The no name winning is the best thing to happen to the sport in years. The trail running brands have tried to paint this clear path for “Elites” to podium at every race and the no name reminded the entire industry that this sport is made up of 99% of no names running for the love of the trails and the community. #hereforthenonames #hereforthetrails #hereforthecommunity #nothereforthesharpendofthesport
Wasatch 100 is pretty great, but its downfall is that some of the trails are poorly maintained. It's one thing to be difficult because the terrain is tough. It's another thing to be difficult because humans don't take care of many of the trails, including the dirt bike section.
Billy is truly a pioneer for sharing his and others journey on the trails, but don’t sell yourself short. This sport is always ready for new voices sharing their victories and learning opportunities. I can definitely vouch for those. Keep striving for greatness behind the mic and on the trails. CONSISTENCY wins when INSPIRATION is running on empty. Cheers.
"Sacrificing profit for quality" This is almost laughable. This is the most expensive running brand, by far, out there and the durability is questionable. You just have to look up the brand and forums will have lots of examples of poor customer service examples of Satisfy not standing behind their products when they fall apart from crooked stitching after limited use. Much like cheep product made in Chinese factories.
Went for a road run my last day in Barcelona. It was one of the most captive runs I have ever had. Also my legs thanked me for the break from Pyrenees elevation. My Altra Mont Blancs were also bald and now road shoes.
I’ll be running in a 24 hour event next month. I completed two 50k’s this past year…next month’s event is my bucket list attempt at running 50 miles at 60 years of age. Maybe further. Your podcast has been extremely helpful in my preparation…especially mentally. Things like “don’t put quit in the pantry” or enlarging the pain cave each time I visit, ala Courtney D. Your show makes a difference…thought you should know. 👍🏼
It's the border between India and Pakistan, I believe. It's a display of power between the two countries. Relations are quite tense because they can't agree on the border in the region of Kashmir. Those guys you see... they aren't kidding. It's a bit like the parallel 38 dividing the korean pesinsula.
Hellbender is awesome. It is a great challenge for a Flatlander. Richard and I spent a lot of hours together. It was a pleasure spending a few hours with Troy too. This is the only race that I honestly want to run every year. When you come home from a race with two different call signs, something is special. "Detroit" and "Yellow Jacket Guy." I'm also running the ticket for Snott Otter 100. 😅😂
Hellbender is a future classic. It’s a stunning course with really challenging sections that keep throwing punches. I’ll be back again next year for sure
Great interview and insight on Path Projects, which quickly became one of my favorite brands. The Sykes PX & AT classic fit 5 inch shorts are indefatigable on the trails and unbeatable on the streets! Appreciate the content Josh!
Great interview. Many people may have wanted more of a focus on running, but I appreciated the focus on the business and, ahem, path that brought them here.
Hey Josh, I'm the random guy who said hi about 10 minutes before the race started on Saturday! Dang it... DNF'd the 50-mile, started to fade when it got hot and then slowed down so much that I couldn't carry enough water between aid stations. Got weak & super crampy and bailed at mile 38. Bummer but it was still probably my funnest race in terms of hanging out with other runners along the way. In hindsight (for my ability level) if I would've strategized for 18-20hrs instead of 14-16 I think it would have gone better, but now at least I have a more realistic idea of how the heat can mess with your plans. Thanks for the interview!
@@borderlandstr You too! Yeah I might have to do a little forgetting first 😂but I could see doing it again after I get a better handle on surviving in the heat.
Thanks for the interview! I ran the 100 miler last year and it was a beast, really kicking my butt. The course/trail wasn't too bad and there were lot of runnable sections but the heat was unbearable...and the distance between aid stations were too long for a 100 miler. The first 50 miles (two loop course) only had 3 fully stocked aid stations (and two water drops) so that means only 6 total aid stations for 100 miles. Probably too few for non-elite "weekend warriors" who seek challenging but also enjoyable experience/race. The race allowed runners to drop to 50M (from 100M sign up) so that's what I did. Beautiful scenery though!
Hey! Thanks for the comment. I think they increased the number of aid stations this year. I really loved being at the start line this year. It’s such a beautiful setting.
Great episode with Tomo! He pushed me to keep going at Wasatch last year. On the climb out of brighton to catherines pass, i was throwing up everywhere, death marching and he had such a bright spirit and energy as he and his pacer passed me they encouraged me and we had some good banter and conversation during. I tried to hang on to them but he moved so swiftly 😅 anyways. Glad to see him on the pod! What a legend!
@@borderlandstr yes, I have a jacket, two shorts, and two bandanas. With nothing but handwashing the seams broke and when asked for a replacement they were rude and didn’t replace any, never been as disappointed from price and quality disconnect
I love these interviews and hearing runners perspectives on the sport and various races. It's what makes the sport so attractive. The people and places. Such an under rated channel, I hope it continues to grow. For anyone seeking an affordable 100 miler check out the crooked creek 100 in KY. $160 and currently 14 signed up for the 100 distance.
I attempted and completed my first 100 miler four weeks ago. I had previously completed three 100k races. I credit my strength training that got me to the finish line of 100 miles. I worked really hard in the gym. All the upper back work paid off too cause my pack all those hours never bothered me. My crew was amazing. Best of luck!
Have you reached out to Michael Bolton’s people to get him involved next year? Starting gun by Michael Bolton? The Michael Bolton aid station, featuring Michael Bolton?
These values, this romanticism, this way of being in the world are why I love Satisfy and have followed Bryce Partouche's work since April 77. Long may you both sail.
Loving this interview style content you're doing as well as the real footage of your race experiences. It is really inspiring to me as I'm trying my 1st 100 miler this December. Bri seems so cool and bubbly. I bet it was a sight to see her projectile vomit lol.
