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Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Canyons by UTMB, brought to you in partnership with our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their long-term belief in and support of Freetrail! Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman and he's joined by long-time co-host Corrine Malcolm. We are recording from the Placer Land Trust office which sits directly in front of The Canyons finish line located in downtown Auburn. Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Canyons by UTMB. --Thursday April 23rd LIVE at 5pm PT: 100k Preview: Storylines, Stats and Contenders - -Friday April 24th LIVE at 12pm PT: Golden Ticket Predictions at 12pm PT: Final Thoughts & Canyons 50k Preview --Saturday April 25th LIVE at 5pm PT: Canyons by UTMB Instant Recap Show: Golden Tickets, Podium Interviews & Race Highlights Check out the HOKA Speedgoat 7 shoes, a grippy, responsive ride for technical terrain. You can also head over to the HOKA Speedgoat 7 Vert Challenge on Strava: https://www.strava.com/challenges/5640?utm_source=social&utm_medium=challenge_partner&utm_campaign=hoka_challenge_5640&_branch_match_id=1538634737242359682&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAAwXBQQqAIBAF0BOpyyCIFh0kpvqpaM4wDrbr7L2XzKTPIXRTGuRJxNfcSkhcyHUBrshkbnIDau5MVCtaxPopbqjmFvdD%2Be3QZUvKD35ZAzWTUQAAAA%3D%3D Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at HOKA! Freetrail Links: Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | / dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrai... YouTube | / @freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | / dylan-bowman-06174380

Rest Day Live is back tonight with Tim Tollefson in the co-host chair, broadcasting from Boston on Marathon Monday. We're joined at the top of the show by Molly Seidel to discuss her upcoming races at Canyons 50k and Western States, along with her new partnership with SATISFY. We'll be LIVE on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT. Run of Show Molly Seidel interview Mathieu Blanchard joins KIPRUN Zach Miller Golden Ticket chase Madeira Island Ultra Trail preview Jim's IG nugget Canyons Trailgating + Mammoth Trailfest updates Strava file of the week Bonus Miles (Freetrail Pro) Join Freetrail Pro to access the after show Links & Resources Subscribe to the newsletter: https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup Join Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro Register for TrailCon: https://trailconference.com/register/ Sponsors NEVERSECOND — Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order: https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna — Use code FREETRAIL for a discount: https://healwithheat.com/ Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

Molly Seidel is a pro runner and Olympic medalist living in Flagstaff, AZ. Currently transitioning from road marathons to trails, Molly recently finished 4th place at the Black Canyon 100k, earning a Golden Ticket to the 2026 Western States 100, which will serve as her much anticipated 100-mile debut.   Today, we're announcing Molly's signing of a long-term contract with SATISFY, a disruptive running brand based in Paris, France. This move represents a huge piece of free agency news in the sport.    Topics:   - How Molly came to be connected with the brand - Brand/athlete fit: Molly and SATISFY attitude alignment - Bigger offers on the table? - Product development plans including WS kit - Black Canyon reflections - Racing against a new cohort of athletes after her road career - Molly's training and support team  - Developing trail specific skills - A lot more!     REGISTER FOR TRAILCON   Sponsors:   Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount on Clearlight Saunas at HealWithHeat.com Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ   Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

Rest Day Live is back tonight with Dylan Bowman and co-host Corrine Malcolm. We'll be LIVE on YouTube every Monday starting at 5pm PT. Run of Show Gorge Waterfalls storylines Marathon des Sables recap Calamorro Skyrace Ryan Becker signs with Kailas FUGA Strava File of the Week Links & Resources SUBSCRIBE TO FREETRAIL'S NEWSLETTER https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup JOIN FREETRAIL PRO https://freetrail.com/pro REGISTER FOR TRAILCON https://trailconference.com/register/ REGISTER FOR THE BIG ALTA https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 REGISTER FOR GORGE WATERFALLS https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 Sponsors NEVERSECOND Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount https://healwithheat.com/ Ketone Go to ketone.com/Freetrail30 for 30% off your first subscription order.       Freetrail Website — https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro — https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon — https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts — https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter — https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava — https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

