Doping, FKTs, Cocodona, UTMB, Trail Running, and Ugly Rocks in this solocast

In this episode we discusses various topics including FKTs, the Cocodona race, UTMB, doping in trail running, and the concept of power hiking. Also, some jokes written by AI and its thoughts on different generations. The episode ends with a book recommendation and a reflection on the significance of rocks.

Takeaways

• Notable FKTs started this month. A PCT FKT attempt, an Appalachian FKT attempt and a new unsupported FKT on the Arizona Trail by Heather "Anish" Anderson.


• The Cocodona race is gaining attention and popularity, with its unique course and community involvement.


• UTMB (Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc) is considered one of the biggest and most competitive trail races in the world and is making a small step into drug testing in trail running


• Doping is a concern in trail running, and efforts are being made to address it, although the fragmented nature of the sport makes it challenging.


• The concept of power hiking in ultra running is debated, with some considering it a form of walking and others emphasizing its athletic nature.


• Humor and jokes related to ultra running and different generations are awful.


• A book recommendation, 'Itch' by Nick Fowler, is given.


• The significance of rocks, particularly 'ugly rocks,' is pondered.

Sound bites

• "FKT's jokes ugly rocks this episode has everything"


• "FKTs on the Pacific Crest Trail and the Appalachian Trail. She's also written a couple of books if you're a book person."


• "There's even the influencer level of money in the sport"

Chapters

00:00 FKTs, Cocodona, and UTMB: Exploring the World of Trail Running

03:45 Heather Anderson's FKTs and Book Recommendations

08:01 Addressing Doping in Trail Running

16:29 The Debate on Power Hiking in Ultra Running

23:04 Contemplating the Significance of Rocks

Keywords FKTs, Cocodona, UTMB, trail running, doping, power hiking, jokes, generations, book recommendation, rocks