Finding Our Stride

In this episode of TMRP, hosts Nick and Steven share listener milestones reflecting the growth of the show and finally come to a conclusion on what actually counts as a fall while trail running.

They also talk about the Freetrail and UltraRunning Magazine’s respective Trail Runner and Ultra Runner of the Year lists. Other topics include Nike ACG’s rave fashion roots, the annual sponsorship shuffle, whether or not they think they’re influenceable, dream sponsors, and the debut of a new segment: Local Legends.

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See you in two weeks! 🤘

00:00 - Intro/Growth Numbers/We're on Apple Podcasts Now

02:20 - Falling Into Place/We Love Burritos

06:50 - Nick is Fast(ing)/Starting Resolutions

12:19 - Steven's First Race of 2026

13:13 - Trail/Ultra Runner of the Year 2025 (Freetrail and UltraRunner Magazine)

17:20 - Signing Season/Is Nike Moving In?/Are We Influenceable?

24:06 - NEW SEGMENT - Local Legends/An Ask For Our Listeners

28:34 - Local Legend #1 Erica Garner