Tom Joly of the Kailas FUGA Elite Team joins the podcast to talk through a pivotal stretch in his season — dealing with a DNF at UTMB, addressing iron deficiency, and putting together a strong, confident run to finish 3rd at Grand Trail des Templiers.

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• Executing a composed race at Templiers

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A full debrief from the GPT100 Miler — one of the toughest new ultras on the Grampians Peaks Trail.

We break down what really happened on race day:

• Strategy, pacing, and staying in control across 100 miles
• Nutrition and hydration when the weather turned bad
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• How it felt to finally put it all together and finish 5th Masters Male

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Benn Coubrough finished 2nd at the Moab 240, a 240-mile race through Utah’s desert and mountains — running for 68 hours with barely any sleep.

In this episode, we talk about his journey into running and what led to this breakthrough performance in the US.

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• Nutrition, pacing, and managing sleep deprivation
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• A full breakdown of his race from start to finish
• What it’s like to push that deep for nearly three days

Benn’s story captures what makes these huge ultras so fascinating — grit, strategy, and the will to keep moving when everything says stop.

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It’s post-race and pre-race all in one week.

We look back at Mallorca by UTMB, unpacking Ricki’s race — what went wrong, what he learned, and what comes next. Then it’s onto GPT100 race week: my taper, gear, objectives, mindset, and a few shoutouts to the legends in our community.

We talk about:

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• GPT100 taper strategy and pre-race planning
• Gear choices, pacing and mindset for race week
• Upcoming goals and focus for the next few months
• Community stories and shoutouts

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The GPT100 Miler is one of the newest and toughest races in the World Trail Majors — and a Hardrock 100 qualifier set on the Grampians Peaks Trail in Australia.

In this episode, we talk with:

• Joe Dorph – Race Director of the GPT100
• Michael Dunstan – 2023 male and overall winner + course record holder
• Kellie Angel – 2023 female winner + course record holder
• Dan Jones – Pro trail runner for Terrex, racing the 4-day Stage Race
• Caleb Olson – 2025 Western States Champion and current World Trail Majors leader

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• How athletes are preparing for the race
• Training specificity and adaptation for the terrain
• Nutrition, pacing, and race strategy
• How the event fits into the global World Trail Majors calendar

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Andy Glaze finally finished the Moab 240 — after two DNFs.

In this episode, we unpack the journey back to Moab, the lessons from failure, and the mindset required to return and finish one of the toughest ultras.

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• The story behind his first two attempts at Moab 240
• Training, pacing, and what changed this time
• Nutrition, sleep management, and crewing
• Mental strategies for a multi-day ultra
• What “redemption” means after years of trying

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Cole Townsend is the voice behind Running Supply, one of the most respected newsletters in the running world — covering gear, apparel, and the culture that connects it all.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The creation and growth of Running Supply
• Cole’s background in running and the stories that shaped his approach
• Thoughts on key brands like Satisfy and Tracksmith
• The balance between product, performance, and identity
• Where the running industry is heading next

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Martin Perrier finished 2nd at the Tor des Géants, one of the most demanding ultras on the planet — a 330+ km race through the Italian Alps with over 24,000 metres of ascent.

In this conversation, we talk about what it really takes to perform at that level:

• Martin’s background and path into ultra-trail running
• Strengths that define his style — climbing, pacing, and fearlessness on descents
• How he trains for the extremes of a race like TOR
• A blow-by-blow look at his incredible run this year
• The mindset behind pushing beyond limits

This one goes deep into what separates good ultra-runners from great ones — and what it means to race for days in the high mountains.

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It’s a big month in ultra-trail. Mallorca by UTMB and the GPT100 Miler are both around the corner, and this week we talk training, racing, and what’s happening across the sport right now.

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• Final prep heading into both races
• Training insights and balancing recovery
• Travel, weather, and course details for Mallorca and GPT100
• Recent ultra-trail news and standout performances
• What’s next as the season builds toward the end of the year

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Two big races are coming up — Mallorca by UTMB and the GPT100 — and this week is all about training and recovery.

In this episode, we go through how we’re managing the final block before racing, what’s working, and how we’re setting up the balance between rest, intensity and travel.

We talk about:

• Key sessions in the final build-up
• Recovery protocols and how we track fatigue
• Preparing for two very different race environments
• What we’ve learned from previous training blocks
• Managing travel and race readiness in back-to-back events

If you’re racing soon or fine-tuning your own ultra prep, this one’s for you.

