The Drop

Southwest is basically Spirit Plus now, which makes this podcast Spirit Minus, but don’t worry– we’ll never charge you for all that baggage you’re carrying around. Zero guarantees this plane stays on course, because right after liftoff we veer right into King Richard III, Baltimore ice cream trucks, and our favorite variations of the Mandela Effect. Also, a couple of us signed up for the JFK 50 Miler, for better or for worse. Finally, we talk about the Tracksmith Eliot Racer, a surprisingly capable race day shoe with a super bouncy, dual layer ATPU and PEBAX midsole. Support our sponsors!SAYSKY X PUMAExperience the premium quality and unique design of the PUMA x SAYSKY collection. Check it out now at saysky.com and use code DROP15 to save. SWIFTWICKThe best running socks in the game, Swiftwick just launched their new spring collection this week, and Drop listeners can get 15% off their first purchase with code BELIEVE15. Shop here: https://swiftwick.com/collections/believeWAHOO FITNESS We’ve got a new series on YouTube that follows Thomas’ training to London using the Wahoo Kickr Run Treadmill. Follow along every Frida, and watch episode 2 here. You can learn more about the runner-focused treadmill (including seamless elevation and pace changes) and purchase one here.LMNTIt’s warming up, which means you’re sweating more, which means you need more salt. Like, a lot more. Luckily, LMNT has 1000 mg of the stuff, as well as potassium and magnesium. Get your free 8-count LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: http://drinklmnt.com/thedropINDEX00:00 - Intro4:11 - Richard III found under parking lot 18:43 - Baltimore Ice Cream Trucks21:28 - Southwest Airlines newest baggage policy 27:41 - Nerds Gummy Clusters30:58 - JFK 50 Miler42:58 - Training Talks / Wahoo Kickr RUN56:21 - The Mandela Effect1:00:46 - Horror Movies1:02:47 - Puma x Saysky 1:06:47 - Canadian Bacon vs. Bacon1:12:00 - Shoe talk (Tracksmith Eliot Racer)

A good collab is a great thing, and the all-new Puma x Saysky footwear and apparel collection hits all the right spots. We head up to Puma HQ in Boston to check out the collection and sit down for a podcast discussion with Saysky founder Lars C. Pedersen, as well as Puma designers and product line managers. Get the background on how it all came together, what went into the designs, and how much teamwork it takes to get a collaboration off the ground and into your hands.The Puma x Saysky collection features three key footwear silhouettes (ForeveRun Nitro 2, Deviate Nitro 3 and Deviate Nitro Elite 3), as well as a full range of men's and women's apparel. It launches globally on March 13 at 11:00 AM CET, and will be available to purchase on PUMA.com, SAYSKY.com, in PUMA Flagship stores and in select retailers across the globe.

It's a sign of the times that we ended up talking about the Tokyo Marathon, but first– we cover all the food topics we can with cockroach milk, Wendy's Thin Mint Frostys, Hop Water, and maybe some watermelon sugar (sounds like a great flavor of LMNT). Then we tie it all together with the Puma ForeverRun Nitro 2, a very comfortable and bouncy stability shoe, with just the right amount of support.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!LMNTThe LMNT Sample Pack includes 8 of our drink mix flavors. This is the perfect offer for anyone who wants either to find their favorite LMNT flavor, or to share LMNT with a friend.Get your LMNT sample pack here ➡ https://www.drinklmnt.com/thedrop

We've made a huge mistake and gave Karl a dedicated microphone. Robbe's taken aback by his golden voice, but the show goes on with a recap of our visit to Puma headquarters, overview on the Hoka Clifton 10, first thoughts on the Norda 005, and Thomas's recap of a raucous weekend with Taylor, head of the BITR Dirt Division. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!LAGOON PILLOWSStop being tired, get better sleep with Lagoon Pillows. We use them every night, you should too. Use discount code BELIEVE for 15% off your first order: https://www.lagoonsleep.com/believeSOARWe've partnered with SOAR to offer one lucky listener a SOAR Race Vest and Marathon Shorts to update their racing wardrobe. Simply sign up to receive SOAR email offers and news and one runner will be chosen at random and notified after 28/02/2025. Enter to win:https://www.soarrunning.com/en-us/blogs/news/believe-in-the-run-x-soarLMNTThe LMNT Sample Pack includes 8 of our drink mix flavors. This is the perfect offer for anyone who wants either to find their favorite LMNT flavor, or to share LMNT with a friend.Get your LMNT sample pack here ➡ https://www.drinklmnt.com/thedropINDEX00:00 Intro1:08 - Garfield & Friends3:57 - Lagoon Pillows6:00 - Boston Puma Trip6:58 - Cheesecake Factory gift card 46:34 - Tattoos49:49 - A Weekend in Baltimore with Taylor1:07:30 - Shoe talk

