Nate Whitman joins the show to answer a whole slew of your questions about preparing for, executing, and recovering from the Leadville 100. We're also incredibly excited to have details on this year's podcast group ride. Don't miss this episode!

Nate Whitman joins the show to answer a whole slew of your questions about preparing for, executing, and recovering from the Leadville 100. We're also incredibly excited to have details on this year's podcast group ride. Don't miss this episode!

S6E24: LFAQ MegaSpecial + Podcast Group Ride Deets

We've never raced the Leadville 100 with a power meter, but that doesn't mean it shouldn't be done. There's a lot to be learned from racing with power, and a good case to be made for it. Coach Jonathan Lee of TrainerRoad joins us to make that case.  We also take on the question of whether it's worth the time and travel for flatlanders to spend less time in Leadville, and more at a midway point (altitude-wise) like Denver. For once, Hottie and Fatty actually agree on the answer. Astonishing!

We've never raced the Leadville 100 with a power meter, but that doesn't mean it shouldn't be done. There's a lot to be learned from racing with power, and a good case to be made for it. Coach Jonathan Lee of TrainerRoad joins us to make that case.  We also take on the question of whether it's worth the time and travel for flatlanders to spend less time in Leadville, and more at a midway point (altitude-wise) like Denver. For once, Hottie and Fatty actually agree on the answer. Astonishing!

S6E23: Racing With Power (Meters)

LT100MTB Race Director Tamira Jenlink joins the show to catch us up with what's changed, what's new, and how to be have a great day on the course. We ask her about course changes, crewing, parking, shuttles, road closures, new aid stations, weather and smoke problems, qualifiers, aero bars and bar ends, and much more. It's a packed hour of info you need to know; don't miss this episode!

LT100MTB Race Director Tamira Jenlink joins the show to catch us up with what's changed, what's new, and how to be have a great day on the course. We ask her about course changes, crewing, parking, shuttles, road closures, new aid stations, weather and smoke problems, qualifiers, aero bars and bar ends, and much more. It's a packed hour of info you need to know; don't miss this episode!

S6E22: What's New & Different for the 2023 Race?

At some point, you're going to wish you'd listened more closely to this episode. And we're betting that point is as you're riding inbound from Pipeline to the base of Powerline and confronting a headwind that can charitably be called "evil." The fact is, we all think about iconic climbs when we think of Leadville, but you'll spend far more time on rolling and flat terrain than you will on Columbine and Powerline. So: being aero matters. And this episode, we have two true experts to help you cheat the wind on race day.

At some point, you're going to wish you'd listened more closely to this episode. And we're betting that point is as you're riding inbound from Pipeline to the base of Powerline and confronting a headwind that can charitably be called "evil." The fact is, we all think about iconic climbs when we think of Leadville, but you'll spend far more time on rolling and flat terrain than you will on Columbine and Powerline. So: being aero matters. And this episode, we have two true experts to help you cheat the wind on race day.

S6E21: Against the Wind

This podcast has always been about regular people who are racing the Leadville 100: real people with real jobs and families, who find a way to do something big and bold: ride the highest and hardest one-day race in the country.  Natalie Dyksterhouse is doing exactly that. She has a career (as does her husband). She has two young children. And this year, she will be racing the LT100 for the first time.  But while ANYONE who does this race (especially the first time) is doing something pretty amazing, Natalie is upping the ante: she's planning to win it. No, she's not going for an age group podium, she's going for a straight-up win. We love this big goal, and you'll love this dark-horse story. Don't miss this episode!

This podcast has always been about regular people who are racing the Leadville 100: real people with real jobs and families, who find a way to do something big and bold: ride the highest and hardest one-day race in the country.  Natalie Dyksterhouse is doing exactly that. She has a career (as does her husband). She has two young children. And this year, she will be racing the LT100 for the first time.  But while ANYONE who does this race (especially the first time) is doing something pretty amazing, Natalie is upping the ante: she's planning to win it. No, she's not going for an age group podium, she's going for a straight-up win. We love this big goal, and you'll love this dark-horse story. Don't miss this episode!

S6E20: Going Big

Not everyone has dozens of crewpeople available to deposit at each aid station along the course, so in this episode Hottie and Fatty give their advice for where to situate your crew if you have one person to help you. We also bring back Dr Kevin Sprouse for practical guidance on being fast by staying cool. Don't miss this episode!

Not everyone has dozens of crewpeople available to deposit at each aid station along the course, so in this episode Hottie and Fatty give their advice for where to situate your crew if you have one person to help you. We also bring back Dr Kevin Sprouse for practical guidance on being fast by staying cool. Don't miss this episode!

S6E19: Crew Placement Strategies & Thermoregulation with Dr Kevin Sprouse

Allen Lim

Dr Allen Lim joins the podcast for a second time this season, this time to guide us through race day nutrition strategies. We also talk about one of the key factors in this race: altitude. You know that all of the LT100 is way up there, but how much time do you actually spend at what altitudes? The answer may surprise (and encourage!) you.

Dr Allen Lim joins the podcast for a second time this season, this time to guide us through race day nutrition strategies. We also talk about one of the key factors in this race: altitude. You know that all of the LT100 is way up there, but how much time do you actually spend at what altitudes? The answer may surprise (and encourage!) you.

S6E18: Race Day Nutrition with Dr Allen Lim

Alison Tetrick

A lot of living happens between lottery registration day and race day, and sometimes that means you have to make a decision: do you line up and race, or do you defer? Fatty's confronting that question right this second, so obviously we get into it -- plus we have info about the deferral policy that we're pretty sure will be news to most people. We're also EXTREMELY pleased to welcome Alison Tetrick back to the show, with her story of racing the LT100 for the first time. While Ali's one of the fastest people we know, she's also about 10X more genuine and relatable than most pros; we guarantee you'll love and identify with her story.  This is an episode about making tough decisions. Don't miss it!

A lot of living happens between lottery registration day and race day, and sometimes that means you have to make a decision: do you line up and race, or do you defer? Fatty's confronting that question right this second, so obviously we get into it -- plus we have info about the deferral policy that we're pretty sure will be news to most people. We're also EXTREMELY pleased to welcome Alison Tetrick back to the show, with her story of racing the LT100 for the first time. While Ali's one of the fastest people we know, she's also about 10X more genuine and relatable than most pros; we guarantee you'll love and identify with her story.  This is an episode about making tough decisions. Don't miss it!

S6E17: When to go and when to say "no" + Alison Tetrick's story

If you're ever at a Leadville Party and the energy starts to lag, you know with 100% certainty you can jumpstart the conversation by asking, "So what tires are the best for Leadville?" In reality, though, that question doesn't really make much sense until you understand the anatomy of tires: their composition and performance characteristics. That’s what we aim to do in this show. To help us, we have recruited someone who has no brand loyalty or connection: Velo and Pinkbike Sr Tech Editor Troy Templin. Get ready for some Tire Talk! In our LFAQ section, we focus on another hotly-debated topic: weight. There's a temptation to get as thin as possible for the LT100, and it makes intuitive sense: there's a lot of climbing in this race, and the less you have to drag up to 12,500 feet, the better. But Hottie and Fatty have both tried the "get as skinny as possible" approach and have some different opinions.  This is a practical episode you can definitely use for a better day on the course; don't miss it!

If you're ever at a Leadville Party and the energy starts to lag, you know with 100% certainty you can jumpstart the conversation by asking, "So what tires are the best for Leadville?" In reality, though, that question doesn't really make much sense until you understand the anatomy of tires: their composition and performance characteristics. That’s what we aim to do in this show. To help us, we have recruited someone who has no brand loyalty or connection: Velo and Pinkbike Sr Tech Editor Troy Templin. Get ready for some Tire Talk! In our LFAQ section, we focus on another hotly-debated topic: weight. There's a temptation to get as thin as possible for the LT100, and it makes intuitive sense: there's a lot of climbing in this race, and the less you have to drag up to 12,500 feet, the better. But Hottie and Fatty have both tried the "get as skinny as possible" approach and have some different opinions.  This is a practical episode you can definitely use for a better day on the course; don't miss it!

