The Bargain Boys Podcast

EP 18 | Cocodona 250 & Special Guest Cody Poskin

EP 18 is powered by Janji & Mount to Coast! Use code: BARGAIN for 10% off. https://janji.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTdkTTNKTGoyLUFQZHB4c0lvVlZRLVQ2UUZQd3xBQ3Jtc0ttQVdVbHZmeVpsSEJtbWdVcEN1QnotYlc3SnpHbFVadUoyZUdkRV9QZ2tvdGZOUVcwbnBxbkhuT1QxLTRNTTEzbktNWEo3bW02cFd3QkJCbmJTQXFOLW51ZEFWcFhRSkVTX0FfN0d0d1hKN2ZSVDF4RQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fjanji.com%2F&v=fQO9mGbuRxo] https://mounttocoast.com/discount/BAR.. [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnFCUTI4RjZYNGdGdzFOb3hlaFRrZWxUQ2xqUXxBQ3Jtc0tub1c2bkV2cFdvbVQyQzNiUlprR2daeldScEFRcWZzdjN1QU9YWUliNVVNYXZLS24zanlCRDQ5cm1ySWhyaGJrVEY1eGVoMzNwendHWmh4bnZFZlE2akY3MjBjaVdvaHRqYzJuQTNjSHZYMjA4eHBTVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmounttocoast.com%2Fdiscount%2FBAR..&v=fQO9mGbuRxo].In this episode Dan Green sits down with Cody Poskin and talks all things UltraRunning and his recent success at the 2026 Cocodona 250. Cody finished 3rd OA and shaved off massive amounts of time from his 2025 effort. It isn't fair to say Cody is up and coming, he is here and he is on a tear. This is a fun one.Chapters00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo] Introduction to Cody Poskin02:59 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=179s] Cocodona 250 Experience and Recovery05:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=353s] Cody's Background and Work Life08:56 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=536s] Growing Up in Missouri12:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=720s] Running Journey: From High School to College15:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=900s] Transition to Ultra Running17:57 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=1077s] First Ultra Experience at Big Turtle21:05 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=1265s] Reflections on Early Racing Experiences23:07 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=1387s] Adventures and Milestones in Ultra Running26:49 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=1609s] The Journey to the 100-Mile Race29:18 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=1758s] Learning Through Experience: Fuel and Strategy32:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=1920s] The Impact of Sponsorships and Opportunities35:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=2103s] Lessons from Cocodona: Strategies and Adjustments40:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=2451s] Training Insights: The Importance of Vertical Gain43:10 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=2590s] Finding Community in Running45:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=2753s] Future Aspirations and Moving Forward45:56 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=2756s] The Cost of Relocation49:05 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=2945s] Race Day Preparations51:15 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=3075s] The Race Experience57:31 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=3451s] Post-Race Reflections01:02:43 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=3763s] Gear and Nutrition Insights01:10:18 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=4218s] Caffeine Strategies for Endurance Racing01:12:45 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=4365s] Upcoming Race Schedule and Goals01:15:48 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=4548s] Excitement for New Race Locations01:18:05 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=4685s] Challenges of Qualifying for Major Races01:19:45 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQO9mGbuRxo&t=4785s] Fun Q&A: Personal Preferences and Experiences

