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This is part 2 of a 4 part series as we follow Harrison Fluman through his training and eventually Bigfoot 200 race on August 10th. We check in to see how the training is going and if his pacer/crew situation has come together. For Part 3 we would love to have listeners send in questions we can ask him later in July. Thanks again Harry and Good Luck! Show Notes: Episode #113 Recap (Part 1) Bigfoot 200 race info and stats Training Race Strategy Ask Harrison questions for Part 3

This week Aric recaps the Western States 100 race and announces our contest winners, gets you ready for the Hardrock 100 and of course covers the 2018 World Cup.  Oh and Happy Birthday to our friend Megan "Flip Phone" Martinez! Show Notes: Past Episode #117- Preston Wood: Western States 100 finisher Western States results Western States Contest winners Other race results Ask TrailManners Hardrock 100 Weekly WDYFTY Winner World Cup 2018 Don't forget to check out this years US Trail Running Conference in San Luis Obispo Aug 29-31st PC: Martin Schneekloth: Mt. Rainer NP- Carbon River Trail- Weekly WDYFTY Winner

HE DID IT! We had Preston on the podcast a few weeks back as he prepared for his 2nd 100-miler and 1st Western States 100. He threw down a goal of sub 24 and he went out and got it.  We want to congratulate Preston again for his accomplishment and hard work. He not only is a fantastic trail runner but a great dude! Listen to his race breakdown- it's awesome!

The big one is finally here- Western States 100. We do a last minute breakdown and drop our picks for the race  as well as give everyone one last chance to enter our WS100 contest. We also dig into the opening round of the World Cup. Show Notes: Podcast #116- Terry Chiplin US Trail Running Conference Logan Peak Race Broken Arrow races Bighorn 100 Western States 100- Pre race Western States 100 Contest Ask TrailManners World Cup 2018 PC: Doug Jenson- Snowbasin, UT: Weekly WDYFTY Winner

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  

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

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    

 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

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

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

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

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

With just hours left before the 2018 Ogden Trail Running Festival we decided to carve out some time to get after Singletrack Session #87. We talk trail noodling, Clip Tie challenge and we address some great Ask TrailManners questions. Hope to see some of you this weekend.....Now Go Get It! Show Notes: Ultra Trail Mt Fuji Clip Tie Challenge Trail Noodling New TrailManners swag ideas Ogden Trail Running Festival Ask TrailManners WDYFTY Run the Red Trail Race PC: Eric Feree- Hyner 50k - Wilds PA- Weekly WDYFTY Winner

The band is back together- Joel is back from Phoenix. We have a busy couple weeks ahead and talk a bit about it here. Also, more info on the Clip Tie Challenge, Ask TrailManners and much much more. Show Notes: Joel is back  Aric in Zion Joel in Phoenix Episode #114 Recap Clip Tie Challenge #cliptiechallenge Hellbender 100 Rob Krar is back Ogden Trail Running Festival Ask TrailManners Dusk to Dawn Trail Race Outlaw Trail Ultra half Marathon PC:  John Maroushek- Outisde Phoenix, AZ- Lake Pleasant Damn Good Run 40k- Weekly WDYFTY Winner

Aric headed down to Zion National Park for a couple days of running and had the pleasure to sit down with Jim Skaggs and Jeff Hart to do a roundtable type podcast. We covered many topics and also spent a few miles together on the trails. We hope you enjoy the show.   Show Notes: Running "Blind Dates" Adventure Runs Locations Being prepared Having fun Trail running cultures Hold on to your cuties Clip Tie Challenge

Hopefully better than when Nick Carter went solo from the Backstreet Boys but not nearly as good as Han Solo ...hopefully it will work for a week- Aric is alone and shaking but we bring you another week of the Singletrack Session.  Show Notes: Episode #113- Recap- Harrison Fluman Aric going Solo today Zion trip Boston Marathon Lake Sonoma Results Rickey Gates Contest winner Dusk to Dawn Trail Race Outlaw Trail Ultra half Marathon WDYFTY Winner Ask TrailManners Swag ideas PC: Amy Pett- Estonia with Swag- Weekly WDYFTY Winner

After a litte hiatus, we are back with a new Epsiode. In #113, Aric is joined by Harrison Fluman who will be attempting his first 200 mile trail race in August. Like we did with Jeff Hart (Hardrock 100) last year, we are going to do a series of shows as Harrison builds up to the Bigfoot 200. We are happy to be back and hope you enjoy the show. Show Notes: Intro Running History Race Resume How his racing has changed Bigfoot 200 The "Plan"

  Show Notes: Ogden Trail Running Festival Kids K FILLED Trail Etiquette TrailManners Trailwork - April 25th Rickey Gates INSTAGRAM Contest Volunteers needed Ogden Trail Running Festival The Ute 100 Dusk 2 Dawn Trail Race Outlaw Trail Ultra Half Marathon Ask TrailManners PC: Alex Terrill- Millcreek, UT, Weekly WDYFTY Winner

April is already here folks. We say good bye to one of the greats and discuss trips, races, contests, snobs and have some Ask TrailManners questions we need input on. Enjoy the show and remember to Taper Up baby! Show Notes: RIP Bill Dooper- we lost a good one Aric June Trip Aravaipa takes on Tushars Tweener Hats on the site for sale Barkley contest winner Georgia Death Race results UltrAspire Contest winners Dusk 2 Dawn Trail Race Outlaw Trail Ultra Half Marathon Ask TrailManners Rickey Gates night contest PC: Ryan Lundin- Georgia Death Race- Weekly WDYFTY Winner

March is winding down but running is starting to really heat up. Lot of action this past weekend plus- the Barkley Marathons course takes the top spot on the podium. Show Notes: Ogden Trail Running Festival Kids K registration OPEN TrailManners Tweener Hats - Get while you can Himilayas FKT Barkley Marathons Results Buffalo Run weekend recap Aric Runcation ideas CONTEST for UltrAspire gear WDYFTY Winner Ask TrailManners PC: Johannna Oxstrand- Behind the Rocks 50k- Moab- Weekly WDYFTY Winner