S6E16: The Tire Tutorial

We're excited to have Dylan Johnson back on the show to talk about how to approach the big X-Factor in the LT100: altitude. Dylan puts thought into every race and every situation and in the case of Leadville, he worked very hard at getting his arrival to high altitude right.  He’s here to share his approach and how the citizen racer can figure out how to lessen the blow of Leadville’s biggest challenge: it’s lack of air. And for our LFAQ, a question sure to spark controversy: is it possible to have your chainring be TOO small?

We're excited to have Dylan Johnson back on the show to talk about how to approach the big X-Factor in the LT100: altitude. Dylan puts thought into every race and every situation and in the case of Leadville, he worked very hard at getting his arrival to high altitude right.  He’s here to share his approach and how the citizen racer can figure out how to lessen the blow of Leadville’s biggest challenge: it’s lack of air. And for our LFAQ, a question sure to spark controversy: is it possible to have your chainring be TOO small?

S6E15: Your Attitude about Arriving at Altitude

Leadville — The 100 Mile Mountain Bike Race Podcast, p/b Shimano is the show for people racing (or just interested in) The Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race. Fatty (a 23-time LT100 finisher), Hottie, and a host of experts answer your questions, give you training tips, detail the course, and tells the stories about the highest and hardest one-day mountain bike race in America: The Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race.

Very helpful to listen to leading up to the race and entertaining.

Leadville

Was Zabriske high for the live episode?  Omg that was hilarious

Great show

Leadville, The 100 Mile Mountain Bike Race Podcast p/b Shimano

It's a full three hours of Hottie and Fatty detailing The Course. You may want some time markers for this episode in case you need to break it up or want to revisit certain parts. Here you go: 0:05:50 - At The Starting Line (S1E1) 0:17:35 - Starting Line to Base of St. Kevens (S1E2) 0:32:25 - St Kevens to Hagerman's Pass (S1E3) 0:43:00 - Up Hagerman's Pass and Sugarloaf (S1E4) 0:51:18 - Down Powerline (S1E5) 1:04:48 - Bottom of Powerline to Pipeline (S1E6) 1:14:06 - Up Columbine (S1E7) 1:34:10 - Down Columbine to Pipeline (S1E8) 1:51:35 - Pipeline to Powerline (S1E9) 2:00:05 - Up Powerline (S1E10) 2:21:49 - Down Sugarloaf, Hagerman's, Up to Carter's (S1E11) 2:36:50 - Carter's to the Finish Line! (S1E12)

It's a full three hours of Hottie and Fatty detailing The Course. You may want some time markers for this episode in case you need to break it up or want to revisit certain parts. Here you go: 0:05:50 - At The Starting Line (S1E1) 0:17:35 - Starting Line to Base of St. Kevens (S1E2) 0:32:25 - St Kevens to Hagerman's Pass (S1E3) 0:43:00 - Up Hagerman's Pass and Sugarloaf (S1E4) 0:51:18 - Down Powerline (S1E5) 1:04:48 - Bottom of Powerline to Pipeline (S1E6) 1:14:06 - Up Columbine (S1E7) 1:34:10 - Down Columbine to Pipeline (S1E8) 1:51:35 - Pipeline to Powerline (S1E9) 2:00:05 - Up Powerline (S1E10) 2:21:49 - Down Sugarloaf, Hagerman's, Up to Carter's (S1E11) 2:36:50 - Carter's to the Finish Line! (S1E12)

S1B6: The Course -- All 103.5 Miles of It (BONUS)

This is it, the final episode of Season 2. We're closing out the show for the year with Alison Tetrick, 3X World Gravel Champ, DK200 Record Holder, and signed up for the 2020 Leadboat Challenge...in spite of the fact that she doesn't (yet!) own a mountain bike.  Hottie and Fatty also talk a little about Season 3 of the Leadville Podcast, so be sure to stick around after the conversation with Alison!

This is it, the final episode of Season 2. We're closing out the show for the year with Alison Tetrick, 3X World Gravel Champ, DK200 Record Holder, and signed up for the 2020 Leadboat Challenge...in spite of the fact that she doesn't (yet!) own a mountain bike.  Hottie and Fatty also talk a little about Season 3 of the Leadville Podcast, so be sure to stick around after the conversation with Alison!

S2E28: Alison Tetrick and Previewing Season 3

We catch up with Canyon pro racer Jeremiah Bishop, holder of one of the five fastest times ever recorded in the Leadville 100. One of the highlights of the season in this show was getting Jeremiah’s insights, both in our regular show and in the live show we did in Leadville this year. We are unashamed to say we were totally rooting for Jeremiah to take the top spot on the pro podium in Leadville this year. Fate, sadly, had other plans for Jeremiah this year, but he's still got a great story to tell. 

We catch up with Canyon pro racer Jeremiah Bishop, holder of one of the five fastest times ever recorded in the Leadville 100. One of the highlights of the season in this show was getting Jeremiah’s insights, both in our regular show and in the live show we did in Leadville this year. We are unashamed to say we were totally rooting for Jeremiah to take the top spot on the pro podium in Leadville this year. Fate, sadly, had other plans for Jeremiah this year, but he's still got a great story to tell.

S2E27: Fast Guy, Bad Day

We kick off Season 1 by addressing the question that keeps every Leadville 100 MTB racer up at night: "Can I finish this race?" Race founder Ken Chlouber has some wisdom to lend with his perspective. Rebecca Rusch launches her "Questions for the Queen" segment with advice on the most important thing you can do while training, during your taper, and during the race itself. Coach Jonathan Lee has training tips to get you caught up and launch your next phase of training. Finally, Fatty and Hottie get into their weekly deep-dive on the race course by detailing strategies for getting to the starting line ready for the race. We went out of our way, for this podcast, to reach out exclusively to companies we actually love and buy stuff from ourselves. Which is to say, you won't find ads here for life insurance companies or mattresses or cooking kits that come to you in a box.   Shimano: Shimano XT Di2 is glorious anywhere, but its magnificence really comes into play when you're 78 miles into a high-altitude race and are now at a part of the race where it would be really nice to shift pretty much constantly, precisely, and perfectly, without much effort. That's Shimano XT Di2. The Feed: The Leadville Trail 100 MTB Race is an eating contest disguised as a bike race, and you need to train for that eating contest. Get to know the good folks at The Feed and start using your race food plan now, before it's too late. Banjo Brothers: A simple, sturdy, well-designed, time-tested saddle bag is a must during this race. Fatty's trusted Banjo Brothers bags on his LT100 bike race for more than a decade. ENVE: Whether you're thinking about your cockpit or your wheels, the Leadville 100 is the very definition of an ENVE dream scenario. Fatty's got an M5 bar and 525 wheels on his bike and rides without fear of broken components or pinch flats. 

We kick off Season 1 by addressing the question that keeps every Leadville 100 MTB racer up at night: "Can I finish this race?" Race founder Ken Chlouber has some wisdom to lend with his perspective. Rebecca Rusch launches her "Questions for the Queen" segment with advice on the most important thing you can do while training, during your taper, and during the race itself. Coach Jonathan Lee has training tips to get you caught up and launch your next phase of training. Finally, Fatty and Hottie get into their weekly deep-dive on the race course by detailing strategies for getting to the starting line ready for the race. We went out of our way, for this podcast, to reach out exclusively to companies we actually love and buy stuff from ourselves. Which is to say, you won't find ads here for life insurance companies or mattresses or cooking kits that come to you in a box.  <ul> <li><a href="http://bike.shimano.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shimano</a>: Shimano XT Di2 is glorious anywhere, but its magnificence really comes into play when you're 78 miles into a high-altitude race and are now at a part of the race where it would be really nice to shift pretty much constantly, precisely, and perfectly, without much effort. That's Shimano XT Di2.</li> <li><a href="https://thefeed.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Feed</a>: The Leadville Trail 100 MTB Race is an eating contest disguised as a bike race, and you need to train for that eating contest. Get to know the good folks at The Feed and start using your race food plan now, before it's too late.</li> <li><a href="https://banjobrothers.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a>: A simple, sturdy, well-designed, time-tested saddle bag is a must during this race. Fatty's trusted Banjo Brothers bags on his LT100 bike race for more than a decade.</li> <li><a href="https://enve.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE</a>: Whether you're thinking about your cockpit or your wheels, the Leadville 100 is the very definition of an ENVE dream scenario. Fatty's got an M5 bar and 525 wheels on his bike and rides without fear of broken components or pinch flats.</li> </ul>

