🎧 Ultra runners, trail freaks, and endurance junkies — this one’s packed.What happens when the biggest names in trail and ultrarunning come together for Hardrock 100? We’re diving into billionaire mindsets, Hardrock predictions, Walmsley’s no-pacer hot take, and why Katie Schide might podium overall.

Jake and MC are back in studio with:🏔️ Hot takes on Western States, UTMB, Bigfoot 200, and Francois’ new FKT💸 Wild billionaire math with Jerry Buss, Zuckerberg, and Bezos🔥 Walmsley’s controversial claim: “Elites shouldn’t use pacers”👟 Bigfoot 200 prep and how drop bag strategy can change the game🚨 Hardrock preview: Can Katie win it all? Will Ludo repeat?Whether you’re a hardcore runner or just love elite performance content, this episode hits hard.

🔥 Was this the most exciting weekend in ultra running? We think so.

Jake recaps his epic 75-mile adventure at Lavaredo Ultra Trail in the Italian Dolomites, while Mick breaks down the drama, dominance, and DNFs of this year’s Western States 100. From Caleb Olson’s iconic victory to David Roche’s controversial DNF, this is a full-spectrum trail running debrief.

We cover:

• What it’s like to race in Europe (aid stations, culture, and carbonation)

• Caleb Olson’s rise and finger-to-lips celebration

• Why Corrine Malcolm & DBo make Western’s livestream elite

• Our brutally honest takes on DNFs, including David Roche and Rod Farvard

• How Hans Troyer fans came for us (and how we clapped back)

• Men’s and women’s top 10 recaps and predictions for next year

👟 Whether you’re a trail newbie or seasoned ultra vet, this is your aid station for all things ultra.

We’re back with another episode of The Next Aid Station, and this one is 🔥🔥🔥. It’s a full deep dive into everything Western States 100 2025 — but as always, nothing is off limits. From legendary poop stories to NBA trash talk to bold ultra running predictions, this episode has it all.

👉 If you love ultra running, trail culture, and unfiltered podcast banter — don’t miss this episode.✅ Help support the show:👍 Like & Subscribe for more epic episodes📢 Share with your trail crew💬 Drop your 2024 Western States predictions in the comments!