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Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 073: Western States Picks w/ Cole Crosby & Broken Arrow Snow Day!-Race Results:
*Broken Arrow
*Bighorn 100
*Last Annual Heart of the South
*Catamount Ultra 50k
*New River Gorge Trail Fest 50k
*Summer Spine Race
*Mid State Mile
*Dead Cow Gully Backyard (World Record)
-FKTs:
*Female Unsupported Double S.C.A.R. - Jacqueline Howard
*Update Liz Derstine PCT self-supported FKT attempt
*Nick Fowler PCT FKT attempt aborted
*Update John Kelly AT FKT attempt
-News:
*Senate pulled land sale out of b...2025-06-261h 34Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 072: Old Dominion, SD 100, Kettle, Comrades, Laurel Highlands, and More!-Race Results:
*Old Dominion 100
*San Diego 100
*McKenzie River Trail Run 50k
*Comrades 89k
*Scout Mountain 100
*Huron 100
*Kettle Moraine 100
*Laurel Highlands 70.5
*Tahoe 200
-FKTs:
*Michigan Shore to Shore Trail
*Liz Derstine PCT attempt underway
*Nick Fowler PCT attempt underway
*Update on John Kelly AT attempt
-News:
*Ben Gibbard is running Western States!
*Jia-Sheng Shen pulls out of Western States
*Ethan Newberry “Ginger Runner” wins an Emmy...2025-06-181h 30Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 071: Mohican, Worlds End, 48 Hr Records, and Kilian’s Pacer Search-Race Results:
*Mohican 100
*Worlds End 100k
*Smith Rock Classic
*Run Comfy Numb
*Yankee Springs
*Stevi’s Roost
-FKTs:
*Georgia Loop – New DRT Route
*Update on John Kelly AT attempt
*Donate to John Kelly’s Hurricane Helene relief fund: https://linktr.ee/randomforestrunner
-News:
*Huron 100 needs volunteers this weekend (good cause)
*Cole Crosby makes U.S. 24 hour National Team
*Women’s and Men’s 48 hour records
*Kilian Jornet is looking for a pace...2025-06-051h 09Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 070: Western States Entrants Updates and a Black Canyon DQ-Race Results:
*Zegama
*Transylvania 100k
*Stumptown Trail Runs 50k
*Sugar Badger 50/50
*Granite Peaks 80k
-FKTs:
*Olympic Discovery Trail
*In progress…John Kelly AT attempt
-News:
*Western States entrants shakeup
*Black Canyon rules violations
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
*How to pick a race
-Socials:
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Ultra Running Magazine PodcastWhat's the Issue w/ Amy Clark (Apr/May 2025)Host Scotty Sandow sits down with editor in chief Amy Clark to dive into the latest issue of UltraRunning Magazine including the spring shoe review, a feature on the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning and lots of great training advice for upcoming race season. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thank you to our episode sponsor Drymax2025-05-2226 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 069: Cruel Jewel, Massanutten, and an Ozark FKT-Race Results:
*Cruel Jewel
*Keys 100
*Bishop High Sierra
*Born to Run UItras
*Massanutten
*Ultra Trail Snowdonia
*High Lea 100
-FKTs:
*Ohio to Erie Trail – Gary Sines
*Ozark Trail – Tim Beissinger
-News:
*Hayden Hawks withdraws from Western States
*A lighthouse marathon
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
*What to do when shit goes sideways
-Socials:
Strava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/1246887
Instagram: https://www.i...2025-05-2255 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 068: Cocodona, Miwok, R2R2R FKT, and Some World Records-Race Results:
*Cocodona 250
*Sedona Cayons 125
*Miwok 100k
*Quad Rock 50
*Tiger Claw 50k
*Tillamook Burn 50
-FKTs:
*AZ Trail – Sadie Curry
*Grand Canyon R2R2R – Allison Baca
-News:
*Megan Eckart and Ivan Zaborsky Set 6 day records
*New Backyard Ultra record
*Man airlifted from Mt. Fuji went back for his phone
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
*How to deal with the rain
-Socials:
Strava Club: https...2025-05-131h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 067: Canyons, Mt. Fuji, Madeira Island and Des Linden Coming to Trail Racing-Race Results:
*Canyons 100, 100k, 50k
*Madeira Island Ultra Trail 115k
*Mt. Fuji 100
*Skunk Ape 100
*Lake Waramaug Ultras 100k
*Zane Grey 50
*Thumb Coast Ultra 50
*Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour
-FKTs:
*Telescope Peak (Death Valley)
-News:
*The Chase is now available on YouTube
*Golden ticket winners
*Des Linden coming to the trails
*Cocodona Preview
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
*How to deal with the heat
-Socials:
2025-05-011h 09
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastReader's Questions Answered with Dr. Nick TillerDr. Nick Tiller brings his UltraRunning Magazine column, "Ask the Physiologist" to the podcast with host Scotty Sandow. Answering questions from our readers, Dr. Tiller gets to the heart of ultrarunning by offering up advice about training during an illness, what works and what doesn't when it comes to boosting your running routine, heart health, sodium intake, NSAIDs and much more. Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine to read more from Dr. Tiller Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax2025-05-011h 03Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 066: Guest Cole Crosby, Knobstone, Run With Goats, and Canyons 100k Preview-Race Results:
*Knobstone 50
*Rattler Trail Race 50k
*Loop the Hooch 50k
*Run with the Goats 50k
-FKTs:
*None this week
-News:
*Outside article on sleep deprivation
*LazCon Update
*Canyons 100k Picks
-Socials:
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Threads: https://www.threads.n...2025-04-241h 43Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 065: FPR 50k, Gorge Waterfalls, Lake Sonoma, and Bog of Doom-Race Results:
*Forget the PR 50k
*Gorge Waterfalls
*Lake Sonoma 50
*Mad City Ultras
*Leona Divide
*Peterson Ridge Rumble 40
*AZ Monster 300
-FKTs:
*Te Araroa
*Appalachian Trail CT section
-News:
*Katie Schide signs with On
*LazCon update
*Bog of Doom
*Jack Scott running Cocodona
*March stats from UR Mag
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
*Running at higher altitude
-Socials:
Strava Club...2025-04-171h 20Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 064: Umstead, AR50, Joshua Tree FKT, and Most 100 Finishes-Race Results:
*Umstead 100
*American River 50
*Bull Run Run 50
*The Country Mile 48 hour
*Diablo Trails Challenge 50k
*Bootlegger 100
*RUFA Moab
-FKTs:
*Joshua Tree Traverse
*Alt R2R2R Grand Canyon
*Te Araroa
-News:
*AZ Monster 300 underway
*Premier of “The Chase”
*LazCon continues
*New 100k by Wonderland Running announced
*UR Mag article about most 100 finishes
*Forget the PR50k is this weekend
-Tips, Tric...2025-04-091h 20Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 063: Extreme Races, Tonto Trail FKT, and Running Life Balance-Race Results:
*Ohio Backyard Ultra
*Iditarod 1,000 (Bike, Foot, Ski)
*The Speed Project
*Rattlesnake Dick 50k
*Terrible Horrible No Good Bad Day 50k
*Oak Mountain 50k
-FKTs:
* Tonto Trail (Grand Canyon) – Brittany Haver, unsupported female
-News:
*Follow Up to Ultrasignup’s Podcast Network
*Zander Chase’s iRunFar article “Are Trail Runners Getting Faster?”
