Advertise on podcast: Trail Talk

This week on Trail Talk, Aaron Shimmons and Ricki Wynne discuss Jim Walmsley's controversial stance on pacers at elite ultramarathon races: Hot Take:- Jim Walmsley calls for pacer bans at Western States and Black Canyon 100k- Should elite runners have pacers at golden ticket races?- The pacer debate in professional ultra running Mourne Mountains Meetup:- Trail Talk community meetup recap from the Mourne Mountains New episodes drop every week in audio and video formats. / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / - / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 Communityhttps://linktr.ee/irunovermountains

This week on Trail Talk, Aaron Shimmons and Ricki Wynne recap the opening weekend of both the UTMB World Series and World Trail Majors: Race Coverage:- Arc of Attrition by UTMB recap: Brutal UK winter conditions and standout performances- Hong Kong 100 recap: UTMB World Series and World Trail Majors season opener Listener Q&A:We answer your question: "I'm stepping up from 50k to 100k this year. How long should my long runs be?" Plus: Our weekly training update and exciting news about Trail Talk community meetups at Swiss Canyon Trail and our Winter Meet in the Mourne Mountains! New episodes drop every week in audio and video formats. / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / - / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 Communityhttps://linktr.ee/irunovermountains

This week on Trail Talk, Aaron and HOKA Pro Runner Ricki Wynne break down the latest in ultra-trail running: Race Coverage:- Winter Spine Race highlights and standout performances- Terra de Gigantes recap from the Canary Islands- Arc of Attrition preview: What to expect from this brutal UK winter ultra- Hong Kong 100 preview: Course insights and contenders to watch- Breaking news: Max King joins Kailas FUGA team Listener Q&A:We tackle your questions on bouncing back from DNFs, the Suunto vs Coros debate, representation in ultra-running media, and our hosting origin story. Plus: Our weekly training segment with practical tips for your running. New episodes drop every week in audio and video formats. / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / - / - /- / - / - / - / - / - / Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 Communityhttps://linktr.ee/irunovermountains

In this episode, we cover the Winter Spine Race, including the course, conditions, athletes racing, and our thoughts on how the event is shaping up. We also discuss the situation involving Sarah Porter following reported death threats and her withdrawal from the race. If you’d like to support Sarah, a charity donation page has been set up here:https://www.gofundme.com/f/sarah-porter-spine-race-2026 We also cover: The MAD Burrito League — what it is and what we’ve set up Hans Troyer signing with HOKA Joe Gray leaving HOKA and what could come next A major Suunto firmware update, including NGP / GAP now available as a data field Molly Seidel racing on trail for the first time at Bandera, winning and setting a course record Updates on the Swiss Canyon Trail and Mourne Winter meet-upsWe also briefly discuss how training has gone over the past week, including bike power intervals and uphill treadmill running. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 Communityhttps://linktr.ee/irunovermountains

In this episode, we kick off the new year with a reset and a general catch-up. We discuss the new UTMB mobility policy and how it could create confusion for athletes attending the World Finals in Chamonix. We cover recent pro contract moves, including Jenn Lichter and Hans Troyer. We discuss heart rate–based training, referencing Francesco Puppi’s heart rate data and comparing different training approaches. We also cover: New year goals and training intentions Upcoming community meet-ups, including a winter meet-up in the Mournes and Swiss Canyon Trail in May A planned training adventure around the Mourne 600s in FebruaryThis episode serves as a reset for the year and a check-in on training, racing, and current topics in trail running. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 Communityhttps://linktr.ee/irunovermountains

A reflective wrap on the highs and lows of the 2025 trail running season, both personally and across the wider sport. With Trail Talk regulars Ricki Wynne and Krissi Polentz, we look back on the moments that defined the year — standout performances, difficult controversies, and experiences that shaped our own season. We cover: Ruth Croft’s historic achievement as the first woman to win OCC, CCC and UTMB The success of the World Championships, from TV coverage to competitive racing Lows including Camille Herron’s public response around neurodiversity and the Joyline Chepngeno doping case A Western States trip and the US trail running community Covering TOR330 and fastpacking sections of the route Coming back from injury after UTA to run strongly at GPT100 An early-season high following the Winter Spine RaceAn honest conversation about performance, accountability, resilience, and what the season revealed about the sport. 📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts covering races, athletes, and the bigger picture. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30 Communityhttps://linktr.ee/irunovermountains #UltraTrail #TrailRunningPodcast #TrailTalkPod #UTMB #TOR330

A regular weekly check-in covering training context, the wider trail running landscape, and what’s been happening recently. We look at Strava stats for the year and what they actually say about consistency and training patterns, before moving into updates around World Trail Majors, including Swiss Canyon Trail and Grand Raid stepping away from the series. We also wrap up with a UTMB 2025 update and a short Trail Talk podcast year-in-review. We cover: Yearly Strava stats and training context World Trail Majors updates and changes Swiss Canyon Trail & Grand Raid news UTMB 2025 context and takeaways Trail Talk podcast year in reviewA grounded weekly episode focused on context, consistency, and where the sport is heading. 📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts covering races, athletes, training, and the bigger picture. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30 Communityhttps://linktr.ee/irunovermountains #UltraTrail #TrailRunningPodcast #TrailTalkPod #WorldTrailMajors #UTMB2025

