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Trail Talk

Aaron Shimmons
UTMB
Ultra Trail Running
Trail Running
Barkley Marathons
Western States 100
Ultra Running
Chamonix
Tor Des Géants
John Kelly
Mountain Running
Nutrition
Jasmine Parris
Race Strategy
CCC
Hoka
Moab 240
Winter Spine Race
Spine Race
Tor Des Glaciers
Nutrition Strategy

Weekly global ultra-trail show covering races, athlete stories, gear reviews, and the culture that drives runners to push beyond the marathon. Hosted by Aaron Shimmons and HOKA Pro trail runner Ricki Wynne.

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This week on Trail Talk, Marjo Liikanen joins the show. The Swiss Canyon Trail 111k champion gets into her backstory, how she found running through orienteering, her love of technical trail, training at elite level while self-coaching and raising two... more

This week on Trail Talk, Aaron and Ricki are back live from Chamonix to debrief the Swiss Canyon Trail race weekend. They get into the race, Ricki's injury, the full weekend experience, and your questions answered.

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This week on Trail Talk, Aaron and Ricki are live in person from Chamonix — it's race week for Swiss Canyon Trail. They get into Ricki's injury that's plagued him through the taper, your questions about UTA, a deep dive on the Satisfy Circle Pit, and... more

This week on Trail Talk, Aaron is joined by Charlotte Fisher, stepping in for Ricki, with the show built around her runner-up finish at the UTS 100 Mile, her best result yet at the race. Charlotte walks us through one of the most brutal hundred-miler... more

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Recent Guests

Beñat Marmissolle
Winner of the men's 100 mile at UTS coverage
UTS context
Episode: Charlotte Fisher's UTS 100 Mile Debrief | Tove Alexandersson's Zegama Record | Croft vs Yao at UTA
George Knight
Tasmania's number one trail runner
Tasmania trail running circuit
Episode: Swiss Canyon Trail Elites | History Made at Cocodona 250
Yurick Aregger
Swiss trail runner from Switzerland
Swiss Canyon Trail competitors
Episode: Swiss Canyon Trail Elites | History Made at Cocodona 250
Gav Hennigan
Adventurer and ultrarunner with Arctic crossing experience
Individual athlete
Episode: Gavan Hennigan | The Iditarod — 1000 Miles Across Alaska
Charlotte Fisher
Ultra runner from the Isle of Wight, rising star in mountain ultras
Independent athlete
Episode: Charlotte Fisher | Grit, UTMB & the Journey to Elite Ultra Running
Ian Corless
Journalist, photographer, broadcaster in Ultra and Trail running
Episode: The State of the Sport | Ian Corless
Rebecca Hormann
Ultra runner with soccer background, based in the UK
Self/Athlete
Episode: Rebecca Hormann | Soccer to 300K — First Attempt, First Win
Harry Jones
Merrell athlete and ultra-trail runner who recently won the Trans-Lantau by UTMB.
Merrell
Episode: TransLantau by UTMB Winner on Pro Running, YouTube & Longevity — With Harry Jones
Ethan Peters
A Nordic athlete from Canada and recent winner of the UTMB race in Argentina.
Episode: From 100 Miles as a First Trail Race to by UTMB Wins — With Ethan Peters

Hosts

Aaron Shimmons
Host of Trail Talk; experienced endurance runner and media personality
Ricki Wynne
Co-host, pro trail runner; featured guest and analyst on gear and racing

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Great bunch o lads

    Great bunch o lads

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deekod1967
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Top Trail Content

    Only found TT a couple of months ago after a good while consuming often average US-centric content. The global perspective, Aaron’s depth of knowledge, and Ricki’s insight from the sharp end make is an absolute gem - keep it up lads!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simo Smith
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A poignant show for trail fans!

    Brilliant from the boys! Talking all things trail with loads of laughs in there too. Bit of education along the way for any and all to keep your journey going. Loving each show guys, keep ‘em coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Woodsy31
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Banter, hit takes and more

    Really enjoy the weekly thoughts on the trail and ultra world from Aaron and Ricky. Very topical and well

    Informed. Keep an eye out for the special interviews too. The Kim Collinson, post spine one was superb. A in depth and well thought out interview that allowed Kim to really open up about his race experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jon Zincke
    United Kingdoma year ago

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The show is lauded for being globally informed with actionable race and gear insights.
Guests and episodes are described as engaging, informative, and entertaining for trail-running enthusiasts.
Listeners praise the strong cadence and camaraderie between hosts.

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

Apple Podcasts
#112
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#49
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#153
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#69
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#182
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#7
Ireland/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Charlotte Fisher's UTS 100 Mile Debrief | Tove Alexandersson's Zegama Record | Croft vs Yao at UTA
Q: What were the key gear choices that influenced her race outcome?
Charlotte discusses wearing a Primaloft base layer with a good mid-layer, a waterproof jacket, and waterproof trousers, emphasizing that the mid-layer and trousers were crucial in keeping warmth and allowing continued racing when conditions deteriorated.
Charlotte Fisher's UTS 100 Mile Debrief | Tove Alexandersson's Zegama Record | Croft vs Yao at UTA
Q: How did training and preparation contribute to the performance given the weather challenges?
She notes that mountain-focused preparation in Tenerife, Madeira, and Snowdonia, plus a shift to longer, more sustainable blocks and a mentality of saving her legs, helped her stay ahead of last year's time while managing the weather, though wind and bogs still shaped the race.
Charlotte Fisher's UTS 100 Mile Debrief | Tove Alexandersson's Zegama Record | Croft vs Yao at UTA
Q: One of the questions that came in was whether this near-DNF could be your greatest achievement.
Charlotte explains that fighting through the difficult section after the bog, maintaining second place, and adjusting strategy under extreme weather demonstrates resilience and growth, which she views as a major achievement rather than the time alone.
Rebecca Hormann | Soccer to 300K — First Attempt, First Win
Q: What did Rebecca learn from the West Highland Way and similar long-distance events?
Her learning centered on endurance, recovery, and mental strategies to stay moving, with a focus on practical nutrition and not over-focusing on chasing a podium but rather optimizing personal performance.
Rebecca Hormann | Soccer to 300K — First Attempt, First Win
Q: What is Rebecca's approach to big races and contracts in trail running?
She focused on running her own race, staying level-headed, prioritizing nutrition and pacing, and recognizing that sponsorships are nice but secondary to sustainable, long-term goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trail Talk

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

A weekly global ultra-trail show that centers on race dissections, athlete stories, gear reviews, and the culture that surrounds endurance running. Episodes frequently explore race production, event logistics, and brand sponsorships, with deep dives into gear philosophies, nutrition, and training strategies across prominent races and regions. A standout aspect is the casual, ride-along banter between seasoned runners who bring practical coaching insights, race-day tactics, and a broad international perspective that appeals to both participants and gear enthusiasts. The show often spotlights emerging trends in sponsorship, athlete contracts, and the evolving media landscape of ultra running, making it a valuable listen for PR pros, brand spo... more

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Recent guests on Trail Talk include:

1. Beñat Marmissolle
2. George Knight
3. Yurick Aregger
4. Gav Hennigan
5. Charlotte Fisher
6. Ian Corless
7. Rebecca Hormann
8. Harry Jones

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