*John Kelly on Run SingleTrack Pod talking about Barkley and a big upcoming FKT attempt
-Tips, Tricks...2025-04-031h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 062: Laz’s Revenge, Chianti, Big Alta, and Crown King-Race Results:
*Barkley Marathons
*Chianti 120k
*Crown King Scramble 50k
*Big Alta 50k
*Pistol 50k
*Badwater Cape Fear 51.4 miler
-FKTs:
*Cove to Grove
-News:
*Ultrasignup launches a podcast
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
*Mental side of taper, night before a race, and during a race
-Socials:
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-Race Results:
*Chuckanut 50k
*Nine Trails 35 miler
*Get Lucky 50/50
*Rabid Raccoon 100 and 100k
*Buzzard Day Trail Race 50k
*The Cove 50k
-FKTs:
*Central Park Loops – Male Supported – Hamish Magoffin
-News:
*Barkley updates
*Beer mile world championships location and date announce...2025-03-201h 07Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 060: Costume Chic in the House, Walmsley’s Back, and Southern FKTs-Race Results:
*Marin Ultra Challenge (MUC) 50 Mile / 50K
*No Man’s 50K
*Mesquite Canyon 50 Mile / 50K
*Land Between the Lakes 50 Mile / 60K
*Prickly Pear 50K
*Griffith Park Trail 50K (Spring Edition)
-FKTs:
*Deanna Doane – Female (and Overall) - Supported - FL Trail
*Josue Rodriguez – Male – Unsupported – Pinhoti Trail
-News:
*Big Names on the entrants list for Chianti 120K
*Last year for an iconic 100 miler - P2P
*Hans Troyer’s pre-race fumble at WTC 50K
...2025-03-121h 29Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 059: Transgrancanaria, Way to Cool, and Navigation-Race Results:
*Transgrancanaria
*Moab’s Red Hot Ultra
*Orcas Island 100 Mile
*Hagg Lake 50K
*Montara Mountain 50K
*Sean O’Brien 100K & 50 mile
*Lake Ouachita Trail Vista Trail 100
*Mt. Cheaha 50K
*Salmon Falls 50K
*Way to Cool 50K
*Mississippi Trail 100, 50, & 50K
*Monument Valley 50K
*Naked Bavarian 40
-FKTs:
*Julie Brock, Hume & Hovell Walking Track in Australia
*FKT Premier Routes
-News:
*Costume chick...2025-03-061h 26Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 058: Tarawera, Jackpot Drama, and Karel Sabbe FKT Legend!-Race Results:
*Tarawera Ultras
*Jackpot Ultras
*Skunk Ape’s Revenge 60K
*Rocks and Roots (#2) 50K
*Lake of the Woods 50K
*Cabin Fever 50K
*FOURmidable 50K
-FKTs:
*Karel Sabbe, Men’s Supported, Te Araroa (New Zealand)
*Joseph Roldan, Men’s Unsupported, Point Reyes Loop (CA)
-News:
*Costume chick completes 299th ultra at Farmdaze 24 Hour
*Hagg Lake Mud Runs postponed
*Mathieu Blanchard first to finish 600K Yukon Ultra on foot...2025-02-191h 05
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastTraining Tips w/ Coach Cliff PittmanScotty sits down with one of UltraRunning Magazine's newest columnists, Cliff Pittman. Cliff is a coach and competitive ultrarunner, and recaps his recent FKT attempt in his home state of Arkansas. He also discusses how to implement simplicity and specificity into training for your next ultra. Find more in the Dec/Jan 2025 and Feb/Mar 2025 issues of UltraRunning Magazine. Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax2025-02-131h 13Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 057: Black Canyon Course Records Fall and 3Ts Trekking Poles-Race Results:
*Black Canyon
*Rocky 50
*Algonquin 50K
*Coyote Wall Trail Races
*Millstone 50K
*Running Up For Air
-FKTs:
*Sara Wegner – Female Unsupported: Pier to Pier (San Diego)
*Toton Bertsch – Male Unsupported: Adena Trace (Indiana)
*Update on Karel Sabbe’s FKT attempt in NZ
-News:
*Kaden Coleman youngest person to complete Rocky Mountain Slam
*Stine Rex 48 hour treadmill record
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
*Trekking Poles
Socials
Stra...2025-02-131h 25Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 056: Episode 056: Rocky Raccoon, Uwharrie, and Free Burritos for Jam Jam-Race Results:
*Rocky Raccoon
*Uwharrie Mountain Run
*Lake Sonoma 100 “Sufferfest”
*Arrowhead 135
*Elephant Mountain
*Jed Smith
-FKTs:
*Update on Karel Sabbe’s FKT attempt in NZ
-News:
*48 hour women’s treadmill record
*Results from Strava’s Chipotle Segment Challenge
*Black Canyon Preview
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
*Nutrition
Socials
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Ultra Running Magazine PodcastUltra Shorts: What's the Issue w/ Amy ClarkHost Scotty Sandow sits down with editor in chief Amy Clark to talk about the latest issue of UltraRunning Magazine that features UltraRunners of the Year (UROY), ultrarunning stats from 2024 and so much more. Watch this episode on YouTube. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine. Thank you to our episode sponsor Drymax. Photo: Jacob Zocherman2025-01-3117 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 055: Mountain Mist, Wainwrights FKT, and Strava’s Chipotle Segment Challenge is Red Hot! -Race Results:
*Fort Ord 50 mile and 50K
*Mountain Mist 50K
*Arches Ultra
*La Cuesta Ranch Trail Run
*H9 Fierce Dragon
*Arc of Attrition
-FKTs:
*Carol Morgan, Overall and Women’s Supported FKT on the Wainwrights 214 Winter Round
-News:
*Karel Sabbe is currently doing an FKT attempt on the Te-Araroa Trail in New Zealand
*New 200 miler this year at the Mammoth Trail Fest
*Marathon in Russia with temps as low as -58 degrees F
*Deo...2025-01-301h 34Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 054: HURT, Coldwater Rumble, TRs of the Year, and the Strava Chipotle Segment Challenges-Race Results:
HURT 100, Coldwater Rumble, Long Haul 100, Tsali Ultra 50K, Dark Anchor, and Swamp Stomper
-FKTs:
**Shaun Burke, male self-supported, Death Valley Rim-to-Rim-to Rim
**Matthew Matta, male unsupported, Oahu Circumnavigation
-News:
**U.S. half marathon rcord but controversial finish
**UR Mag’s top 3 ultrarunners of the world in 2024
**FreeTrail top 10 trail runners of the year
**The Chipotle Strava segment challenge
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
Carrying Water
Social...2025-01-231h 31Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 053: Bandera, Awards Season and Blister Control-Race Results:
Bandera, Winter Spine Race, Avalon Benefit, No Hands 50K, Frozen Gnome 50K, Lost in Miami 18 hour, and The Guv’nor Frozen 50
-FKT:
Yoseph Levin, Male Unsupported: Five Sisters Loop (NY)
-News:
UR Mag Top 10 Ultrarunners of the Year
Zach Bitter leaves Altra
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts):
Blister Prevention and Control
Socials
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-Race Results: Woodside Ramble (Winter), Charleston 100, Yankee Springs (Winter), and Across the Years
-FKTs: Allison Powell = Uwharrie Trail Unsupported Female, Additional recent FKTs on familiar routes, 2024 FKTs of the Year
-News: Keep Trail Running Weird Award Winners, Guiness World Record for Marathons, Record for amount of 100s in a year, Josh Sisson’s article, John Kelly getting ready for Winter Spine Race
-Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts): When is the right time to step up to a ne...2025-01-091h 09
