Roach improved his Leadville time by 14 minutes.
Roach's mental strength was key to his comeback.
Golden Hour finishers are celebrated for their achievements.
Jeff Garmire is attempting an FKT on the Appalachian Trail.
Courtney Dauwalter is a favorite for the UTMB women's race.
The men's UTMB race features strong contenders like Walmsley and Francois.
The hosts emphasize the importance of community in ultra-running.
Listeners are encouraged to engage with the podcast and share their thoughts.

 

Sound bites

"Congrats to all you."
"I still got Courtney."
"Leave us a review."


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Golden Hour News
00:49 Breaking Records: Leadville 100
02:53 David Roach's Western States Performance
05:30 Honorable Mentions and Golden Hour Finishers
08:16 Sponsorships and Upcoming Events
10:42 Jeff Garmire's FKT Attempt
12:47 UTMB Preview: Women’s Race
16:26 UTMB Preview: Men’s Race
19:06 Conclusion and Call to Action