S1E1: Answering the Big Question

The training, the logistics, the stress, the excitement, and the actual racing are now all behind us...at least for this year. Now it's time for some storytelling. In this episode, Fatty tells Hottie a little bit about his Breck Epic experience (it matters, because it determined what bike Fatty rode in Leadville), as well as gives a full-on blow-by-blow of his 21st Leadville 100. We do away with our normal show structure for this episode -- it's a lot more like one of our bonus episodes, with a couple of friends talking about a race both of us love. This is the last "regular" show of the season. Hottie and Fatty want to thank our listeners for your kind feedback, and we definitely want to thank the dozens (really!) of you who — before, during, or after the race — mentioned enjoying the show. We're really proud of what we created, and it's awesome to have that work acknowledged. We also want to thank Rebecca Rusch and Jonathan Lee for their generosity with their time and insight. If you have an amazing story that would make a great bonus episode, leave a comment with with the short version of it here. Finally, a big thank-you to our sponsors, each of which took a big gamble on an experiment, and stuck with us through every episode: The Feed, which fueled Fatty to and through this race, including getting me through a very tough spot at a critical moment. Shimano, which gave both Fatty and his wife an utterly flawless, no-maintenance-needed, trouble-free shifting and braking for seven straight days of mountain bike racing. XT Di2 is so good it makes Fatty mist up. ENVE Composites, for bombproof wheels, bars, and stems. Seven days of mountain bike racing on the M525 for both Fatty and his wife, with not a single pinch flat. Perfect, confident riding for the whole week for both of them. Banjo Brothers, for sturdy, affordable, great-looking bags that do exactly what they should. Somewhere out there, there's a rider who DIDN'T have a Banjo Brothers seat bag whose race didn't end because Fatty does.

The training, the logistics, the stress, the excitement, and the actual racing are now all behind us...at least for this year. Now it's time for some storytelling. In this episode, Fatty tells Hottie a little bit about his Breck Epic experience (it matters, because it determined what bike Fatty rode in Leadville), as well as gives a full-on blow-by-blow of his 21st Leadville 100. We do away with our normal show structure for this episode -- it's a lot more like one of our bonus episodes, with a couple of friends talking about a race both of us love. This is the last "regular" show of the season. Hottie and Fatty want to thank our listeners for your kind feedback, and we definitely want to thank the dozens (really!) of you who — before, during, or after the race — mentioned enjoying the show. We're really proud of what we created, and it's awesome to have that work acknowledged. We also want to thank Rebecca Rusch and Jonathan Lee for their generosity with their time and insight. If you have an amazing story that would make a great bonus episode, leave a comment with with the short version of it here. Finally, a big thank-you to our sponsors, each of which took a big gamble on an experiment, and stuck with us through every episode: <a href="https://thefeed.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Feed</a>, which fueled Fatty to and through this race, including getting me through a very tough spot at a critical moment. <a href="https://bike.shimano.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Shimano</a>, which gave both Fatty and his wife an utterly flawless, no-maintenance-needed, trouble-free shifting and braking for seven straight days of mountain bike racing. XT Di2 is so good it makes Fatty mist up. <a href="https://enve.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE Composites</a>, for bombproof wheels, bars, and stems. Seven days of mountain bike racing on the M525 for both Fatty and his wife, with not a single pinch flat. Perfect, confident riding for the whole week for both of them. <a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/fatty-favorites" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a>, for sturdy, affordable, great-looking bags that do exactly what they should. Somewhere out there, there's a rider who DIDN'T have a Banjo Brothers seat bag whose race didn't end because Fatty does.

S1E13: Fatty's 2018 LT100 Race Report

We talk about a part of training that many of us completely neglect: weight training. Bob Forster gives us details. Then nutrition expert Roxanne Vogel is back to talk about bonk-proofing yourself for the Leadville 100 by becoming metabolically flexible. And we’ll hear from pro cyclist and Leadville legend Jeremiah Bishop about making smart drivetrain choices. Plus, Fatty and Hottie reveal something new about their plan for Leadville this year...a plan Hottie is likely to regret. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS  Presenting Sponsor: Floyd's of Leadville — In this episode, Fatty and Hottie talk about the difference between Isolate and Full-Spectrum CBD.  Learn more here and then use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first 2 orders! THE FEED: Every single thing you need to fuel your training and day. Get a discount on Maurten drink mix by using the Leadville15 code at checkout.  Lazer Sport Helmets: Fatty's stoked to get a Z1 MIPS — it's light, safe, good-looking, and perfectly ventilated.  Banjo Brothers: You know how we've always told you you can get 15% off your order by going to banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites? Well, now you can get 20% off. Just sign up on our page and get the 20% off coupon! 

We talk about a part of training that many of us completely neglect: weight training. Bob Forster gives us details. Then nutrition expert Roxanne Vogel is back to talk about bonk-proofing yourself for the Leadville 100 by becoming metabolically flexible. And we’ll hear from pro cyclist and Leadville legend Jeremiah Bishop about making smart drivetrain choices. Plus, Fatty and Hottie reveal something new about their plan for Leadville this year...a plan Hottie is likely to regret. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS <ul> <li><a href="https://floydsofleadville.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Presenting Sponsor: Floyd's of Leadville</a> — In this episode, Fatty and Hottie talk about the difference between Isolate and Full-Spectrum CBD. <a href="https://floydsofleadville.com/know-your-cbd-full-spectrum-or-isolate-which-is-for-me/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Learn more here</a> and then use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first 2 orders!</li> <li><a href="https://thefeed.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">THE FEED</a>: Every single thing you need to fuel your training and day. Get a discount on <a href="https://thefeed.com/products/maurten?variant=44976484168" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maurten drink mix</a> by using the Leadville15 code at checkout. </li> <li><a href="https://www.lazersport.com/adult-helmets/z1-mips?color=000000" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lazer Sport Helmets</a>: Fatty's stoked to get a Z1 MIPS — it's light, safe, good-looking, and perfectly ventilated. </li> <li><a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a>: You know how we've always told you you can get 15% off your order by going to <a href="http://banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites?" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites?</a> Well, now you can get 20% off. <a href="http://banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Just sign up on our page</a> and get the 20% off coupon!</li> </ul>