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastUltra Shorts: What's the Issue w/ Amy ClarkIt's the last month of 2024, which means we're ending season five of the UltraRunning Magazine Podcast with a festive dive into the old school-themed December/January issue. Host Scotty Sandow talks with editor in chief Amy Clark about the holiday gift guide, the Grand Slam of Ultras, upcoming UltraRunner of the Year voting and all of the great old school content from UltraRunning Magazine's amazing columnists. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax Watch this podcast on YouTube2024-12-2023 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 050: UNN Anniversary, Hellgate, and Finalists for Weird Trail Runner AwardsIt’s UNN’s one year anniversary party! We can’t believe that a whole year has passed since we started this thing. It’s been a lot of fun. After reflecting on the year we dive into race results from Hellgate, Desert Solstice, Mel Williams Memorial Seashore 50K, and the Hunter S. Thompson Fear & Loathing 50 mile / 50K. We talk about the success they had at the fund raiser for Hurricane Helene relief at the Old Fort Strong Endurance Festival. Trail runner Tina Lewis was arrested in India for carrying a GPS device. We deep dive into AJWs year in ultrarunnin...2024-12-191h 24Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 049: Lottery Results, McDowell Mountain, Brazos Bend, and Festivus 50Tune in to hear our recap of the Western States and Hardrock lotteries along with notable runners who will be on the starting lines in 2025. We go over race results from McDowell Mountain Frenzy, Brazos Bend, Hitchcock Experience, The TN Mile, Ray Miller 50/50, and the Festivus 50 Miler. We talk about the female owned race company in Charleston, SC called Palmetto Ultras. A few notable FKTs were set recently including the women’s FKT on the mt. Tam Hill Climb and also the unsupported men’s FKT on the Mason-Dixon Trail (DE, MD, PA). Tara Dower signs what may be a recor...2024-12-121h 24Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 048: Live Tonight and Sold Out! Lottery Stats w Chas, JKF Records Fall, and Quad DipseaCheck out our first live episode with returning guest Chas Adams! It was fun to interact with our UNN fam while recording the show. We start off with Johnny’s shoe review of the Flux road shoes. Then we talk about the women’s and men’s records falling at JFK 50 miler, a race that’s steep with tradition. We go over results from Dinosaur Valley Endurance Runs, Ultra Trail Cape Town 100K, Fat Ox USATF 24 Hour National Championships, a UTMB race at Snowy Mountains National Park in Australia, and the Quad Dipsea. Camille Herron broke her own 24 hour American trac...2024-12-051h 23Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 047: Guest Josh Sisson, AZ Trail FKT, and UR Hall of FameTune in to hear the inspiring story of Josh Sisson! Josh is a blind runner who has started running ultras this year and just completed his first 50 miler at Tunnel Hill. We also talk about Georgia Porter's impressive FKT on the AZ Trail. Then we dive into race results from Mt. Tam 50K, Looking Glass 100K, Dead Horse Ultra, and the Wild Hare Race. We also discuss Christof Teuscher's incredible FKT of 6 Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rims. Then we close the show out with Connie Gardner's well deserved induction into the Ultrarunning Hall of Fame.
...2024-11-211h 22Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 046: Guest Cole Crosby, Tunnel Hill, World Records, and AZ Trail FKTExciting episode today, tune in to hear some great conversations! Our only listener in Rhode Island, Cole Crosby, also happens to be a really cool guy and a super fast runner. We have him on the show to talk about what he's been up to in the world of ultrarunning and what his future plans are. We go over race results from Pinhoti 100 which we somehow missed talking about on the last episode. Then we discuss the incredible thing that happened at Tunnel Hill this year, Courtney Olsen set a women's 50 mile world record!!! We go over the results...2024-11-141h 23Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 045: Rio Del Lago, Mountain Masochist, and Erotic Strava ArtJoin us to hear about the funny shape that a Welsh runner drew on foot for his Strava map, over 75 tough miles, to raise awareness about men’s health! We have some follow up to the last episode about a record that was set at Bigs Backyard. We dive into the history of the oldest ultra in the U.S…the JFK 50. We have race results from Rio Del Lago, Mountain Masochist, 50K.U.M., and Conquer the Castle Trail Race. We discuss Mike McKnight’s attempt at the AZ Trail FKT which fell short. We also discuss a new FKT tha...2024-11-071h 14Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 044: Belgium Backyard Champs, Javelina Jundred, No Business, and an FKT CutterTune in to hear about the conclusion of the Backyard World Championships! We also discuss the big party...errr...race at Javelina Jundred where David Roche put on a clinic. We dive into results from No Business 100, Tussey Mountainback 50, Truth or Consequences 50K, and Weekend at Burney 24 and 12 hour race. We let everyone know they can nominate people for the FKT of the year (link below). An ultrarunner thought he set the FKT on the Grand Teton route and it was his life goal for the last 4 years but there is a huge issue with his attempt. We pay...2024-10-311h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 043: Episode 043: Bigs Backyard World Championships, Pony Express and More FKTsTonight we start off with some good news that Johnny is back in action! After many obstacles in the last year and a half he is finally cleared to start building some endurance. Then we follow up and expand on some stuff that we talked about on the last episode. After that we dive into the results from Moab. Then we deep dive into the Bigs Backyard Ultra World Championships which is up to over 60 countries now! Belgium is in currently in first overall and the only country with runners still going and three of them tied the record of 10...2024-10-241h 14Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 042: Canal Corridor, Indiana Trail, Oil Creek, and Nedd Finishes 1000!Tonight we kick it off by talking about Canal Corridor 100 and our friend Stephanie Campbell’s second place finish! Then we discuss the history of Indiana Trail 100 along with what a great community surrounds the race and go over the results from this year’s event. We also go over results from Oil Creek 100, Kodiak 100, and the Heartland 100. Then we talk about Bryon Powell from iRunFar who just competed in and won the Ultra Trail Gobi 400K stage race in western China. In addition we discuss race results from Cape Fear 24 hour race where costume chic was out there represen...2024-10-171h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 041: Courtney Does it Again, Nedd for 1,000, and a Taco Bell UltraThis week we start off by giving everyone in Florida our well wishes during this tough time with Hurricane Milton moving through. Then we discuss Courtney Dauwalter continuing her dynasty of high profile race victories by winning Nice Cote d’ Azur (UTMB) 100 mile and she was not far off from first place overall. Then we go over the Saddles 100 and 50 mile races in Prescott, AZ where two of our friends and favorite Ohio trail runners Chad Trumbo and Jay Smithberger competed in those races and did very well. We also discuss race resultrs from Cuyamaca 100K, Spooner’s Cove 50K, DC P...2024-10-101h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 