The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman David Sinclair | Short Trail World Championships Pre-Race Interview 2025
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Sep 24, 2025 David Sinclair, an elite trail and mountain runner for Team USA, shares his thoughts ahead of the 2025 World Championships. He recounts travel challenges that tested his patience and how maintaining a low-stress mindset helps him prepare. David reflects on proud moments representing Team USA and his strategy for competing in both trail and ski mountaineering events. He discusses the strength of the short trail field and his mental techniques for race day, emphasizing camaraderie over rivalry for team success.
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Travel Chaos Turned Team Bonding
- David Sinclair described a travel disaster that turned into a two-plus day journey through Zurich and Luxembourg.
- He relaxed with teammates Tom Hooper, Paul Kirsch and Josh, which kept stress low despite cancelled flights.
Early Team USA Moments
- Sinclair recounted accidentally qualifying for Team USA at Flagstaff and racing in Poland in 2018.
- He later raced Argentina in 2019 and helped the U.S. earn team silver while gaining major international experience.
CCC Podium Felt Epic
- He described CCC as his A goal and a career highlight, holding a lead and finishing amid thousands in Chamonix.
- Sinclair emphasized the uncertainty of his body over long distances and pride in holding on to the podium.