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Episode #116- Terry Chiplin: US Trail Running Conference

Aric jumped on the phone and had the pleasure of talking with Terry Chiplin of the US Trail Running Conference. This year the conference will be held in San Luis Obispo, CA from August 28-31. Please check out the information below and we may even see you there.
 
REGISTER NOW for the Slo Ultra or US Trail Running Conference and bag a free 
upgrade for the Friday afternoon Conference trail running clinic!
 
All levels of runners welcome Friday August 31, 1.30 - 6.00 pm for education and inspiration featuring pro athletes and coaches, Krissy Moehl, Peter Maksimow, Emily and Ian Torrence. Interactive and panel sessions covering training, sports nutrition, recovery, gear, safety, and mindful running, plus a form clinic with Altra, trail shoe demos and other trail related products. Branded Headsweats trucker hat included! 
 
Register here for the  SLO Ultra 
Register here for the US Trail Running Conference 
 
To benefit from the free upgrade offer, pick the relevant product item when you register for any of the  SLO Ultra races, or any of the race director options for the Conference that include Friday morning. 

Singletrack Session #93

Western States is fast approaching with our sweet contest and the World Cup is about to begin. Yes, we know- we do a trail running podcast but the World Cup was a first love. 
We breakdown both Western States and the biggest sporting event in the world. 
 
Show Notes:
Western States 100 info
Western States 100 Contest
San Juan Fires
World Cup 2018 Picks
US Trail Running Conference
Ask TrailManners
Happy Father's Day
PC: Andrew Giles- Kalamalka Lake Park near Vernon, BC- Weekly WDYFTY Winner

Singletrack Session #92

Contest Alert: Western States 100 2018 Contest is up and running. Listen to the podcast for rules and how to enter (hint -you need to comment on the Singletrack Session Podcast #92 on the TrailManners website. There are also a lot of race results as well as a reminder that poeple are always here for you. Please talk to somebody when things get rough. 
We also talk about the 6th annual US Trail Running Conference in San Luis Obispo, CA this August 29-31. The conference has a few days of amazing guest speakers and a great way to connect with other runners and Race Directors. 
 
Show Notes:
Past Episode #115: Preston Wood
Weekend Race Results
Suicide Awareness Hotline 1.800.273.TALK
US Trail Running Conference
Western States 100 Contest
Top 5 men, Top 5 women, Women Win Time, Men Win Time
World Cup Soccer
WDYFTY
Nordic Valley 7k Winter Trail Race
PC: Jason Child- Bonneville Shoreline Trail- Weekly WDYFTY Winner
 
 

Episode #115- Preston Wood: Western States 100 Prep

 Preston Wood received good news the first time he put in for the Western States 100 lottery last year and has been training hard ever since. We had a great time talking with Preston and cannot wait to get him back on after the race. He sat down with us the day before he raced the Squaw Peak 50 and we grilled him on his upcoming Western race. He is such a great guy and we cannot send enough good vibes for his trip to Auburn later this month. Good Luck Preston- TrailManners will be sending all the good mojo your way!
***Update on his 2018 Squaw Peak 50- In the podcast he mentined his goal is to go under 10:30. Preston finished in 9:37
Show Notes:
Intro
From a 300 lb. offensive Lineman to the Western States 100 start line
All things Western States
His 2018 Squaw Peak goal

Singletrack Session #91

Aric is back from Bellingham and Joel has a new family member. This week's show is loaded with history, controversy and giggles...we love giggles. 
Show Notes:
Ollie- Joel's new family Member
Bellingham, WA
Zegama Results
Western States 100 history- revised
Karl Meltzer "Pacer Tweet"
WDYFTY
Run the Red
PC: Bryan Kercher: Pengelly Double Dip Missoula, MT- Weekly WDYFTY Winner

Singletrack Session #90

TrailManners is on location here in the Pacific Northwest and falling head over heals for Bellingham, WA. Long time friend of TrailManners, Jeff Hart, is not only playing tour guide but he is also sitting in for Joel this week on the show. It may be a day late but mostly because Aric couldnt stay off the trails. 
We hope you enjoy the show and THANK YOU Bellingham!
Show Notes:
On location in Bellingham, WA
Race Results
Bellingham running
Cougar fatality
Run the Red race
Ask TrailManners
 
PC: Grant Nicoluas- Snow King Mountain- Jackson Hole, WY- Weekly WDYFTY Winner

Singletrack Session #89

There were loads of races this past weekend and we drop a little on some of the bigs ones. We also get into a fun conversation about competition in Ultras and already start talking about Western States.
We would love some comments on the Ask TrailManners questions do don't be afraid to chime in!
Show Notes:
Weekend Race Recaps
Competition in Ultras
Off to Bellingham
Ask TrailManners
Run The Red Race in Wyoming- Check out the Video!
PC: Andrea Petersen McAffee- Weekly WDYFTY Winner

Singletrack Session #88

The 2018 Ogden Trail Running Festival is complete and we had a BLAST! We had an amazing weekend hanging out with so many incredible people and want to thank everyone for their support. 
Show Notes:
Mixed Tapes
Ogden Trail Running Festival 2018
Run The Red
Ask TrailManners
PC: Laura Wheatley- Ogden Trail Running Festival Kids K - Weekly WDYFTY Winner