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The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesSlowgoat, er I mean, SPEEDGoat 50k Race Recap 2024Speedgoat 50k 2024 race recap! My grueling and humbling experience with the course, my training block leading up to the race, nutrition plan, stats during the race, and some Air BnB surprises.2024-07-231h 10
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesWhat it’s like pacing Hayden Hawks at Western States 100I had the opportunity to pace Hayden Hawks at the 2024 Western States 100. Hayden finished 3rd, only 16 seconds behind 2nd place in a sprint finish.
I also got the chance to help run with a camera up the escarpment for the livestream. In this episode I discuss my first experience at this iconic race.
Episode cover art: @squirrels_nut_butter
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The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesMeet your Livestream Director for Western States - Zac MarionBack in March it was announced that Mountain Outpost would produce the livestream for the Western States 100!
On this episode we talk with Zac Marion - the Director of Livestream Production at Mountain Outpost about his background and all things Western States Livestream!
Episode Cover Photo: Mark B. Griffith
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The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesWhat's your beard worth? - Tayson Whittaker - Founder and CEO of Outdoor VitalsTayson Whittaker is the Founder and CEO of Outdoor Vitals - an ultralight backpacking gear company based in Cedar City, Utah. Tayson is also a dad of two, has an impressive beard, and just completed his first 100 mile trail race - the Bryce Canyon 100.
Is this episode we talk about how Tayson started a company before even graduating from college, how he loves being a father, and how trail running became a passion for him amidst his other outdoor hobbies. Of course we do a full race recap of his Bryce Canyon 100 and discuss what makes the o...2024-05-301h 35
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesBryce Canyon 50M Race RecapJust 6 weeks after my 6th child was born I ran and won the Bryce Canyon 50 miler in course record time. My wife Danielle and I talk about how it went! Enjoy!
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2024-05-211h 05
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesShredding the Gate Change Gnar with the new Director of Partnerships at Aravaipa - Rachel NorfleetRachael Norfleet is the newly minted Director of Partnerships at Aravaipa - the trail and ultra events company. Rachel is an accomplished trail runner herself and lives with her husband Mitch and son Callum in Bozeman, Montana.
In this episode of The Headlamp Hour we talk about Rachel’s new position at Aravaipa and how she got there after several years in medical sales. We discuss her approach to balance in family, work, and running,
We also talk about her recent strava segment crown attempt in Terminal B of the Denver Airport - including speculations on how many people on th...2024-04-011h 06
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesHow to deal with death threats on LinkedIn and OBSESS over the process - Chris ClaflinHow do you deal with death threats you receive through your LinkedIn post you meant to be inspirational and informative? How do you obsess over the process of becoming a better trail runner and detach yourself from the outcome?
Chris Claflin is a trail runner based in Bentonville, Arkansas, and a financial coach whose LinkedIn posts are informative, educational, but apparently also controversial to some
On this episode of the Headlamp Hour we dive into what the trail running scene is like in Chris’ hometown - a city known for being the World Headquarters of Walmart, but which has also bee...2024-03-251h 07
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesThis is Totally Runnable! ft. Hayden HawksIs this runnable? What does runnable mean? What is Fell Running? Sky Running? What's a VK? PTRA? UTMB? ITRA? FKT?
On this episode of the Headlamp Hour with my cohost Hayden Hawks we talk about, well, all things Trail Running! Especially for those just getting into trail running, we define all the trail running acronyms and terminology, talk about some of the biggest races, names, and gear in the trail running world, especially how that might differ from road running.
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The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesPlaying with Fire - I DARED and I TRIED - Eszter CsillagHey Headlampers! Welcome to the Headlamp Hour! On this episode of the Headlamp Hour we talk with Eszter Csillag - a trail runner born in Hungary but currently based in Hong Kong.
Eszter is a mother of two and just last week defended her dissertation for her PhD in Art History! On this episode we talk about how Eszter was raised in an active, sports family of 6 children in Budapest, Hungary, how she met her husband and now how she lives and trains in Hong Kong.
We talk about her involvement in the Pro Trail Run...2024-03-111h 23
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesSudden Death December - Patrick Oborn and Mike GreerOn this episode of the Headlamp Hour we talk with Patrick Oborn and Mike Greer who just competed in Sudden Death December.
