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Singletrack

Finn Melanson
Black Canyon 100K
Trail Running
Western States
Nutrition
UTMB
Mountain Ultra-Trail Running
Tinman Elite
Ultra Running
Nike
Hong Kong
Sports Media
Road Marathon
HOKA
Ben Blankenship
Hayden Hawks
Black Canyon
Strength Training
Cross-Training
CIM (california International Marathon)
Bowerman Elite Team

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

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Latest Episodes

Our annual Ultrarunning Year in Review is here! I'm joined by Brett Hornig and Leah Yingling to break down everything that defined the sport this year: the performances that reshaped the hierarchy, the storylines that sparked debate, and the trends t... more

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Big news from Singletrack and Massif Running — we are the new owners and race directors of the Antelope Island Buffalo Run. Sign up here.

One of Utah’s most iconic trail races, the Buffalo Run has been a cornerstone of the Wasatch trail running comm... more

Scott Frey of Cerebral Performance joins the show for a deep dive into the next frontier of athletic performance. Scott believes the biggest breakthroughs of the coming decade won’t come from physiology alone, but from the brain and psychological sci... more

Nick Thompson joins the show to talk about use cases for AI in ultra-trail running, the concept of technology doping, urban design for run commuting, his new book The Running Ground, and some of his fairly low-key favorite races in the sport -includi... more

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Recent Guests

Scott Frey
PhD in Experimental Psychology and endurance sports coach.
Cerebral Performance
Episode: Brain Training For Ultrarunning (Scott Frey Interview)
Tim Tollefson
Professional trail runner and guest on Free Trail Podcast
Free Trail Podcast
Episode: The UTMB Era, Power Plays, and Trail Running Business Ideas (Long Run Archives #32)
Alyssa Clark
Professional trail runner for On and coach
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Episode: The UTMB Era, Power Plays, and Trail Running Business Ideas (Long Run Archives #32)
Will Murray
Competitive trail runner and recent Javelina 100 course record holder
Episode: Keep the Signal: Will Murray on Winning Javelina and Mastering the Mindset Game
Kelly Newlon
Athlete agent with expertise in sponsorship contracts.
Episode: $50K to $500K? The New Reality of Pro Trail Running Sponsorships
Jeff Garmire
Ultrarunner and host of The Free Outside Podcast
The Free Outside
Episode: Jeff Garmire Breaks Appalachian Trail FKT, Beats Joe McConaughy’s Legendary Record
Ruth Croft
2025 UTMB Women's Champion
Episode: Ruth Croft | 2025 UTMB Champion (Interview)
Hillary Gerardi
Professional trail runner, resident of Chamonix, and skyrunning advocate
Episode: Hillary Gerardi on Life in Chamonix, Skyrunning, and the Art of Risk in the Mountains
Ben Dhiman
Professional ultrarunner and former collegiate athlete
Episode: Ben Dhiman Interview (2025 UTMB Week)

Host

Finn Melanson
Host and producer focusing on the trail and ultrarunning scene, bringing insights from his experience and the perspectives of his guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • Best ultra Pod!

    This is the best podcast in the ultramarathon niche. Every episode is a must listen. Finn brings it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phildo630
    United States5 days ago
  • Singletrack

    Fantastic podcast. Finn does great work in the ultra and trail media space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DGERUN
    United States11 days ago
  • Best Ultra running podcast in the game!

    If you ever need a bit of company on your long runs or rides this is the place for you. Awesome guests and Finn is always asking interesting questions that make each podcast feel fresh, even if it’s with athletes who have appeared on a dozen podcast before! I’d rate the show higher than 5 starts if I could!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Talmage2
    United States20 days ago
  • Great show

    Really enjoy this show. Definitely one of my favorite podcasts. The Tara Dower interview is great. Huge fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JeffPII
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent

    Singletrack is interesting, articulates ideas clearly, engaging and up to date. I love learning about trail running through Finn’s conversations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teri Lee Sands
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Many commend the quality of the guests and the variety of topics covered, which cater to both competitive athletes and casual enthusiasts.
The host is often recognized for his ability to ask thoughtful questions that prompt interesting conversations with guests.
Some feedback indicates a preference for shorter episodes, which provide a refreshing format in a landscape of long podcasts.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative discussions that keep them updated on trail running and ultrarunning.
While the majority of reviews are positive, there are occasional criticisms regarding perceived elitism or bias in discussions.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#7
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#15
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#218
Canada/Sports
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#10
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#37
Germany/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brain Training For Ultrarunning (Scott Frey Interview)
Q: How about warming up the brain? Is that a thing? What does it look like?
Yes, warming up the brain with non-fatiguing but stimulating exercises can enhance performance.
Brain Training For Ultrarunning (Scott Frey Interview)
Q: Is there a way to train risk-taking in a practice setting so that if they do it in race, it's not the first time?
Yes, you can introduce unpredictability in workouts to help athletes learn to take risks during races.
Brain Training For Ultrarunning (Scott Frey Interview)
Q: But how about handling uncertainty? Where does that fall in?
That's related to emotional regulation and the brain's ability to predict uncertainties during races.
Brain Training For Ultrarunning (Scott Frey Interview)
Q: If you were to list out the buckets mentally that you want to train towards to get these people accessing the last, let's call it one to five percent of performance, what are those buckets?
One is certainly willpower, which is crucial for endurance sports. Another is emotional regulation, vital for coping with challenges during competitions.
The AI Frontier in Ultrarunning + Technology Doping (Nick Thompson Interview)
Q: Have any public figures commented on your running?
Thompson reflects on his influence as an ambassador for mountain running, noting interest from diverse individuals he meets.

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This podcast provides an engaging exploration of the professional trail and ultrarunning scene, focusing on topics such as race previews, athlete interviews, and discussions about the evolving landscape of the sport. Episodes cover a range of themes, including technology in training, athlete contracts, mental strategies for endurance sports, and the growing business around trail running. Noteworthy aspects include in-depth conversations with prominent athletes and industry experts, offering listeners insights into both competitive and community aspects of running. Listeners can expect a blend of informative content and personal stories that cater to both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers.

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1. The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
2. The Boulder Boys Show
3. Some Work, All Play
4. Crack A Brew With AJW
5. The Trail Network Podcast

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Singletrack launched 5 years ago and published 426 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Singletrack include:

1. Scott Frey
2. Tim Tollefson
3. Alyssa Clark
4. Will Murray
5. Kelly Newlon
6. Jeff Garmire
7. Ruth Croft
8. Hillary Gerardi

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