Scott Jurek | Has Ultra Running Become Too Polished? (00:56:51)
Scott Jurek represents a generation of ultratrail runners who either had day jobs or were true dirtbag trail runners. Scott and Josh Rosenthal dive into the 'good old days' of trail running when a lot of the gear was DIY like punk rock or skateboarding. Presented by Kiprun.Scott Jurek and Y2KDIY: Ultrarunners, Punk Rock, and SkateboardingRunners have it easier with gear advancesAthlete mentality is shifting in a sterile directionMental resilience in ultra runningThe lasting bonds of competing in ultratrailThe commercialization of Ultratrail RunningDespite changes, the essence of running remains accessible to everyone.This conversation explores the evolution of ultra running, reflecting on personal experiences from the Y2K era to the present day. Josh Rosenthal and Scott Jurek discuss the changes in gear, the competitive landscape, and the importance of community within the sport. They emphasize the mental resilience required for ultra running and celebrate the friendships formed through shared experiences. Despite the commercialization of the sport, the essence of running remains accessible and fulfilling for all.----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026
Nils Arend | The Birth of The Speed Project (01:15:04)
Nils Arend started The Speed Project and it continues to bring light into the world through running.[Presented by Kiprun]Josh and Nils sit on a Rugby Field in Albi, FR at midnight to talk about the origin story of TSP and what it means to so many.Yes, TSP is an ultrarunning event but its not an 'ultrarunning' event. Its not in the ultrarunning zeitgeist, its a zeitgeist all its own.----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letterWylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026
The End of the Beginning for Borderlands Trail Running (00:07:44)
Monday, 22 Dec 2025 marks a new beginning for Borderlands' podcast presented by Kiprun.We've had a helluva a run and now I'm doubling down on the things I believe will take us to the next level. Tune in to find out.----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letterWylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026
Allie Gibbons | 300 Miles at 22 Weeks Pregnant (00:34:30)
Allie Gibbons ran The Speed Project in the Atacama Desert while 22 weeks pregnant. Prior to that, she ran Bigfoot 200 in the Washington wilderness after just learning that she was pregnant. Presented by Kiprun.In this conversation, they discuss the challenges of ultra running, the unique experience of being pregnant during such a demanding race, and the mental and physical preparations required. Allie shares insights on health monitoring, the emotional waves experienced during long races, and the camaraderie found within the ultra running community. The conversation also touches on the transition from road to trail running and the competitive spirit that drives athletes in these extreme conditions.----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026
For DIE HARD Trail Running Shoe Fans (00:39:53)
Josh Rosenthal and Inky Steve explore the future of running gear, discussing innovations in shoe design, the impact of cultural elements like movies on running, and the competitive landscape of brands in the industry. [Presented by Kiprun]They share insights from the TRE event, highlight the rise of smaller brands, and reflect on their experiences with various running products, including the Naked belt. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community and personal preferences in the running world.Brands discussed:NordaKiprunSpeedlandNike / acgMerrellSalomonTantrumsSAYSKYMount to Coast----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026
Trail Runner-ish, Light the World through Running, & The Next Great French Running Brand (00:29:02)
I still consider myself a trail runner even though I never run on trails. I'm trail runner-ish. There are a lot of people bringing light into the world through running. Let's talk about a few of them - Tommy Lewis, Josh Lynott, Nils Arend, Dean Karnazes, and more.Presented by Kiprun.Yes, we're presented by Kiprun but I also think they are the next big running brand coming out of France. Salomon and Hoka both started here. If Kiprun build momentum and iterate/improve year after year on the portfolio they just released, they will be in the brass ring.----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026
Was I Right About SATISFY? Aravaipa? | a Recap of 2025 Predictions (00:25:43)
At the beginning of 2025 did an episode where we looked at a bunch of brands and trends in trail running and evaluated if we were optimistic about their future (buy) or pessimistic (sell)[Presented by Kiprun]In this episode I review my predictions and assess if they were right or wrong on these topics: SatisfyAravaipaKetones----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026Presented by Kiprun.