S2E7: Bonk-Proofing, Weight Training, & Drivetrain Advice

A Note from Fatty: Hey, next week (7/4-9) The Hammer and I are headed to Leadville to race the Silver Rush 50. If you're going to be in Leadville during that time, let me know. And more importantly, if you're thinking of RACING the Silver Rush 50 (the MTB or running version), use my MRK18INFEN code a checkout to get a $10 discount. This same code works, by the way, to get into the LT100 Stage Race. And from what I understand, those are your two best options for qualifying into the LT100. Indeed, from what I hear, racing the Stage Race is darn close to a guarantee for getting into LT100, as well as a really good way to preview the whole darn course and get some experience at altitude. In this episode, we address the important questions in life: hardtail or full suspension?  What is the right gearing? Have you thought about your shoes, since you're gonna do some hiking? And of course there's so much more on this Leadville-specific bike setup episode. Coach Jonathan Lee joins us for this deep-dive into all things gear.  In our Course segment, we’ll talk about what should be the fastest part of your day: from the moment you turn off the Powerline and onto the pavement, to the high-energy Twin Lakes Dam aid station...in the ominous shadow of the Columbine Mine Climb. And In our Questions for the Queen, we ask Rebecca Rusch about head games — how do you trick yourself into a successful race? Support My Sponsors We went out of our way, for this podcast, to reach out exclusively to companies we actually love and buy stuff from ourselves. Which is to say, you won't find ads here for life insurance companies or mattresses or cooking kits that come to you in a box. These are all companies I buy stuff from and use pretty much every damn ride. Please support them, because you should. And also so they will love me and want to keep supporting me. It's the circle of advertising, folks. Shimano I don't even know what to say about Shimano that I haven't yet said. XT Di2 is just perfect. I have it on both my hardtail (a Felt Doctrine) and my full-suspension mountain bike (a Specialized Epic S-Works). The Hammer has it on her Epic, too, and it's her favorite bike ever. The way it shifts. The way it brakes. Shimano makes the best drivetrain and braking components there are, and XT is bombproof and affordable. Get it already and find out how much better your bike will be. The Feed: Hottie and I have been using Maurtens drink mix, and both of us are totally sold on it. No stomach issues, goes down easy, super easy to mix. Hottie's super anal about stuff like this, so he loved the package precision; they tell you exactly how much water to use, no guessing with scoops and different sized bottles. My overarching impression is that it’s a ridiculously non-intrusive way to get down a lot of calories. One bottle, 320 calories — it’s a little sweet, it’s a little thick, but there’s no aftertaste and I felt great — my stomach was fine, I didn’t feel that weird energy spike you get with some energy drinks. It tastes smooth, and it burns smooth. I am a fan. And our podcast listeners can get a great price on a training and racing packs custom curated for Leadville racers. Go to TheFeed.com/leadville for the race pack, and there’s a link on that page to go to the training pack. And be sure to use the code LEADVILLE15 for a 15% discount on either of those boxes. Banjo Brothers At Leadville, and at any race, you will see riders with all sorts of crazy ways to carry their bike repair essentials. People tape or velcro stuff to top tubes, stems, seatposts and seat tubes. We say do yourself a favor, use our sponsor, Banjo Brothers, to get your flat fixing goodies strapped properly  to your bike. And not just your race bike, but your commuting bike and your bikepacking bike...and they’ve even got great backpacks and messenger bags for when you’ve got to carry bigger stuff. I've got a Banjo Brothers Bag  on every bike I have, and have been for a dozen years. They’re simple and they’re bombproof. They just work. To get 15% off your order, go to Banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites. ENVE I have ENVE wheels on my single speed setup. I have ENVE wheels on my hardtail setup. I have ENVE wheels on my full suspension setup. They are the very best wheels you can buy. They're very expensive, but they last forever (or if they don't, ENVE takes care of you pronto — they're the Nordstrom of the bike wheel world). Spend the money on a great set of wheels and watch them outlast the rest of your bike by a factor of two. F'reals.

A Note from Fatty: Hey, next week (7/4-9) The Hammer and I are headed to Leadville to race the Silver Rush 50. If you're going to be in Leadville during that time, let me know. And more importantly, if you're thinking of RACING the <a href="http://www.leadvilleraceseries.com/mtb/silverrush50mtb/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Rush 50</a> (the MTB or running version), use my MRK18INFEN code a checkout to get a $10 discount. This same code works, by the way, to get into the <a href="http://www.leadvilleraceseries.com/mtb/leadville-stage-race/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LT100 Stage Race</a>. And from what I understand, those are your two best options for qualifying into the LT100. Indeed, from what I hear, racing the Stage Race is darn close to a guarantee for getting into LT100, as well as a really good way to preview the whole darn course and get some experience at altitude. In this episode, we address the important questions in life: hardtail or full suspension?  What is the right gearing? Have you thought about your shoes, since you're gonna do some hiking? And of course there's so much more on this Leadville-specific bike setup episode. Coach Jonathan Lee joins us for this deep-dive into all things gear.  In our Course segment, we’ll talk about what should be the fastest part of your day: from the moment you turn off the Powerline and onto the pavement, to the high-energy Twin Lakes Dam aid station...in the ominous shadow of the Columbine Mine Climb. And In our Questions for the Queen, we ask Rebecca Rusch about head games — how do you trick yourself into a successful race? Support My Sponsors We went out of our way, for this podcast, to reach out exclusively to companies we actually love and buy stuff from ourselves. Which is to say, you won't find ads here for life insurance companies or mattresses or cooking kits that come to you in a box. These are all companies I buy stuff from and use pretty much every damn ride. Please support them, because you should. And also so they will love me and want to keep supporting me. It's the circle of advertising, folks. <a href="http://bike.shimano.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="http://bike.shimano.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shimano</a> I don't even know what to say about Shimano that I haven't yet said. XT Di2 is just perfect. I have it on both my hardtail (a Felt Doctrine) and my full-suspension mountain bike (a Specialized Epic S-Works). The Hammer has it on her Epic, too, and it's her favorite bike ever. The way it shifts. The way it brakes. Shimano makes the best drivetrain and braking components there are, and XT is bombproof and affordable. Get it already and find out how much better your bike will be. <a href="http://thefeed.com/leadville" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://thefeed.com/leadville" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Feed</a>: Hottie and I have been using Maurtens drink mix, and both of us are totally sold on it. No stomach issues, goes down easy, super easy to mix. Hottie's super anal about stuff like this, so he loved the package precision; they tell you exactly how much water to use, no guessing with scoops and different sized bottles. My overarching impression is that it’s a ridiculously non-intrusive way to get down a lot of calories. One bottle, 320 calories — it’s a little sweet, it’s a little thick, but there’s no aftertaste and I felt great — my stomach was fine, I didn’t feel that weird energy spike you get with some energy drinks. It tastes smooth, and it burns smooth. I am a fan. And our podcast listeners can get a great price on a training and racing packs custom curated for Leadville racers. Go to <a href="http://thefeed.com/leadville" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TheFeed.com/leadville</a> for the race pack, and there’s a <a href="https://thefeed.com/collections/the-ultimate-leadville-training-pack" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">link on that page to go to the training pack</a>. And be sure to use the code LEADVILLE15 for a 15% discount on either of those boxes. <a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a> At Leadville, and at any race, you will see riders with all sorts of crazy ways to carry their bike repair essentials. People tape or velcro stuff to top tubes, stems, seatposts and seat tubes. We say do yourself a favor, use our sponsor, Banjo Brothers, to get your flat fixing goodies strapped properly  to your bike. And not just your race bike, but your commuting bike and your bikepacking bike...and they’ve even got great backpacks and messenger bags for when you’ve got to carry bigger stuff. I've got a Banjo Brothers Bag  on every bike I have, and have been for a dozen years. They’re simple and they’re bombproof. They just work. To get 15% off your order, go to <a href="http://banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites</a>. <a href="http://enve.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://enve.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE</a> I have ENVE wheels on my single speed setup. I have ENVE wheels on my hardtail setup. I have ENVE wheels on my full suspension setup. They are the very best wheels you can buy. They're very expensive, but they last forever (or if they don't, ENVE takes care of you pronto — they're the Nordstrom of the bike wheel world). Spend the money on a great set of wheels and watch them outlast the rest of your bike by a factor of two. F'reals.

S1E6: It's Definitely About the Bike

This podcast is all about preparation, but the reality is you can't be ready for everything...and the stuff that catches you off-guard is what you'll remember for the rest of your life. So in this episode of the Leadville Podcast, Hottie and Fatty talk about the importance of planning for the things you can't plan for in the Leadville 100 (and other races)...and embracing these unexpected moments. That said, when the rain really comes down (and the Leadville 100 has been overdue for a big rainy race day for more than a decade), you might want to have a great rain jacket, like Fatty's new  Gore-Tex Shakedry Trail Hooded Jacket.  We talk with Jeremiah Bishop, the astonishingly fast pro with one of the five fastest times in the history of the Leadville 100, about how to prepare for the unwanted: flats, broken chains, and other mechanical issues. Jeremiah has incredibly practical guidance on what, where, and how to carry the gear you hope you won't need during the race. Hottie has an extended conversation with Jake Pantone of ENVE Composites about one of the most impactful -- but sadly neglected -- component combo on your MTB: Your handlebar and stem. They make a massive difference in your fit and ride quality. (Note: ENVE is a sponsor of The Leadville Podcast.) Finally, our Training Tips segment, Jonathan Lee talks with us about training duration. As it turns out, you may not need to put in the huge training volume you thought. Be sure to listen to this part of the show to get a sense of how you can train for the Leadville 100...and still have a life. Thanks for listening to the show that breaks down, builds up, gets you ready, and freaks you out for the highest and hardest one day mountain bike race in the country!