040: Mike Wardian AT, Hurricane Helene, Spartathlon, and The BearLate release this week but better late then never! We start off talking about Mike Wardian completing his Appalachian Trail through run in 60 days. He had to battle the aftermath of hurricane Helene in order to get it done. We discuss the devastation of the hurricane and also the Yeti folks who pitched in and helped the people of Damascus after the Yeti 100 was cancelled. Then we look into the 153 mile Spartathlon road race in Greece. Camille Herron was back to defend her course record from last year but she had a lot going on with the wiki controversy...2024-10-041h 05Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 039: Tara Dower AT Queen, Anton is Back, and a Wiki Editing ControversyHuge episode tonight! A lot to talk about. Farley gives a run down of his experience running Mountain Lakes 100 over the weekend. We both are in awe of Tara Dower’s accomplishment setting the overall FKT on the Appalachian Trail, it’s truly impressive. We go over race results from Mountain Lakes 100. Then we talk about one of the icons of ultrarunning, Anton Krupicka, who came out of nowhere and took second at Grindstone 100. We go over the results of the other races at Grindstone. Also talk about the young gun Hans Troyer who ran Grindstone 100K and it was his fir...2024-09-261h 35Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 038: Tor Des Geants, Run Rabbit Run, RUT, and a Mt. Tam FKTEarly release this week as Farley has an out of town race coming up this weekend. We start off today with results from Tor Des Geants, a beast of a race in Italy. Then we discuss Run Rabbit Run which was the 100 mile main event of the weekend in the U.S. We also talk about RUT 50K, a sky race in Big Sky, Montana. Then we talk about Remi Bonnet setting the Mt. Tam Hill Climb FKT right here in the Bay Area (Mill Valley). That FKT has been held by Jim Walmsley since 2017. Remi was in town for th...2024-09-171h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 037: Point to Point Hundos: Wasatch, Pine to Palm, Mogollon, SuperiorThis week we talk about the classic late summer point to point 100 milers that took place over the weekend. Results from Wasatch Front 100, Pine to Palm 100, Mogollon Monster 100, and Superior Trail 100. Crazy that all these juggernauts take place in the same weekend! We also discuss Hurricane 100K, Wy’east Wonder 50 mile and 50K, and YUTC 50K. Tor Des Geants is going on and John Kelly was having a great race until he wasn’t. Also, there is a new men’s 6 day record! Matthieu Bonne of Belgium broke a record that was set in 2005 by the multi day legend Yiannis Kouro...2024-09-121h 06Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 035: Bronco Billy Crushes CO Trail FKT, UTMB Preview, and AT UpdatesWe start this episode talking about Jeff Browning's (a.k.a. Bronco Billy) impressive FKT on the Colorado Trail's West to East, Collegiate West route. Then we dive into race results from Oregon Cascades, Twisted Branch, Matterhorn Ultraks, Habanero Hundred, and Midwest States 100. Johnny breaks down the best pie in New York's Finger Lakes region where Twisted Branch takes place. Then we do our UTMB Preview and make podium picks for the women and the men along with a Wildcard pick for each. We end by going over where Mike Wardian and Tara Dower are on the AT as...2024-08-291h 31
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastJamil CouryIn this episode, Scotty talks with UltraRunning Magazine's new publisher Jamil Coury. Known as an ultrarunning veteran and small business owner, Coury talks with Scotty about his history in the sport as well as how the magazine played an important part of his journey in ultrarunning. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Topo Athletic Watch this episode on YouTube2024-08-2246 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 034: New Leadville 100 Course Record, Tamalpa Headlands 50K, and FKT UpdatesToday we start off talking about David Roche’s Leadville 100 course record that he set on Saturday, breaking a record that has stood since 2005. Also it was David’s debut 100 miler which is a bit surprising since he has been around the ultrarunning world for so long. We also go over race results from Leadville, Tamalpa Headlands 50K, Squamish 50/50K, and the Marquette Trail 50/50K. Then we discuss Jim Walmsley’s return to UTMB and talk about Harvey Lewis and what he recently accomplished. We go into a discussion on which race is the toughest between Western States 100, Badwater 135, and Bigfoo...2024-08-221h 05Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 033: Eastern States Cancelled! Sierre-Zinal, Fatdog 120, and FKT UpdatesThis week we start off talking about the massive rains that got Eastern States 100 cancelled for the third time in race history. Then we go over the answers for a few questions we had about the Badger Trail Races from two weekends ago. We talk about the exciting finish at the Sierre-Zinal trail race this year. We discuss results from Fatdog 120, Bigfoot 200, Swiss Alps 100, and Pine to Vine 55K. We go over the departure of Ryan P. from the Adventure Jogger podcast. We talk about the FKT attempts currently going on and the charities they are all running for. Will...2024-08-151h 14Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 032: Badger Trail Races, Canadian Death Race, Angeles Crest, and Multiple FKT AttemptsThis week we go over race results from the Badger Trail Races, The Canadian Death Race, Angeles Crest 100, Waldo 100K, and the Skyline 50K. We do a Eastern States 100 preview since our friend Chas will be running and Johnny is part of his crew. They have some serious weather moving in the day before the race. We also discuss multiple high profile FKT attempts that are starting very soon. Also, Mike Wardian has started his AT adventure already and got caught in the storms in Maine.
Mike Wardian AT Run Website to Donate to his Charity: https://www...2024-08-081h 12Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 031: Crazy Mountain, Burning River, MN Voyager, and a 58 x 14ers FKTWe start tonight’s show off with race results and some commentary about Crazy Mountain 100, Burning River 100, Minnesota Voyager 50, Standhope 100, Never Summer 100K, Resurrection Pass 100, and Tushars Mountain Runs. We talk about Harvey Lewis’s Badwater double, well, not a true double according to Marshall Ulrich but we still think it’s pretty badass. Mike Wardian and Tara Dower are both doing the AT in August for charity. Tara is going for the FKT but we are not sure yet what direction she will be going. Mike is going North to South but planning on 50 days. We discuss the co-ed FKT s...2024-08-011h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 030: Badwater, High Lonesome, Cascade Crest, and an Epic DNF!This week we start off by going over race results from a multitude of big name races. It was a busy weekend in the ultra world. Featured races include Speedgoat 50K, Eiger Ultra 101K, High Lonesome 100, Cascade Crest 100, Wy'east Trailfest 50K, Tahoe 100, Ouray 100, Vol State 500K, Jigger Johnson, Vermont 100, Many on the Genny, and Badwater 135. There is some news about Rim to River 100. We end the show talking about Gina Kimrey's crazy DNF at HOTS.
