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On Under the Tent we take a deep dive into what it takes to be an ultramarathoner and the behind the scenes activity come race day. On this podcast we will interview your average daily runners, to some of the best professionals on the trails. Lace up your shoes, throw in your headphones, and prepare to be blown away by some of the most thrilling stories in the sport.

Podcast episodes

Check latest episodes from Under the Tent podcast

Episode 5 - Jim Blandford

2021/12/31

On this episode we talk with Jim Blandford about his incredible feat in 2020 with over 1 million vertical feet gained for the year. We take a dive into his countless wins at the Labor Pain 12 HR endurance race, Virgil Crest 50M and many more. Jim has been a part of multiple FKT's on some of the most technical and grueling trails of the North East. Along with his day to day adventures, he hosts Tuesday night hill repeats in and around the Hamburg area.

Episode 4 - Greg Zinner

2021/09/12

On this episode we talk with ultra runner Greg Zinner about his start to ultra running, how he became an author, and the struggles he faced with alcohol. Greg has run some very big races including the Boston Marathon 3 times, the Iron Mountain 50 Miler, and multiple 12hr and last man standing events. He has taken his skills and knowledge to the coaching realm and is the head cross country coach at New Hanover high school in North Carolina. There are no signs of slowing down for Greg as he plans on racing an event in every state of the U.S!

Episode 3 - Matt Shepard

2021/08/22

Matt Shepard is a Canadian ultra-runner with an extensive list of career races. Matt competed in the 2019 Big Dogs Backyard Ultra in Tennessee as well as the Across the Years 6 day race in Arizona. Matt's training regime includes many out of the box ways of thinking and pushing his body. We talk about these things and so much more on this weeks episode

Episode 2- Scott Snell

2021/08/04

Scott Snell is an avid ultra runner and is making his move in the backyard ultra scene. Scott has picked up wins at both the Run Ragged and Keystone Backyard Ultras. He is a father of three boys and has the added challenge of both balancing family time and time on the trails. You can follow Scott's blog "Beast Coast Trail Running" for more info and insight into his career.

Episode 1- The Ultramarathonboys

2021/07/25

On this episode we talk with Dan King and Albert Propst of the Ultramarathonboys. Both Dan and Albert attempted the D&L FKT this past spring with Dan going the full 159 miles for a new record. These boys are no stranger to pain and are always looking for the next chance to push themselves!