Adam Merry | Bandera Reflections, Representation In Trail Running, State Of The Sport Talks

In this episode we talk with Adam Merry. Adam is a professional Trail Runner for Saucony based in Golden, CO. We reflect on his performance at the recent Bandera 100K, increasing representation in our sport, all the usual questions I have about the state of our sport because Adam is so tuned in, and more. Adam is a great dude and one of the most mission-oriented people in our sport I have come across. I think it will shine through in this episode. Timestamps (1:44) - running background (3:26) - Bandera 100K preparation, race execution (13:08) - whether Western States is still the goal, what's next (17:43) - ultrarunning media talk, brand investments (21:26) - social issues in trail running (27:28) - the training switch away from more is better (29:43) - continuing education as a coach (33:39) - organizing life to prioritize ultrarunning (38:36) - being a fan of ultrarunning (42:04) - outside influences on ultrarunning (46:57) - partnership with Saucony (54:25) - long-term thinking, self-belief Links Follow Adam on Instagram Follow Adam on Strava Get coached by Adam Watch the episode on Youtube Follow Singletrack on Instagram Additional Episodes You May Enjoy: #25 - Kyle Richardson | FKT Scene, Intersection Of Music And Movement, Trail Running Culture #18 - Moe Lauchert | Outdoor Entrepreneurship, Representation In Trail Running, Growing The Sport #16 - Logan Williams | Trail Running Philosophy, Athlete Sponsorships, Why We Run Support Singletrack: Patreon Support the show