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Ultra Running Magazine PodcastUltra Shorts: What's the Issue w/ Amy ClarkJoin host Scotty Sandow as he talks with UltraRunning Editor-in-Chief Amy Clark about the July/August special trails issue that includes articles by Jeff Kozak, Max King, Maggie Guterl and more. Scotty and Amy also dive into the latest news from UltraRunning Magazine, along with a recap of their time covering Western States. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Topo Athletic 2024-07-1918 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 029: Records Fall at Hardrock 100 and Mount Hood 50. Steep Life Media Acquires UR Mag.This week we dive right into the Hardrock 100 recap. Men’s and Women’s course records both fell. Then we go over race results from Waugoshance Trail 50K, San Lorenzo River Trail 50K, Siskiyou Out Back, Mount Hood Races which had a women’s 50 mile course record and she won the race outright, Beaverhead Endurance Runs, Queen City Trail Scramble 50k, Tale of Two Trails, and an FKT on the PA segment of the North Country Trail. Big news in the ultrarunning media sphere, Jamil Coury’s Steep Life Media company has acquired UltraRunning Magazine. We close the show trying to ma...2024-07-181h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 028: Mount Marathon Party, QMT Festival, and Hardrock 100 PreviewWe kick today’s episode off by finishing up our Western States discussion from last week. More specifically, what the historic finisher rates are and how the data supports a higher average finisher rate as the lottery odds get less favorable. We give a shout out to a few runners who grabbed 10 year Western States buckles. Then we dive into The Mount Marathon Race, an annual 4th of July classic trail 5K which is one of the craziest races out there. We go over race results from Buckeye Trail 50K, Silver Rush 50, Silverton Alpine 50K, Kendall Mountain, Afton Trail 50K, and...2024-07-111h 20Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 027: Heart Health PSA, Western States 100 Recap, FKT News, and Golden Ticket RacesWe start the show out with Johnny's public service announcement. He had quite a scare with his heart health over the weekend and wants to spread the message about the importance of getting regular checkups. Then we recap the happenings and excitement at Western States this year. We go over race results from Yeti in WA, Black Hills, Dawg Gone Long Run, and Lavaredo 120K. Kristian Morgan's AT FKT attempt came to a sudden halt and we are not sure what happened. Bob Stewart set a new unsupported FKT on the PA section of the AT. Kyle Curtain sets...2024-07-041h 09Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 026: Western States Psych Up, LAHOTS, Broken Arrow, and LazCon EndsIt's Western States week! We talk about the questionable victory at tonight's Western States beer mile. We deep dive into the Last Annual Heart of the South (LAHOTS) which is one of Laz's crazy races. We go over race results from Broken Arrow, Headwaters Trail Runs 56K, Bears Ears Ultras, Two Hearted Trail 50K, and the New River Gorge Trail Fest 50K. Laz ended his LazCon early but it's still a story book ending. Kristian Morgan is still ahead of record pace on the Northbound AT record attempt. Finally, we go over our Western States preview and make some...2024-06-281h 22Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 025: Bighorn, Tahoe Bear Fighting, 6 Days in the Dome, and AT Northbound FKT UpdateThis week Farley is on vacation in Hardrock country but was able to record on some shaky wifi. We talk about Bighorn 100. We recount Johnny’s Tahoe 200 experience before the course change and go over the race results from this year’s race. Also, a Tahoe 200 volunteer becomes an instant legend after saving a drop bag which was stolen by a bear! Some pretty epic feats happened at this years 6 days in the dome race including Zach Bitter throwing down a sub 12 hour 100 miler. We have updates on LazCon, Hardest Geezer, and the current AT Northbound FKT attempt by Kris...2024-06-211h 12Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 024: SD100, Comrades, Dipsea, Kettle, AT FKT in Progress and Hardest Geezer UpdateA lot of classic races took place over the weekend! We go over race results from San Diego 100, Comrades, Kettle Moraine, Scout Mountain, Dipsea, and the inaugural Huron 100 in Michigan. We got LazCon update as we were recording! We talk about some records including Stine Rex's 48 hour record and Sophie Power's record run around Ireland. Speaking of records, there is an Appalachian Trail Northbound FKT attempt in progress which is going quite well so far! We close the show out by discussing the Hardest Geezer's latest adventure which started 2 days ago.
Sophie Power record run around Ireland...2024-06-131h 11Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 023: Worlds End, Mohican, Old Dominion, and More Spring Energy DramaWe have a special guest today! Chas Adams joins us to talk about his experience at the Worlds End 100K. All three of us are baffled at the low finisher rate at Mohican 100 this year. We discuss the Damn Yeti 50 mile and 55K races. We do a deep dive into Johnny’s white whale, Old Dominion 100. Nick Coury laid down a sub 6 hour 50 miler in 105 degree heat at Hotfoot Hampster. Mozart 100K in Austria saw some torrential weather this year. We think Laz is still in the Show Me state. Stine Rex sets a new women’s 48 hour record. We f...2024-06-061h 14Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 022: Kilian Jornet Crushes Zegama Again. Spring Energy FAIL!!We start off with an update on the podcast download competition. California has taken the lead! Can they hold on with 2 days left in the month? Kilian Jornet has won the Zegama trail marathon for the 11th time. We go over results from Stumptown 50K, Capital Backyard Ultra, Nanny Goat, Sugar Badger 50/50, and Fools 50K. LazCon gets new life! Spring Energy is in a world of hurt right now with the latest revelations on the nutritional content of their awesome sauce product. We close the show out with a look at AJW's excellent iRunFar article that breaks down the...2024-05-301h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 021: Rancid Goat Runs ESS Cbus, Cocodona 250 Sold Out, and Costume Mania!We start off today's episode pretty strong by bragging about Ohio's own Doug Owsley a.k.a. Ran Cidgoat a.k.a. Rancid Goat a.k.a. The Goat, who completed every single street for Columbus, Ohio. We go over race results from several races last weekend including Massanutten, Crewel Jewel, Bryce Canyon, Silver State, Yamacraw, and the Keys Ultras. We have a good laugh about pass the pickle at Loud Thunder 50. We have a LazCon update and discuss a new book about Laz that Jared Beasley is writing. We can't believe Cocodona 250 is already sold out for next...2024-05-231h 11
