• The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

  • By: Dylan Bowman
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The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

By: Dylan Bowman
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  • Professional ultrarunner, Dylan Bowman, brings conversations with a wide-ranging cohort of guests, covering ultrarunning, sports, business, and the outdoor industry.
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  • Michelino Sunseri | Grand Teton FKT & The Aftermath

    Michelino Sunseri | Grand Teton FKT & The Aftermath
    Jan 15 2025
    Michelino Sunseri is a professional runner living in Driggs, ID. In September 2024, Michelino broke the existing FKT on the Grand Teton, held for 12 years by Andy Anderson - one of the longest standing and most iconic up/down speed records in mountain running. During the attempt, Michelino made the strategic decision to take the "Old Climber's Trail," deviating from the official route for a period during the descent. Michelino managed to lower the existing FKT by a little over 2mins, finishing in 2:50:50. A few days after the run, controversy emerged as it related to Michelino's decision to use the Old Climber's Trail, creating a debate about FKT ethics and whether Michelino deserved to retain the record even though he used a slightly different route from the previous record holder. A week later, on September 9th, Fastest Known Time officially rejected the record based on objections from the National Park Service based again on Michelino's decision to use the Old Climber's Trail instead of staying on the officially recognized route. On September 25, 2024, the NPS charged Michelino under 36 CFR 2.1(b) with an initial court appearance, a statute that carries a maximum penalty of $5,000 and/or six months in jail. In this podcast, we discuss the history of FKTs on the Grand Teton, including Michelino's personal history projecting the route. We talk through the ethics of FKTs and the grey area that exists and that this event revealed. We discuss the rejection of his FKT and the subsequent legal squabble that has ensued. Please visit the following links to learn more: Michelino's Strava file from the attempt Grand Teton FKT page Written recap of the timeline Petition to drop the charges against Michelino Anton & Kilian video from 2012 Sponsors: Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland FootwearGrab a trail running pack from OspreyUse code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off Never Second nutrition at never2.comGo to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • TROY Recap, Honorable Mentions, & Athlete Free Agency Update

    TROY Recap, Honorable Mentions, & Athlete Free Agency Update
    Jan 12 2025

    Corrine Malcolm joins the show again to break down the news in trail running.

    Topics discussed:

    • Trail Runner of the Year results & analysis
    • Trail Performance of the Year results & analysis
    • Athlete specialization and the disciplines represented in the results
    • American bias and whether it was present in the 2024 results
    • Feedback received from trail fans
    • Honorable mentions: 11-20th TROY & 6-10 TPOY
    • Pro athlete free agency
    • Courtney Dauwalter's contract extension with Salomon
    • Big name athletes on the move
    • David Roche intentionally remaining independent
    • Stian Angermund's post about the resolution of his suspension and return to racing

    Sponsors:

    • Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear
    • Grab a trail running pack from Osprey
    • Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off of your first order of Never Second nutrition at never2.com
    • Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ

    Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts

    Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Gina Lucrezi | Founding Trail Sisters & Running for Office

    Gina Lucrezi | Founding Trail Sisters & Running for Office
    Jan 9 2025

    Gina Lucrezi is a longtime trail runner and the founder of Trail Sisters, a global organization providing education, resources, and community to female trail runners around the world. Recently Gina ran for Commissioner of Chaffee County where she lives in Buena Vista, CO. Her campaign was captured in a film made by Auteur Sportif which documents how Gina has led a life of service and how she plans to continue that work as a public servant. This is her first appearance on the podcast.

    Topics discussed:

    • Gina's background and how the seeds of her career were planted
    • The founding story of Trail Sisters
    • Growing and nurturing the community over time
    • The introduction of Trail Sisters Approved standards
    • The future of Trail Sisters as Gina prepares to take office
    • Chaffee County, where it is and what makes it special
    • The importance of local politics and why it "gets in your blood"
    • The realities of campaigning, including fundraising and communication with constituents
    • Her goals for her term
    • A lot more!

    Sponsors:

    • Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear
    • Grab a trail running pack from Osprey
    • Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off Never Second nutrition at never2.com
    • Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ

    Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts

    Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava
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    1 hr and 12 mins

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