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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
CCC
Jasmine Parris
Race Strategy
Hoka
Moab 240
Winter Spine Race
Spine Race
Western States
OCC

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, Sage Canaday joins the show, recorded in Chamonix during UTMB week. He gets into how the sport has changed since his first UTMB in 2015, the year he wore bib number one, fell before the Pyramides and ended up taking a helicop... more

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This week on Trail Talk, Aaron and Ricki get into life after Vietnam and China, the Denis Rankin Round on 13 November, Aaron's Sydney Trail Series 24k with a sore throat, the Bhutan 40k run entirely above 3,000 metres, the UTMB major qualifying syste... more

This week on Trail Talk, Aaron Kubala joins the show, recorded in Chamonix during UTMB week. He set the course record at Tahoe 200 in June, won Bigfoot 200, and has Moab 240 still to come this year. He gets into where the time actually goes in a 200,... more

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This week on Trail Talk, Max King joins Aaron and Ricki, recorded in Moxi, Sichuan the day before the Gongga 100. It is not a race preview. He gets into the Salomon TV era and why the stories mattered more than the results, where the adventure has go... more

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Recent Guests

Sage Canaday
HOKA trail runner, ultrarunner, coach, and YouTube creator
HOKA
Episode: Sage Canaday | Ultra Running, Money, Getting Older & Cocodona
Mika Thewes
Ultrarunner who finished first woman and second overall at Mammoth 200
Episode: Mika Thewes on Tor des Géants DNF & Mammoth 200 WIN | Denis Rankin Round | Moab 240 Weather
Aaron Kubala
Yonrids Mind Specialist (as introduced in the episode)
Episode: Chasing the Triple Crown of 200s | Tahoe, Bigfoot & Moab 240 | Aaron Kubala
Max King
Legendary ultrarunner, Kailas FUGA athlete
Kailas FUGA
Episode: Max King | Trail Culture, Route 66 & Racing Gongga 100
Jake Catterall
Endurance athlete and planner of ultra-distance missions
Independent athlete
Episode: Every UTMB Race In One Continuous Run | 61,000m Vert In 12 Days | Jake Catterall
Joaquin Lopez
Elite ultrarunner, fifth place at UTMB 2023
Athlete
Episode: The Fastest UTMB Ever | Reaction with Joaquin Lopez | The Refuge
Robbie Britton
Coach and former elite runner, special guest
Trail Talk / Kailas FUGA
Episode: UTMB CCC Reaction | The Champion Cristian Minoggio & Miguel Arsenio | The Refuge
Miguel Arsenio
Second-place finisher at CCC
FUGA / Kailas
Episode: UTMB CCC Reaction | The Champion Cristian Minoggio & Miguel Arsenio | The Refuge
Cristian Minoggio
Winner of CCC
FUGA / Kailas
Episode: UTMB CCC Reaction | The Champion Cristian Minoggio & Miguel Arsenio | The Refuge

Hosts

Aaron Shimmons
Host with Trail Talk focus; long-form commentary and interview presence
Ricki Wynne
Host and guest analyst; HOKA pro trail runner

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 141 ratings
  • Great bunch o lads

    Great bunch o lads

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deekod1967
    United Kingdom8 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 Kingdom2 years 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 Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the global perspective and depth of knowledge on trail and ultrarunning topics
Shows are perceived as authentic with a strong community vibe and practical takeaways for racers
Guests and hosts balance banter with detailed race analysis, keeping discussions accessible

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#221
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#93
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#233
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#100
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#115
France/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#152
Australia/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mika Thewes on Tor des Géants DNF & Mammoth 200 WIN | Denis Rankin Round | Moab 240 Weather
Q: How did the Mammoth 200 go after you pivoted from Tor?
Thewes had about two weeks before the start and finished in roughly 54 hours, first woman and second overall. She was limited by fueling problems and had to ration the Martin gels she could tolerate.
Mika Thewes on Tor des Géants DNF & Mammoth 200 WIN | Denis Rankin Round | Moab 240 Weather
Q: What took you out of the Tor des Géants race?
Thewes believes heat and humidity caused her to sweat out more salt than expected, leading to full-body cramps, severe vomiting and an inability to keep down food or water. She decided to stop rather than risk further harm.
Sage Canaday | Ultra Running, Money, Getting Older & Cocodona
Q: What was it like back then just doing it mostly for the love, and pulling all these things together to make a living out of it?
Canaday says he diversified income through YouTube advertising, coaching, product work, and sponsorships. He notes that modern contracts often provide salaries, travel budgets, and bonuses that can outweigh prize money.
Sage Canaday | Ultra Running, Money, Getting Older & Cocodona
Q: How have you seen the sport, or even UTMB, evolve in the last 11 years?
Canaday describes increased participation, tougher lottery odds for major races, shifting sponsorships, a more crowded and international UTMB, and growth in social media, YouTube, and podcasts.
UTMB CCC Preview with Holly Page & Dave Ryan | The Refuge
Q: Pippa, any thoughts on the course itself or?
The discussion covered the early fast start, the climb dynamics, the long 20K descent into Champex-Lac, and how the race often hinges on the last big climbs after Champex-Lac, with emphasis on pacing and not burning out before the final section.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trail Talk

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

This show centers on endurance and trail running culture, with frequent deep dives into ultramarathons, race strategy, training philosophies, and the evolving sport ecosystem. Episodes often mix race analysis from major events like UTMB week with long-form conversations about preparation, sponsorship, crew dynamics, and the realities of chasing ambitious mileage and multi-race campaigns. The tone blends technical critique, practical gear and training notes, and candid perspectives on the sport's growth, media coverage, and community values. A distinguishing trait is the duo's balance of sharp race commentary and accessible storytelling, supplemented by high-profile guest discussions and previews that illuminate both elite competition and br... more

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Recent guests on Trail Talk include:

1. Sage Canaday
2. Mika Thewes
3. Aaron Kubala
4. Max King
5. Jake Catterall
6. Joaquin Lopez
7. Robbie Britton
8. Miguel Arsenio

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