History is made on this episode, as the guys somehow start the show on topic and stay there nearly the entire time. Mathias and Doug chat about Ricky Gates’ Transamericana book and movie, look at the new Brooks shoe colors and explore Mathias’ Nike aversion. We know. We can’t believe that this was a serious show either.

We’ve all heard of the Smashing Pumpkins, but have you heard of Smashed potatoes? After a much needed cooking and baking conversation, Mathias and Doug dive deep into the pressing topics of the day. Will Mathias be able to overcome his lack of motivation for fun, will the two survive the political anger on Strava posts and what exactly is the Streisand effect. Keep your eyes and ears open for the Q for race directors forum and let us know if you need any turkey medals.

This week on Singletrack, Abram Dickerson sits down with Mathias and Doug to share the origins of Aspire Adventure Running. The company gives runners who want the challenge of distance running without the congestion and structure of a races, in some of the prettiest spots around. How’d it start? What do they have planned for 2021? All that and more will be answered.

Is it too early to say “gobble gobble?” Doug talks shuttles coming to Yellowstone, while Mathias wants to ask Rick Steves a question. Thanksgiving is discussed, as is the idea of running in the shape of a turkey. Cancel your holiday plans, plan an appetizer, wear a mask and get ready to use those Yaktrax. 

Not new: Singletrack loves Tailwind.
New: In this episode of Singletrack Jenny and Jeff Vierling, cofounders of Tailwind Nutrition give your friendly podcast hosts a unique inside view of how the company was started and the product developed and produced. Come along for the ride and hear how this unique business deals not just with the everyday challenges in today’s world, but also how Jeff and Jenny take care of their employees, their immediate community in Durango, Colorado and our outdoor community at large. Must listen audio nutrition!

Election talk seeps into Singletrack, but have no fear! We also talk about sparkling water, the McRib and even mention running! It is the on point, always focused show that you know and love! Count all the votes and eat all the McRibs. 

The election is upon us, but so are new episodes of baking shows, so you know this has all the ingredients for a good show. Boston and London Marathons are discussed, before we dive into the future of virtual races in the coming year. We also wonder why we can’t pay for an all access pass to stream every Olympic event?

No tricks, treats or monsters mashing here. Just another solid, ground breaking episode. Mathias and Doug talk about about flu shots and then have a real, honest discussion on ways to stay positive and run through the darker days of fall and winter. There is warmth and light ahead. Keep seeking out those trails and gravel roads.

It is tech talk, but no tiktok talk. Mathias is debating the new iPhone mini, Doug has questions about the camera and both are thinking about the upgrade to the brave new world. We also take a quick dive into Strava’s now optional flyby feature.

Change is afoot! Plus, Doug returns to Washington and explores Staircase, Mathias walks Olympia and both reminisce about the stunning trails in the South Puget Sound.

Podcasters are scared of a little bit of weather and Peloton get’s dumped on again, apologizes. Also, trail races are coming back in 2021, we hope. But we do wonder what this will look like. Are you going to race?

Check out Tailwind Nutrition’s Seasonal Flavor Drop at Tailwindnutrition.com.

Training goals are adjusted, and pizza is baked. Fall is here. We’re dreaming slowing down for the colder month eating copious amount of delicious cake, and are debating the best pizza toppings.
Apologies to the dieters.

Doug bakes zucchini bread, Mathias whines about dentist appointments. Fall is here and while Mathias still enjoys is downtime Doug sneaks in a couple more epic adventures. Buffalos, cornices, and boulder surfing, all this and more!

In this week’s episode Doug finds trails after a rest period and Mathias submits is run to the Fastest Known Time database. Philipp Reiter’s Alpfronttrail project is discussed and the future of the American shopping mall decided.

…smoke on the water, a fire in the sky…
Doug discovers backcountry camping bliss on, not off ‘the beaten path’ and Mathias finally knocks off his biggest project to date: The Cushman 6: 6 peaks in one, probably-never-before-completed run along the mountains above Lake Cushman in the Olympics. These big projects deserve a big show, and this one lives up to it.