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastUltra Shorts: What's the Issue w/ Amy ClarkJoin host Scotty Sandow for an inside look at our May/June 2024 Issue with UltraRunning Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Amy Clark. Episode Highlights: Jasmin Paris's Historic Finish at the Barkley Marathons Cocodona 250 Anti-Doping Efforts in Ultrarunning Chasing Goals Raising awareness to fight sex trafficking (Learn more and give at www.freedomseat.org) Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor DryMax Watch this episode on YouTube2024-05-1721 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 020: More to the Cocodona Story, Hellbender Rising, and Trans ContinentalsThis week we talk about the craziness that ensued at Cocodona 250 after our last episode. We talk about Tillamook Burn Trail Run and the power couple who won the 50 miler there. We dive into Hellbender 100 and talk about how it is well on it's way to becoming a premier 100 miler. There was a great pic of the aurora borealis at a race in Wales. We discuss Ginger Runner's cool looking race Tiger Claw 50K. Uber competitive Transvulcania was last weekend. Quicksilver 100K, Ice Age Trail 50 and Thunderbunny 50K also took place. We have a LazCon update and talk about...2024-05-151h 11Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 019: A Cocodona 250 Legend is Born! Hardrock Switches up a Few QualifiersToday's show focuses mostly on what's unfolded at Cocodona 250 over the last few days. Including the exciting finish in the men's race which was not long before we recorded. First place woman should be finishing later tonight. It's truly been a fun race to follow and the livestream action has been great. We go over some race results from UR Mags Old School races series which saw action at Miwok 100K and Strolling Jim 40 miler. Give a shout out to a friend who finished her first 50K at Pine Trail Run in AZ. We thought we didn't have a...2024-05-091h 21Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 018: Courtney Dauwalter Queen of Ultras and Canyons Golden TicketsJam packed episode. We present a friendly little challenge to our listeners on podcast platforms. Courtney Dauwalter continues to add to her dynasty with a win at Mt. Fuji 100 over the weekend. Canyons 100K was the last Western States Golden Ticket race and the competition was strong. Also, a guy named Canyon won Canyons 100 miler. Zane Grey 50 and Orcas Island 50 took place over the weekend. We do a deep dive on a new 200 mile road race in Ohio and Johnny has an idea on how to make it epic. We have an amateur level preview of Cocodona 250 which starts...2024-05-021h 15Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 017: FPR 50K, Hyner, Cap Mtn, and a Wine MarathonerJohnny talks about his first hand experience at Forget the PR 50K over the weekend. We discuss the Hyner 50K which is a classic in PA. Costume Chick and AF Marathoner are at it again at a Yeti race in New Mexico. We talk about a crazy story from a long time ago at Marathon Des Sables. We go over the Triple Crown of Thru Hiking FKT. Where is Laz? Not much updating going on. Finish the show talking about another bloke running across Africa and a dude that drank a glass of wine at every mile of the...2024-04-251h 12Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 016: Boston Marathon Fast Banana and Some New Running FilmsToday we go over race results from last weekend and do a little hype for our favorite ultra Forget the PR 50K which is this weekend. We also provide as good of LazCon update as possible, not much new info out there. In addition, we discuss some new running films that have recently come out. We cover an Ian Torrence article about troubleshooting problems on the run during an ultra. Finally we go over a cringe moment and also a fun record from the Boston Marathon.
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2024-04-041h 09Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 013: March Madness (Barkley), Low Key Races, and No Ice BathsThis episode starts off with a bang for two reasons. First we go over Johnny's tornado scare and also because Barkley is under way and this year is looking really promising so far. We go over race results and a cool new FKT. We go back to talking more about Barkley because Karel Sabbe's new documentary was released last week. In addition, we discuss one of AJW's "under the radar races" articles from a new series that he is writing on. We close out the show talking about the science which suggests that ice baths may not be good...2024-03-221h 08
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastUltra Shorts: What's the Issue w/ Amy ClarkUltraRunning's Editor in Chief, Amy Clark, joins Scotty to discuss highlights of the March 2024 issue, which is available now. Amy offers a sneak peek into the spring issue, featuring an ultra kit gear review, race reports from Tunnel Hill, HURT 100 and more. From discussions on artificial intelligence to Kilian Jornet's latest venture into sustainable running shoes, there's something for every ultrarunner. Amy and Scotty also discuss a new column dedicated to women's health, written by some of the most influential women in the sport. Amy also shares her experiences from the recent Lululemon FURTHER 6-day ultramarathon event, w...2024-03-1919 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 012: Camille Herron Records Galore! A.P. Racks Up Another W!Unfortunately Johnny couldn't be with us tonight as he had to take shelter from tornados and crazy hail storms rolling through central Ohio. I go over Camille's epic 6 days at the Lululemon event in La Quinta, CA where she broke a bunch of world records including the 6 day record. Ashley Paulson's magical year keeps rolling as she gets another 100 mile victory. I talk about my experience at MUC 50 on Saturday and go over some other race results. I break down an article about statistical correlations on why runners DNF and also one about the longest run on record in...2024-03-1558 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 011: Way to Uncool, UTMB Boycott-Not, and a U.S. Everesting RecordAshely Paulson racks up another win! In addition, we discuss the rebranding of Lake Sonoma 100K. AJW change his mind a little bit on spending time at aid stations based on feedback from other runners. Jim Walmsley moved back to AZ and appears to be looking at a Western States / UTMB double. UTMB 100 miler entrants lists were released for the men and women, there is no shortage of elite runners toeing the line so the boycott didn't gain much traction. We talk about a 100 year old runner who is still kicking butt. Finally we talk about a guy who...2024-03-0659 minUltrarunning News NetworkEpisode 010: Jackpot! Another G.O.A.T Win, Early Barkley Hype, and Newbie LessonsIn this episode we go over race results from the last two weekends and this includes some big races and a big win at Transgrancanaria by the G.O.A.T. Courtney. We go over John Kelly's article on what he knows about how to get into the Barkley Marathons and we get pumped up about the Barkley race in the process. We also go over a X (twitter) post by AJW about the new generation spending to much time in aid stations. In addition, we discuss an article from UR Magazine written by Chris Weller on the 6 lessons...2024-02-291h 15Ultrarunning 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.
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7:32:33 see the river crossing where at the far end 1st place Rachel Drake just...2024-02-141h 12Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 008: Muddy Raccoons BC Preview and Predictions and 100 100sThis week we go over race results from last weekend and a few of them were very sloppy conditions. We preview and make our predictions for Black Canyon 100K this weekend. There is a crazy amount of elite ultrarunners of all experience levels running this year. The course might be crazy too with some snow in the town where the race starts and super high rivers to cross. We discuss this new runner tracking system that will be the wave of the future. Finally we give kudos to Will Sprouse, one of the most unique ultrarunners out there who...2024-02-091h 09Ultrarunning News NetworkEpisode 007: URM's Old School Ultras, Multi-Media Happenings, and a Pineapple MarathonerIn today's episode we go over race results from last weekend and a new ski vert record. We also take a look at UltraRunning Magazine's Old School Ultras for 2024, ATRAs article on Luis Escobar, two new ultrarunning films recently released on YouTube, a free webinar series for race directors, and a Pineapple marathoner.
