The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

UTMB Week Final Thoughts & Wrap-up

Sep 1, 2024

This week features compelling reflections on the incredible achievements of UTMB champions, highlighting Katie Scheid as an inspiration for female runners. The discussions dive into the camaraderie among women in ultra running, as well as the balance of athletics and innovation showcased by a mountain running champion with a career in materials engineering. Listeners will also uncover triumphs and challenges faced by athletes in the competitive landscape, including the emotional stories from both veterans and newcomers. Join in on the excitement surrounding trail running's evolving dynamics!

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Quick takeaways

Katie Scheid's historic win at UTMB represents the growing prowess and competitiveness of American women in ultra-trail running.

Vincent Bouillard's unexpected rise to the men's champion spot highlights the intersection of personal passion and professional experience in athletics.

The high attrition rates observed during the races prompt a discussion on the importance of nutrition, hydration, and finishing strategies for future events.

Deep dives

American Women's Dominance

The podcast highlights the impressive performance of American women in the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc, particularly through Katie Scheid's remarkable win. Scheid, who has now won twice at UTMB, became the 10th American woman to achieve victory in the event's 21-year history. This win not only reflects her personal growth but also symbolizes a broader trend, as American women now account for a significant portion of the victories, underlining their rising competitiveness in the ultra-trail scene. The conversation underscores the camaraderie and mutual support among female athletes, amplifying the benefits of healthy competition.

Intro

2min

Reflections on UTMB 2024 Champions and Insights

2min

Trailblazing Women of Ultra Running

4min

A Champion's Dual Journey: Balancing Athletics and Innovation

2min

Triumph and Challenges at UTMB

15min

Ultramarathon Triumphs and Trials

14min

Trail Racing Trends and Predictions

11min

Reflections on a Thrilling UTMB Experience

2min

Our 2024 UTMB coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail.

HOKA is a proud presenting partner of the UTMB series. And sponsor of this week’s Freetrail coverage.Check out the Freetrail coverage all week to learn more about their new release of the Tecton X3. AND if you are here in Chamonix, go experience the HOKA basecamp and join in all the Tecton demo opportunities across the week. Named after the earth’s tectonic plates, which inspired its parallel dual carbon fiber plate design, the Tecton X franchise has revolutionized the trail racing world – propelling athletes to new heights.

The Tecton X3 features an upgraded midsole featuring two layers of PEBA foam, with one softer layer on top for cushioning and impact, and a slightly firmer layer underneath for agility proprioception on technical terrain. The propulsive parallel carbon fiber plates have evolved – now featuring winglets, the wider plates wrap strategically up the sidewall for additional control in key zones. In the upper, a new knit collar acts as a gaiter to help mitigate trail debris from entering the shoe.

Launching just in time for the UTMB Mont Blanc World Series, The Tecton X3 will be seen on HOKA elite athletes competing at the highest level in Chamonix,

France. Inviting consumers and fans of the sport to learn about the innovation behind the brand’s most pinnacle trail release yet, HOKA will be opening their FlyLab™experience dedicated to the Tecton X 3 in celebration of UTMB, located at the HOKA Base Camp in Chamonix Village, and open from Tuesday - Friday of race week.

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