Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! We’ve officially stepped into the role of Race Directors! In this episode of the Singletrack Podcast, I sit down with my wife and business partner, Jules Campanelli, to share an inside look at our trail running festival, Twisted Fork. Join us in Park City, UT, on June 14, 2025, for an unforgettable day with the Singletrack trail running community. Ready to be part of the excitement? Visit massifrunning.com to secure your spot in the 68K, 30K, or 15K—we can’t wait to see you on the trails! Timestamps: (0:38) - introductio ..read more

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! Jason Schlarb is a professional athlete sponsored by Norda and Ultimate Direction, based in Durango, CO. If American ultrarunning had All-Decade teams, Jason would undoubtedly be a starter for the 2010s, boasting impressive victories at races like Hardrock and Run Rabbit Run, along with a top-five finish at UTMB, among numerous other accolades. Even in his 40s, Jason continues to deliver outstanding performances. Earlier this year, he was the top American finisher at both TDS and Hardrock, placing 9th and 3rd, respectively ..read more

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! Brett Hornig returns to the Singletrack Podcast for a crossover episode from his YouTube show (Conversational Pace) recapping our takeaways from the 2024 Running Event in Austin, TX earlier this week.    Categories Covered: Standout brand (overall) Standout shoe  Standout tech  Standout conversation  Standout newcomer brand  Biggest brand surprise  Biggest brand turnaround  Bet on this (brand, trend, etc)    Sponsors: Keen - unapologetically comfortable and consciously c ..read more

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! Brett Hornig returns to the Singletrack Podcast for another edition of the Long Run Archives. In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Running Event in Austin, Courtney Dauwalter’s entry into the 2025 Cocodona 250, Gorge Waterfalls 100K being selected as the US Long Trail World’s team qualifier, and insights into the trail running contract season, among other topics.  Timestamps: (5:50) - Gorge Waterfalls 100K hosting worlds qualifier (30:35) - Courtney Dauwalter registering for the Cocodona 250 (44:20) - UROY and We ..read more

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! Welcome to part 2 of our two-part conversation! If you haven’t listened to the first half yet, be sure to check it out—it aired last week and features nutrition coach Vic Johnson, known as the "Mountain Sports Dietician" on social media. You might recognize Vic’s name; he has collaborated with several prominent athletes in our sport, including Rod Farvard, to address the critical fueling strategies for ultrarunning. In part 1, Vic offered valuable insights into the evolving role of nutrition in endurance sports, discussing ..read more

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! Welcome to part 1 of our two-part conversation featuring nutrition coach Vic Johnson, known as the "Mountain Sports Dietician" on social media. You might recognize Vic’s name; he has collaborated with several prominent athletes in our sport, including Rod Farvard, to address the critical fueling strategies for ultrarunning. In part 1, Vic offers valuable insights into the evolving role of nutrition in endurance sports, discussing the importance of high-carb fueling, gut training, and common nutritional challenges faced by e ..read more

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! Though he probably needs no introduction, in addition to being a stellar coach and podcaster, David Roche has been lighting it up on the 100 mile ultra scene these past few months with impressive wins at Leadville and Javelina. Honestly, these breakthroughs were just an excuse to reach out. Over two hours, we dive into a broad range of topics in the trail running world. There was no set agenda—just a fun, free-flowing chat that I think really shines through here. Partners: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on thei ..read more

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! Leah Yingling and Jeff Colt join Finn Melanson on this episode of the Singletrack Podcast to recap the 2024 Javelina Jundred. They discuss the race livestream, share their experiences pacing frontrunners Riley Brady and Jeff Mogavero, and reflect on the event's significance within the broader ultra community. They also delve into the excitement of the golden ticket chase and explore the various internal and external factors that fueled top performances in the race. Timestamps: 00:00 Weekend Recap and Personal Updates 06:1 ..read more

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! Max Jolliffe joins the show to talk about his thrilling come-from-behind win at last week's Moab 240, his journey to sobriety, and the dedication and intensity that has contributed to his rapid ascension in the ultrarunning world. Timestamps: 06:56 Preparing for Moab 240 10:05 Overcoming Adversity in TDS 14:02 The Influence of Jesse Haynes 16:53 The Beauty of the Moab Course 19:57 The Hail Mary Moment at Mile 200 33:37 The Role of Pacers in Ultra Running 36:20 The Competitive Dynamics of the Race 38:04 Navigating Extreme ..read more

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes! Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Leah Yingling provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the competition at this year’s Javelina Jundred. Timestamps: (0:00) - course strategy, weather conditions, historical performance data, competitive race context (15:40) - women's field preview, storylines, analysis, predictions (49:09) - men's field preview, storylines, analysis, predictions Partners: Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase. Rabb ..read more