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Ultra Running Magazine PodcastUltra Shorts: What's the Issue w/ Editor Amy ClarkIn this fartleck of an episode, UltraRunning Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Amy Clark, dishes out some of the ultra goodies to be found in the October / November issue, which celebrates the ultrarunning community. With race coverage of the Warriors UltraRun, High Lonesome 100, Manitou's Revenge and more, Scotty talks with Amy about what makes the ultrarunning community so incredible. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor, Drymax Watch this episode on YouTube 2023-10-3113 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastHeadlands 50k w/ Jeffrey Stern In this episode we’re joined by ultrarunner extraordinaire, race director and assistant editor of UltraRunning Magazine, Jeffrey Stern. UltraRunning Magazine's newest endeavor happens to be the Tamalpa Headlands 50k and who better to guide us through the details than race director Jeffrey Stern? He sheds a little light on the exhilarating course located in the Marin Headlands in California. Get ready to be inspired, informed and transported to the trails of the Marin Headlands as we unravel the remarkable journey of an athlete, race director and writer who has left an indelible mark on th...2023-06-3032 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastWild Horse 200 In this episode, we are thrilled to bring you the incredible journey of a married couple, Krista and Guy Alderdice, who recently competed in the Wild Horse 200 that started on April 5 in South Wales, Great Britain. This grueling 200-mile ultramarathon through the stunning Welsh countryside is not for the faint of heart, but together they took on the challenge and emerged victorious. You may recognize Krista and Guy from their UltraRunning.com column, Blue Collar Runners, which highlighted the stories of everyday people accomplishing the extraordinary. Join us as we discuss their preparation, th...2023-04-2656 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastUltra Shorts: What's the Issue w/ Editor Amy ClarkUltraRunning Magazine editor Amy Clark joins the show to breakdown the March issue and recap her trip to the Barkley Marathons. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor, The Kauai 50 Have an idea for a future episode? Let us know. Email us at HeyScotty@ultrarunning.com2023-03-2425 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastRebecca JoynerBeing an UltraRunning Magazine subscriber has its benefits - just ask our next guest Rebecca Joyner. She entered UltraRunning's Western States Endurance Run essay contest and won a free entry into the premiere event. Rebecca joins the show to talk about winning the contest, her winning essay, taking first female at this year’s Yeti 100 (holy moly what a story!), humanity and ultras, her Guinness Book of World Records running achievement and so much more. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Watch this episode on YouTube Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax Episode Notes: Sign up for Rebecca’s son’s Run for Type 1...2023-01-191h 02
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastHigh Lonesome 100 RDs An ultrarunning evolution is happening around the country as race directors work to get more women to the start line. Case in point, officials of the High Lonesome 100, which takes place in Colorado's breathtaking Sawatch Range, introduced a lottery system to level the gender playing field, new rules for transgender and nonbinary entrants, and deferment for new parents. At the center of this policy change is the dynamic duo of Kelsey Banaszynski and Caleb Efta, a married couple who is working to do good in the ultrarunning world. Kelsey and Caleb join the show to talk about gender equality...2022-09-211h 02
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastJacky Hunt-Broersma 100 Marathons in 100 Days. UltraRunning Magazine ambassador Jacky Hunt-Broersma joins us on day 82 on her quest to run 100 marathons in 100 days. What makes this endeavor truly remarkable is that Jacky is an amputee. Her left leg was amputated below the knee in order to save her life due to a rare form of cancer. Jacky talks with URM about her record-setting feat, wearing a running blade and her ultra experience. To see more of Scotty and Jacky, watch this episode on our YouTube channel. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Jason Koop's book, Training Essentials for Ultrarunning Thanks to our episode sponsor, Drymax. Follo...2022-04-181h 10
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastEllie PellEllie Pell joins the URM podcast to share her thoughts on scoring a Golden Ticket at the Bandera 100k, mental performance coaching (a service she offers at no cost), racing Western States, how she caught the running bug, the East Coast running scene and so much more. Stayed tuned after the interview for our "What’s the Issue" segment with UltraRunning Magazine editor samurai, Amy Clark, who has deets about our latest Training 101 issue which is available now. Follow the link below to watch this episode on YouTube. Thanks to our sponsor, Drymax Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Ellie's Website: http://ell...2022-03-221h 08
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastLove on the RunIt's Valentine’s Day and in the season of red roses and mad dashes to the local drug store for "heart-shaped anything," we put together a collection of interviews featuring three different ultrarunning couples. These endearing endurance athletes share stories about how they met and bonded over ultrarunning. URM editor Amy “Gangsta of Prose” Clark also joins the program to share details about this month’s very special UltraRunners of the Year (UROY) issue. And don’t forget, a URM subscription is an excellent Valentine’s Day gift for the ultrarunner in your life. Thank you to our episode...2022-02-1458 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastPam Smith Ultrarunning legend Pam Smith kicks off Season 3 of the UltraRunning Magazine Podcast just one day after learning that she’ll be burning it up, literally, at Badwater later this year. Pam shares her thoughts about running through the desert, setting four American age group records at the 2021 Desert Solstice Track Invitational, competing for Team USA and much more, including the unsexy side of ultrarunning. Pam is retired and lives in Salem, OR, with her husband and two teenagers. Photo: Howie Stern Thank you to our episode sponsor, Drymax Sports. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine at ultrarunning.com2022-02-0250 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastAdam Merry In this episode, we are joined by the talented Adam Merry who recently won Run the Rock 50-miler in Oregon and set a course record. Adam shares his experience about his win, working with running coach David Roche, his journey to compete at an elite level and most notably, his personal mission to increase representation of Black, Indigenous and people of color in ultrarunning. Adam is one of the newest members of Team Saucony, lives in beautiful Golden, Colorado, with his wife, Julianne, and a menagerie of pets. Stay tuned after the interview for our What’s the Issue segment with...2021-12-201h 09
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastJason GreenThere is something magical happening in the woods in Appalachia - it’s part rebel, part genius, part unicorn and entirely full of heart. For those not in the know, Jason Green, founder of Yeti Trail Runners, has spent the last 10 years creating a trail running counterculture of sorts, and ultra events which are about as unorthodox as the reason Jason got into ultrarunning. He shares insight into his running philosophy, personal journey and how ultrarunning can serve the community’s greater good. Learn more about the Yeti Trail Runners and their events at yetitrailrunners.com. Watch DEAD LAST: The Yeti...2021-12-031h 01
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastFixing Your FeetThe book, Fixing Your Feet by John Vonhoff with Tonya Olson, is the ultrarunner’s definitive guide on foot care. Now in its 7th edition, John and Tonya share details about the book’s new upgrade and essential tips including shoe fit, sock selection, foot care, recovery and much more. John brings 39 years of experience as a runner, cyclist, hiker and medical professional and a never-ending quest to learn more about foot care to help athletes in extreme events including, Western States, Badwater, Transrockies, Tahoe Rim Trail and many more. Tonya brings a comprehensive understanding of foot care from her experien...2021-11-171h 34
