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Singletrack With Mathias Eichler

Electric Cable Car / Mathias Eichler

The companion podcast for Electric Cable Car. Conversations with the people who shape the world of trail, ultra, and mountain running.

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44:33

155: 'That was supposed to be a 46?'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2021/01/22

We have returned to road running, for a bit. Both Doug and Mathias ran a half marathon, Doug has a new project while Mathias is once again a Tailwind Ambassador. Strava is mentioned, as always, as is pasta makers. Would you really expect anything different? Find more shows at outdoor-society.com

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51:16

154: 'Thicc Thighs and Slippery Soles'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2021/01/18

Back on track, until the end, hazards with shoes and running holes in shorts are discussed in great length, unlike Mathias and Doug’s shorts. A phone to the universe was found in Olympia’s Priest Point Park, but is it art or vandalism? Maybe Toto has a song about that too? All of this and more, on everyone’s beloved trail running podcast.

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01:06:05

153: 'Trail Running Tiktok and Evolution'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2021/01/16

This week, we try to dive into deeper things than the political chaos engulfing the nation. How’d we do? We discuss trail running Tiktok, the new logo for ATRA, as well as discuss what they could do to embrace the future of the sport. Doug may be overly critical, while Mathias keeps the talk positive, discussing logos and recommends an amazing trail running film and asks for podcast recommendations.

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45:07

152: 'Feeling in a Rut?'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2021/01/11

Doug rolls over his 2020 race entries to this year and is amped up about running three back to back races at the Rut this coming summer. It still feels a million miles away and there are equal number of things to think about, COVID-19 protocols at public gatherings being just one of them, how to make Spätzle being the other.

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37:01

151: 'Hydrate, Stretch and Whine About Strava'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2021/01/08

Politics aside the new year begins with a renewed focus on nutrition and proper preparation before our runs. Oh, and of course we chat about Strava again. Just like a real running podcast.

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47:09

150: 'Merry New Year, Or Something'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2021/01/02

2020 was a dumpster fire, but there were moments of joy, of happiness and of adventures. In this episode Doug and Mathias share their favorite moments on trails in this past year and are cautiously optimistic for the new one. Here's to more adventures in 2021!

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01:27:03

149: 'A Fine Holiday Show'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/12/27

It's the most fabulous holiday tradition at the Singletrack World Headquarters: The annual movie review. Doug and Mathias take a deep dive at Fine Lines. A climbing documentary that explores that very fine line between risk and madness, reward and well, death. Grab a beverage, pull up a chair and tune in. Find the link to Fine Lines on outdoor-society.com

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42:43

148: 'You Don’t Look a Gift Pod in The Ear?'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/12/21

Say it with us: “Cheese Steak, Cheese Cake, Cheapskate!” Doug kicks things off with yet another awkward topic. leading to a quick chat about a trail run following the route of the Donner Party. Mathias brings us back on track, announcing a change in recording schedule for the next few week before we discuss running in air pods. There is holiday cooking talk, baking chat and the usual non-running topics you know and love. Stay for the end and hear what movie we will be watching and reviewing for our

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45:14

147: 'Oh Deer, Always Be Prepared'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/12/18

WARNING: Graphic Content to start the episode. This week, we start with breaking news. Doug hits his first deer and has a truly Montana moment, leaving us to chat about the importance of always being prepared and carrying extra gear in your car. The masters of segues then chat about Strava numbers for and the year in review, before celebrating our year outdoors, and hopefully inspiring you to do the same. Grab your calendars, review and share this show and watch out for deer!

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40:11

146: 'Wicking Socks and a Warm Coccyx'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/12/15

Only one more week of dwindling daylight hours. In what may be the tightest episode in Singletrack history, layering fails, winter gear, mountain travels and apprehensions are all discussed in detail. Don’t worry though, tangents and weird comments seep through to give you everything you love about Mathias and Doug. We even mention the McRib. Again. Will the McRib talk and 2020 ever end? Only time will tell.

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39:09

145: 'Silicon Cougars'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/12/11

Doug rants about how he feels about British history before Mathias brings the whole Crown talk into an important lesson for trail runners and reaching our goals. the McRib is making yet another feature on the show, as is wildlife talks and dealing with those pesky, dirty soft-flasks. Have you picked up your Tribute to the Trails calendar yet? If not, head to Seven Hills Running for your copy and great gear.