EP 17 | UC Marathon & Dan's Injury Update

EP 15 is powered by Janji & Mount to Coast! Use code: BARGAIN for 10% off. https://janji.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDZtbFVlN2xvdmY2TEExMkhRa0dkTlBHNEFrd3xBQ3Jtc0tsQXJiX002eGl5d1VzdjBJNDFITDB5LWgxd1FFbWtYcXZaUHl4QzBLb0V2MG9sbWVCWE55WWJGZ1hVWjFhbDVZUmt5QTNySi1xbnNRaUlSeEREcGxYQjEwaGhWRlhOOG14c2hNOTZDa3BuUG9RWGVSYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fjanji.com%2F&v=giFwbfJIXPM]https://mounttocoast.com/discount/BAR... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTVkYjk4SmRYajVCdHV6S3lfTFpfdjZHYUh0d3xBQ3Jtc0tsbHRnQUVxMGptazhTZkdWSjRlZnpZYk0xbFpxYXdTd2pzSHR4YXNrV3JwWjdHQ1g2VDBBcmZfRDc4cG5QVnhiaHFmNFF5UTlZT0RfSG9mNEJOTzlGbFp0R1I5aXNxanlEamNQRHNPZVp2dnYwZHNFZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmounttocoast.com%2Fdiscount%2FBARGAIN&v=giFwbfJIXPM]In this episode we discuss our recent marathon experiences, training insights, race course details, and future race plans, including potential Ironman adventures. We also dive into Dan's injury updates and what's in store for him the rest of the year.Chapters00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giFwbfJIXPM] Welcome Back and Marathon Reflections06:08 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giFwbfJIXPM&t=368s] Course Insights and Challenges11:56 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giFwbfJIXPM&t=716s] Support and Community in Racing18:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giFwbfJIXPM&t=1091s] Future Goals and Training Insights32:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giFwbfJIXPM&t=1950s] Understanding Race Performance and Potential38:47 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giFwbfJIXPM&t=2327s] Injury Management and Recovery45:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giFwbfJIXPM&t=2730s] Cross-Training and Strength Building50:32 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giFwbfJIXPM&t=3032s] Exciting Future Plans and Goals01:02:47 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giFwbfJIXPM&t=3767s] Transitioning to New Challenges: Ironman and Beyond

EP 16 | Marathon Prep, Arizona Monster 300, and more.

EP 16 is powered by Janji. Use code: BARGAIN for 10% off. https://janji.com/Summaryin this episode we explore the latest in trail and road running, race strategies, upcoming races, and the evolving landscape of ultra events. We share insights on training, race experiences, and the future of ultra marathons, including exciting races we have our sights set on and race logistics.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and New Gear05:03 Transitioning from Trail to Road Running10:09 Training for the Charleston Marathon18:00 Race Strategies and Experiences26:55 Recent Race Highlights and Personal Achievements29:50 The Muddy Shoe Dilemma30:42 Reflections on the Monster 300 Race33:35 The Importance of Passion in Racing35:29 Tracking Current Race Events36:49 The Allure of Long-Distance Racing39:19 The Community Aspect of Ultra Racing41:51 The Challenges of Long-Distance Racing43:10 Cocodona's Transition to a Lottery System46:34 Exploring the Speed Project52:08 The Appeal of Niche Races55:35 Upcoming Events and Future Plans

EP 15 | Cabin Fever 50k Recap

EP 15 is powered by Janji. Use code: BARGAIN for 10% off. https://janji.com/In this episode we cover our day racing at the Cabin Fever 50K. A premier 50K in West Virginia through the New River Gorge National Park.https://www.rimtoriverendurance.com/cabin-fever-50khttps://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129212Chapters00:00 Introduction and Race Recap11:12 Race Goals and Mindset20:11 Race Dynamics and Early Miles30:02 Mid-Race Challenges and Nutrition39:05 Final Stretch and Reflections44:17 Navigating Physical and Mental Hurdles49:24 The Final Stretch: Pushing Through Pain01:01:02 Celebrating Achievements and Personal Milestones01:06:44 Lessons Learned and Future Goals

EP 14 | Crowd funding race purses, no pacers, and Cabin Fever 50K

EP 14 is powered by Janji. Use code: BARGAIN for 10% off. https://janji.com/In this episode we talk about Jack getting sniped at this years Crush Run 10 Miler, we discuss Aravaipa's newly released crowd sourcing race purse strategy, we touch on the conversation flying around the ultrarunning scene right now regarding no pacers in major races, and end with a quick chat about this weekend Cabin Fever 50K which 4 of the 5 of us are racing. We go off on some tangents, but bring it back around eventually. Thanks for listening. You can also listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Please subscribe to the channel if you like what you hear and see.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview05:44 Race Experiences and Personal Stories15:11 Recent Races and Their Challenges20:19 Crowdfunding in Ultra Running30:10 Pacer Controversy and Future of Trail Running40:35 The Role of Crews and Support in Races50:28 Gear Talk and Race Preparation