About this episode
Tom Evans returns to the podcast to discuss his preparation for the 2023 Western States 100. Timestamps: (1:53) - what Tom is optimizing for at this year's Western States (5:40) - liquid calories, high carb, high caffeine (8:30) - heat protocols (13:15) - course strategy, pace charts (22:57) - race goals, expectations (26:12) - race psychology Sponsors: Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website ( https://www.runinrabbit.com/discount/SINGLETRACK20 ) to get 20% off your next order Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website ( https://feetures.com/ ) to get 20% off your next order) Hoka - check out the new Tecton X2 and Zinal 2 (https://www.hoka.com/en/us/) Maurten - head over to their website ( https://www.maurten.com/ ) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes. Additional Links: Follow Tom Evans on Instagram and Strava Follow Singletrack on Instagram , Youtube , and Patreon Additional Episodes You May Enjoy: #50 - Tom Evans | Pro Ultrarunning Playbook, UTMB 2022, Trail Running Teams Support the show