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Quest For the Crest
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Grindstone 100K
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Freetrail presents The Midpacker Podcast, which follows middle and back of the pack trail runners and ultra runners at the heart of the trail running community. Join host Troy Meadows weekly as he talks through what it takes to balance life and running with everyday runners doing extra ordinary things on and off the trails.

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MidPacker Pod – Field Notes Ep 2

Title: Nine Weeks to Hellbender

With nine weeks until the Hellbender 100, Troy Meadows checks in on his training as he finishes a tempo block and begins the endurance phase.

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Recent Guests

Jessica Loudermilk
Ultra runner and physical therapist, adventurer with a passion for helping others
Episode: #110 Jessica Loudermilk | Black Canyon 100K, Having an Adventure Mindset, & Her Burrito League Experience
Carrie Baris
Director and founder/leader involved with Run828 Foundation; Hellbender race director
Run828 Foundation; Hellbender 100
Episode: #109 Carrie Baris | RD of the Hellbender 100, President of the Run 828 Foundation, Ride and Tie, & Healing Through Service
Kirk Cherep
Race director, community builder, father of two, engineer, and creative force behind Trailblazer Running.
Trailblazer Running
Episode: #108 Kirk Cherep |Building Trail Blaze Running, Trail Golf, & Building Trail Community in the Midwest
Melissa Londry
Mother, race director, therapist, and ultra runner
Episode: #107 Melissa Londry | Building Safe Trail Communities, Running 240 Miles, & Doing It All with Heart
Angie Lake
Trail runner, outdoor podcaster, race director, storyteller, and menstrual health educator.
Episode: #105 Angie Lake | Re-finding the Joy of Running, Wild Women Trail Runs, & Listening to Your Body
Malcolm Pascotti
Entrepreneur and founder of Can't Buy Cool Studios
Can't Buy Cool Studios
Episode: #103 Malcolm Pascotti | Can't Buy Cool Studios, The Anti-Hustle Philosophy, & Taking Big Beets on Yourself
Erica Rupp
Herbalist, homesteader and insurance broker
Hallowed Spring Arts
Episode: #101 Erica Rupp | Herbal Remedies for Trail Runners, Supporting Your Race Director Partner, Finding Belonging in the Ultra Community
Gary Cantrell
Legendary race director known for The Barkley Marathons and Backyard Ultras.
Episode: #100 Lazarus Lake | The Barkley Blueprint, Backyard Ultras, Embracing the Edge, & Why Comfort’s the Enemy
Dreama Walton
Trail runner, adventurer, mom, speaker, and founder of Dream Adventures.
Dream Adventures
Episode: #99 Dreama Walton | Motherhood, Trail Camps For Kids, & Building Dream Adventures

Host

Troy Meadows
Host of The Midpacker Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • Finally- stories for the average long distance runner

    Some of the trail running podcasts I listen to only focus on the elite runner. It’s nice to hear about relatable individuals that run for the joy of it, to push self limits, for self discovery, to enjoy the scenery, or for any other reason aside from winning .. give this podcast a chance !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    easyisdoable
    United States3 months ago
  • Dark Divide Episode

    This is exactly the content I look for that is rare these days! Ultra running podcasts have moved away from simply sharing race experiences but this is what I love most!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nabsbxhxvds
    United States5 months ago
  • Listen to this if you live trail running!

    So Glad to have found this Podcast! Thanks Troy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tennessee Goldie
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Show

    Found this show when Troy was on a different trail running show. Liked his content more than theirs so I ditched their podcast and came here. Great show. Like every episode and can’t wait for more every week. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sfrenc01
    United Statesa year ago
  • Real conversations

    I’m only a few recent episodes in but I dig the show and will continue subscribing. It’s refreshing to hear relatable content in this amazing sport. Most of the field is really just us in the middle and back out to have a good time and challenge ourselves. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ori0n
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Relatable stories from everyday runners, not just elites.
Guests bring diverse perspectives from race directors to athletes and entrepreneurs.
Great for midpack runners seeking inspiration and practical tips.

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#67
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#197
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
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#138
Germany/Sports/Running
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#143
France/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#179
Italy/Sports/Running
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#82
Israel/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#107 Melissa Londry | Building Safe Trail Communities, Running 240 Miles, & Doing It All with Heart
Q: How did you, how did running, has running always been a part of your life or how did, how did running, how did Melissa become an ultra runner?
Melissa began her journey with running during grad school, eventually finding a local running group, especially after the pandemic pushed her deeper into ultra running.
#103 Malcolm Pascotti | Can't Buy Cool Studios, The Anti-Hustle Philosophy, & Taking Big Beets on Yourself
Q: How does your anti-hustle philosophy integrate into your entrepreneurial journey?
Malcolm expresses skepticism about traditional notions of ambition and success, stating his belief that real success comes from meaningful connections and respecting oneself and others during the entrepreneurial journey.
#103 Malcolm Pascotti | Can't Buy Cool Studios, The Anti-Hustle Philosophy, & Taking Big Beets on Yourself
Q: What was your journey to trail running culture like?
Malcolm explains his gradual immersion in outdoor activities starting from snowboarding and evolving into trail and ultra-running, particularly inspired by the landscapes of San Francisco.
#100 Lazarus Lake | The Barkley Blueprint, Backyard Ultras, Embracing the Edge, & Why Comfort’s the Enemy
Q: How do you think about your legacy in the sport?
Lazarus Lake reflects on the transference of race directing to others and the community that has risen around his events, emphasizing individual achievements in running.
#100 Lazarus Lake | The Barkley Blueprint, Backyard Ultras, Embracing the Edge, & Why Comfort’s the Enemy
Q: How do you create those types of experiences for people?
The races are designed to allow people to find greatness in themselves, with a balance of difficult and runnable parts for participants.

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Midpacker Pod offers conversations centered on middle- and back-of-the-pack trail runners and ultra runners, balancing life with endurance goals. Episodes frequently cover training blocks, race logistics, gear, nutrition, and community-building within trail running, often weaving personal stories, regional race insights, and sponsor mentions into practical takeaways for everyday runners. A standout pattern is the focus on relatable experiences, inclusive of diverse guests from race directors and athletes to entrepreneurs in the outdoor space, making it a solid fit for listeners who want actionable tips without elitist narratives.

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3. Kirk Cherep
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8. Gary Cantrell

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