UKOCR

Obstacle Racing Media

#1 Podcast for Obstacle Course Racing in the UK

  1. 12 DEC

    🎙️ Swift Half Podcast – Episode 250

    Alan and Ian celebrate a milestone episode with a packed mix of race results, gear talk, and community updates: 🏋️ AFX Pro Competition & Limitless Challenge – Weekend highlights, top teams from the AFX Pro finals, Alex Yee's marathon breakthrough, and praise for adaptive athlete Bea and her team. 📊 Podcast Stats & Gear Releases – Strava mileage shoutouts (including Alan's Mate - Jamie's 2,400 miles!), listener binge stats, and new fell-running shoes from Original Mountain Marathon. 👟 Puma Hyrox Deviate Elite – Bright pink, bold tread, and Ninja wall testing—set to launch February 19th. 🏟️ London Event Challenges – Judge shortages, wall ball congestion, and lessons learned for smoother race management. 🤝 OCR Volunteering & Race Updates – Opportunities at Overlord, HYROXS compensation offers, Spartan's 300 Collective, and British success at the Deka World Championships. ⚡ Controversial Coaching Incident – Debate over athlete intervention at a world championship, plus news on the UK OCR Awards launch and East Midlands DEKA's September return. It's a milestone mix of competition results, gear insights, and community stories—perfect for fans of OCR and fitness racing If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about us by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

    1h 7m
  2. 8 DEC

    🎙️ Going Down Memory Lane – Part 4: Rat Race Special

    Alan, Ian, and Will dive deep into the mud-splattered legacy of Rat Race events, from urban treasure hunts to global adventure epics. 🏁 Origins & Evolution – From bar crawls and treasure hunts to Mongolia and America, the crew traces Rat Race's transformation into a premium adventure brand. 🏃 Race Memories – Dirty Weekend, Deer Stalker, Runstock, River Rat Race, and more—each event gets its moment, with stories of pirate boat jumps, canal swims, and nettle-infested trails. 🎪 Festival Vibes – Runstock's family-friendly loops and Dirty Weekend's legendary after-parties bring the OCR spirit to life. 💬 Personal Firsts & Fails – Wrong shoes, flyer mishaps, and missed opportunities—Alan, Ian, and Will share the highs and lows of their Rat Race journeys. 💡 Community & Charity – The impact of Dirty Weekend on Children with Cancer UK and the supportive village feel of Deer Stalker highlight Rat Race's heart. 🎧 Vinny's Outro – A fresh perspective on today's Rat Race events rounds out the episode with insight and reflection. This episode is a celebration of grit, growth, and good times, perfect for OCR fans who've ever jumped a beer barrel or danced at a finish line. If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about us by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

    1h 6m
  3. 5 DEC

    🎙️ Swift Half Podcast – Episode 24

    From scorching Spartan battles to spooky seasonal fun, Alan and Ian pack this episode with race results, athlete updates, and plenty of laughs. 🌍 Race Highlights – OCR European Champs, Spartan Tenerife, and Spartan Abu Dhabi, where Libby Joyce battled the desert heat. Plus, British athletes securing strong finishes despite the challenges. 🎃 Seasonal Shenanigans – Paula's mischievous Advent calendar raid, wrapping paper woes, and drinks chat (Peroni 0.0 vs Vimto fusion). The duo also preview Nuclear Blackout Trick or Treat and a haunted maze adventure. 🏃 Running Nostalgia – Blackpool Illuminations, Manchester Cheshire Way, Huddersfield's pie-fuelled Pyathlon, and the endurance-testing Viper race at Delamere Forest. Alan and Ian even discover they unknowingly raced the same event. 🌐 Global Trends – UK athletes traveling far and wide, from Melbourne's High Rocks to Fort Lauderdale's DeKa World Championships. Plus, a muddy dog-friendly KERNOW Killer K9 race on the horizon. 🏅 OCR & Fitness Racing Updates – ATHX Finals in Birmingham, HYROX Excel's one-loop course, Hang On Run with Shylla Dahaney shining, and mixed reactions to upcoming HYROX events including a Mediterranean cruise. This episode blends race reviews, athlete performances, and community stories with the trademark Swift Half banter—perfect for OCR fans who love both grit and giggles. If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about us by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

    1h 8m

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