The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

Jeremy Long, race director from Daybreak Racing, shares insights about organizing the Big Alta race. Tabor Hemming and Eli Hemming, champions in their respective categories, discuss the thrill of competing and their unique training strategies. They delve into the technical challenges of the 50k course and the importance of community support. The trio's excitement for upcoming races and personal stories of camaraderie showcase the vibrant trail running culture, emphasizing the joy of competition and preparation.

Johen DeLeon is an up and coming pro trail runner from Crested Butte, CO. We discovered Johen at the Cirque Series A-Basin last September where he finished 2nd behind Patrick Kipngeno in a very competitive field. We did an interview with Johen after the race where the Freetrail team and the extended Freetrail audience fell in love with Johen, his personality, and his story. During that interview an idea was born to crowdfund Johen's participation at back to back Golden Trail World Series events on the following two weekends. It was the start of a great friendship.   Today, Johen joins for a real long form chat about his background, goals for the future, and a really exciting new partnership with SATISFY.    This weekend, Johen will race at The Big Alta 28k, making his competitive debut with his new sponsors.   Follow Johen on IG Follow Johen on Strava Register for TrailCon   Sponsors:   Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ   Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

Explore the exhilarating highlights from the Chuckanut 50K race, where weather challenges tested runners' resilience and camaraderie. Delve into the excitement of the Barkley Marathons as elite athletes face tough conditions. Rod Farvard's record-breaking achievement and Anton Krupicka's partnership with La Sportiva spark industry buzz. The anticipation builds for the Chianti race as personal milestones complicate participation. With a sneak peek at the upcoming Big Alta race, the trail running community is buzzing with energy!

Welcome to Rest Day, Freetrail's occasional news pod covering the latest happenings in trail running. The docket today:   Riley Brady signs with Nike Sabrina Stanley signs with OnlyFans Jazmine Lowther signs with Arc'Teryx Cat Bradley signs with SATISFY Transgrancaria results Courtney Dauwalter's season opener Chuckanut preview Chianti by UTMB preview Jim Walmsley's season opener The Big Alta preview A lot more!   Caleb Olson's Substack   Sponsors:   Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ   Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

Seth Ruhling is a pro runner for The North Face living in Boulder, CO. A few weeks ago, Seth won and broke the course record at the Black Canyon 100k, earning a Golden Ticket to the Western States 100 in June. He's also a co-host of the viral sensation, Boulder Boys Podcast. This is his first appearance on the show.   Follow Seth on Strava   Topics discussed:   Seth's approach to competition through the lens of the 2023 CCC Background and history with sport His breakout race at the 2019 JFK How Jim Walmsley influenced Seth How Zach Miller enabled Seth's first pro contract We talk about the Boulder Boys, exploring each person's unique spirit and how it impacts the group Seth's training and the groove he found building towards Black Canyon Seth's spiritual life The strategy and execution at Black Canyon Look ahead to Western States The Boulder Boys Podcast A lot more!     Sponsors: Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

Riley Brady, a pro trail runner from Boulder, CO, recently conquered the Black Canyon 100k, setting a jaw-dropping course record. In this engaging conversation, he shares insights on the supportive Boulder running community and the importance of mental peace for peak performance. Riley reflects on his unconventional journey from the East Coast, the value of taking risks, and lessons learned from his win at Javelina. He also discusses the crucial role of personalized nutrition and coaching in preparing for grueling races like Western States.

In this special bonus episode, we make an important announcement about On's presenting sponsorship of TrailCon. Soft-launching in 2024, TrailCon returns to Palisades Tahoe June 24th & 25th with the critical support of On - the Swiss running and performance brand that's been growing massively in recent years.   This episode is broken into two parts. In the first half, David Kilgore joins the show again. The Global Head of Outdoor Athlete Strategy, David has been a critical member of the On team for years. David speaks about the partnership from On's perspective and how the brand is thinking about the trail market generally.   In the second half, our TrailCon partners Brendan Madigan and Doug Emslie join to expand a bit on the format and the vision for what we hope TrailCon achieves in 2025.    TrailCon is completely FREE and open to the public. Registration can be found here.    Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2025 Tarawera by UTMB! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Rotorua, NZ, an outdoor and trail sport mecca known for its rolling hills, thermal pools, and beautiful lakes, Tarawera plays host to four different race distances — 100m, 102k, 50k, & 21k.    Thanks to HOKA for supporting the show!

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2025 Tarawera by UTMB! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Rotorua, NZ, an outdoor and trail sport mecca known for its rolling hills, thermal pools, and beautiful lakes, Tarawera plays host to four different race distances — 100m, 102k, 50k, & 21k. We'll be covering as much as we can from all races, with a particular focus on the 102k where four Golden Tickets to Western States are on the line.    This is our official 102k pre-race show discussing the history of Tarawera, the course, the top contenders, and our predictions for how things might unfold.   Follow along for coverage all weekend and follow us on IG for race day coverage from the course.   Thanks to HOKA for supporting the show!

Kerry Suter, a local legend and the inaugural champion of the Tarawera Ultra Marathon, shares his expertise on the rich history and cultural significance of the Tarawera 102k race in New Zealand. He discusses the evolution of the event, highlighting its journey from a local gathering to a globally recognized competition. The conversation digs into race predictions, key contenders like Ruth Croft and Caitlin Fielder, and the importance of community spirit in trail running. Plus, a powerful story of resilience showcases the depth of connection within the trail running family.