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50:07

144: 'R2R2R Alt Almost', with Steph Decker, Calvin...

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/12/07

Sometimes planning an adventure is almost has exciting as actually adventuring, and on some adventures things go sideways and still offer the best memories and a thirst for more. This is the story of Steph Decker who almost spontaneously invited Calvin Kuo and Freddie Most to an attempt of the fabled and rarely travelled R2R2R alt route down into the Grand Canyon and back. And yes, the alt route is the one without the bridge over the river, so as swimming across is the only option.

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47:55

143: 'Essential, like Podcasts and McRibs'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/12/04

We're moving to L.A. where podcasting is essential and McRibs are plentiful. In this potpourri episode of seemingly-random-and-yet-perfectly-on-brand news Doug and Mathias discuss Kilian's 24hr track run, the McRib locator map, leaf blower's devastating effect on the environment and this week's deadly fall by Swiss ultra runner Andrea Huser. A lot is going on and the holidays are almost here.

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42:40

142: 'Racing from Albany to Atlantic City'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/12/01

Cyber Monday is here and Doug decides to immediately derail the conversation. Mathias’ new iPhone is reviewed, before the talk transitions to Kilian running 24 hours around a track. How would Doug and Mathias do a long 24 hour or full day run properly? With shaved ice, of course. Listen and learn about the failed Tour d’Trump that was supposed to run from Albany to Atlantic City. Share, subscribe and review wherever podcasts are found.

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31:19

141: 'Ask Not What Your 50 Miler Can do for You'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/11/26

In this episode, we once again ask the hard hitting questions: Do you like braids or twists for your bread? How big do you like your turkey? Do your wrap your meat in dough. Once the food talk subsides, Mathias and Doug quickly transition to responsibility of race directors during Covid, diving into a serious discussion about the outrage over the JFK50 continuing on, forgetting JFK’s words. Share, subscribe and review wherever podcasts are found. Happy Thanksgiving y’all. Thanks for listening, we

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56:59

140: 'Why are Shoe Colors Gendered?'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/11/24

History is made on this episode, as the guys somehow start the show on topic and stay there nearly the entire time. Mathias and Doug chat about Ricky Gates’ Transamericana book and movie, look at the new Brooks shoe colors and explore Mathias’ Nike aversion. We know. We can’t believe that this was a serious show either.

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49:45

139: 'Good Talk'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/11/20

We’ve all heard of the Smashing Pumpkins, but have you heard of Smashed potatoes? After a much needed cooking and baking conversation, Mathias and Doug dive deep into the pressing topics of the day. Will Mathias be able to overcome his lack of motivation for fun, will the two survive the political anger on Strava posts and what exactly is the Streisand effect. Keep your eyes and ears open for the Q for race directors forum and let us know if you need any turkey medals.

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48:39

138: 'Exploring Trails and Business', with Abram...

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/11/16

This week on Singletrack, Abram Dickerson sits down with Mathias and Doug to share the origins of Aspire Adventure Running. The company gives runners who want the challenge of distance running without the congestion and structure of a races, in some of the prettiest spots around. How’d it start? What do they have planned for 2021? All that and more will be answered.

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01:03:49

137: 'BBQ Shuttle Service'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/11/13

Is it too early to say “gobble gobble?” Doug talks shuttles coming to Yellowstone, while Mathias wants to ask Rick Steves a question. Thanksgiving is discussed, as is the idea of running in the shape of a turkey. Cancel your holiday plans, plan an appetizer wear a mask and get ready to use those yaktrax.

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49:14

136: 'Take Me to Your Dealer'

Singletrack With Mathias Eichler ·

2020/11/09

Not new: Singletrack loves Tailwind. New: In this episode of Singletrack Jenny and Jeff Vierling, cofounders of Tailwind Nutrition give your friendly podcast hosts a unique inside view of how the company was started and the product developed and produced. Come along for the ride and hear how this unique business deals not just with the everyday challenges in today's world, but also how Jeff and Jenny take care of their employees, their immediate community in Durango, Colorado and our outdoor

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