Run Mountain Peaks

This week I sat down with Lukas Janulaitis after he set the new fastest known time on the New Hampshire Appalachian Trail section covering 160 miles with 55,000 feet of climbing in 61 hours and 15 minutes. He added to his stacked resume of back to back Last Skier Standings, Bubba's Backyard course record holder, and multiple other tough mountain 100s. We break down his journey from the New Hampshire/Maine border through the southern Mahoosucs, MWC traverse, Presidential Range, Pemi Wilderness, Kinsman's Ridge trail, up and over Moosilaukee and then across the Dartmouth 50 to Hanover and the New Hampshire/Vermont border. His effort was crazy fast and steady despite battling knee pain (fixed with a single strap) and having pacers on only TWO sections of this. Another super impressive effort for him. And he dropped some big time multi day ultra hacks/wisdom that I think many will find useful. I also had to hype him up for Mt. Ascutney Vertical Backyard Ultra where some juggernauts are going to go at it. Cool interview and cool dude. HOW TO FIND LUKAS: https://www.instagram.com/lukasj.11/ or https://www.strava.com/athletes/15229535 CORSA LIVE ENDURANCE TRACKING: Check out my WM100 live tracking at www.corsalivetracking.com. An awesome live tracking hub for thru hikes, FKTs, ultras, and unsupported efforts in the Northeast and across the country. CHECK OUT REK LIS BREWING: Great food & beer, located off Route 302 in Bethlehem, NH - https://www.reklisbrewing.com/ I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: ⁠⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS⁠⁠⁠⁠ The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: ⁠⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi⁠⁠⁠⁠ My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: ⁠⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/6kR90V⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5⁠⁠⁠⁠ One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/VOjena⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq⁠⁠⁠⁠ In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/zzD3We⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4feeEzr⁠⁠⁠⁠ Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/R0Djza⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4vErYTK⁠⁠⁠⁠ A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: ⁠⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/NGYD17⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4cEiam4⁠⁠⁠⁠ I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in.

*Against my better judgement*: This week I discuss my upcoming unsupported attempt on the White Mountains 100. Linking together roughly 95 miles and 34,000 feet of vert across the most rugged terrain in the region, this route has been a goal of mine for a while. A bunch of people just finished / are still finishing the WM100 when this comes out. Very inspiring. I talk about how I feel going into the effort and why I'm going unsupported effort instead of with a supported crew. I break down my strategy for pacing, what im wearing on my feet and what I'm bringing with me. To wrap things up, I highlighted a *new segment* race results of the week for the Last Man Standing Ultra in New Gloucester, Maine. CHECK OUT REK LIS BREWING: Great food & beer, located off Route 302 in Bethlehem, NH - https://www.reklisbrewing.com/ I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: ⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS⁠⁠⁠ The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: ⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi⁠⁠⁠ My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: ⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/6kR90V⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5⁠⁠⁠ One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: ⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/VOjena⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq⁠⁠⁠ In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: ⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/zzD3We⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4feeEzr⁠⁠⁠ Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: ⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/R0Djza⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4vErYTK⁠⁠⁠ A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: ⁠⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/NGYD17⁠⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4cEiam4⁠⁠⁠ I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in.

This week I ranked the toughest ultra marathon style routes in the White Mountains EXCLUDING the classics like the Pemi Loop, Presi Traverse, Hut Traverse, etc. I go through a bunch of honorable mentions before breaking down my official top 5 list. I think many of these are going to become classic household names, if they haven't already. If you are looking for new trails and new efforts to push yourself on, there is no shortage of those in this episode. I also give a quick trip report from my recent time running the epic and technical trails up in Acadia National Park, including my thoughts on the Beehive Trail & Precipice Trail. After that, I break down recent race results with a new *sustainable* format, covering the Ragged 50K, Baldface Scramble, Overland Vermont, and the Black Bear Trail Race results. To wrap things up, I talk about reaching episode 52 and one full year of doing the podcast, sharing some thoughts on year 2, and then give a full part two of my motivational Mickey Gasper rant/prediction that abruptly came true in shocking fashion. CHECK OUT REK LIS BREWING: Great food & beer, located off Route 302 in Bethlehem, NH - https://www.reklisbrewing.com/ I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: ⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS⁠⁠ The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: ⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi⁠⁠ My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: ⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/6kR90V⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5⁠⁠ One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: ⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/VOjena⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq⁠⁠ In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: ⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/zzD3We⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4feeEzr⁠⁠ Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: ⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/R0Djza⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4vErYTK⁠⁠ A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: ⁠⁠rei.pxf.io/NGYD17⁠⁠ OR ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4cEiam4⁠⁠ I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in.

