In this episode, we talk with Rosie Gagnon, who has run 76 100-milers in just a short time period. They discuss Rosie's motivation for running 100-milers, which stems from the loss of her son to suicide. Rosie is passionate about raising awareness for veteran suicide and supports organizations like 'Wear Blue: Run to Remember' and '22 Too Many.'Rosie shares her training approach, which involves running a 100-miler as her long run and focusing on time on her feet rather than speed. She also em...

Newly Rebranded East Coast Ultra Running Podcast!New name, same great content from Runbum and the crew. In this conversation, RunBum and Chris Stangle discuss the transition from a 50K to a 50-mile race. They share their personal experiences and offer advice on training and race strategies. They emphasize the importance of respecting the distance and gradually increasing mileage. They discuss the benefits of incorporating run-walk intervals and power hiking into training and race plans. They ...

Run Bum Races Race directors Sean Blanton and Deanna Doane answer questions from the audience. They cover bears, self supported runs, run walk method for ultras and more If YOU have any questions for the Runbum team, send us a message here! https://www.runbumtours.com/about If you're looking for some fall races for your 2023/24 calendar, check out our races open for registration now! https://www.runbumtours.com/ @runbumraces Podcast produced, edited and all wizardly techy things ...

'In the quiet of Tallahassee, where legends are spun, Ron Blanton's story, forever to run. Through winding trails and a Canyon’s embrace, A ballad for Ron, in the runner's chase. Ron Blanton, a name in the wind, Cloudland Canyon, where his dreams begin. Second place echoes, in the Georgia clay, A ballad for Ron, who runs his own way.' Kyle Kraeft is an amazing member of the ultra running community in Tallahassee Fl. Ron (Kyle) and Sean talk all about his 2nd place finish at Cloudland...

What's up Runbum family! We have a short solosode from your boy, Scottapants. He had what you would call an "unsuccessful" race at Tunnel Hill 100, but we think he really nailed the logistics of crewing himself. Today so many runners feel that the need a crew to succeed in an ultra, but he's here to give you som tips on how to make your race as successful and streamlined as possible. He does show some spreadsheets and footage, so the video version on your YouTube channel will be a great...

We're back from our summer siesta. We've been working hard prepping for the upcoming race season and we're stoked to be here. You may have noticed that we've renamed the podcast simply to the Runbum Podcast. Our motto is still 'Bend, don't break' but we wanted to streamline the name to fully encompass our race company RunBum Races. This past weekend, 11/18/23, we had our Wild Florida 50k trail race. A favorite race of Runbums, so much so that we worked extra hard to cover him while he...

We here at RunBum are excited to be releasing a FREE 50k training program. Thats right; free. We don't want your email, likes, follows, or mother's maiden name. We just want you to become a stronger, faster, and smarter runner. In the excitement of finalizing the training plan, which you will eventually find on our website, runbumtours.com, we decided to release a few videos talking about training for a race.  Our experience isn't driven by online coaching certificates and lectures; it's...

Paul Tilley decided he wanted a trail of his own.  He bought property, near Galax, Virginia,  with the intention of building his own epic trail. Fast forward, and we have Froggy Mountain Adventures.  A few years later, and lots of sweat hours, he has turned his property into the site of arguably the most vert in a 100 mile race. Each lap is just over 1 mile with 500' up, and 500' down. Do the math.  When we think of ultra and trail running, Paul Tilley is the poster boy. He hosts group runs...

This is an episode that has been in the making since February. Runbum interviewed Ivi Stangle of RunFluent and we've been anxiously awaiting to interview her partner in RunFluent, and life, Chris Stangle. We finally got a chance to talk to Chris a few weeks ago about his coaching, and also 1st place finish at a true FloridaMan race, the Octopus Ultra. A gnarly 100mile in the middle of Florida summer makes this race an epic adventure, even for the seasoned runners. RunFluent is one of few...

We here at RunBum Studios have started a new series called "Running Beta." These will be quick episodes with training, gear, and nutrition tips. On todays episode, RunBum talks about something thats sort of taboo in the running world: trekking poles. We think they are a great addition to your long races and training days. Running with poles can drastically help your speed and efficiency at climbing those steep climbs, and also help with those last miles in a long, long race. If you're just...

Today the Runbum talks with Janice Anderson.  Janice is the epitome of inspiration to switch from the track to the trail.  Janice was a fast track athlete from a young age; running her first marathon in the 8th grade at the rocket city marathon! She progressed to running fast 100k road races on the USATF team, setting multiple records and wins. She quickly progressed to one of the best ultra distance runners in the Southeast. She was the first woman to break 17 hours in a 100mile trail race....