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2nd place at the Tor des Glaciers 450k.
But that’s only part of Brian Mullins’ story.

In this conversation:

• A childhood spent hiking and discovering the outdoors
• Alpinism and learning the mountains the hard way
• 20 years of racing the world’s biggest ultras
• Training and mindset for multi-day events
• Living and racing as a type 1 diabetic
• Why the spirit of adventure still drives him

Brian is more than an ultra-runner. He’s a true adventurer, and his perspective on racing, training and life in the mountains is one of the most fascinating I’ve come across.

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The Trail & Mountain Running World Championships 2025 are complete — and the defining theme was pride: racing for your country, wearing the national kit, and lining up on the world stage.

In this debrief episode, we reflect on the atmosphere in the mountains, the stories that stood out, and what makes the World Championships such a unique and powerful event in trail and mountain running.

We talk about:

• The pride of racing for your country
• The atmosphere and scale of a true global championship
• Memorable moments and takeaways from this year’s Worlds
• Why the event matters so much for the sport’s growth
• Final reflections on an inspiring week in the mountains

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Noor van der Veen is the new women’s champion of the Tor des Géants.

We dig into her background in sport, the impressive fastest known times (FKTs) she’s set, and how she conquered the 330 km Tor330 ultra trail through Italy’s Aosta Valley. We cover race strategy, sleep management, fueling, and what it takes to win one of the hardest mountain ultra running events in the world.

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The Trail World Championships 2025 are here — and it’s race week.

In this episode, we dive into training blocks, race previews, and answer your biggest questions about the event. From course details to storylines to who’s looking sharp, this is your go-to listen before the racing starts.

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• Training approaches in the lead-up to Worlds
• What to watch across men’s & women’s fields
• Key storylines, rivalries & dark horses
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• How the championships are shaping up for 2025

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We’re live from the course at the Tor des Géants — and the energy is unreal.

This is a raw drop from out in the Aosta Valley: runners deep in the pain cave, fans out in force, and the mountains delivering everything from sunshine to storms. No script, just trail talk from one of the most brutal and beautiful races on the planet.

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• Vibes from key life bases and trail sections
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It’s Tor des Géants week – and this episode is all about what’s happening in the mountains right now.

I just finished fastpacking the Tor route in the Aosta Valley and give a full breakdown of how it went. We also get into:

• What to expect as the 330 km TOR kicks off
• Training reflections heading into the World Trail & Mountain Running Champs
• Notes on gear, pacing, recovery, and staying sharp in the big weeks
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UTMB week is done — and we’re recapping it all from the streets of Chamonix.

In this episode, we wrap up the 2025 UTMB and CCC races, the big performances, the blowups, and the atmosphere across an unforgettable week in the Alps. It’s a closing party of race takes, stories, and everything we saw on and off the course.

We break down:

• Who delivered, who blew up, and who surprised us

• The biggest moves in the UTMB men’s and women’s races

• Wild cards and late-race drama in the CCC

• Atmosphere in Chamonix: fans, brands & chaos

• What we’ll remember most from UTMB 2025

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UTMB Week is here — and we’re breaking down the big race and all the things we've seen in Chamonix.

In this episode, we go deep (and wide) on the elite fields, dark horses, and wild cards. It’s predictions, banter, bold takes, and everything you need to know before the races kick off.

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Tom Joly is one of the UK’s top mountain runners and a rising contender at UTMB. In this episode, we talk about his build-up, how he’s approaching UTMB 2025, and what it’s like running on the edge of performance at the sharp end of the sport.

We cover:

• Training and race prep leading into UTMB
• Lessons from past race blowups & breakthrough performances
• His gear setup with Kailas FUGA — shoes, vests, and tech
• What it takes to compete against the world’s best
• Mental strategies and racing with intent

Whether you’re chasing a finish or looking to crack the top 50, this episode offers insights from someone racing with full focus.

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Patrick Stangbye is a Norwegian ultra-trail athlete and the creative director at PORTAL – a brand redefining high-performance outdoor gear. In this episode, we talk about his unique path blending art direction and mountain running, his work behind PORTAL’s minimal and functional aesthetic, and how he approaches long days in the mountains.

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• Building PORTAL from the ground up
• Life as a designer and athlete
• Balancing creativity with high performance
• The Scandinavian approach to mountain culture
• Running, gear, design, and identity

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