This week I had an awesome conversation with Tom Hanlon. Tom is a former college miler turned ultra runner who has thrown down some wild efforts in his two years in the sport. We talk about his recent 244 mile effort running from New York City to Boston in 72 hours and 50 minutes to set the FKT and raise over $14,000 for the Jason R. Flood Memorial Foundation. Tom breaks down the entire journey from starting at midnight in Times Square, battling exhaustion and sleep deprivation, and dealing with the high and lows to push all the way to the Boston Marathon finish line. We also dive into his quick rise in ultra running, including a second place finish at the Vermont 100, placing 17th (7:16min/mi pace over 50 miles) at JFK 50, and his experience running Western States. Finally, we chat about balancing high level competition while keeping the love for the sport and big adventures. HOW TO FIND TOM: https://www.instagram.com/tomhanlon_ultra/https://www.youtube.com/@TomHanlonUltra JASON R. FLOOD MEMORIAL PAGE:https://www.facebook.com/JasonFloodMemorialPage/?ref=NONE_xav_ig_profile_page_web# I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: ⁠rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS⁠ The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: ⁠rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi⁠ My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: ⁠rei.pxf.io/6kR90V⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5⁠ One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: ⁠rei.pxf.io/VOjena⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq⁠ In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: ⁠rei.pxf.io/zzD3We⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4feeEzr⁠ Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: ⁠rei.pxf.io/R0Djza⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4vErYTK⁠ A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: ⁠rei.pxf.io/NGYD17⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4cEiam4⁠ I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in.

This week I sat down with Lexi Jackson and Conor Brown, the new course record holders from the Jigger Johnson 100 miler. Lexi smashed the women's course record by four and a half hours, finishing in 33:12, and Conor took first place overall in 29:41, beating the previous men's course record by over 40 minutes. We talked about how they were feeling leading up to the race, their training builds, and why they wanted to sign up for one of the toughest 100 milers in the Northeast. They both broke down their race's section by section. Everything from dealing with the trail bees on Tecumseh, battling through bad stomach issues early and often, and saving the race?/navigating an unexpected situation on Bear Notch Road where a cop almost canceled the race mid way through, the hardest section (Table, Attitash, Moats out and back), Tremont for a second time, Hancock Notch, and the last stretch to the finish where they each hammered. We talked about their awesome pacers, footwear choices, how grabbing the course records felt and Conor getting featured on Dylan Bowman's Freetrail podcast Strava File of the Week. We also heard from Lexi on and how the Jigger Johnson 100 compares to the White Mountains 100. I believe she is the only person to finish both. This episode was epic, and I'm pumped they both were excited to do it just days after their finishes. HOW TO FIND LEXI AND CONOR: https://fastestknowntime.com/athlete/lexi-jackson https://ultrasignup.com/m_results_participant.aspx?fname=Lexi&lname=Jackson https://www.instagram.com/conorbrwn/ https://strava.app.link/jwlLR9yWZHb I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in.

