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The Mountain Races Podcast

Silk Road Mountain Race Ltd

We report live from the field in Kyrgyzstan, Morocco, Greece & Turkïye. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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22:17

AMR 2026 Day 7: To The Coast

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/14

After days of mountains and desert, riders cross back over the Atlas one last time, descending through fog and green hills toward the Atlantic coast. The air shifts, the ocean comes into view, and the end begins to feel within reach. In this episode, we hear from riders in the final kilometres before rolling into the finish line. Riders featured in this episode: Thierry Le Floch— Cap 125Kevin Masicotte— Cap 142Tanner Jackson — Cap 112Aurélie & Jérôme Mesplede — Caps 317A&BPaul Cresveaux —

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40:52

AMR 2026 Day 6: Victor Bosoni, Men’s Winner of Atlas...

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/13

We've jumped forward to the finish line to catch up with our men's winner, Victor Bosoni. The young French rider won this year's race in a time of 4 days, 1 hour and 46 minutes. We sat down in the Medina of Essalouira to hear all about his ride: the highs, the lows and how prioritising rest throughout allowed him to not only race to his fullest potential, but to enjoy the experience to its fullest as well. As Victor's first language is French, we cover a few questions in both French and English

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39:50

AMR 2026 Day 5: The Old Colonial Road

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/12

The Old Colonial Road is one of the most iconic sections of the Atlas Mountain Race route, featured across all six editions. Carved into the mountainside, it winds through folded layers of sedimentary rock, the earth rippling in bands of rust and ochre. From a distance the surface appears smooth; up close it is loose, and badly broken in places from erosion. Many riders will rider it at night, missing out on the views. At sunrise, the scale of the landscape comes fully into view and for the lucky

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40:44

AMR Day 4: Between Two Worlds

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/11

Checkpoint Two: the halfway mark of the Atlas Mountain Race.Riders descend out of the desert and into an oasis of palms, couscous, showers, and stamped brevet cards. For some, arrival brings relief. For others, difficult decisions. Ankles, batteries, bottom brackets, and nerves are all negotiated in equal measure.We hear from riders resetting body and mind, celebrating birthdays, managing setbacks, and chasing the cutoff as the clock ticks toward 17:00. By day’s end, 163 riders make it in before

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35:01

AMR Day 3: Etched In Stone

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/10

One of the most famous sections of the Atlas Mountain Race is the 100KM stretch of no resupply through the desert. Here riders meander through the Anti Atlas, climbing their way up to a plateau with stunning views of the network of canyons below. We meet riders chasing the snail here.We also hear from riders at Café Atlas in Ait Saoun which has become a popular stop for riders, and potentially the best omelette of the whole race.Riders featured in this episode: Zoe McIntosh — Cap 144Andy Dodd — Cap

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29:37

AMR 2026 Day 2: Windy AF

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/09

Conditions remain incredibly demanding as our riders press on towards Checkpoint 1 in Boutharar. The weather has improved in some ways, and worsened in others.The silver lining is that, at long last, most of the tarmac is behind them and the route turns back into the terrain riders came to the Atlas Mountain Race for. In this episode, we hear from those still pushing toward their first stamp, as well as riders who have just arrived.Riders featured in this episode: Paul & Benjamin — Caps 302A

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31:29

AMR 26 Day 1: First Light

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/08

After a cold, rain-soaked first night at the Atlas Mountain Race 2026, riders emerge from darkness into morning light scattered across the High Atlas. Frigid temperatures, flooded roads, and icy descents define the opening hours of the race, forcing decisions around shelter, sleep, and when to keep moving.In villages along the early tarmac corridor, riders gather briefly around wood stoves, cafés, and petrol stations — drying socks, warming hands, fixing mechanicals, and weighing fatigue against

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31:57

AMR 26 Day 0: Into the Atlas

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/07

Atlas Mountain Race 2026 is finally here, beginning with the usual proceedings of registration. Riders trickled into the cultural centre at Ain Asserdoun Park in Beni-Mellal under persistent rain. After years of drought, high rivers, lingering snow on mountain passes, and late route changes set the tone for the adventure ahead.In this opening episode, we hear from riders across the field to heart their thoughts and feelings on the road to the start line and what they are about to embark on.Riders

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35:47

AMR 2026: Race Preview

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/05

Welcome to our podcast coverage of the 2026 Atlas Mountain Race, supported by Tailfin, Pertex and Albion.The sixth edition is a year of change for the Atlas Mountain Race with a new start in Beni-Mellal. In this episode, Media Manager and host of this year's race podcast, Mel Webb, sits down with Race Director Nelson Trees to provide an overview of this year's route, our favourites for the win and what dotwatchers and riders alike are in store for. Dotwatch the 2026 Atlas Mountain RaceFollow us on

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1:29

Welcome to the Atlas Mountain Race 2026

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2026/02/03

The sixth edition of the Atlas Mountain Race kicks off Friday 6th February, 2026. For the first time, we'll start in Beni-Mellal, a new gateway into the Atlas Mountains. From CP1 riders enter classic AMR terrain, into the rugged Anti-Atlas, winding their way to the old port town of Essaouira. Riders will have have until midnight on February 14th to reach the finish line. Tune in every day for a front-row seat to the action. We’ll bring you stories and updates from the trail, illuminating the dots on