What is Sudden Death December you ask? It is an individual, backyard ultra of sorts, last-one standing style. It actually starts with “No Rest November” where you run at least 10k per day everyday in November, then starting December 1st you run 11k. On December 2nd you run 12k, and you add 1k per day, everyday until you can’t go any longer.
Listen to my conversation with Patrick Oborn and Mike Greer to find out their experience with t...2024-03-051h 36
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesKC Stayner - Utah to Texas Trail Running, Homeschooling, Homesteading, and Motivation to Keep GoingKC Stayner is a trail runner based in Canyon Lake, Texas, near San Antonio. KC is a father of 5, the Director of Sales for Tyler Technologies, and my cousin-in-law!
KC has an extensive trail running background, including finishes at the Wasatch 100, Bandera 100k, and most recently at the Rocky Racoon 100 miler.
KC and his wife Hannah homeschool their children on their ranch/homestead in Texas. In this episode of The Headlamp Hour we talk about the balance between being disciplined and consistent in running but also being present as a father and a husband. We also discuss how sharing our g...2024-02-261h 03
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesLauren Puretz is going to Western States!Lauren Puretz is a trail runner based in Colorado Springs, CO. On this episode of the Headlamp Hour we talk about how she earned a GOLDEN TICKET to the 2024 Western States Endurance Run by getting 3rd at the Black Canyon 100k just a couple weeks ago. Lauren is also a gynecologist, wife, and mother of two! I hope you enjoy the conversation.
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Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 009: Black Canyon Exceeded the Hype, UR Performances of the Year, & Laz in UR Hall of Fame!Fun episode this week, we rehash all the excitement from the stacked field at Black Canyon 100K on Saturday. In some sad news, the marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum and his coach died in a car crash. In some better news, Laz got inducted into the ultrarunning hall of fame! We also go over UltraRunning Magazine's top 5 performances of 2023 along with the top 5 age group performances of 2023.
Video from Black Canyon Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gQwflCmbAs
7:32:33 see the river crossing where at the far end 1st place Rachel Drake just...2024-02-141h 12
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesMy Black Canyon 100k Race RecapOn this episode I give a full race recap of my experience at the 2024 Black Canyon 100k. This was my debut 100k and it did not disappoint! To help me retell the story I’m joined by my wife Danielle as cohost. I know that you’ll enjoy the recap!
Photo Credit: Mike McMonagle @shitinthewoods
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The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesTyler Green and Rachel Drake - “I think we need a COUGAR in this house”On this episode of the Headlamp Hour we talk with Tyler Green and Rachel Drake - the trail running couple sponsored by Nike and based in Portland Oregon.
In addition to trail running, Tyler is a high school cross country coach and Rachel just finished up medical school, but most importantly they are parents to their 16 month old boy Lewis!
On this episode we talk about Tyler and Rachel’s recent trip and races in Hong Kong, Tyler’s conservative and consistent but sometimes aggressive racing style, what their typical day looks like as parents, a co...2024-02-051h 18
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesDan Jones - Sheffield Meat Pies, Lessons from the UTMB Pain Cave, and Being a Sponsored Kiwi athleteOriginally from Whakatane New Zealand, Dan Jones now lives and spends most of his time in Wellington, NZ with his fiancee Michelle
Because of our mutual friendship, for this episode I brought on a special co-host, Hayden Hawks!
In this conversation we talk about Dan’s amazing breakout 2023 season, including 1st at Tarawera 100k on home soil, a 5th place finish at Western States, and an impressive 12th place finish at UTMB just weeks later.
We also go into Dan’s background with multisport, including a win at the prestigious Coast-to-Coast on a fathe...2024-01-291h 20
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesKim and Justin Haslam - Parents, Nurses, Trail Runners, and FriendsKim and Justin Haslam are a trail running couple from Ogden Utah. Both nurses, they balance their time between work, running, and being parents to their three children. In this conversation we talk about all of that and more - including life lessons learned from 100 miler finishes and DNFs, Justin’s appendicitis, Kim’s Vietnamese heritage, and helping their kids find and pursue their passions.
