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Singletrack

Finn Melanson
Western States 100
Trail Running
Ultrarunning
Western States
UTMB
Ultra Running
Cocodona 250
Appalachian Trail
Cocodona
Nutrition
Running
Jim Walmsley
David Roche
Brooks Running
UTMB World Series Finals
Satisfye
Hardrock 100
Killian Jornet
Canyons 100K
Will Murray

Singletrack is a podcast covering the professional trail and ultrarunning scene.

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In this week’s edition of Singletrack News, Brett Hornig and I wrap up the Backyard World Team Championships at Big’s. That includes the Belgian pair’s decision to stop together at a new world record, and whether backyard specialist Mark Dowdle belon... more

Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Leah Yingling provide in-depth analysis, commentary, and predictions for the competition at this year’s Javelina Jundred.

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In this week’s edition of Singletrack News, Brett Hornig and I discuss Jim Walmsley and Courtney Dauwalter heading to China for Tsaigu Trail and what that says about where the sport’s investment is going. We also get into the latest from the Backyard... more

In this week’s edition of Singletrack News, we discuss the mid-race cancellation of the Moab 240, Ben Dhiman’s public search for a coach, Jim Walmsley’s tease of an October start line, and a preview of the Big’s Backyard World Team Championship. 

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Recent Guests

Brett Hornig
Trail and ultrarunning commentator who regularly contributes to Singletrack News
Episode: Can Ryan Montgomery Run 200 Miles in a Day? (Singletrack News)
Ian Corless
Photographer, writer, host of Talk Ultra
Talk Ultra
Episode: Ian Corless on Anton, Kilian, Frosty + the 2012 Room That Changed Trail (Sunday Conversation)
Will Peterson
Ultrarunner, FKT enthusiast and podcaster with experience on the Tor des Géants course.
Episode: 2026 Tor des Géants Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Ben Dhiman
Professional ultrarunner and UTMB winner
Independent athlete
Episode: Ben Dhiman | 2026 UTMB Champion (Interview)
Caleb Olson
UTMB finisher and interviewee
Ultra Running/UTMB participant
Episode: Caleb Olson | 2026 UTMB Post-Race Interview
Rachel Entrekin
Ultrarunner featured in UTMB coverage
Episode: Rachel Entrekin | 2026 UTMB Post-Race Interview
Lauren Gregory
2026 OCC Women's Champion
UTMB World Series OCC
Episode: Lauren Gregory | 2026 OCC Champion
Joe Grant
Trail ultrarunner with deep ties to UTMB, Hardrock, and the mountain running community
Ultrarunning athlete
Episode: Joe Grant in Chamonix: UTMB's Early Days, Matt Carpenter Influence and Hardrock Stories
Max Jolliffe
Elite ultrarunner featured in the episode
Professional trail and ultrarunning athlete
Episode: Max Jolliffe on Badwater, Barkley, and the Faith He's Never Talked About

Hosts

Leah Yingling
Host/Co-host with analyst role; central to show
Brad Hornig
Co-host and meteorology/forecast expert; frequent on long-run discussions
Finn Melanson
Host and facilitator of coverage; drives studio discussions
Brett Hornig
Co-host with editorial and sport-science insights

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • 5 stars & a request

    love this podcast and listen to pretty much every episode. one request- please pronounce the names of runners, races, RDs, etc correctly and consistently across host & co-hosts. ex: mogavero, seidel, javelina, aravaipa, diagonale des fous…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    129463
    United States3 days ago
  • No thanks

    Used to like it, but unsubscribed now due to Finn’s backwards antics. I’m just a nobody, but I’m one less nobody that supports backwards thinking and backstabbing. Act like an adult and not a toddler that got his toy taken.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NotaNicknameJustin
    United Statesa month ago
  • Finn asks the best questions!!

    In the sea of running podcasts Singletrack stands out as one of the greatest! This show is just easy to listen to. The guests are world class and Finn’s questions are even better. He takes lines of questioning I would never think of which leads to really interesting conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJRehn
    United States2 months ago
  • Incredible!

    Finn is undoubtedly one of the best interviewers I have heard across all domains of podcasting. This quickly became my favorite podcast and I always get that feeling of excitement when I open the app and see there is a new episode. He bounces between interviews about the emotional and philosophical aspects of running to ones about competition and performance seamlessly. Really love the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Multra-1
    United States2 months ago
  • great podcast, Finn is so knowledgeable

    I have been a huge fan for a long time…and on a personal note, keep shaving, you look so much better without the beard….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DH1884
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans love the host's balance of technical detail and accessible storytelling.
Listeners repeatedly praise depth of interviews and guest quality.
Many reviews highlight consistent race-week coverage and up-to-date insights.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#10
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#22
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#22
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#34
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#56
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

2026 OCC Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Q: How will the changed course affect the athletes and the race?
The reroute creates a faster, less technical final section that may benefit runners with strong speed, while the hosts note that repeated course changes make year-to-year performances harder to compare.
2026 OCC Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Q: Does Tove Alexandersson extend her dominance at OCC, and how much could she win by?
The hosts consider her the clear favorite, discuss her exceptional UTMB index and dominant recent performances, and debate whether the second-best runner can keep the margin close.
2026 Tor des Géants Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Q: What mental and physical traits are key to success here?
Peterson emphasizes climbing speed and muscular durability, especially the ability to keep climbing consistently late in the race. Mentally, runners need to manage fear, sleep deprivation and the urge to stop when their judgment is impaired.
2026 Tor des Géants Preview | Analysis, Storylines, Predictions
Q: If you were to really get into the nitty gritty of how you would summarize the character of this course, what makes it difficult, the cruxes of it, et cetera, where would you begin?
Peterson describes exceptionally long climbs and descents with little flat terrain, a technical section between Donnas and Gressoney, and a front-loaded course that demands both climbing ability and downhill durability.
Moab 240 Canceled, Jim Walmsley’s “Late Entry” Hint + Ben Dhiman’s Coaching Search (Singletrack News)
Q: What should an American audience understand about Diagonale des Fous and its course?
Alyssa Clark describes it as an iconic French race with a course over 110 miles long, substantial elevation gain, heat and humidity, highly technical terrain, and a rugged, remote interior. The event is strongly embraced by Reunion Island's communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Singletrack

What is Singletrack about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on professional trail and ultrarunning, delivering race previews, recaps, interviews with elite athletes, coaches, and industry figures, plus wide-ranging discussions on training, gear, sponsorships, and race strategy. Episodes consistently cover major races like Western States, with deep dives into race dynamics, pacing, nutrition, and the evolving landscape of ultrarunning governance, media, and sponsorship. A standout is the high-caliber guest mix and data-packed analysis, which together create a thorough, insider view of the sport that still stays accessible to dedicated fans. Listeners are likely trail runners, coaches, gear enthusiasts, and sponsors seeking current insights, reliable race context, and candid perspecti... more

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Recent guests on Singletrack include:

1. Brett Hornig
2. Ian Corless
3. Will Peterson
4. Ben Dhiman
5. Caleb Olson
6. Rachel Entrekin
7. Lauren Gregory
8. Joe Grant

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