This podcast is all about preparation, but the reality is you can't be ready for everything...and the stuff that catches you off-guard is what you'll remember for the rest of your life. So in this episode of the Leadville Podcast, Hottie and Fatty talk about the importance of planning for the things you can't plan for in the Leadville 100 (and other races)...and embracing these unexpected moments. That said, when the rain really comes down (and the Leadville 100 has been overdue for a big rainy race day for more than a decade), you might want to have a great rain jacket, like Fatty's new <a href="https://www.gorewear.com/us/en-us/gore-r7-gore-tex-shakedry-trail-hooded-jacket-100457.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Gore-Tex Shakedry Trail Hooded Jacket</a>.  We talk with Jeremiah Bishop, the astonishingly fast pro with one of the five fastest times in the history of the Leadville 100, about how to prepare for the unwanted: flats, broken chains, and other mechanical issues. Jeremiah has incredibly practical guidance on what, where, and how to carry the gear you hope you won't need during the race. Hottie has an extended conversation with Jake Pantone of ENVE Composites about one of the most impactful -- but sadly neglected -- component combo on your MTB: Your handlebar and stem. They make a massive difference in your fit and ride quality. (Note: ENVE is a sponsor of The Leadville Podcast.) Finally, our Training Tips segment, Jonathan Lee talks with us about training duration. As it turns out, you may not need to put in the huge training volume you thought. Be sure to listen to this part of the show to get a sense of how you can train for the Leadville 100...and still have a life. Thanks for listening to the show that breaks down, builds up, gets you ready, and freaks you out for the highest and hardest one day mountain bike race in the country!

S2E08: It's not (just) about the volume

In this episode, we’ll also be talking about the part of the course everyone obsesses about — one of the true defining moments of the Leadville 100: the climb to Columbine Mine. We set you straight on the most asked about part of Leadville bike setup: the rolling parts. We brought in a couple of our friends from ENVE, both of them Leadville veterans — each with finish times of around 7:30 — to geek out about rims, tires, sealant and air pressure. We talk about how to come back from setbacks during training, whether it's an injury or illness. Enjoy this seriously-packed show! Support My Sponsors We went out of our way, for this podcast, to reach out exclusively to companies we actually love and buy stuff from ourselves. Which is to say, you won't find ads here for life insurance companies or mattresses or cooking kits that come to you in a box. These are all companies I buy stuff from and use pretty much every damn ride. Please support them, because you should. And also so they will love me and want to keep supporting me. It's the circle of advertising, folks. Shimano I don't even know what to say about Shimano that I haven't yet said. XT Di2 is just perfect. I have it on both my hardtail (a Felt Doctrine) and my full-suspension mountain bike (a Specialized Epic S-Works). The Hammer has it on her Epic, too, and it's her favorite bike ever. The way it shifts. The way it brakes. Shimano makes the best drivetrain and braking components there are, and XT is bombproof and affordable. Get it already and find out how much better your bike will be. The Feed Hottie and I have been using Maurten drink mix, and both of us are totally sold on it. No stomach issues, goes down easy, super easy to mix. Hottie's super anal about stuff like this, so he loved the package precision; they tell you exactly how much water to use, no guessing with scoops and different sized bottles. My overarching impression is that it’s a ridiculously non-intrusive way to get down a lot of calories. One bottle, 320 calories — it’s a little sweet, it’s a little thick, but there’s no aftertaste and I felt great — my stomach was fine, I didn’t feel that weird energy spike you get with some energy drinks. It tastes smooth, and it burns smooth. I am a fan. And our podcast listeners can get a great price on a training and racing packs custom curated for Leadville racers. Go to TheFeed.com/leadville for the race pack, and there’s a link on that page to go to the training pack. And be sure to use the code LEADVILLE15 for a 15% discount on either of those boxes. And starting with this episode (now, basically), you can use the LEADVILLE15 code at checkout for any Maurten drink mix purchase. Banjo Brothers At Leadville, and at any race, you will see riders with all sorts of crazy ways to carry their bike repair essentials. People tape or velcro stuff to top tubes, stems, seatposts and seat tubes. We say do yourself a favor, use our sponsor, Banjo Brothers, to get your flat fixing goodies strapped properly  to your bike. And not just your race bike, but your commuting bike and your bikepacking bike...and they’ve even got great backpacks and messenger bags for when you’ve got to carry bigger stuff. I've got a Banjo Brothers Bag  on every bike I have, and have been for a dozen years. They’re simple and they’re bombproof. They just work. To get 15% off your order, go to Banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites. ENVE I have ENVE wheels on my single speed setup. I have ENVE wheels on my hardtail setup. I have ENVE wheels on my full suspension setup. They are the very best wheels you can buy. They're very expensive, but they last forever (or if they don't, ENVE takes care of you pronto — they're the Nordstrom of the bike wheel world). Spend the money on a great set of wheels and watch them outlast the rest of your bike by a factor of two. F'reals.

In this episode, we’ll also be talking about the part of the course everyone obsesses about — one of the true defining moments of the Leadville 100: the climb to Columbine Mine. We set you straight on the most asked about part of Leadville bike setup: the rolling parts. We brought in a couple of our friends from ENVE, both of them Leadville veterans — each with finish times of around 7:30 — to geek out about rims, tires, sealant and air pressure. We talk about how to come back from setbacks during training, whether it's an injury or illness. Enjoy this seriously-packed show! Support My Sponsors We went out of our way, for this podcast, to reach out exclusively to companies we actually love and buy stuff from ourselves. Which is to say, you won't find ads here for life insurance companies or mattresses or cooking kits that come to you in a box. These are all companies I buy stuff from and use pretty much every damn ride. Please support them, because you should. And also so they will love me and want to keep supporting me. It's the circle of advertising, folks. <a href="http://bike.shimano.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="http://bike.shimano.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shimano</a> I don't even know what to say about Shimano that I haven't yet said. XT Di2 is just perfect. I have it on both my hardtail (a Felt Doctrine) and my full-suspension mountain bike (a Specialized Epic S-Works). The Hammer has it on her Epic, too, and it's her favorite bike ever. The way it shifts. The way it brakes. Shimano makes the best drivetrain and braking components there are, and XT is bombproof and affordable. Get it already and find out how much better your bike will be. <a href="http://thefeed.com/leadville" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://thefeed.com/leadville" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Feed</a> Hottie and I have been using Maurten drink mix, and both of us are totally sold on it. No stomach issues, goes down easy, super easy to mix. Hottie's super anal about stuff like this, so he loved the package precision; they tell you exactly how much water to use, no guessing with scoops and different sized bottles. My overarching impression is that it’s a ridiculously non-intrusive way to get down a lot of calories. One bottle, 320 calories — it’s a little sweet, it’s a little thick, but there’s no aftertaste and I felt great — my stomach was fine, I didn’t feel that weird energy spike you get with some energy drinks. It tastes smooth, and it burns smooth. I am a fan. And our podcast listeners can get a great price on a training and racing packs custom curated for Leadville racers. Go to <a href="http://thefeed.com/leadville" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TheFeed.com/leadville</a> for the race pack, and there’s a <a href="https://thefeed.com/collections/the-ultimate-leadville-training-pack" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">link on that page to go to the training pack</a>. And be sure to use the code LEADVILLE15 for a 15% discount on either of those boxes. And starting with this episode (now, basically), you can use the LEADVILLE15 code at checkout for any Maurten drink mix purchase. <a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a> At Leadville, and at any race, you will see riders with all sorts of crazy ways to carry their bike repair essentials. People tape or velcro stuff to top tubes, stems, seatposts and seat tubes. We say do yourself a favor, use our sponsor, Banjo Brothers, to get your flat fixing goodies strapped properly  to your bike. And not just your race bike, but your commuting bike and your bikepacking bike...and they’ve even got great backpacks and messenger bags for when you’ve got to carry bigger stuff. I've got a Banjo Brothers Bag  on every bike I have, and have been for a dozen years. They’re simple and they’re bombproof. They just work. To get 15% off your order, go to <a href="http://banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites</a>. <a href="http://enve.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://enve.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE</a> I have ENVE wheels on my single speed setup. I have ENVE wheels on my hardtail setup. I have ENVE wheels on my full suspension setup. They are the very best wheels you can buy. They're very expensive, but they last forever (or if they don't, ENVE takes care of you pronto — they're the Nordstrom of the bike wheel world). Spend the money on a great set of wheels and watch them outlast the rest of your bike by a factor of two. F'reals.