Running Recovery Slides & The Big Lebowski w/ Inky Steve (00:41:31)
The Dude Abides and would probably never wear trail running shoes. But we love this movie too much so Josh asked Inky, what shoes go best with The Big Lebowski? Slides. Super chill running recover slides.There's a boom in them right now. You see them popping up all over the place and there's actually some innovation happening.But at the end of the day, The Dude would wear the hell out of some recover slides and we have a blast exploring it.----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026
Endurance is Punk Rock with Mike Herrera of MxPx (00:59:36)
Mike Herrera and MxPx have been playing for 30 years. I was there from the beginning so I was stoked to do this interview with an all time great and hero of mine.[Presented by Naked Sports Innovations]Mike knows a thing or two about endurance and keeping on when life and circumstances get you down.Enjoy.----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026
What Happens When You Stop Using Strava? (00:28:55)
I stopped using strava and found 7 bugs that ended up being features. [Borderlands TRE event - RSVP here]Here are the bugs. Listen to find out how these became features.I don't run as farI don't run as fastI can't review my performanceI can't reminsce on old runsI can't be impressiveI'm losing structureI don't have receipts for my runsPresented by Naked Sports Innovations----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Who is the Alex Honnold of Trail Running? with James Lauriello. (00:50:54)
James Lauriello joined Josh to talk trail running from multiple angles. James is the host of the Steep Stuff Podcast and an athlete for La Sportiva. the Professionalization of Trail RunningWho is the Alex Honnold of Trail Running?Is the fan base growing?Every trail runner should run the cirque seriesWho is the GOAT of sub-ultra?Presented by Naked Sports Innovations----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Ryan Becker on the Changing Landscape of Pro Running (00:56:28)
Ryan Becker runs for Naked Sports Innovations and competes at the highest level in mountain running. He brings an honest and analytical view of the sport that feels fresh and from the heart. In this episode they discuss the difference between being a pro runner and an elite runner.You don't have to be a pro running fan to enjoy this episode.Ryan runs for Naked Sports Innovations----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
a Mount to Coast Deep Dive with Taylor Bodin (00:53:00)
Let's put Taylor Bodin to the test. Josh went to Running Warehouse and selected some top sellers and quized Taylor. How did he do?Also, we dove into Mount to Coast. Presented by Naked Sports InnovationsTaylor Bodin is the Believe in the Run's Dirt Division.----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Running Gave Ian Morgan Life, Took It Away, and Gave it Back Again (00:41:07)
I've never interviewed someone so at peace with themselves. This interview with Ian Morgan felt real and honest and kind. There's something in his eyes that I think we all want. [Presented by Naked Sports Innovations]In this interview we talk about his relationship with alcohol, the sedentary life, and the way he left it behind. He also died once while running and came back to life to tell the story.Take this episode with you on a run to find inspiration to keep going. ----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
40,000 Kids in East African Run Clubs (00:26:01)
Brett Harrison started Red Knot Racing Co. as an expression of his heart for Tanzania, Tanzanians, and running. His first mission, however, is not running. It's community development.[Presented by Naked Sports Innovations]Brett moved to Tanzania in 2009 where, among other things, he helped improve agricultral practices. But over time, his staff grew to 15 local Tanzanians who started putting on endurance events at the base of Kilimanjaro and to this day is the only organization permitted to do them year after year.But again, its not about the races. Races are a means of community development.To an outsider, you see world class events and assume he's building something to sell to UTMB or building an empire for empire's sake. He's not. He's building something to positively impact the lives of Tanzanians.By the way, Red Knot puts on the largest outdoor sports festival in East Africa with 1,500 attendees.Check out Red Knot Racing and Red Knot Development. ----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Growing the Heart of Trail Running | Borderlands Family Meeting (00:19:48)
Borderlands Trail Running began 2025 planning to grow the podcast by 10x by year's end. How are we looking?Presented by Naked Sports InnovationsIn this episode we take a quick inventory of the whole thing. What's happeing with Borderlands' media arm, our mobile app, Wylder, our race organization Open Range Races? Tune in to find out. And if you're in the family, please give 5 star reviews on your podcast platform(s) of choice. ----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Jason Schlarb, Elite Runner and Norda Team Manager (00:17:00)
