On this episode of the Headlamp Hour we talk with Tyler Green and Rachel Drake - the trail running couple sponsored by Nike and based in Portland Oregon.
In addition to trail running, Tyler is a high school cross country coach and Rachel just finished up medical school, but most importantly they are parents to their 16 month old boy Lewis!
On this episode we talk about Tyler and Rachel’s recent trip and races in Hong Kong, Tyler’s conservative and consistent but sometimes aggressive racing style, what their typical day looks like as parents, a coach, and a recently minted doctor. We talk about Tyler’s spirituality and love for reading. We discuss Rachel’s Olympic trials qualifier but her decision to ultimately focus on the trails and go Golden Ticket hunting instead.
We also discuss the opportunities and challenges associated with being a sponsored married couple. We finish up by talking about Rachel’s upcoming race at the Black Canyon 100k, and where they might end up for Rachel’s medical residency training. I hope you enjoy the conversation!
Photo credit: @hellobrigit
Follow Rachel and Tyler! Rachel’s Strava - https://www.strava.com/pros/14331950 Rachel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rachelraedrake/?hl=en Tyler’s Strava - https://www.strava.com/pros/1649830 Tyler’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/narrowgreenarrow/?hl=en Follow Nate! Nate’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nate.jewkes/ Nate’s Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/16021854
