The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman Katie Schide & Germain Grangier | Hardrock 100 2025 Post-Race Interview
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Jul 12, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Katie Schide, the 2025 Hardrock 100 champion, and Germain Grangier, who finished third, share their gripping experiences from the intense race. They delve into the physical and emotional struggles faced during the grueling ultramarathon and emphasize the value of mental resilience and solid support systems. With candid reflections on pacing strategies and camaraderie, they also outline their upcoming racing ambitions, including a noteworthy event at Javelina, and celebrate the connections forged with fellow runners.
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Isolation and Pacer Impact
- Hardrock 100 is deeply isolating early on, making solo running mentally intense.
- Pacers drastically improve the experience, adding companionship and motivation in tough night sections.
Katie's Mid-Race Stomach Challenge
- Katie experienced severe stomach bloating mid-race causing discomfort and breathing confusion.
- She managed it by trying to burp and then jogging to keep things moving despite how bad she felt.
Group Dynamics and Stomach Woes
- Jermon and his group maintained proximity for much of the mid-race section, with minimal gaps.
- Stomach problems affected Zach’s pace, causing the group to spread some before the finish.