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Montana Meltdown Race, Scummy, and an FKT attempt upcoming

Author
Jeff Garmire
Published
Mon 22 Jul 2024
Episode Link
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freeoutside/episodes/Montana-Meltdown-Race--Scummy--and-an-FKT-attempt-upcoming-e2m9l35

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In this episode, we discuss the Montana Meltdown and the benefits of fixed-time races. I also share my experience participating in the Scummy Summer Slammer event and my preparation for the Tahoe Rim Trail FKT attempt. I discuss the importance of emotional connection in race planning and FKTs and share my unique approach to race planning.


Takeaways



  • Fixed time races unlock mileage and build confidence in athletes.

  • The Scummy Summer Slammer event is a grassroots, low-cost run from Bozeman to Yellowstone.

  • Emotional connection is important in planning races and FKT attempts.

  • Jeff's unique approach to race planning involves starting with the 'why' and then focusing on the 'how'.

  • Jeff is preparing for the Tahoe Rim Trail FKT attempt and is looking forward to the adventure and pushing his body.



  • Jeff's Unique Approach to Race Planning

  • Preparing for the Tahoe Rim Trail FKT Attempt


Sound Bites



  • "Fixed time races unlock mileage and build confidence."

  • "The Scummy Summer Slammer: A grassroots, low-cost run from Bozeman to Yellowstone."

  • "Jeff's unique approach to race planning: starting with the 'why' and then focusing on the 'how'."


Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Announcement


01:28 The Benefits of Fixed Time Races


07:09 Scummy Summer Slammer: A Grassroots Event


08:36 Preparing for the Tahoe Rim Trail FKT


19:15 Challenges and Goals for the FKT Attempt


25:23 Building a Strong Community with Free Outside Races


Keywords


race organizing, fixed time races, Montana Meltdown, Scummy Summer Slammer, Tahoe Rim Trail, FKT, emotional connection, race planning

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