S1E7: The Climb Up to Columbine Mine

(((We're happy to announce we have a place, date and time for the "Leadville Live" Q&amp;A episode of this show. Go to bit.ly/leadvillelive to get your free ticket!))) In this episode, Hottie and Fatty dig into whether and when to wear hydration packs in a race (and which does best in which parts of the course), as well as analyze the relative merits of different brands of hydration packs, bottles, and cages. Roxy, our nutrition guru, talks about how to bounce back when things go wrong on race day, and our mechanic has valuable tips for maintaining your brakes. Links to stuff we talk about in this episode:  Free Tickets to our Leadville Live Q&amp;A Recording Arundel Mandible bottle cages  Specialized Purist Hydroflo  USWE Airborne 3L  THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS  Presenting Sponsor: Floyd's of Leadville: Use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first 2 orders! THE FEED: Every single thing you need to fuel your training and day. Get a discount on Maurten drink mix by using the Leadville15 code at checkout.  Shimano: The absolute best in bike gear, whether you are looking for components, a helmet, accessories...or even socks.  Banjo Brothers: Get 15% off your order by going to banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites. ENVE: If you're racing the Leadville 100, there's no better wheels than the ENVE M525, no better bar than the M5, no better stem than the M6 Mountain Stem, and no better seatpost than the ENVE Seatpost.  

(((We're happy to announce we have a place, date and time for the "Leadville Live" Q&amp;A episode of this show. Go to <a href="http://bit.ly/leadvillelive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/leadvillelive</a> to get your free ticket!))) In this episode, Hottie and Fatty dig into whether and when to wear hydration packs in a race (and which does best in which parts of the course), as well as analyze the relative merits of different brands of hydration packs, bottles, and cages. Roxy, our nutrition guru, talks about how to bounce back when things go wrong on race day, and our mechanic has valuable tips for maintaining your brakes. Links to stuff we talk about in this episode: <ul> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/leadvillelive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Free Tickets to our Leadville Live Q&amp;A Recording</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.arundelbike.com/product/mandible/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arundel Mandible bottle cages</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.jensonusa.com/Specialized-Purist-Hydroflo-Moflo-23Oz-Trans-BLK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Specialized Purist Hydroflo</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.uswe-sports.com/us/packs/mtb/airborne/airborne-3l-phone-pocket" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> USWE Airborne 3L</a></li> </ul> THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS <ul> <li><a href="https://floydsofleadville.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Presenting Sponsor: Floyd's of Leadville</a>: Use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first 2 orders!</li> <li><a href="https://thefeed.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">THE FEED</a>: Every single thing you need to fuel your training and day. Get a discount on <a href="https://thefeed.com/products/maurten?variant=44976484168" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maurten drink mix</a> by using the Leadville15 code at checkout. </li> <li><a href="https://bike.shimano.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Shimano</a>: The absolute best in bike gear, whether you are looking for components, a helmet, accessories...or even <a href="https://bike.shimano.com/en-US/product/apparel-accessories/s-phyre.html#cg5SHICSocks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">socks</a>. </li> <li><a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a>: Get 15% off your order by going to <a href="http://banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites</a>.</li> <li><a href="https://www.enve.com/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE</a>: If you're racing the Leadville 100, there's no better wheels than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/m525/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE M525</a>, no better bar than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/m5-mountain-handlebar-31-8mm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">M5</a>, no better stem than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/m6-mountain-stem-31-8mm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">M6 Mountain Stem</a>, and no better seatpost than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/seatpost-400mm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE Seatpost</a>. </li> </ul>

S2E16: Bottles Vs Hydration Packs

Every year, there is someone in the Leadville 100 who is the last person to finish—the “Last Ass Over the Pass.” That person is guaranteed to have a story to tell. In this episode, we’ll hear his story. We'll also hear from Bob Forster, Physcial Therapist and Coach, on finding more horsepower in your engine (so you won't be the 2019 Last Ass Over the Pass).   Big thanks go to our sponsors:  Floyd's of Leadville: We’re very excited to have Floyd’s of Leadville as our presenting sponsor; check out Floyd’s at floydsofleadville.com and use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first two orders. Shimano: You already know they make the best components, drivetrains, and brakes. You know how many mountain bikes Fatty and The Hammer have between them? Around half a dozen. You know how many of those bikes have Shimano XT or XTR brakes? All of them. Coincidence? I think NOT. Banjo Brothers: Fatty and Hottie are both such huge fans of these tough, practical and affordable bike bags and packs. Go to banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites and get 20% off your order. And you know what? Be sure to pick up a  Deluxe Seat Bag, size Medium while you're there. You'll be amazed at how much it can hold, and some day you'll be glad that bag is holding it. ENVE: The best wheels — for road, gravel and (of course!) mountain bikes. If you want a faster time at Leadville, the best upgrade you can make is a great wheelset. And the best wheelset you can possibly own for the Leadville 100 is the ENVE M525.  The Feed: February is a great time to try new things, and our sponsor The Feed is exactly the right place to go experiment. Head on over, chat online with one of the experts — tell them that the Leadville podcast sent you — and see what they recommend for you and the goals you’ve set. Get a great price on a pack curated for Leadville racers. Go to TheFeed.com/leadville for our Leadville pack, and be sure to use the code LEADVILLE15.  

Every year, there is someone in the Leadville 100 who is the last person to finish—the “Last Ass Over the Pass.” That person is guaranteed to have a story to tell. In this episode, we’ll hear his story. We'll also hear from Bob Forster, Physcial Therapist and Coach, on finding more horsepower in your engine (so you won't be the 2019 Last Ass Over the Pass). Big thanks go to our sponsors: <ul> <li><a href="https://floydsofleadville.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Floyd's of Leadville</a>: We’re very excited to have Floyd’s of Leadville as our presenting sponsor; check out Floyd’s at <a href="https://floydsofleadville.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">floydsofleadville.com</a> and use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first two orders.</li> <li><a href="https://bike.shimano.com/en-US/home.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shimano</a>: You already know they make the best components, drivetrains, and brakes. You know how many mountain bikes Fatty and The Hammer have between them? Around half a dozen. You know how many of those bikes have Shimano XT or XTR brakes? All of them. Coincidence? I think NOT.</li> <li><a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a>: Fatty and Hottie are both such huge fans of these tough, practical and affordable bike bags and packs. Go to <a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites</a> and get 20% off your order. And you know what? Be sure to pick up a <a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/seat-bags/products/deluxe-seat-bag-medium" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Deluxe Seat Bag, size Medium</a> while you're there. You'll be amazed at how much it can hold, and some day you'll be glad that bag is holding it.</li> <li><a href="https://www.enve.com/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE</a>: The best wheels — for road, gravel and (of course!) mountain bikes. If you want a faster time at Leadville, the best upgrade you can make is a great wheelset. And the best wheelset you can possibly own for the Leadville 100 is the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/m525/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE M525</a>. </li> <li><a href="https://thefeed.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Feed</a>: February is a great time to try new things, and our sponsor The Feed is exactly the right place to go experiment. Head on over, chat online with one of the experts — tell them that the Leadville podcast sent you — and see what they recommend for you and the goals you’ve set. Get a great price on a pack curated for Leadville racers. Go to <a href="TheFeed.com/leadville" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TheFeed.com/leadville</a> for our Leadville pack, and be sure to use the code LEADVILLE15. </li> </ul>

S2E4: Last Ass Over the Pass

Larissa Connors

Larissa Connors is an incredibly fast, fun, and joyful racer...and quite possibly the most entertaining LT100 champion Hottie and Fatty have ever interviewed. Also, Hottie's back from Sea Otter and we talk about what what felt like the star of the show: the Niner MCR. Will this be the first production drop-bar bike to have mass LT100 appeal?  THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS  Presenting Sponsor: Floyd's of Leadville: Use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first 2 orders! THE FEED: Every single thing you need to fuel your training and day. Get a discount on Maurten drink mix by using the Leadville15 code at checkout.  Shimano: The absolute best in bike gear, whether you are looking for components, a helmet, accessories...or even socks.  Banjo Brothers: Get 15% off your order by going to banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites. ENVE: If you're racing the Leadville 100, there's no better wheels than the ENVE M525, no better bar than the M5, and no better seatpost than the ENVE Seatpost.  

