Long Run Archives #14 | More UTMB Controversy, Iconic 2010s Race Performances, Hardrock 100 Hype

Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and special guest Jeff Colt talk about UTMB parting ways with Corrine Malcolm, the latest, Hardrock 100 and Black Canyon 100K start lists, reactions to the new Strava messaging feature, race performances that defined the 2010s, and lower-key races that we want to see gain popularity.


Timestamps:

02:00 - Introduction and UTMB Parting Ways with Corrine Malcolm06:47 - Speculating UTMB's Future in North America27:43 - Discussion on Hardrock 100 and Black Canyon45:26 - Discussion on Shoe Innovation and Replication52:35 - Introduction of Strava Messaging Feature59:41 - Memorable Race Performances from the 2010s01:05:02 - Impact of Media on Trail Running01:19:18 - The Role of Storytellers in the 2020s01:21:19 - Up and Coming Races in the Next 3-5 Years01:28:52 - Race Ideas: Starting Point and Distance Challenge

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