Brad Park is family to the RunBum community. He's been the host of the Ten10 Running club for over 7 years. He is an ultra runner, but more importantly an ultra supporter. When he's not running races, he's always volunteering as aid station captain, trail maintainer, and runner support and crew. If you want to get into the trail running community, Brad is your mentor, and friend. Ten10 run club was where Sean and Scott (our producer and media coordinator) first met. I know, how cute. We...

Lovelyn Findley is a remarkable individual who has made significant strides in the trail running community of Central Florida. As the leader of the O-town Blazers trail running group, Lovelyn has played a pivotal role in inspiring and motivating runners of all levels to explore the beautiful trails of the region. Every Saturday, rain or shine, Lovelyn leads the O-town Blazers on exhilarating trail running adventures, primarily along the renowned Florida Trail. Her passion for the sport is...

We all know it. We feel it. Summer is here and we still have to get out there and train. Today Runbum has a quick solo-sode talking about heat training, acclimating, and how to properly stay cool. Have a listen, and remember RunBum family... stay cool If you're looking for some fall races for your 2023 calendar, check out our races open for registration now! https://www.runbumtours.com/ Podcast produced, edited and all wizardly techy things  by Looking Glass Designs,...

We had an amazing race weekend in Grayson Highlands this month. Grayson is a beautiful area, but known to have a "moody" climate; but the weather couldn't have been better! It's hard to describe in words the beauty and diversity of this area. There's rhododendron tunnels traversing creeks and waterfalls. There is open pasture land with grazing longhorn cattle. Then there is the high country; it feels as if its a mix between Scotland and Colorado. Did we mention the wild ponies that are...

In this weeks episode, our host, and resident Runbum, traveled to Pennsylvania to participate in the Hyner Trail Challenge. This course has been dubbed, "the run of your life," and "one of the funnest [race] courses in the world!" Sean Michael goes into every detail of the course, and why it's his favorite race in the....WORLD.  After that we have some amazing guests to talk about the Hyner and the PA trails.  Todays guests: John Dennis Shaffer, is a crucial link to the PA Trail Dogs, helping...

The Runbum crew were out again on this beautiful spring weekend in the Southeast. Sean and Scott talk about training, tempo runs, and how to be humbled at a group run. Sean finally got a chance to run the Seven Sister's 25k in Montreat, NC. A technical loop up Black Mountains east and west ridge lines. He "took it easy" this weekend as this run was just part of his master taper plan for next weeks Hyner 25k. Scott dusted off his speed shoes and went for a fast flat 50k on the New River...

What's up Bend Don't Break runners! It's the first week of April, so that means it's time for central Florida's Croom Fool's trail race! We had two RunBum race directors out there representing the RunBum community and both had epic race finishes. We all know that our host, Sean Michael, is fast; but our new co-race director, and supervisor of culinary affairs, Deanna Doane absolutely CRUSHED the 50k. She took 1st OVERALL, with a finish time of 4:19:31. Deanna Doane is an all around athlete....

Wow. Thats the easiest way to describe our feelings about the 11th annual, 2023 Georgia Death Race. We had high winds, sideways rain, and a kick-butt National Anthem to start the morning. Beautiful clear skies by sunrise on Akin Mountain. Then the heat and humidity came, making an already challenging race course that much extreme. Today we have two GDR finishers on to tell their story. Finishers is an understatement for these two. Our first guest, Lindsey Clemens is not your ordinary...

In todays episode we have the Mountain Mist 50k LEGEND, Dink Taylor.  Dink is the Mountain Mist 50k race director, which just finished it's 29th year in a row. Arguably the best 50k in the Southeast. Sean and Dink discuss the history of the race, its origins as the first ultra trail race in Alabama, and some of the legends that have raced, won, and DNF'd this epic race.  Dink is not just a race director. He's ran over 115,000 miles, 207 ultras, 86 marathons, and a total of 1370 races in his...

In todays episode we discuss how to make the big leap from smaller distance trail runs, all the way to your first 50k! No we didn't say 5k; we think you're ready to run 31 miles, the big 50k jump!  We discuss power hiking, strategic run/walk timing, nutrition, mindset and training.  The biggest thing is telling yourself that YOU CAN DO IT! Check out an amazing 2023 race schedule  https://www.runbumtours.com/races Podcast produced by Looking Glass Designs www.LGDesigns.me