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The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesNicole and Patrick Monette - Adventures in Parenting, Faith, and Trail RunningNicole and Patrick Monette are a dynamic couple hailing from Michigan, who juggle their roles as trail runners and devoted parents to three children. Nicole, a full-time Physical Therapist, boasts a remarkable past as a professional trail runner for Hoka. Meanwhile, Patrick, a dedicated stay-at-home Dad, talks about his growing passion for trail running. Together, they share insights into their unique journey — from the serendipitous meeting that brought them together to their deep dive into the exhilarating world of trail running. Beyond their athletic pursuits, Nicole and Patrick open up about the profound influence of their Christian faith, a co...2024-01-151h 12
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesChris Morrison - What makes us laugh? + Stroller Miles and World Class PacingOn this episode of the Headlamp Hour we talk with Chris Morrison, a father, husband, trail runner, and content creator. We talk about how he grew up in Alaska, met his wife Ashley there and how later they made the drastic move to Phoenix. We discuss how he got into trail running as well as how he grew his Instagram following by posting authentic, funny, and relatable running content. We discuss the AMAZING story of how he got a nomination for Ultrasignup’s Best Pacer of 2023, and finally we talk about being a stay-at-home dad, and how he logs TO...2024-01-081h 12
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesKylie Aldaz and Matt Halverson - Keep GoingOn this episode of the Headlamp Hour we talk with Kylie Aldaz and Matt Halverson - the incredible trail running couple based in Tuscon, Arizona. We discuss their backgrounds, including Matt’s Iowa farming upbringing and his continued role in selling tractors for John Deere. We talk about Kylie’s job as a recruiter at the University of Arizona, and her successful coaching business - Desert to Peak coaching. Kylie also opens up and tells the story of her difficult journey from drug addiction, losing her Mom, and eventually finding trail running.
Of course we also talk about some of their...2024-01-011h 22
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesSummer and Christian Allen - All-Americans Live HereOn this episode of the Headlamp Hour we talk with Summer and Christian Allen - The amazing all-american duo and parents of two, soon to be three! We discuss how they met at Weber State University, how they continued to compete and become All-Americans while raising their first child. We ask Summer what it’s like to go from running in the Olympic trials to being a mom and running during and after pregnancy and how she and Christian balance life as parents and competitive athletes. We talk about how Christian and Summer both competed in the Snowbird and Al...2023-12-261h 06
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesAnthony Costales - Get this guy a sponsor! Oh wait, he got one!In this episode we talk with Anthony Costales - a professional trail runner from Salt Lake City Utah. Anthony is a husband, father, and Junior High School PE Teacher. In this episode we talk about his 2023 season, including his first place and course record performance at the Black Canyon 100k and his podium finish at Western States. We also talk about how he and his wife Katie balance their time with work, running, and enjoying time with their 3 year old daughter. We discuss the ups and downs of sponsorships and his recent signing with the Nike Trail Team. We a...2023-12-181h 09
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesCaleb Olson - Ultra Trail Cape Town 100k, WSER Golden Tickets, and the Work/Run BalanceCaleb Olson is a trail runner from Draper, Utah who balances life as a Software Developer, husband, and an elite trail runner. In this episode we discuss his background, being from the Pacific Northwest, how he met his wife and moved to Utah. We also discuss his recent 2nd place finish at Ultra Trail Cape Town 100k in South Africa and his preparation for Western States next summer after getting a Golden Ticket at the Grindstone 100k last fall.
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The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesDamon Chavez - Podium at Tahoe 200, Hallucinations, and Javelina 100Damon Chavez is a trail runner from Cedar City, UT. At just 26 years old he already has an impressive trail running resume. This year he competed in the Tahoe 200, securing a 3rd place finish there. He also ran the very competitive Javelina 100 and got 11th. He balances his love of running with his full time job and is one of the silent crushers of the trail running world.
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The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesHayden Hawks - Western States, Knee Surgery, and UTMB buzzIn this, the first episode of the Headlamp Hour podcast we talk with none other than the amazing Hayden Hawks, my former college teammate, current training partner, and good friend. We delve into his whirlwind of a year – from his difficult but formative DNF at Western States last June, to his knee surgery and recovery, to his move to Boulder, CO, and why he decided to move back to Cedar City, UT. We also dive into Hayden's insights on some recent headlines, including his thoughts on the latest buzz around UTMB. It's an episode packed with resilience, recovery, and th...2023-12-031h 15
The Headlamp Hour with Nate JewkesWelcome to The Headlamp Hour! - Episode 1This is the very first episode of a new podcast called The Headlamp Hour. In this episode, I, your host, introduce myself and talk about what you can expect from future episodes. Welcome!
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Miller vs. Hawks - Run Steep Get High - TNF 502023-12-0119 min