The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

Worlds Trailgating: Pre-Race Vibes, Course Recon, & Uphill Preview

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Sep 24, 2025
Dylan and Adam dive into the pre-race vibes at the 2025 World Mountain & Trail Running Championships. They discuss the intriguing VK course features and encounter athletes from all over the globe during their reconnaissance run. The hosts analyze the strength of various teams, highlighting favorites in both men's and women's categories. There’s a spotlight on Team USA's contenders and the promising dark horses from Canada. The excitement builds as they tease upcoming guests and share their expectations for the opening ceremony.
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INSIGHT

Runnable, Fast VK Course

  • The VK course is steep but surprisingly smooth and runnable for most of the climb.
  • Dylan and Adam expect a fast, runner-friendly vertical rather than a technical pole-heavy VK.
ANECDOTE

On-Course Encounters With Pros

  • Dylan and Adam ran the VK course and encountered elite athletes on valley roads, like Poland's Andrzej Wietek doing strides.
  • They used these encounters to describe the remote, quiet vibe and elite presence in Confranc.
INSIGHT

Course Length And Profile

  • The official course is 3.83 miles with ~3,200 feet of climbing and many switchbacks.
  • Hosts emphasize it's a
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