Jason Schlarb started his running career ~15 years ago when the frontier of ultrarunning was much less developed. [Presented by Naked Sports Innovations]Today, while still running at an elite level himself, Jason is managing the Norda athlete team in a way that was impossible through most of his career.Josh and Jason had a chat in a loud restaurant after a hard (for Josh) run in Annecy, France celebrating the Norda 005s along with French running store Quatorze.----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Rocky Raccoon 100 | Where Roots Come Alive [trail icons: Texas] (00:22:07)
Rocky Raccoon is an iconic rooty and rootsy East Texas race that many great runners run as a right of passage. Presented by Naked Sports InnovationsJordan rightfully places Rocky Raccoon 100 in the upper eschelon of Texas Trail ultrarunning races comparing its endless loops to Lightnin' Hopkins and the endless 12 bar blues. Thanks to our special guests: Zach Bitter, Joe Prusaitis, PJ Izaguirre, Brandon Dutra, and Chris McWatters.----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Careth Arnold & Javelina Jundred | 2025 Wins at TDS, Twisted Fork, and Hurricane 100k (00:13:00)
Careth Arnold is having an all time great season capped by a win at TDS at UTMB where she became the first American winner of TDS, a super hard and technical race.[Presented by Naked Sports Innovations]9 days later she ran and won Hurricane 100k, a much more runnable course than TDS proving shes got the fitness and speed necessary to toe the line at Javelina Jundred this week. ----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Caleb Bowen & Javelina Jundred | Revenge After a 14:20 Finish Last Year (00:14:16)
Caleb Bowen, XC Coach at Marshall University, has been running at a high level for a long time. He's part of the crew putting West Virginia on the map (the Bargain Boys). Presented by Naked Sports InnovationsIn the lead up to Javelina Jundred, Caleb talks about last years 14:20 finish and how he thinks he can make up time on it. He took M1 at Hurricane 100k last month and now looks to bring his fitness and experience back to Javelina Jundred 2025.----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Sage Canaday & Javelina Jundred | Two Ultrarunning Legends (00:12:37)
Sage Canaday has been running and contributing the sport of running at a high level for a very long time and we're honored to host him today. We consider him a legend and among the finest and grittiest runners of the last two decades. Presented by Naked Sports InnovationsHe's preparing for Javelina Jundred this week and we are celebrating the race and a few of its notable runners kicking off with Sage Canaday. ----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Can You Beat Mount to Coast H1s for the Price? (00:42:25)
The Mount to Coast H1s are affordable, well-designed, and durable. The problem? Inventory. They've rolled these out so well that they're hard to get in some markets.Presented by Naked Sports InnovationsInky and Josh jump in talk H1s, Hoka's revival of the Speedgoat 2s, Inkys run for the homeless of Manchester, pricing strategy, and more.Are the Mount to Coast H1s a competitor of the Norda 005? We explore.Borderlands.cc review of the H1s.----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
What did Hans Troyer Say? Matt Johnson, Ultrarunning Hallucinations, Lesser Knowns, + More | Hyperlyte Hotline (00:32:02)
We're digging into your comments and phone calls today from the Hyperlyte Hotlyne.Presented by Naked Sports InnovationsHans and Grace Troyer called in and I literally don't know what he said... perhaps 'young and fit'.Trail Running HallucinationsLesser Known things in trail runningtheROCKERPatrick StangbyeMatt Johnson is Running 1000 miles across Texas----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
From Scrubbing Toilets to Running Ultras: Biel (00:57:59)
Mike Krazter wrote an article about Biel where he said "Berlin runs on extremes, and Biel is one of its secret engines." Biel runs far and fast and often on the streets of Berlin training for the 24 Hour World Championships where he will run for his home country of Brazil. [Presented by Naked Sports Innovations]He ran TSP solo and unsupported from Chamonix to Marseille (find out in this episode why he didn't finish).Pay attention to Biel. He's net good for the running world.----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
Taking Nolan's 14 FKT Back from Francois D'Haene (00:34:11)
Presented by Naked Sports Innovations. David Hedges set the Nolan's 14 FKT. Francois D'Haene took it from him besting him by 3+ hours. And now David Hedges beat him by 10 minutes.Watch the film soar running released with footage and story from the effort.Join Josh Rosenthal and Sam Lohse as they talk about this and the WURL FKT (the Hardrock of the Wasatch).----Patreon | BtS Building BorderlandsBorderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letter Hyperlyte Hotline - RUNMORE649 (786.667.3649)Wylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026PartnersHyperlyte Liquid Performance - 100g Carbs, 1000mg Sodium, Miles of DirtNaked Sports Innovations - I wear this running belt EVERY TIME I RUN.______________RUNNING GEARNaked Running Band Path Projects Apparel La Sportive Prodigio Pro PODCAST GEAROSMO Pocket 3 Shure MV7 Neewer MS60B
