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Hardtalk by the Hardrock 100 Endurance Run

Hardrock 100 Endurance Run
Hardrock 100
Ultra Running
Trail Running
Hardrock 100 Endurance Run
Coaching
Acclimatization
Silverton, Colorado
Diversity and Inclusion
Silverton
Lottery System
Western States
Ultrunning Magazine
Hardrock
Trail Work
Orientation Hikes
Community Spirit
San Juans
Women Empowerment
Uray
Rick Trujillo

A podcast to talk about everything Hardrock! Please join Chris and Dan to talk about everything Hardrock from first timers to multi year veterans and everything inbetween this podcast will be about everything Hardrock!

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Please join Chris and Dan as they talk about running in the 2026 Hardrock. They talk about pacers, race nerves, preparation and more in this episode of Hardthoughts.

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Please Join Chris and Dan as they welcome on Katharina Hartmuth! Plenty of great stories are shared as we tackle everything Hardrock, including living and training in Silverton to navigating parts of the Hardrock course without her ... more

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Please join Chris and Dan as they sit down and discuss what they are excited about, and what they are scared for, headed into this years Hardrock. Chris, a 17 time finisher, and Dan, someone who is just happy to be here, discuss a l... more

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Hey everyone, Happy New Year! Please join Dan, Chris and Dale as they chat about how the lottery went. We chat about everything that went right (and wrong) during the lottery AND what we are excited about this year.

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Recent Guests

Katharina Hartmuth
Professional ultrarunner living in Silverton, Colorado; two-time Hardrock finisher
Hardrock 100 Endurance Run
Episode: Episode 42 - Katharina Hartmuth
Sarah Ostaszewski
Ultra runner with experience in various races.
Episode: Episode 40 - Hardrock Hopefuls
Emily Hawgood
Competitor and pace runner in ultra running events.
Episode: Episode 40 - Hardrock Hopefuls
Cordis Hall
Enthusiastic ultra runner with a backstory of community and training.
Episode: Episode 40 - Hardrock Hopefuls
Amaya Coblentz
Ultra runner and daughter of David Coblentz
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Episode: Episode 37 - David and Amaya Coblentz
David Coblentz
Experienced ultra runner and board member of Hardrock
Hardrock 100 Endurance Run
Episode: Episode 37 - David and Amaya Coblentz
Betsy Nye
20-time finishers at the Hardrock 100
Episode: Episode 36 - Betsy Nye
Katie Scheidt
Leading female competitor and legend of ultra running races like Western States and UTMB.
Episode: Episode 34 - Katie and Germain
Terry Wallace
Geoscience faculty, former lab director at Los Alamos National Laboratory, expert in silver minerals
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Episode: Episode 32 - Terry Wallace

Hosts

Dan Ryan
Media Director for the Hardrock 100 Endurance Run; co-host discussing all things Hardrock.
Chris Twiggs
Co-host and tireless advocate for Hardrock; frequent guest contributor and organizer perspectives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Great stories!

    Jeff Browning told some really great stories. And he is such a good story teller. Really enjoyed this episode with Jeff. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff the story teller
    United States3 years ago
  • Great stories

    I listened to the interview with David Horton while driving to the trailhead of Dennis Herr’s race, the Wild Oak Trail 100. Awesome stories worth remembering and sharing. Keep it wild. And tough. And giddyup Jeff Browning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BW-100
    United States3 years ago

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Engaging storytelling and deep knowledge of the Hardrock ecosystem are common strengths.
Guests consistently provide practical insights for aspiring entrants and veterans alike.
The format balances race lore with practical prep and behind-the-scenes context.
Community focus and transparency around race operations come through strongly in multiple episodes.
Listeners respond positively to personal stories and practical pacing and training tips.

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#204
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#198
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#28
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#112
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#126
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#173
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Episode 42 - Katharina Hartmuth
Q: What is your biggest advice for first-time Hardrock entrants?
Her guidance centers on doing a lot of climbing and long days on the feet, prioritizing altitude acclimation and gradual adaptation, and arriving early to enjoy the community and gain the full Hardrock experience.
Episode 42 - Katharina Hartmuth
Q: When did you first start running?
Katharina explains she began running in 2016, with a progression from half marathons to marathons and then ultras, and emphasizes the gradual buildup and learning through trial and error before stepping into Hardrock.
Episode 40 - Hardrock Hopefuls
Q: What got you into running?
Each guest shares their origin story, describing personal journeys from high school running to discovering ultra running and aiming for Hardrock.
Episode 38 - Lottery Explained
Q: What will be the most amount of tickets that we see this year?
Last year, the limit was 512 tickets held by some runners, but likely there were no 1024 ticket holders.
Episode 38 - Lottery Explained
Q: Why were 200-mile races removed from the qualifying race list?
200-mile races are a different kind of race than 100-milers, which better match the conditions of Hardrock.

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This show centers on Hardrock 100 Endurance Run culture, focusing on course legends, race lore, and the community that surrounds one of ultrarunning's most storied events. Episodes frequently feature host banter about training, lottery outcomes, course sections, pacing, and behind-the-scenes organization, plus guest perspectives from top ultrarunners, volunteers, and event staff. The most distinctive angle is the deep emphasis on the Hardrock landscape (San Juan Mountains), community storytelling, and transparency around race operations, pacing strategies, and volunteer coordination, making it a strong listen for aspiring entrants, veterans seeking context, and brands looking to sponsor a highly engaged, niche trail-running audience.

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2. Sarah Ostaszewski
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5. Amaya Coblentz
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