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastRunner's High Scotty talks with Josiah Hesse who is an avid runner, freelance journalist and author of a new book titled, Runner’s High: How a Movement of Cannabis-Fueled Athletes is Changing the Science of Sports. The book offers an immersive, investigative look into the hidden culture of cannabis use among elite athletes, with a hyper-focus on ultrarunners, and the surprising, emerging science behind the elusive and exhilarating “runner’s high.” Hesse explores why scientists believe marijuana may actually be the key to getting more people off the couch and onto their feet. He should know, because it’s part of hi...2021-09-3037 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastDarcy PiceuDarcy Piceu talked to Scotty and shared her experience after placing second at this year's Hardrock 100. She also talked about Hardrock’s new policy to get more women to the start line, practicing mindfulness and meditation, life balance and much more. UR editor Amy Clark also talked to Scotty about the August issue which includes Western States coverage, trail app reviews and more. Show notes: Subscribe at ultrarunning.com We are serious about ultrarunning, but we’re more serious about mental wellness. Contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Awareness Administration for confidential and free information for individ...2021-08-241h 00
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastHal Koerner & Jimmy Dean FreemanHal Koerner and Jimmy Dean Freeman put on a master class about how to approach ultrarunning after a long break, and how to maintain fitness while upholding one of life’s most important roles: fatherhood. While their paths might be different, they are united by their passion for endurance running and raising their children. They share their thoughts on Timmy Olson’s awe-inspiring FKT on the PCT, last week’s Badwater 135, competing, how to kick start a running program and much more. Show Notes: Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine at ultrarunning.com Part of Timmy...2021-07-301h 09
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastSean MullettSean Mullett was the second to last finisher at this year's Western States 100, crossing the line in 29:58. His lap around the Placer High track was the most dramatic one of the race. Hear about his experience and what led up to his struggle during that final mile, and how he recovered at the hospital in the days after. Host Scotty Sandow also talks with UR editor, Amy Clark, about Western States and the July issue. Thanks to Steep Life Media for permission to use the audio and video link of Sean's finish. Show...2021-07-2156 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastDean KarnazesDean Karnazes is a legend in the sport of ultrarunning, UltraRunning Magazine columnist and author of the national bestseller, Ultramarathon Man: Confessions of an All-Night Runner. His latest book, A Runner's High, is a memoir detailing Dean's experiences as an ultrarunner, his family life and training for the Western States Endurance Run in 2018. Subscribe at Ultrarunning.com Purchase Dean's new book at https://DeanKarnazes.com/books Read a review of Dean's book A Runner's High on runspirited.com2021-05-2856 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastCory ReeseCory Reese is an ultrarunner and well known author of two books, Nowhere Near First and Into the Furnace, as well as his column "Reese's Pieces" in UltraRunning Magazine. His third book, Stronger Than the Dark, comes out on June 8. Scotty talked with Cory about the inspiration for his new book, including his struggle with depression. Also included at the end of the episode is "What's the Issue" with UltraRunning's editor, Amy Clark. Enter the Swag Bag Giveaway HERE Pre-order Cory's new book HERE2021-05-201h 05
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastRescue at BigfootUltrarunner Duane Konyn recounts his medevac rescue while running the Bigfoot 200 in 2019 in Washington state. Konyn suffered a rare but life-threatening injury after passing the 150-mile mark of the 200-mile race. He talks to Scotty about the details of his medical condition and the helicopter and medical crew that came to his rescue, not to mention his pacer that helped out when Konyn was doubled over in pain. Scotty also talks with UltraRunning's editor, Amy Clark, in our monthly "What's the Issue?" segment. Hear about all the exciting stories, race reports and more in the April 2021 issue.2021-04-151h 10
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastHallucinationsHave you had hallucinations while running an ultra? Scotty sat down with Van "Pigtails" Phan, Tim White, Jason Wagner and Bev Anderson-Abbs to get their personal hallucination stories which range from humorous to very scary. He also spoke with Dr. Jay Sanguinetti about why ultrarunners are more prone to having hallucinations and how they can be prevented. Ultrarunner Van Phan makes a special announcement at the end of the episode. Show notes: Thanks to our sponsor, InsideTracker. Visit InsideTracker.com/ultrarunning for 25% off. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine at ultrarunning...2021-03-291h 18
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastBeverley Anderson-Abbs: Winner of Jed Smith 50-miler, Barkley "fun run" finisher and an American & Canadian record-holderBeverley Anderson-Abbs is a recent winner of the Jed Smith 50-miler in Sacramento, CA. After suffering from overtraining syndrome and briefly being unable to even walk, Bev rebounded to finish with an American and Canadian age group record. New URM host Scotty Sandow sits down with Bev to discuss her experience running The Last Annual Heart of the South Road Race in Tennessee (and gourmet gas station food) and how she recovered from being injured prior to Jed Smith. As a competitive ultrarunner in her 50s with over 180 ultra finishes under her belt, Bev has taken on some of...2021-03-171h 06
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastTropical John Medinger - Former UR Publisher and Past President of WS100 Board"Tropical" John Medinger has been involved in the sport of ultrarunning since 1981, when the first issue of UltraRunning Magazine was published. His impact has been widespread - from the Western States president to publisher of UR, to founder of some of the sport's most notable races including Quad Dipsea and Lake Sonoma 50. Needless to say, he's easily earned a spot as one of the most respected legends in the sport of ultrarunning. While Tropical John's voice can be heard announcing finishers at the Western States finish line in Auburn, he also maintains a prominent voice in the...2021-01-251h 16
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastJeff Stern - Backbone Trail FKT record-holder, coach and columnistJeff Stern recently set the FKT on the Backbone Trail in Southern California. After most of his races were canceled this year, he completed extensive research and proper scouting on the the trail in order to go for the FKT. In this episode, we talked about his background as an athlete, what it takes to prepare, and what he learned from his first FKT attempt. Jeff is an elite ultrarunner, columnist for UR, a coach and an all-around wonderful person. Read his latest feature on Big's Backyard in the December 2020/January 2021 issue of UltraRunning. Show notes: 2020-12-0345 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastDr. Tracy Høeg - Sports, Spine and Regenerative Medicine Doctor and columnistTracy Beth Høeg, MD, PhD is a sports doctor who happens to specialize in ultrarunning injuries. She is an accomplished ultrarunner herself, and continues to pursue a balance of being a working mom, wife and ultrarunner. We discuss how she found ultrarunning and became interested in studying the sport, her medical research at Western States, and how the current pandemic is affecting athletes. Dr. Høeg writes the column "Ultra Doc" for UR. Show Notes: wser.org ultrarunning.com 2020-09-3051 min
Ultra Running Magazine PodcastJohn Trent - Western States board member and URM columnistJohn Trent has become a fixture in the ultrarunning community on the West Coast and is one of the best storytellers in the sport. Not only has he been on the Western States board since 2004, he's also a race director and 10-time finisher of Western States. We discuss John's big plans for 2020 prior to COVID-19 and his incredible ability to tell people's stories in his column, Voice of the Sport. We also discuss some of his personal experiences at Western States that brought him to the sport of ultrarunning back in the 90s. Show notes: ...2020-08-1057 min