So many things happening in running right now, and not enough time to talk about them all. So we'll make sure to cover the rest. From Barcelona to BU to Blue from Old School, we keep you on the front lines of all the things you need to know, including Severance recaps and Starbucks rebrands. We also talk about the Diadora Gara Carbon 2, which we're pretty sure is just the Diadora Gara Carbon 1, but hey– it's still a great shoe.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!SOARWe've partnered with SOAR to offer one lucky listener a SOAR Race Vest and Marathon Shorts to update their racing wardrobe. Simply sign up to receive SOAR email offers and news and one runner will be chosen at random and notified after 28/02/2025.Enter to win https://www.soarrunning.com/en-us/blogs/news/believe-in-the-run-x-soarLMNTThe LMNT Sample Pack includes 8 of our drink mix flavors. This is the perfect offer for anyone who wants either to find their favorite LMNT flavor, or to share LMNT with a friend.Get your LMNT sample pack here ➡ https://www.drinklmnt.com/thedrop

Some of our favorite episodes are the conversations with the people behind the shoes. Richard Kuchinsky is a running shoe designer and founder of the Directive Collective Design Studios. He's worked with a number of brands over the years, seeking to combine aesthetics with performance in the best way possible. Hope you enjoy this conversation with Thomas about shoe design, trends, and everything behind what you wear on your feet.Follow Richard: https://www.instagram.com/rkuchinsky/Follow Directive Collective: https://www.instagram.com/directivecollective/

Always fun when you have to re-record an entire episode. That's what we had to do this week (after recording one of our best episodes over). We tried to replicate it the best we could by recapping the Super Bowl and the Millrose Games, marveling at Skechers audacity and insistence on ripping off On, and reminsicing about smoky dive bars and 8-bit video games. We also talk about the On Cloudsurfer 2, a daily trainer and first shoe of the On "SOFT WINS" campaign.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!SOARWe've partnered with SOAR to offer one lucky listener a SOAR Race Vest and Marathon Shorts to update their racing wardrobe. Simply sign up to receive SOAR email offers and news and one runner will be chosen at random and notified after 28/02/2025.Enter to winhttps://www.soarrunning.com/en-us/blogs/news/believe-in-the-run-x-soarLMNTThe LMNT Sample Pack includes 8 of our drink mix flavors. This is the perfect offer for anyone who wants either to find their favorite LMNT flavor, or to share LMNT with a friend.Get your LMNT sample pack here ➡ https://www.drinklmnt.com/thedrop

Live from the beautiful and warm waters of Miami, Florida, the Believe in the Run duo of Thomas and Meaghan chat with Val Weilert (Senior Designer Manager of Performance Road Footwear) and Rebekah Broh (Senior Director of Product) of Hoka about all things Bondi 9 and Cielo X1 2.0. Get a look behind the scenes of what goes into footwear design and development at Hoka.Read the review of the Hoka Cielo X1 2.0 ➡ https://believeintherun.com/shoe-reviews/hoka-cielo-x1-2-0-review/Read the review of the Hoka Bondi 9 ➡ https://believeintherun.com/shoe-reviews/hoka-bondi-9-review/

The hosts share their lively experiences from the Miami Half Marathon, including a humorous take on race challenges and energy gel taste tests. They explore Miami's vibrant culture, filled with scenic shakeout runs and amusing local anecdotes. From hydration necessity to post-race yacht gatherings, they capture the joy of racing and camaraderie. Expect light-hearted stories about pre-race antics, wildlife encounters, and personal reflections on running shoes, all wrapped in the lively atmosphere of Miami!

Dive into a whirlwind of topics from running routines and the quirky world of infomercial products to the lightweight Hoka Cielo X1 2.0 shoe. Hear hilarious anecdotes about home plumbing disasters and their connection to travel woes. Enjoy tales of trail races and personal adventures, including a coffee advent calendar filled with surprises. Plus, discover the fun of themed giveaways and a lively shakeout run in Miami! With humor and camaraderie, the conversation blends fitness, coffee, and unexpected reflections for an entertaining listen.