Harry Jones is a professional runner for Merrell, coming off a win at TransLantau by UTMB in Hong Kong. We talk about what it really takes to build longevity in pro trail running — from Harry’s early years living and racing across Asia, to launching a YouTube channel years ahead of its time, to navigating sponsorship changes and form over a long career. We cover: Winning TransLantau by UTMB and how the race unfolded Growing up and racing across Asia Building a YouTube channel to 73k+ subscribers The realities of professional running beyond results Moving from HOKA to Merrell Longevity, patience, and staying competitive over timeA grounded conversation about performance, creativity, and playing the long game in trail running. 📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts: races, athletes, gear, training and stories from the mountains. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30 Communityhttps://linktr.ee/irunovermountains #UltraTrail #TrailRunningPodcast #TrailTalkPod #TransLantau #MerrellRunning

Communityhttps://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains

A full breakdown of TRE 2025 (The Running Event) in San Antonio with Cole Townsend of Running Supply and Krissi Polentz, Trail Talk contributor. We talk through how the show has evolved, what brands are doing, and the gear everyone is talking about. We cover: Nike ACG’s arrival in trail Satisfy’s closed booth + updates to TheROCKER & the TEAM shoe Tantrums’ Bodega-style booth and hydration vests stealing the show Norda’s reveal of the 055 mountain super shoe + new colourways Mount to Coast’s aid-station-style booth and what 2026 may look like Running Supply’s vintage tee collaboration with Salomon Why TRE has become the most important industry week of the yearCheck out Cole’s Running Supply Newsletter:https://running.supply/https://runningsupply.substack.com/ A real inside look at TRE — the smart moves, the surprises, and the standout innovations. 📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts: races, athletes, gear, training and stories from the mountains. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30 Communityhttps://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains #TRE2025 #TrailRunningPodcast #TrailTalkPod #RunningGear #Norda055 #TheROCKER

This week we break down training updates, the new watch that we’re testing, Dale’s Hardrock Hundred pick’s and a lot more… We talk through: Current training directionFirst impressions of the Suunto Vertical 2Nnormal’s new vest and expansion packThoughts on the norda 055 super shoeDale’s Hardrock 100 picksWhat’s catching our eye in the gear worldPlans for the next training block📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts: races, athletes, gear, training and stories from the mountains. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30 Communityhttps://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains #UltraTrail #TrailRunningPodcast #TrailTalkPod #RunningGear #Hardrock100

Ethan Peters has one of the most unique entries into ultra-trail — beginning with a 100 miler and going on to win major international events including UTS (Ultra-Trail Snowdonia) and UTMB Bariloche in Argentina. He is now a professional athlete with norda. We talk about: Growing up in Canada and finding running Why his first big step into the sport was a 100 mile race Winning UTS in the UK His victory at UTMB Bariloche and how the race unfolded How he connected with norda and became a sponsored athlete Training, mindset and what comes nextA grounded conversation with one of the most exciting young athletes breaking through on the global ultra-trail scene. 📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts: races, athletes, training and stories from the mountains. Merch https://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10% https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15% https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDna Code: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30% https://www.gorewear.com Discount Code: irunovermountains30 Community https://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains #UltraTrail #TrailRunningPodcast #TrailTalkPod #UTS #UTMBBariloche #NordaRun

A full breakdown of the last few weeks of training, racing and recovery — including the 30K and 50K races, plus reflections on UTMB Kosciuszko, where I was working media on the 100K event. We also talk through Ricki’s return to the base block, what the coming phases of training look like, and the usual Trail Talk banter around planning, racing and staying consistent. We cover: Key lessons from the 30K race 50K debrief and recovery UTMB Kosciuszko reflections and working media on the 100K Ricki’s return to base training Off-season and in-season structure Training focus areas for the next blockA grounded catch-up episode on racing, training load, recovery, mindset and what’s ahead. 📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts: races, athletes, training and stories from the mountains. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30 Communityhttps://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains #UltraTrail #TrailRunningPodcast #TrailTalkPod #Training #Racing #Recovery

A look at running culture in 2025 with Will from Leggggs and Cole Townsend from Running Supply — two people deeply embedded in the style, media and community side of the sport. We talk about: The explosion of run clubs and how they’ve changed the sport The rise of branded run clubs like the Satisfy LSD meet-ups Style, identity and the shift toward “vibe” culture in running Narcissism in running and the performance of social running The growth of vibe-first running accounts with little or no substance What’s healthy, what’s not, and where culture is heading nextA real conversation about where running is right now — the good, the strange, and everything in between. 📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts: races, athletes, culture, training and stories from the mountains. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30 Communityhttps://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains #RunningCulture #TrailRunningPodcast #TrailTalkPod #RunClubs #RunningCommunity

Nicole Paton finished 2nd at the GPT100 Miler and was crowned the AUTRA 100 Mile Australian Champion, making her the first Australian home at this year’s race. We talk through her background across trail, ultra and sky running, her experiences racing at the World Championships in Austria and the Pyrenees, and then break down her run at GPT100 — strategy, pacing, gear, challenges and key moments. We cover: Nicole’s history in trail, ultra and sky running Lessons from racing the World Champs How she built her race plan for GPT100 Key moments across the technical Grampians Peaks Trail Pacing, nutrition, gear and execution Finishing as AUTRA Champion Where she wants to go next in the sportA grounded and insightful look at one of Australia’s standout ultra-trail athletes. 📌 Weekly ultra-trail podcasts: races, athletes, training, and stories from the mountains. Merchhttps://store.irunovermountains.com/ XMiles 10%https://xmiles.avln.me/c/FlZlRfhosOqx Tantrums 15%https://tantrums.avln.me/c/SrLvDYbqkDnaCode: TrailTalk15 GOREWEAR 30%https://www.gorewear.comDiscount Code: irunovermountains30 Communityhttps://bit.ly/m/irunovermountains #GPT100 #UltraTrail #TrailRunningPodcast #NicolePaton #TrailTalkPod