In this episode James Elson chats to Tim Landy, one of two British runners to attempt the Barkley Marathons in 2025. They cover his Barkley Fall Classic win guaranteeing his entry into the 2025 real deal. His preparation for the race and of course the experience itself. Tim made it further than any other ‘virgin’, … Continue reading "Episode 52: Tim Landy – Barkley Marathons 2025"
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Episode 51: Race Director Conversations: Arc of Attrition / Mudcrew
Dan and James are joined by Ferg and Jane, the Founders and co-RDs at Mudcrew, perhaps best known for the Arc of Attrition – recently of course bought out by UTMB. The four discuss the history of Mudcrew, the purchase of the Arc by UTMB, how it happened and why they chose that path for … Continue reading "Episode 51: Race Director Conversations: Arc of Attrition / Mudcrew"
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Episode 50: In conversation with Ian Sharman: SDW100 and the trail 100 scene.
James Elson chats to UK born, US based Ultrarunner Ian Sharman ahead of his upcoming visit to race in the UK for the first time since 2009 – at this years Centurion Running South Downs Way 100. Ian is a four time winner of the Leadville Trail 100, ten time Western States 100 finisher with … Continue reading "Episode 50: In conversation with Ian Sharman: SDW100 and the trail 100 scene."
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Episode 49: Steve Parr Round | Lakeland 100 – Matt Neale
James talks to Matt Neale about his latest achievement – a solo unsupported Steve Parr Round of 116 miles and 45,000 feet. Recently finishing his 15th Lakeland 100 and 5th Spine Race, Matt is one of the most experienced Mountain Ultra Trail Runners around and shares his wisdom!
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Episode 48: 3 Peaks Record
Welcome to the, rapidly becoming ‘annual’ edition of the British Ultrarunning Podcast where James talks to Dan about his epic 3 Peaks Record setting run. Not for children due to potty mouths.
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