This week I break down the most important aspects of increasing your uphill running speed and how to get stronger on mountain climbs. Whether you do short races, ultras, multi day hikes, or just run trails for fun, getting better going uphill will translate to every other part of your mountain running/hiking. I talk about fitness, strength, power, muscular endurance, and uphill running. I also share my favorite treadmill and mountain workouts to build the uphill running muscles. I also share thoughts on race day execution, shoe choices, and briefly give some thoughts on supplements and PEDs in the growing trail scene. To wrap up, I recap the top finishes at the Vermont 100, finally give my motivational rant on camera about the Red Sox's Mickey Gasper, and share my thoughts on the final season of Stranger Things. I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I sat down with Clark Plummer, Conor Brown and Lyle Cordes for a breakdown and preview of the upcoming Jigger Johnson races. All three guys are 50 mile finishers and top 10 overall placers, so we had a cumulative 5 for 5 finish rate at the event. We do the mandatory Jigger Johnson is the hardest race in the Northeast talk and then go through the full 50 mile course section by section: the Moats + Attitash and Table Mountain, Bartlett Experimental Forest + Tremont, Hancock Notch, the Osecolas, and then Tecumseh to Waterville Valley. We share some of our own war stories and memories from the race. To wrap things up, we scan the entrant lists for all three race distances, 100, 50, and 20 miles, and give our thoughts and picks on some of the top runners to watch out for on race day. HOW TO FIND THE CLARK, CONOR AND LYLE https://www.instagram.com/clark_alan15/ https://www.instagram.com/conorbrwn/ https://strava.app.link/5l0oeamfe5b I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I sat down with Lyle Cordes. He is a runner, biker, and climber who grew up in Pennsylvania, went to school at UVM, and now lives in New Hampshire, and the past couple years has been ripping around the White Mountains. He’s got impressive race results under his belt, including a second place finish at the Jigger Johnson 50 Miler, 24 hours at Mt. Ascutney secured a full Everest, and most recently a podium finish at the World's End 100K. We talk about how he got started in endurance sports through mountain biking, his transition to trail running, and how he accidentally started a viral outdoor blog back when he was ten years old after deciding to sleep outside in a tent for the entire year of 2013. HOW TO FIND LYLE https://strava.app.link/5l0oeamfe5b I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I’m doing a full breakdown of the notorious White Mountains 100. How it was created, what the route entails, current records on the route, and why it's one of the hardest 100 mile routes in the country. Approximately 95 miles, 34,000 feet of climbing over some of the gnarliest White Mountains terrain. I share my experience pacing the last 35 miles of this route and witnessing first hand the carnage. I talk about each of the current FKTs and how impressive they all are. I also tried to name all the 4k footers you actually summit from memory but the moment was too big for me. I finish up with the stories from my July Skookumchuck throwdown runs and give an update at the stacked men's and women's leaderboards. I also give some thoughts on Josh Kerr’s wild mile performance. I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I sat down with Kevin Gagnon, a Triple Crown thru hiker who completed the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail by the age of 25. Kevin showed me the ropes of ultra running and long distance endurance feats when I was getting into the sport. He has so many different stories from thru hikes, fast packing long distance routes, and ultra marathons. Cohos Trail (last week), Arizona Trail, Northern Colorado Trail, Midstate Trail, Bay State Circuit the list goes on and on. He is always putting down tons of miles. We talk about it all and why you gotta get out and see these places while you can. I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week, I’m talking about search and rescues in the White Mountains. It feels like there are more and more rescues in the news and social media. I try to give a bit different of a perspective than much of the online hooplah. I pulled in some facts, talked about how missions are funded and tried to think about how we most effectively educate people to prevent avoidable scenarios. I also share a story from my first sunrise hike up Monadnock and being wildly unprepared for extreme mountain conditions when I was a teenager. I finished off with some Q&A covering everything from how to convert pace on technical trails, to listening to music during runs, to 200 mile race scene thoughts. And I give a quick look at some upcoming July races. I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I react to the recently announced White Mountains Bounty by Run the Whites. $10,000 annually to be allocated to five of the most competitive mountain running routes in the Northeast. The Presidential Traverse - 18mi 8.5k ft vert Pemi Loop - 29mi 9kft vert Hut Traverse - 45mi 16k ft vert White Mountains 100 - 95mi 34k ft vert Mahoosuc Traverse 28mi 11k ft vert Each route has either $1,000 or $2,000 if you set the new mens or womens FKT. If you crack the top 10, you will also be paid out amounts varying from $50 - $200. People know that the Northeast has some of the most difficult and technical terrain in the country, but not many pros stick around and put emphasis on the region. This will no doubt bring out more elite mountain runners to give a crack at these routes and help legitimize the routes and the athletes in the region. I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I sat down with Lars Hogne and Tyler Sheedy. A couple young mountain crushers with a cross country and track & field background. They both ran in Division I at URI and have brought that speed to the trail running scene. Lars is coming off a 7th place finish at the US Mountain Running championships at Sunapee Scramble. Tyler already has multiple race wins under his belt this year and is gearing up for the Vermont 100 miler in a few weeks. We talked about their background, running in college, some of their trail races to date, shoes, upcoming plans and much more. Very fun conversation and it will be fun to see what these two do in the future. HOW TO FIND LARS AND TYLER: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_sheedy103/ https://www.instagram.com/mtnlars/ Stava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/58792500?oq=lars https://www.strava.com/athletes/43883372?oq=tyler Tyler’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@tylersheedy8578 I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