Larissa Connors is an incredibly fast, fun, and joyful racer...and quite possibly the most entertaining LT100 champion Hottie and Fatty have ever interviewed. Also, Hottie's back from Sea Otter and we talk about what what felt like the star of the show: the Niner MCR. Will this be the first production drop-bar bike to have mass LT100 appeal?  THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS <ul> <li><a href="https://floydsofleadville.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Presenting Sponsor: Floyd's of Leadville</a>: Use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first 2 orders!</li> <li><a href="https://thefeed.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">THE FEED</a>: Every single thing you need to fuel your training and day. Get a discount on <a href="https://thefeed.com/products/maurten?variant=44976484168" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maurten drink mix</a> by using the Leadville15 code at checkout. </li> <li><a href="https://bike.shimano.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Shimano</a>: The absolute best in bike gear, whether you are looking for components, a helmet, accessories...or even <a href="https://bike.shimano.com/en-US/product/apparel-accessories/s-phyre.html#cg5SHICSocks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">socks</a>. </li> <li><a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a>: Get 15% off your order by going to <a href="http://banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites</a>.</li> <li><a href="https://www.enve.com/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE</a>: If you're racing the Leadville 100, there's no better wheels than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/m525/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE M525</a>, no better bar than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/m5-mountain-handlebar-31-8mm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">M5</a>, and no better seatpost than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/seatpost-400mm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE Seatpost</a>. </li> </ul>

S2E10: Larissa Connors, Back-To-Back LT100 Champ

In this episode of The Leadville Podcast, Rebecca Rusch — The Queen of Pain — talks about the advice she gave to Fatty's wife a few years ago: the same advice that Lisa says changed everything for her: "Pedal! Pedal! Pedal! Pedal!" While your fitness is what it is at this point, understanding what Reba means by taking advantage of "the spaces in between" can make an enormous difference in your race. This is quite likely the most important lesson you can learn from this podcast, so pay attention.  Of course, before you race in Leadville, you've got to get to Leadville. Once there, what are you going to do for fun? And where are you going to eat? Hottie and Fatty have a long list full of great ideas for you.  And we get to the penultimate episode of our detailed description of The Course, talking about the rocky descent down Sugarloaf, the fast flight down Hagerman's Pass (on which we now have a ruling for correct pronunciation) and then the climb up Turquoise Lake Road, which you'll either love or...not. This is a packed and fun episode, with plenty of useful info for both you AND your family and friends. Enjoy! 

In this episode of The Leadville Podcast, Rebecca Rusch — The Queen of Pain — talks about the advice she gave to Fatty's wife a few years ago: the same advice that Lisa says changed everything for her: "Pedal! Pedal! Pedal! Pedal!" While your fitness is what it is at this point, understanding what Reba means by taking advantage of "the spaces in between" can make an enormous difference in your race. This is quite likely the most important lesson you can learn from this podcast, so pay attention.  Of course, before you race in Leadville, you've got to get to Leadville. Once there, what are you going to do for fun? And where are you going to eat? Hottie and Fatty have a long list full of great ideas for you.  And we get to the penultimate episode of our detailed description of The Course, talking about the rocky descent down Sugarloaf, the fast flight down Hagerman's Pass (on which we now have a ruling for correct pronunciation) and then the climb up Turquoise Lake Road, which you'll either love or...not. This is a packed and fun episode, with plenty of useful info for both you AND your family and friends. Enjoy!

S1E11: OK, You're In Leadville. Now What?

All of our episodes are "must-hear" episodes, but this is quite likely the most critical episode you can listen to this year. We've got an incredible interview with Dr Colin Grissom, a well-known pulmonologist with special expertise in exercise at high-altitude. If you're racing the LT100, you NEED to hear what he has to say. In Our Questions for the Queen segment, Rebecca Rusch gets gross, talking about how to keep going when you have GI issues. In our segment on The Course, we talk about road tactics on Hagerman, as what is often acknowledged as the best part of the race: Sugarloaf  Jonathan Lee’s training advice will — finally — cut you a little slack.

All of our episodes are "must-hear" episodes, but this is quite likely the most critical episode you can listen to this year. We've got an incredible interview with Dr Colin Grissom, a well-known pulmonologist with special expertise in exercise at high-altitude. If you're racing the LT100, you NEED to hear what he has to say. In Our Questions for the Queen segment, Rebecca Rusch gets gross, talking about how to keep going when you have GI issues. In our segment on The Course, we talk about road tactics on Hagerman, as what is often acknowledged as the best part of the race: Sugarloaf  Jonathan Lee’s training advice will — finally — cut you a little slack.

S1E4: The (Lack of) Air Up There

When you pass the Carter's Aid Station, you've got 12 miles and about an hour left in your race. In this episode of The Leadville Podcast, Hottie and Fatty talk not just about the physical part of the course — the St Kevens climb and descent, the push to the pavement, the railroad doubletrack and the brutal finish up The Boulevard — but the mental toll the race has likely taken on you. Do not miss this fierce and satisfying conclusion to the pre-race episodes of Season 1 of The Leadville Podcast!  (Don't worry, though: there will be at least one post-race storytelling session episode of the show before we go on hiatus 'til season 2.)

When you pass the Carter's Aid Station, you've got 12 miles and about an hour left in your race. In this episode of The Leadville Podcast, Hottie and Fatty talk not just about the physical part of the course — the St Kevens climb and descent, the push to the pavement, the railroad doubletrack and the brutal finish up The Boulevard — but the mental toll the race has likely taken on you. Do not miss this fierce and satisfying conclusion to the pre-race episodes of Season 1 of The Leadville Podcast!  (Don't worry, though: there will be at least one post-race storytelling session episode of the show before we go on hiatus 'til season 2.)

S1E12: The Final Hour

In this episode, we talk about the endurance racer’s worst enemy: cramps. Fatty interviews Rebecca Rusch — The Queen of Pain — to get her tips on avoiding and surviving cramps, and Hottie and Fatty talk about our own experiences and expertise on dealing with cramps, too. We detail the dash for the Leadville City limits in our "The Course" segment, digging into the seven most important things you can know about in the first six miles of this race. You'll be astonished at how many of these tips are useful no matter what race you're doing. Finally, Coach Jonathan Lee of TrainerRoad talks about rest intervals, an often-neglected piece of getting real race fitness. If you've ever cramped — or would like to avoid them in the future — you should listen to this episode. And you should subscribe, too, because that will make us happy. Thanks to Our Sponsors We went out of our way, for this podcast, to reach out exclusively to companies we actually love and buy stuff from ourselves. Which is to say, you won't find ads here for life insurance companies or mattresses or cooking kits that come to you in a box.  Shimano: Shimano XT Di2 is glorious anywhere, but its magnificence really comes into play when you're 78 miles into a high-altitude race and are now at a part of the race where it would be really nice to shift pretty much constantly, precisely, and perfectly, without much effort. That's Shimano XT Di2. The Feed: The Leadville Trail 100 MTB Race is an eating contest disguised as a bike race, and you need to train for that eating contest. Get to know the good folks at The Feed and start using your race food plan now, before it's too late. Banjo Brothers: A simple, sturdy, well-designed, time-tested saddle bag is a must during this race. Fatty's trusted Banjo Brothers bags on his LT100 bike race for more than a decade. ENVE: Whether you're thinking about your cockpit or your wheels, the Leadville 100 is the very definition of an ENVE dream scenario. I've got an M5 bar and M525 wheels on his bike and rides without fear of broken components or pinch flats. 

