The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

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.

  1. 16H AGO

    Jenn Lichter & Anthony Costales | Black Canyon 100k Post-Race Interviews (Rest Day Live)

    Rest Day Live | Jenn Lichter and Anthony Costales on Black Canyon 100K Rest Day Live returns tonight with two of the main characters from the 2026 Black Canyon 100K. Women's champion Jenn Lichter and men's runner-up Anthony Costales join us live from ACG team camp in Palm Springs as they decompress from their standout performances on Saturday. We'll speak with each of them individually about how their races unfolded, the immediate aftermath, and what comes next on the road to Western States. Jenn delivered a remarkable 100K debut in one of the fastest editions of the race, while Anthony put together a statement performance after a challenging stretch of racing, declaring at the finish line, "I'm still here." We're excited to dive deeper into both stories live at 5:00 PM PT. –––––––––––––––––– Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 –––––––––––––––––– Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com –––––––––––––––––– Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ –––––––––––––––––– Dylan Bowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

    53 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Black Canyon 100k Instant Recap Show + Hans Troyer Interview

    Black Canyon 100K 2026 Recap | Golden Tickets and Key Takeaways Tonight we recap the 2026 Black Canyon 100K, breaking down the race results, Golden Ticket recipients, and the key storylines from a historically fast edition of the race. We'll discuss how the race unfolded across the desert course, what it means for this summer's Western States 100, and the standout performances that defined the weekend. We'll also be joined live by Hans Troyer, the men's 100K champion, to reflect on his race and experience at Black Canyon. Special thanks to All Conditions Gear for supporting our coverage.   –––––––––––––––––– Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 –––––––––––––––––– Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com –––––––––––––––––– Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ –––––––––––––––––– Dylan Bowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

    1h 11m

  3. 3D AGO

    Tarawera 102k Instant Recap Show

    Tarawera by UTMB 2026 Recap | Golden Tickets and Key Takeaways Tonight we recap the 2026 Tarawera by UTMB, breaking down the race results, Golden Ticket recipients, and the biggest storylines from the 102K event. We'll analyze how the race unfolded, what it means for the Western States 100, and the key performances that defined the weekend in Rotorua. We'll also be joined live by Robyn Lesh, the women's 50K champion, to discuss her race and experience on the course. Additional guests may join the show as well. –––––––––––––––––– Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 –––––––––––––––––– Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com –––––––––––––––––– Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ –––––––––––––––––– Dylan Bowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

    1h 21m

  4. 4D AGO

    Black Canyon 50k Preview, Final Thoughts, & Golden Ticket Prediction Show

    Black Canyon 50K Preview | Golden Ticket Weekend Tonight we continue our weeklong coverage of the double Golden Ticket race weekend with Freetrail's preview of the Black Canyon 50K. We'll also share final thoughts and key stats from the Black Canyon 100K and make our Golden Ticket predictions. We'll be live at 5:00 PM PT with co-hosts Tim Tollefson, Dani Moreno, and EmKay Sullivan. Who is your pick to win? –––––––––––––––––– The Docket Breaking news Black Canyon to Western States history Scenario speculation Historical margins of victory 50K preview Predictions –––––––––––––––––– Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 –––––––––––––––––– Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com –––––––––––––––––– Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ –––––––––––––––––– Dylan Bowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

    1h 18m

  5. 5D AGO

    Black Canyon 100k Preview Show | Exciting Storylines & Golden Ticket Contenders

    Black Canyon 100K Preview | Golden Ticket Weekend Tonight we continue our weeklong coverage of the double Golden Ticket race weekend with Freetrail's preview of the Black Canyon 100K. Over the last 12 years, Black Canyon has grown into one of North America's most prestigious trail races. It now feels like the annual kickoff to the professional racing season — and the energy reflects it. A Super Golden Ticket race again in 2026, Black Canyon has attracted some of the best athletes in the sport to battle across this classic desert course for a chance to compete at this summer's Western States 100. We'll be live at 5:00 PM PT / 2:00 PM NZ with Tim Tollefson and EmKay Sullivan to break down the course, expected conditions, and top contenders heading into race weekend. We'll also be joined by a special guest. Who is your pick to win? –––––––––––––––––– The Docket Black Canyon course overview Racing conditions Women's contenders Men's contenders –––––––––––––––––– Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... –––––––––––––––––– Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/... NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com –––––––––––––––––– Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail –––––––––––––––––– Dylan Bowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380 Strava https://www.strava.com/athletes/

    1h 20m

  6. 6D AGO

    Tarawera 102k Preview Show - Who will secure Western States Golden Tickets?