Welcome to Freetrail's official coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls! We're proud to partner with presenting sponsor All Conditions Gear (ACG). Their support has been instrumental in elevating this event, and we're excited to have them on the ground in Cascade Locks all week long. All coverage and athlete interviews throughout the week are hosted by Dylan Bowman, sitting down with many of this year's top contenders. Today's Show: Gorge Waterfalls 50k Recap + Podium Interviews Hosted by Dylan Bowman with co-host Corrine Malcolm. Gorge Waterfalls Week Coverage Schedule Monday, April 6 — Rest Day Live + 30k Preview Tuesday, April 7 — 100k Preview Wednesday, April 8 — 50k Preview Thursday, April 9 — Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday, April 10 — 30k Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday, April 11 — 100k Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday, April 12 — 50k Recap + Podium Interviews + Week Wrap-Up Play Freetrail Fantasy Compete in Freetrail's fantasy trail running game for a chance to win prizes, including Freetrail gear and special items from Nike ACG: https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events Freetrail Links Website — https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro — https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon — https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts — https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter — https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava — https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

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Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls!    First off, we'd like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, All Conditions Gear (ACG). We're extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond!   All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year.   Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman with co-host Corrine Malcolm.   Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls: Monday April 6th: Rest Day Live + 30k Race Preview Tuesday April 7th: 100k Race Preview Wednesday April 8th: 50k Race Preview  Thursday April 9th: Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday April 10th: 30k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday April 11th: 100k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday April 12th: 50k Race Recap + Podium Interviews + Gorge Waterfalls Week Wrap Up Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at Nike ACG! Links & Resources Subscribe to the newsletter: https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslet... Join Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro Register for TrailCon: https://trailconference.com/register/ Register for The Big Alta: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Register for Gorge Waterfalls: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Sponsors NEVERSECOND — Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order: https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna — Use code FREETRAIL for a discount: https://healwithheat.com/ Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon:   / dylanbowman   I Instagram:   / runfreetrail   YouTube:    / @freetrail   Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram:   / dylanbo   Twitter:   / dylanbo   LinkedIn:   / dylan-bowman-06174380   Strava:   / strava  

First off, we'd like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, All Conditions Gear (ACG). We're extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond!   All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year.   Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls: Monday April 6th: Rest Day Live + 30k Race Preview Tuesday April 7th: 100k Race Preview Wednesday April 8th: 50k Race Preview  Thursday April 9th: Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday April 10th: 30k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday April 11th: 100k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday April 12th: 50k Race Recap + Podium Interviews + Gorge Waterfalls Week Wrap Up Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at Nike ACG!   Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls!    First off, we'd like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, All Conditions Gear (ACG). We're extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond!   All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year.   Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman with Corrine Malcolm.   Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls: Monday April 6th: Rest Day Live + 30k Race Preview Tuesday April 7th: 100k Race Preview Wednesday April 8th: 50k Race Preview  Thursday April 9th: Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday April 10th: 30k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday April 11th: 100k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday April 12th: 50k Race Recap + Podium Interviews + Gorge Waterfalls Week Wrap Up Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at Nike ACG!   Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

🚨Breaking News: Yao Miao signs with All Conditions Gear🚨 One of the biggest moves of the 2026 free agency season, ACG adds the back-to-back OCC champion to their growing roster.  We had the honor of sitting down with Miao at Nike World Headquarters this week to learn more about her story and this significant new partnership.  Miao will be racing Gorge 50k this Sunday as part of her 2026 season that will also include the Val d'Aran 100k and CCC. Beginning a new chapter in multiple ways, this calendar signifies an exciting return to long course racing  for Miao after several seasons focusing on short to mid distance. 🍿   Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls!    First off, we'd like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, All Conditions Gear (ACG). We're extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond!   All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year.   Today's show is hosted by Dylan Bowman with co-host Corrine Malcolm.   Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls: Monday April 6th: Rest Day Live + 30k Race Preview Tuesday April 7th: 100k Race Preview Wednesday April 8th: 50k Race Preview  Thursday April 9th: Elite Men's & Women's Panels Friday April 10th: 30k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Saturday April 11th: 100k Race Recap + Podium Interviews Sunday April 12th: 50k Race Recap + Podium Interviews + Gorge Waterfalls Week Wrap Up Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners at Nike ACG!   Links & Resources Subscribe to the newsletter: https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup Join Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro Register for TrailCon: https://trailconference.com/register/ Register for The Big Alta: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 Register for Gorge Waterfalls: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 Sponsors NEVERSECOND — Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order: https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna — Use code FREETRAIL for a discount: https://healwithheat.com/ Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921  

