Montana Meltdown Race, Scummy, and an FKT attempt upcoming

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In this episode, we discuss the Montana Meltdown and the benefits of fixed-time races. I also share my experience participating in the Scummy Summer Slammer event and my preparation for the Tahoe Rim Trail FKT attempt. I discuss the importance of emotional connection in race planning and FKTs and share my unique approach to race planning.

Takeaways

• Fixed time races unlock mileage and build confidence in athletes.
• The Scummy Summer Slammer event is a grassroots, low-cost run from Bozeman to Yellowstone.
• Emotional connection is important in planning races and FKT attempts.
• Jeff's unique approach to race planning involves starting with the 'why' and then focusing on the 'how'.
• Jeff is preparing for the Tahoe Rim Trail FKT attempt and is looking forward to the adventure and pushing his body.

• Jeff's Unique Approach to Race Planning
• Preparing for the Tahoe Rim Trail FKT Attempt

Sound Bites

• "Fixed time races unlock mileage and build confidence."
• "The Scummy Summer Slammer: A grassroots, low-cost run from Bozeman to Yellowstone."
• "Jeff's unique approach to race planning: starting with the 'why' and then focusing on the 'how'."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Announcement

01:28 The Benefits of Fixed Time Races

07:09 Scummy Summer Slammer: A Grassroots Event

08:36 Preparing for the Tahoe Rim Trail FKT

19:15 Challenges and Goals for the FKT Attempt

25:23 Building a Strong Community with Free Outside Races

Keywords

race organizing, fixed time races, Montana Meltdown, Scummy Summer Slammer, Tahoe Rim Trail, FKT, emotional connection, race planning