The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

Stephanie Case [https://www.instagram.com/p/DKJ18LQsOk2/] is a Canadian pro ultra runner and human rights lawyer based in Chamonix, FR. Over the last few years, Stephanie has been very open about her fertility journey, including miscarriages and failed IVF treatments, and all the emotional turmoil of her path to motherhood. At the end of 2024, Stephanie gave birth to her daughter Pepper, and in May 2025, Stephanie returned to the racecourse for the first time in nearly 3 years, winning the Snowdonia by UTMB 100k. The performance has gained immense mainstream news coverage. This is her third appearance on the podcast:   * Stephanie's fertility struggles * The financial and lifestyle sacrifices on the path to motherhood * Return to racing at Snowdonia, only 6 months post-partum * Starting with a 30min disadvantage  * Lessons on optimism * Preparing for Hardrock in July  * A lot more!   REGISTER FOR TRAILCON [https://trailconference.com/]   Sponsors:   * Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear [https://www.runspeedland.com/] * Grab a trail running pack from Osprey [https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng] * Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com [http://never2.com/] * Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 [http://ketone.com/freetrail30] for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ   Freetrail Links: Website [https://freetrail.com/] | Freetrail Pro [https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/] | Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/?hl=en] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg] | Freetrail Experts [https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/]   Dylan Links: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921]

Today's episode is a crosscast with our other show, Second Nature [https://www.secondnature.media/]. If you enjoy this type of content, search and subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player or on YouTube.   Alex King launched his brand Terignōta less than a year ago, showing the industry that it is possible to deliver high quality running apparel without breaking the bank. In this extremely transparent conversation, Alex shares all of the details of the business. As a first-time founder, Alex shares all of the lessons he's learned, as well as his plans for the future of Terignōta. Show Notes: Terignōta: https://terignota.com/ Trailmix Article: https://wearetrailmix.substack.com/p/what-if-running-apparel-was-cheaper Warby Parker HIBT Episode: https://www.npr.org/2018/03/26/586048422/warby-parker-dave-gilboa-neil-blumenthal Terignōta x Abigail West: https://terignota.com/products/abigail-west-x-crest-cap Shopify Loan Program: https://www.shopify.com/capital Outside Buyer's Guide: https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-gear/clothing-apparel/best-running-shirts-for-men/ Brand, Product, Content: Gates $100k Prize: https://go.gates.com/GBD-100k-BELTED-PURSE.html Andy Irons Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJWIPRvtAHk HY.Q: https://www.drinkhyq.com/ Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/second-nature-media Meet us on Slack: https://www.launchpass.com/second-nature Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondnature.media Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.secondnature.media Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@secondnaturemedia

Welcome to Rest Day, Freetrail's occasional news pod covering the latest happenings in trail running. The docket today:   * Western States Training Camp * Jim Walmsley, Hayden Hawks, & Jon Rea withdraw from Western States * Is Kilian the WS favorite? * Unbreakable 2 cancellation * What to expect at at TrailCon * Freetrail's Trailgating coverage of Broken Arrow and WS * Zegama recap * Sunnape Scramble preview   REGISTER FOR TRAILCON [https://trailconference.com/]   Sponsors:   * Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear [https://www.runspeedland.com/] * Grab a trail running pack from Osprey [https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng] * Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com [http://never2.com/] * Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 [http://ketone.com/freetrail30] for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ   Freetrail Links: Website [https://freetrail.com/] | Freetrail Pro [https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/] | Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/?hl=en] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg] | Freetrail Experts [https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/]   Dylan Links: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921]

Joaquin Lopez [https://www.instagram.com/joaquin_lopez_itu/] is a professional trail runner from Ecuador, living in Barcelona. After many years of strong performances, Joaquin had a huge international breakthrough, finishing 3rd at the 2024 UTMB. Building off that momentum, Joaquin started his 2025 season with a huge win and course record at the Mt. Fuji 100 in Japan, winning by a large margin. This is his first appearance on the podcast.   Topics discussed:   * Ecuadorian sporting culture * The state of Latin American trail running * Having a clear purpose and its benefit to performance * Joaquin's background in adventure racing * The 2024 UTMB and what led to that breakthrough * Joaquin's method for goal setting and race selection * The dominant Mt. Fuji 100 performance  * Joaquin's sponsor Kailas * His work with the Pro Trail Runners Association * A lot more!   *Note: In the podcast, Joaquin says his first ultra was in 2019 - he meant to say 2012, when he was 19 years old.   Subscribe to Joaquin's Substack [https://joaquinlopezitu.substack.com/]   Follow Joaquin on Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/13179293]   REGISTER FOR TRAILCON [https://trailconference.com/]   Sponsors:   * Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear [https://www.runspeedland.com/] * Grab a trail running pack from Osprey [https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng] * Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com [http://never2.com/] * Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 [http://ketone.com/freetrail30] for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ   Freetrail Links: Website [https://freetrail.com/] | Freetrail Pro [https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/] | Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/?hl=en] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg] | Freetrail Experts [https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/]   Dylan Links: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921]   If you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving us a 5 star rating and review in the Apple podcast player to help other listeners find us.

Hans Troyer [https://www.instagram.com/hanstroyer/] is a pro trail runner for Altra living in Cartersville, GA. He burst onto the scene with a win and course record at the Bandera 100k in 2024. At only 25 years old, he's one of the most exciting young talents in the sport. Most recently, Hans finished 2nd at the Canyons 100k, earning a Golden Ticket to the 2025 Western States 100. This is his first appearance on the podcast.   Topics:   * The meaning behind Hans' various taglines * Cartersville, GA and how it's shaped him as an athlete * Big breakthrough at the 2024 Bandera 100k * When the competitive drive goes to far: Rhabdo at Black Canyon * Training under the tutelage of David Roche * Canyons 100k performance  * Goals for Western States * A lot more!   REGISTER FOR TRAILCON [https://trailconference.com/]   Hans Troyer's YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@HansIsYoungAndFit] Sponsors:   * Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear [https://www.runspeedland.com/] * Grab a trail running pack from Osprey [https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng] * Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com [http://never2.com/] * Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 [http://ketone.com/freetrail30] for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ   Freetrail Links: Website [https://freetrail.com/] | Freetrail Pro [https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/] | Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/?hl=en] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg] | Freetrail Experts [https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/]   Dylan Links: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921]