We’re joined by the UTA 22km 2nd place Ben Duffus to unpack his race from start to finish.

Hear how it played out, what shaped their performance, and where they’re headed next. Enjoy a front-row seat and an inspiring look into one of this year’s standout head-to-heads.

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We’re joined by the UTA 22km winner Jessie Speedy to unpack her race from start to finish.

Hear how it played out, what shaped their performance, and where they’re headed next. Enjoy a front-row seat and an inspiring look into one of this year’s standout runs.

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Welcome to a very different episode of the Peak Pursuits podcast as for the first time all five team members are together in person amongst the UTA chaos! Sim Brick, Jess Jason, Brodie Nankervis, Vlad Ixel and James Sieber all sit down to talk through the weekend that was, including recapping each race, sharing stories from the trail, and celebrating some HUGE performances.

We will be back to regular programming next week and apologies for not quite getting the audio right for our first in person show, but we really hope you enjoy listening and keep watch for all of our post race interviews with winners/place getters dropping soon!

Full results: https://live.utmb.world/uta/2025

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We’re diving deep into the 100km and 100-mile races for part 2 of our UTA 2025 preview.

In this episode, local Blue Mountains runner and course expert Tim Locke returns to walk us through the biggest endurance challenges of the weekend. We break down the sections that test your patience, the climbs that break your legs, and the tactics that separate a strong finish from a long day out.

We also preview the top contenders in both men’s and women’s fields, from returning champions to rising stars making their debut at these distances.

Key Timestamps:

• 00:42 - 100k Course Preview
• 15:05 - 100k Mens Field Analysis
• 29:50 - 100k Womens Field Analysis
• 48:05 - 100-mile Course Preview
• 64:29 - 100-mile Mens Field Analysis
• 78:05 - 100-mile Womens Field Analysis

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We’re back with a deep dive into two of the most anticipated distances at UTA 2025 — the 22km and 50km events.

In this episode, local Blue Mountains runner and course expert Tim Locke joins us to unpack the key sections of each course: where to be patient, when to push, and how to make the most of your strengths on race day. Whether you're aiming to finish strong or compete for a top spot, Tom’s insider tips will help you pace it right and stay smart across the climbs and descents.

We also run through the standout names in each field and what we expect to see from both seasoned campaigners and hungry newcomers.

Key Timestamps:

• 01:17 - 22km Course Preview
• 10:24 - 22km Mens Field Analysis
• 20:30 - 22km Womens Field Analysis
• 33:21 - 50km Course Preview
• 38:05 - 50km Mens Field Analysis
• 53:47 - 50km Womens Field Analysis

Whether you’re toeing the line or following from afar, this episode has the insights you need to understand the race behind the results.

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Welcome to Episode 57 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick and Vlad Ixel with guest host Blake Turner as they recap the wild race that was Ueda SkyRace!

Hear about how Blake and Sim managed the technicality and steepness of the Japanese terrain, and just what it was like tackling a race this wild. With 3100m of gain and loss over just 26km, there are plenty of stories to tell!

We also get to hear how Vlad is feeling before racing UTA50 before covering some awesome results at Transvulcania, Margaret River Ultra and Stromlo!

Transvulcania: https://transvulcania.livetrail.run/

Margaret River Ultra Results: https://bluechipresults.com.au/results.aspx?CId=11&RId=1845

Stromlo Results: https://au.srichinmoyraces.org/canberratrailruns/previous-results/2025

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Mikey Dimuantes is back on Peak Pursuits after an impressive and gutsy performance at the iconic Canyons 100km.

Fresh off his race, Mikey joins us from sunny Santa Cruz to share all the gritty details of competing against a world-class field at one of trail running’s most competitive events.

In this episode, Mikey opens up about the highs and lows of his race day—running shoulder-to-shoulder with elite runners, navigating the relentless climbs and technical descents, and experiencing a sudden, challenging shift in the race at the 70km mark. We delve deep into what it takes physically and mentally to compete at this elite level and explore key insights on balancing peak fitness, fatigue resistance, and strategic risk-taking.

From running through snowfall to managing intense competition on unfamiliar terrain, Mikey discusses the crucial lessons learned, including his reflections on training load, pacing strategies, and race scheduling. Whether you're aiming for your own competitive peak or just fascinated by the mental and physical demands of ultra-running, Mikey’s candid race breakdown is packed with valuable insights and inspiring takeaways.

Tune in for an engaging, behind-the-scenes look at Mikey’s experience at Canyons 100km, his thoughts on Australian trail running’s global standing, and how he's approaching his upcoming season—including a major relocation to Turkey. This episode is a must-listen for anyone captivated by the grit, strategy, and heart that defines ultra-running at its highest levels.

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This week on Peak Pursuits, we’re joined by guest host Fraser Darcy, who’s fresh off a massive fortnight, backing up a huge PB and 2nd place at Ballarat Marathon with a win at Adelaide Marathon just seven days later.

Alongside regular hosts Jess Jason and Brodie Nankervis, we dive into how Fraser pulled it off, his training philosophy, and how road racing can translate to trail success. From high volume weeks to trail specific sessions Fraser walks us through what’s been working and what he’s learned along the way.

We also check in with Jess as she sharpens up her prep for Ultra-Trail Australia, and Brodie shares a refreshing update on his achilles injury recovery logging a solid week of running

We wrap up with race results from across the country and overseas, including:

• SkyRunning Ueda Skyrace – Simone (5th), Blake (9th)
• Kunanyi Trail Series – Organ Pipes
• Nail Can Hill Run
• Hamilton Island Hilly Half Marathon
• Ikara Ultra – Flinders Ranges

Whether you're a road runner curious about trails or a trail athlete looking to mix things up, this episode has plenty of insight!

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