#61 - Dirt Dialogues #1 | Paul Johnson's Transcontinental Run

#61 - Dirt Dialogues #1 | Paul Johnson's Transcontinental Run Controversy

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Welcome to a new series called Dirt Dialogues, where Xander Keiter and I talk about various topics in the trail and ultra-running scene. This week we're talking about the controversy surrounding Paul Johnson's transcontinental run. Find Paul on Instagram @pauijohnson. You can find all of the information about his run and about Team Red White and Blue (the charity Paul is raising money for) at www.pauljohnson.run Check out the Craft Pure Trail running shoe: https://www.craftsports.us/products/mens-pure-trail-running-shoe Use code fromthebackcountry at infinitnutrition.us and hyperlitemountaingear.com for 15% off your entire order podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fromthebackcountry/

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