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36:44

SRMR 2025 Day 15: The Finish Line

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/31

After 1,924 kilometers, riders finally reached the finish line in Karakol. Some had been there for days, others arrived just in time for the cut-off. The end of the race can be disorienting—time on the trail stretches and bends, days blur into nights, and by the time they reach the finish line, their ride can already feel like a different lifetime.In our final episode we hear from some of our riders, along with Race Director Nelson Trees, about their experience, knowing full well it will take plenty

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28:26

SRMR 2025 Day 14: One Last Pass

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/30

As the Silk Road Mountain Race winds toward its conclusion, the final loop around Karakol brings riders close to the finish only to send them back out again along the Kazakh border. The route follows the Karkara River, climbs over a nameless pass, and then takes on Chon Ashuu, one last high mountain pass at over 3,800 meters. From there, riders still face 100 kilometers before they can finally roll into Karakol.In this episode, we hear from riders making their way through these final days — moments

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52:27

SRMR 2025 Day 13: Meaghan Hackinen, Women's Winner of...

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/29

In this episode of the Mountain Races Podcast, we sit down at the finish line with Meaghan Hackinen women’s winner of the 2025 Silk Road Mountain Race and 10th overall. She completed the 1,924km route in 9 days, 4 hours, and 6 minutes, capping off a season where she became the first woman to finish all three Mountain Races in a single year.A Canadian ultra-distance cyclist and writer, Meaghan’s path to this milestone is anything but conventional — from roller derby and long-distance touring to

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30:43

SRMR 2025 Day 12: With Bated Breath

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/28

Now reporting on the 12th day of racing, the finish line is becoming busier with each passing day. Riders arrive from what we hope has been the adventure of a lifetime through the mountains of Kyrgyzstan. On the final loop, riders skirt around Karakol, passing just by the finish before being sent once more into the wilds. The route follows the Karkara river along the Kazakh border and out into the striking Eshkilitash valley before returning at last to Karakol via Chon pass (3860m).It’s a huge

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37:06

SRMR 2025 Day 11: Lost In Time

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/27

On Day 11 of the Silk Road Mountain Race, we meet riders again as they reach Checkpoint 3 on the shores of Lake Issyk-Kul. After more than 1,400 kilometers, they’ve endured a lot, and may be tempted by the allure of the checkpoint. For some, the checkpoint becomes a vortex, holding them longer than planned. For others, it’s a fleeting stop before setting out again into the mountains.Beyond CP3, the road climbs once more into Tranquility Valley before sending riders over Juku Pass and into the final

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40:16

SRMR 2025 Day 10: At The Crossroads

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/26

On the 10th day of racing, the route winds through a crossroads at kilometers 1191, 1347, and 1497 — a place where riders pass three times, each at a different moment in their race. Here, tracks converge and brief encounters are exchanged: a word of encouragement, a story from the road, before paths diverge again. To one side lies the easier descent to Tamga and an early end to their race; to the other, the remote 200-kilometer loop, rough and demanding, yet essential for those pressing on all the

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27:44

SRMR 2025 Day 9: To The Moon

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/25

On day nine of the Silk Road Mountain Race, we follow riders as they climb Tosor Pass — one of the highest and most rideable passes on the route. The shifting weather, dramatic landscapes, and long climbs test both body and mind as riders make their way into the final quarter of the race. Back at CP3, we hear from pairs and solo riders managing their race in different ways. And finally, we return to Karakol, where Meaghan Hackinen arrives as the women’s winner, completing all three Mountain Races

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55:45

SRMR 2025 Day 8: Robin Gemperle, Men's Winner of Silk...

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/24

In this episode, we sit down with Robin Gemperle, winner of the 2025 Silk Road Mountain Race. Finishing in 6 days, 20 hours and 36 minutes, Robin set the pace from the very start, steadily building a gap that no one could close.At just 29 years old, the Swiss rider has quickly established himself among the very best in the sport, with a palmarès that includes the Atlas Mountain Race, Transcontinental Race, and a sub-12 day Tour Divide. Now he adds a win at Silk Road Mountain Race to that

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24:13

SRMR 2025 Day 7: Two Worlds Apart

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/23

Day seven of the Silk Road Mountain Race brings Control Car 2 to Tamga and the calm shores of Lake Issyk-Kul. After days of snow, mud, and cold at altitude, the descent into the valley feels like a different world. Riders arrive to shade, trees, and the rare luxury of a proper guesthouse meal — a short pause to wash clothes, patch gear, and reset before heading back into the mountains for the final push.At Checkpoint Three, we hear the relief of riders as they catch their breath, take stock of

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24:45

SRMR 2025 Day 6: Riders on the Storm

The Mountain Races Podcast ·

2025/08/22

On day six, the Silk Road Mountain Race has reached the wide expanse of the Burkhan Valley and the steep switchbacks of Arabel Pass. It's an endless valley, with hundreds of kilometers of no resupply, made longer this year with a right hand turn after Arabel Plateau and a 200km loop up and over the second Suyek Pass.The conditions changed quickly. Sunlight in the valley gave way to storms at altitude, snow sweeping across the plateau and visibility dropping to almost nothing. Riders pressed on

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