• 2027 WMTRC Selection Criteria live on AA
• World Sky Running Champs 18-20th Sept
• AUTRA EOI for State Representatives

• Coastal Classic (NSW)
• Running Works 3 Valleys Marathon (WA)
• Cleland Trail Run (SA)
• Trail Run Epic (QLD)

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James and Brodie are back to preview the Hounslow 17km and Marathon, and there’s plenty to get excited about as racing ramps up in the Blue Mountains.

The men’s 17km has us questioning whether this is one of the strongest short-distance fields we’ve seen this year, while Bridget Lunn returns with a chance to go one better. In the marathon, can Julia Anderson turn two second places into a win, and how will the battle between Mike Carroll and Piotr Babis play out?

We get into the contenders, local favourites and a few names who could surprise, alongside the technical descents, big climbs and potentially horrible 5km battle to the finish. Plus, which course records could be under threat, how everyone’s winter training is shaping up, and our usual attempts to make predictions without putting our foot in it.

Who have you got taking the wins? Let us know in the comments.

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What a week! In this episode James and Vlad sit down with Matt Dunn to get to know more about Matt first before diving into all things UTMB, including Matt's own 22:39i:26 run. With many other great aussie performances and some crazy tight racing there is plenty to chat about!

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RESULTS:

• UTMB AUS
• CCC AUS
• OCC AUS
• ETC AUS

• Wonderland Trail Run (VIC)
• Coastal High (WLD)
• Trail Blaze (WA)
• North West Round 3 (TAS)
• Great White Ultra (TAS)
• Capital to Coast (NSW)

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In this episode Brodie and Vlad are joined by Charlie Hamilton after his win over the weekend at Transcend Ultra. They chat through his year so far including Tarawera, Buffalo Stampede, Maxi Race, and Monte Rosa befire diving into his battle with Billy Curtis at Transcend.

The crew then dive into UTMB week, as the races have already begun with Milly and Charlie Young out amongst the front runners at PTL! Hear their thoughts on the fields, the last minute drop outs, and what it is like on the ground from Vlad.

Plenty of other domestic results to talk through to finish - we hope you enjoy!

Results:

Transcend Trails

Run Your Outback Trail Festival

Fed Hill Trail Run

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In this episode brought to you by ASICS, James is joined by Sim to talk to Holly Ranson about all things Western States; from her eye troubles during, recovery afterwards, and answering a listener question about pacers. We also get top hear about Holly's plans for Coast to Kosci this year and her approach to it, which includes a huge backup from winning Baradorf 125km over the weekend to tackling Transcend 65km this coming weekend!

Sim then gives a brief update as she approaches Trofeo Kima this weekend (apologies for the Italian mountain internet/less than ideal audio though!) before James and Holly dive into news items of the week ranging from race cancellatiuons due to event clashes in Queensland to the release of the UTMB week elite lists - an exciting couple of weeks ahead for sure!

Finally plenty of results to be excited about - we hope you enjoy this one!

*Note - there is a brief section at the very start of poor audio from Holly, it gets better quickly so bear with us, and apologies for the late drop this week!

Results:

• Run Larapinta Stage Race (NT)
• The Barodorf (SA)
• Surf Coast Wonderfalls Trail Run (VIC)
• Devilbend Trail Run (VIC)
• Glenbrook Trail Marathon (NSW)
• Yarrabilba Trail Fest (QLD)

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For the first time, we’re heading west for our full preview of the 2026 Transcend Ultra.

James and Brodie break down the deceptively tough 65km course, from its short, punchy climbs and rough footing to the relentless sawtooth section that could decide the race late.

In the women’s field, Holly Ranson, Anna McKenna, Kellie Angel and local favourite Christie Lori shape up for a fascinating battle. On the men’s side, Charlie Hamilton returns to race on Australian soil, Billy Curtis arrives in career-best form, and local legends could show just how strong the Western Australian trail scene really is.

We also look at the leading contenders in the 40km race, discuss Transcend’s investment in live coverage and prize money, and explore why this event could become an increasingly important part of the Australian racing calendar.

Let us know your picks for the men’s and women’s podiums.

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In this episode Brodie and James sit down with Iain best to talk about his european race season including his most recent run at Sierre Zinal.

The trio do a deep dive before getting an update on James own Euro adventures and Brodies very big new life adventure!

James and Iain then stay on to discuss some talkin points of the week, including mid-race support systems for elites after Nienke Brinkeman was disadvantaged at Sierre Zinal, as well as the ongoing conversations about the impacts of a race as big as UTMB.

We hope you enjoy!

Results:

• Kwat Kwat Trail Run (VIC)
• Peaks & Trails Run (VIC)
• The Berry Long Run (VIC)
• Rainbow Beach Trail Running Festival (QLD)
• Scenic Rim Ultra (QLD)
• Federation Ultra Trail Marathon (SA)
• North West Trail Running Series 2 (TAS)

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In this episode Jess and Vlad are joined by Christie Lori to chat about the recent Mixed Team Stirling Range Ridge FKT Christie was part of. Hear about Christie's journey into running, her impressive results so far, and the wild adventure the FKT was.

The team also discuss the AUTRA survey (Found here) on shaping the future of the sport and what they would love to see progress, before plenty of results from a big weekend!

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