Summer is here and June has not disappointed. It's one of the best times of the year. Full blown trail season with lots of people getting on trail, races every weekend, and big miles in the mountians. Without giving anything away, this week I rank the best months of year for trail running & hiking in the Northeast mountains. Lincoln Woods is officially closed and lots of people squeezed in a Pemi Loop earlier this month. I talk about some of those efforts and other premier routes that may see some action this year. I also give an update on some of the June mountain races and talk about my recovery from the Hut Traverse. I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I talk about my recent DNF on the notorious Hut Traverse. The Hut Traverse links all 8 AMC Huts in the White Mountains in an epic 45 mile 16k ft of gain route over the best of the best Whites terrain. You start at the Carter Notch hut in of the coolest spots in the Whites, traverse over the Presidential range over the highest and gnarliest terrain in the region, then take the A to Z trail into the Pemi across the Twinway and Garfield Ridge, before summit Mt. Lafayette and heading down the Old Bridle trail. You then head up to Lonesome Lake Hut, but I wouldnt know about that. I made it a total of 44 of out 45 miles. Yikes. First DNF. I talk about how the second half turned bad and why I bailed at mile 44 uninjured. I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I talked with Lexi Jackson who is fresh off her Wantastiquet-Monadnock-Sunappee ~100 mile unsupported FKT. This route combines the Wantastiquet-Monadnock trail with the Monadnock-Sunappee Greenway trail in a single push with 20,000 ft of climbing. An epic route and cool story, doing it all solo. We also discuss some of Lexi’s other FKT and race efforts including the White Mountains 100, Dirritissema, and so many more. She has been throwing down long distance (mostly unsupported) ultras for a long time and has lots of stories and tons of good ultra tips. Oh, and shes a grid finisher already working on grid #2 & #3. https://fastestknowntime.com/athlete/lexi-jackson I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I ranked the toughest trails in the White Mountains. Not just the most technical, but the hardest trails to go fast on. I got a ton of input for this list which was awesome and did a little bit of research on trail stats as well. I gave a bunch of honorable mentions and then ranked the top 10. I did a Chocorua Mountain race preview and some of the history from one of the coolest races in the Whites. Awesome trails, tough terrain and super competitive. I also previewed the US mountain running championships at the Sunapee Scramble. Always cool to see the best in the US come to New Hampshire and race.Threw in some other race results and quick previews. I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week, I deep dive into the iconic Presidential Traverse. 18 miles and 8,500ft of gnarly White Mountains terrain. I discuss the required peaks: Madison, Adams, Jefferson, Clay, Washington, Monroe, Eisenhower and Pierce. Yes on Clay, but no on Franklin? And Jackson was a president, but not that Jackson. I talk about the Presi FKTs and the blazing paces over those rocks. At the end, I brought back some non running related rankings. This time doing my top 3 favorite TV shows of all time. And I finish with a correction on the Wapack 21.5 miler results (my bad) and a few other race recaps. I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week I sat down with Eli Burakian. Eli wears just about every hat you can imagine in the Northeast trail scene. He’s an ultra runner, backpacker, professional photographer, author, and race director/co-founder of Northeast Trail Adventures. He just loves getting out on trails and being part of the Northeast community and it shows. We dive deep into his background managing the Moosilauke Ravine Lodge, writing guidebooks for trails and mountains in the region, and getting started with ultramarathons and FKT. We also get into co-founding Northeast Trail Adventures and his vision for the future. We break down the huge success of Mt. Ascutney Vertical Backyard Ultra and the unique format that suits us Northeast vert stackers. HOW TO FIND ELI & NORTHEAST TRAIL ADVENTURES: https://www.instagram.com/eliburakian/ https://www.instagram.com/northeasttrailadventures/ https://northeasttrailadventures.com/ I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.

This week we were joined by a true NH trail running power couple, Clark Plummer & Allie Leveille. Clark is a staple NH & White Mountains trail runner. He is a Grid Finisher and stacked over a million feet of vertical gain on foot three straight years in a row. One of the most enthusiastic people you will ever meet on the trail. Allie was a road runner who has taken to more trail and ultramarathon efforts the past couple years. She has 11 FKTs in the last year alone and the count is growing. Multiple ultra marathon wins already under her belt and is only getting better.We chat their background, some of their past efforts, their recent outings at White Lake Ultras, Clark proposing on Pierce, and more! HOW TO FIND CLARK & ALLIE https://www.instagram.com/allierunsnh?igsh=MWFwdmJpN2U4b2tiZQ==https://www.instagram.com/clark_alan15?igsh=bzRqYnRqZHNncXJ2 DISCOUNTS FROM ALLIEhttps://1stphorm.com/AllieRunsNHhttps://alnk.to/cHQUsGV I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES: Hoka Speedgoat 7: rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r OR https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it. La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP OR https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go. Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: rei.pxf.io/6kR90V OR https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5 One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR: GPS Watch: rei.pxf.io/VOjena OR https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch. Running Vest: rei.pxf.io/zzD3We OR https://amzn.to/4feeEzr Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: rei.pxf.io/R0Djza OR https://amzn.to/4vErYTK A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well. 🍩TRAIL FUEL Tailwind: rei.pxf.io/NGYD17 OR https://amzn.to/4cEiam4 I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in. Energy Gel: rei.pxf.io/4aBD69 OR https://amzn.to/4wQgOfq I like Precision, Maurten, and SIS Beta gels the most at the moment. I like mixing it up and never exclusively use one type. Caffeine: rei.pxf.io/0GB70M OR https://amzn.to/4gvZRAN I don’t drink caffeine and don’t like the caffeinated gels as much. These are cheap and effective for speed workouts, long runs and race efforts.