In this episode, we talk about the endurance racer’s worst enemy: cramps. Fatty interviews <a href="http://https//www.rebeccarusch.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca Rusch — The Queen of Pain —</a> to get her tips on avoiding and surviving cramps, and Hottie and Fatty talk about our own experiences and expertise on dealing with cramps, too. We detail the dash for the Leadville City limits in our "The Course" segment, digging into the seven most important things you can know about in the first six miles of this race. You'll be astonished at how many of these tips are useful no matter what race you're doing. Finally, <a href="https://www.trainerroad.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Coach Jonathan Lee of TrainerRoad</a> talks about rest intervals, an often-neglected piece of getting real race fitness. If you've ever cramped — or would like to avoid them in the future — you should listen to this episode. And you should subscribe, too, because that will make us happy. Thanks to Our Sponsors We went out of our way, for this podcast, to reach out exclusively to companies we actually love and buy stuff from ourselves. Which is to say, you won't find ads here for life insurance companies or mattresses or cooking kits that come to you in a box. <ul> <li><a href="http://bike.shimano.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shimano</a>: Shimano XT Di2 is glorious anywhere, but its magnificence really comes into play when you're 78 miles into a high-altitude race and are now at a part of the race where it would be really nice to shift pretty much constantly, precisely, and perfectly, without much effort. That's Shimano XT Di2.</li> <li><a href="https://thefeed.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Feed</a>: The Leadville Trail 100 MTB Race is an eating contest disguised as a bike race, and you need to train for that eating contest. Get to know the good folks at The Feed and start using your race food plan now, before it's too late.</li> <li><a href="https://banjobrothers.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a>: A simple, sturdy, well-designed, time-tested saddle bag is a must during this race. Fatty's trusted Banjo Brothers bags on his LT100 bike race for more than a decade.</li> <li><a href="https://enve.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE</a>: Whether you're thinking about your cockpit or your wheels, the Leadville 100 is the very definition of an ENVE dream scenario. I've got an M5 bar and M525 wheels on his bike and rides without fear of broken components or pinch flats.</li> </ul>

S1E2: Preventing — and Coping With — Cramps

There's no arguing that your Leadville 100 success depends on hard work, skill, nutrition, and preparation. But this episode, we talk with the genius engineer / CEO of Silca — Josh Poertner — about getting free speed on the course. This is a great interview with lots of practical advice from the guy World Tour Pro teams go to when they want to get faster. We’ve also got good nutrition advice you can use right now as we’re just under a month ‘til race day, and Ryan Morse of diablowheelworks.com checks in with guidance on your wheels. GET YOUR LEADVILLE PODCAST T-SHIRT Enjoying the Leadville podcast? Share it by wearing it! We've got Just $20, cotton / Poly blend, soft as silk, sexy as hell. Go to bit.ly/leadvilletshirt, and use the code PODCAST to get free shipping. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS  Presenting Sponsor: Floyd's of Leadville: Use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first 2 orders! THE FEED: Every single thing you need to fuel your training and day. Get a discount on Maurten drink mix by using the Leadville15 code at checkout.  Shimano: The absolute best in bike gear, whether you are looking for components, a helmet, accessories...or even socks.  Banjo Brothers: Get 15% off your order by going to banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites. ENVE: If you're racing the Leadville 100, there's no better wheels than the ENVE M525, no better bar than the M5, no better stem than the M6 Mountain Stem, and no better seatpost than the ENVE Seatpost.  

There's no arguing that your Leadville 100 success depends on hard work, skill, nutrition, and preparation. But this episode, we talk with the genius engineer / CEO of Silca — Josh Poertner — about getting free speed on the course. This is a great interview with lots of practical advice from the guy World Tour Pro teams go to when they want to get faster. We’ve also got good nutrition advice you can use right now as we’re just under a month ‘til race day, and Ryan Morse of <a href="http://diablowheelworks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">diablowheelworks.com</a> checks in with guidance on your wheels. GET YOUR LEADVILLE PODCAST T-SHIRT Enjoying the Leadville podcast? Share it by wearing it! We've got Just $20, cotton / Poly blend, soft as silk, sexy as hell. Go to <a href="bit.ly/leadvilletshirt" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/leadvilletshirt</a>, and use the code PODCAST to get free shipping. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS <ul> <li><a href="https://floydsofleadville.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Presenting Sponsor: Floyd's of Leadville</a>: Use the code FATTY at checkout for a 15% discount on your first 2 orders!</li> <li><a href="https://thefeed.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">THE FEED</a>: Every single thing you need to fuel your training and day. Get a discount on <a href="https://thefeed.com/products/maurten?variant=44976484168" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maurten drink mix</a> by using the Leadville15 code at checkout. </li> <li><a href="https://bike.shimano.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Shimano</a>: The absolute best in bike gear, whether you are looking for components, a helmet, accessories...or even <a href="https://bike.shimano.com/en-US/product/apparel-accessories/s-phyre.html#cg5SHICSocks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">socks</a>. </li> <li><a href="https://banjobrothers.com/collections/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Banjo Brothers</a>: Get 15% off your order by going to <a href="http://banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">banjobrothers.com/fatty-favorites</a>.</li> <li><a href="https://www.enve.com/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE</a>: If you're racing the Leadville 100, there's no better wheels than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/m525/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE M525</a>, no better bar than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/m5-mountain-handlebar-31-8mm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">M5</a>, no better stem than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/m6-mountain-stem-31-8mm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">M6 Mountain Stem</a>, and no better seatpost than the <a href="https://www.enve.com/en/products/seatpost-400mm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ENVE Seatpost</a>. </li> </ul>

S2E19: Making Marginal Gains in the Leadville 100

The Leadville 100 will start in waves this year. It's a big change, and has strategy implications for many (if not all) racers and crews. In this episode, Hottie and Fatty speculate and pontificate about how it will affect all kinds of racers in different places on the course. Then they go right to the source — Kimo Seymour, Sr VP of events and media at LifeTime — and ask all the questions you want answers to.  If you're wondering why Life Time is changing to start waves, what the time gaps are between waves (you might be surprised!), how (or whether) this change is going to affect the timing of the 12-hour shotgun blast, whether this will affect your finish time for good or bad, the status of potential outbound/inbound rerouting timing, and what changes will be made to on-course cutoff times, this is the episode for you.

The Leadville 100 will start in waves this year. It's a big change, and has strategy implications for many (if not all) racers and crews. In this episode, Hottie and Fatty speculate and pontificate about how it will affect all kinds of racers in different places on the course. Then they go right to the source — Kimo Seymour, Sr VP of events and media at LifeTime — and ask all the questions you want answers to.  If you're wondering why Life Time is changing to start waves, what the time gaps are between waves (you might be surprised!), how (or whether) this change is going to affect the timing of the 12-hour shotgun blast, whether this will affect your finish time for good or bad, the status of potential outbound/inbound rerouting timing, and what changes will be made to on-course cutoff times, this is the episode for you.

S2E5: New for 2019: Starting in Waves

Chris Smith raced Leadville for the first time this year. It was a celebration of strength, willpower, and independence...because he raced it after losing seventy pounds, and ten years after being declared legally blind. Riding for the Challenged Athletes Foundation, Chris has a remarkable story to tell. We guarantee you'll be inspired by his 2019 Leadville 100 race report.

Chris Smith raced Leadville for the first time this year. It was a celebration of strength, willpower, and independence...because he raced it after losing seventy pounds, and ten years after being declared legally blind. Riding for the Challenged Athletes Foundation, Chris has a remarkable story to tell. We guarantee you'll be inspired by his 2019 Leadville 100 race report.

S2E26: Riding It Blind

Dave Wiens

Six-Time Leadville 100 Champ Dave Wiens joins Hottie and Fatty to talk about strategies for racing the Leadville 100, from pacing yourself to pacing others to just trying to not blow up halfway through the race. We deep-dive on the first dirt descent in the race: The Powerline, teasing apart one of the most treacherous parts of the race And In our Questions for the Queen, we ask Rebecca Rusch about food logistics. Bottles! Camelbaks! Food! Wrappers! Where do you put it all for easy access, and how do you manage it when your heart is going fast and your brain is going slow...if at all. Finally, coach Jonathan Lee is back ramping up your workouts and planning out your week for a proper build to the second Saturday in August -- just eight-ish weeks away now.

Six-Time Leadville 100 Champ Dave Wiens joins Hottie and Fatty to talk about strategies for racing the Leadville 100, from pacing yourself to pacing others to just trying to not blow up halfway through the race. We deep-dive on the first dirt descent in the race: The Powerline, teasing apart one of the most treacherous parts of the race And In our Questions for the Queen, we ask Rebecca Rusch about food logistics. Bottles! Camelbaks! Food! Wrappers! Where do you put it all for easy access, and how do you manage it when your heart is going fast and your brain is going slow...if at all. Finally, coach Jonathan Lee is back ramping up your workouts and planning out your week for a proper build to the second Saturday in August -- just eight-ish weeks away now.

S1E5: Pacing and the Powerline (Special Guest: 6x Champ Dave Wiens)

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