Rest Day Live is back tonight with Tim Tollefson and Corrine Malcolm in the co-host chairs. We're going live on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT. Run of Show Athletes dealing with setbacks: Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Francesco Puppi Athletes in prime form: Ben Dhiman, Abby Hall, Rod Farvard Gorge Waterfalls storylines + 30k preview Salomon "Next Gen" program Strava file of the week Bonus Miles (Freetrail Pro) How Ryan made The Big Alta 100k highlight video Links & Resources Subscribe to the newsletter: https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup Join Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro Register for TrailCon: https://trailconference.com/register/ Register for The Big Alta: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 Register for Gorge Waterfalls: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 Sponsors NEVERSECOND — Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order: https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna — Use code FREETRAIL for a discount: https://healwithheat.com/ Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

Jacob Banta is a pro trail runner and photographer based in Mill Valley, CA. He's been building a strong racing resume in the sport for a few years before achieving a big breakthrough in February when he finished 2nd place at the Tarawera 100k in New Zealand. That result earned Jacob a Golden Ticket to the Western States 100 in June. This podcast coincides with Jacob signing his first professional running contract with Altra -- an important moment for any ambitious athlete.   Topics: What makes you you? Jacob's experience racing motocross Dealing with traumatic brain injuries and concussions An email Jacob's mother Misty sent to Freetrail The importance of being given an opportunity Jacob's coach, Rick Floyd Earning a Golden Ticket How the Altra partnership came to be Practicing patience while building a pro athletic career Visualization and cultivating belief Training and goals for Western States Upcoming race at the Gorge Waterfalls 50k A lot more!   Tarawera Instant Recap Show with Jacob's post-race interview   Watch The Big Alta 100k Highlight Video   REGISTER FOR TRAILCON   Sponsors: Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount on Clearlight Saunas at HealWithHeat.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

Rest Day Live is back with special guest Rachel Entrekin. We kick things off with a post-Chianti interview before Tim Tollefson joins the show to break down the latest news from around the sport. We'll be LIVE on YouTube at 5pm PT. Run of Show 1:00 — Breaking News 4:00 — Rachel Entrekin post-Chianti interview 35:25 — François D'Haene 2026 race calendar 52:01 — Shen Jiasheng joins Salomon 57:42 — Fuzhao Xiang new sponsor speculation 1:03:53 — Strava File of the Week Bonus Miles (Freetrail Pro) Trail House Boulder discussion Links & Resources SUBSCRIBE TO FREETRAIL'S NEWSLETTER https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup JOIN FREETRAIL PRO https://freetrail.com/pro REGISTER FOR TRAILCON https://trailconference.com/register/ REGISTER FOR THE BIG ALTA https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 REGISTER FOR GORGE WATERFALLS https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 Sponsors NEVERSECOND Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna Use code FREETRAIL for an exclusive discount https://healwithheat.com/   Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

Welcome to Rest Day Live, Freetrail's weekly livestream breaking down the biggest stories in trail running. Tonight, Corrine Malcolm and Tim Tollefson step into the co-host chairs, carrying the show after a big weekend at The Big Alta. We'll also be sharing some exciting breaking news right at the top of the show. We'll be live on YouTube at 5pm PT. The Docket: Breaking news: Major confirmed keynote speaker at TrailCon Chianti recap and Golden Ticket recipients Chuckanut recap The Big Alta final thoughts Strava file of the week Bonus Miles: Mailbag and training updates (available for Freetrail Pro members)   Links & Resources: JOIN FREETRAIL PRO https://freetrail.com/pro REGISTER FOR TRAILCON https://trailconference.com/register/ REGISTER FOR THE BIG ALTA https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 REGISTER FOR GORGE WATERFALLS https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 Sponsors: NEVERSECOND Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount with purchase Freetrail Links: Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Links: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921