Jim Walmsley on the UTMB Playbook, the "Black Shorts" Idea, and the Future of Trail Running

Jim Walmsley returns to the Singletrack Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation. We walk down memory lane, reflect on the World Championships, dig into his insights from Western States and UTMB, riff on his idea for a “Black Shorts Series,” and explore his training theories for success in the constantly evolving world of ultra-trail running. Partners: Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made ( https://nordarun.com/ ) Momentous - use code SINGLETRACK for up to 35% off your first order ( https://livemomentous.com/ ) deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website to get 20% off your next order ( https://partners.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20 ) Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains ( https://raideresearch.com/ ) Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website ( bit.ly/3JVNIbL ) to get 30% off your purchase. Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website ( https://www.naak.com/ ) to get 15% off your purchase. Additional Links: Follow Jim on Instagram , Strava Follow Finn on Instagram , Strava , Youtube Support the show