    Tonight we continue our weeklong coverage of the double Golden Ticket race weekend with Freetrail's in-depth preview of Tarawera by UTMB. Rotorua once again plays host to the 15th running of New Zealand's largest and most important trail race. For the second year in a row, four Golden Tickets to the Western States 100 are on the line, with many of the sport's top athletes toeing the line to secure their spot in Auburn. We're going live at 5:00 PM PT / 2:00 PM NZ with Tim Tollefson and Dani Moreno to break down the course, expected conditions, and top contenders heading into race weekend. The Docket Tarawera course overview Expected racing conditions Women's favorites Men's favorites Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/... NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Dylan Bowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380 Strava https://www.strava.com/athletes/

    1h 11m

  7. FEB 10

    Top 10 Storylines 2026 Black Canyon 100k & Tarawera 102k

    Tonight's live show begins a full week of Trailgating coverage of the 2026 Black Canyon and Tarawera double Golden Ticket race weekend. As usual, we begin the show with the Top 10 Storylines of around these two premier trail running events.   Tonight's docket: - Molly Seidel & Des Linden do trails - Analytics corner - Jenn Lichter's 100k debut - People who don't need Golden Tickets - World Record Holders at Black Canyon - Ruth Croft & Dan Jones defend Tarawera Crowns - Riley Brady defends Black Canyon course record win from 2025 - Athletes debuting with new sponsors - Rise of the Black Canyon 50k - Francesco Puppi's 100k dominance - will it continue?   Of course, we finish with the Strava file of the week!   Our full show schedule for the week is listed below. We'll be going live every night at 5pm PT!   - Monday 2/9 - Top 10 Storylines of Black Canyon & Tarawera (TONIGHT) - Tuesday 2/10 - Tarawera Preview Show - Wednesday 2/11 - Black Canyon 100k Preview Show - Thursday 2/12 - Black Canyon 50k Preview Show & Golden Ticket Predictions - Friday 2/13 - Tarawera Instant Recap Show - Saturday 2/14 - Black Canyon Instant Recap Show   REGISTER FOR THE BIG ALTA - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 REGISTER FOR GORGE WATERFALLS - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366   Sponsors: Grab a trail running pack from Osprey - https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at https://www.never2.com Freetrail Links: Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/   Dylan Links: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava | https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

    1h 21m

  8. FEB 9

    From ER to Leadville 100 CR: The Rise of Anne Flower

    Anne Flower is a pro runner for HOKA and Neversecond based in Colorado Springs, CO. In 2025, Anne exploded into the trail running conversation when she broke Ann Trason's course record at the historic Leadville 100 - a mark that stood for 31 years. Later in the fall, Anne went to Tunnel Hill where she broke the 50-mile World Record by a remarkable 13min margin.   One of the breakout stars of the 2025 season, Anne will be among the favorites at this week's Black Canyon 100k, where she hopes to earn a Golden Ticket to Western States. This is her first appearance on the podcast.   Watch Rest Day Live on YouTube   Chapters:   What makes you you? The Intersection of Medicine and Running 2025: A Year of Transformation The Leadville 100 Experience Breaking the 50-mile World Record at Tunnel Hill New Partnerships with HOKA and Neversecond  Looking Ahead: Future Races and Aspirations Who Anne Admires   REGISTER FOR THE BIG ALTA   REGISTER FOR GORGE WATERFALLS   Sponsors: Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND 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

    1h 6m
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