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Singletrack

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

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

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Latest Episodes

In this annual State of Singletrack episode, Finn Melanson sits down with longtime collaborator Scott Hickenlooper to reflect on where Singletrack has been, what defined 2025 from multiple angles, and how the business, media projects, and personal pr... more

Rachel Entrekin joins the show to discuss how 200 mile racing strategy has changed, what it now takes to compete at the front of the sport, and her transition to being a full time professional in the sport.

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• 01:15 Burrito League, commu... more

Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Alyssa Clark comment on some of the most pressing issues in trail running today - including whether Hardrock is “cooked,” the debate around separate starts at races like UTMB, and what the future holds for the World T... more

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In this episode of the Singletrack Podcast, I chat with sport scientist and physiologist Geoff Burns to unpack one of the biggest open questions in trail running right now: why shoe technology hasn’t produced a single, decisive “Vaporfly moment” on t... more

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Recent Guests

Geoff Burns
Sports scientist and physiologist
Episode: Why Trail Running Still Hasn’t Had a "Vaporfly Moment" (Geoff Burns Explains)
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
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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

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
  • Singleminded

    Why must everything be about business in the sport? Also I would like some background on the lesser known guests on the show… do some research

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Trail rnnr 1234
    United States11 days ago
  • Top 5 podcasts!

    Been listening for almost a year. Every episode is a great listen. You can tell Finn enjoys interviewing runners and that they enjoy being interviewed. The Long run archives are also a blast as are the race predictions where Finn is sure that this runner will take off 47 minutes off of every race record! 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamJWill.
    United Kingdom11 days ago
  • Love the show

    Love how they give guest a chance to speak. Finn asks all the writers questions and makes the show easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ajack9682
    United States19 days ago
  • Always entertaining and informative.

    I love the way Finn interviews his guests with targeted questions to really make them think and open up to what is really going on in their psyche. Always a good listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jimboslice38
    United States20 days ago
  • Quality Material 🤌🏻

    Finn brings the best content, interviews and perspective to each podcast. Love what he is doing. Definitely worth the listen, same with his YouTube Channel. 5 star man!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dcheripk
    United States21 days 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.

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#4
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#5
Canada/Sports/Running
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#15
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
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#234
Canada/Sports
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#9
Australia/Sports/Running
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#16
Italy/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Trail Running Still Hasn’t Had a "Vaporfly Moment" (Geoff Burns Explains)
Q: Are we seeing all of the major player shoe brands converge around the same formula?
Yes, the form of the super shoe has converged, but with differing optimizations across brands.
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.

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

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. Some Work, All Play
3. Everyday Ultra
4. Trail Runner Nation
5. The Boulder Boys Show

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Singletrack launched 5 years ago and published 431 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. Geoff Burns
2. Scott Frey
3. Tim Tollefson
4. Alyssa Clark
5. Will Murray
6. Kelly Newlon
7. Jeff Garmire
8. Ruth Croft

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