Leadville, The 100 Mile Mountain Bike Race Podcast p/b Shimano

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S3E11: Upping Your Downhill Skills with Lee McCormack May 29, 2020

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MTB Skills Guru Lee McCormack joins Hottie and Fatty to dig into how you can pick up some fast minutes on three key areas of the Leadville course by improving your descending skills. Hottie and Fatty also talk about their GiddyUp for Good experience and some of the nuances of drafting during a pandemic. For more details on this topic, check the following:

https://www.outsideonline.com/2411878/new-research-social-distancing-outside-six-feet

https://www.drmirkin.com/fitness/should-you-wear-a-mask-when-you-exercise-outdoors.html

S3E010: Leadville Doctors in the House May 21, 2020

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Leadville's community and medical professionals have done a terrific job slowing the spread of the coronavirus. But the virus is still a problem and short of a miracle, there's no way the small community of Leadville could host thousands of racers and support crew this summer. In this show, we hear from two people--Dr. Lisa Zwerdlinger and Dr. Dylan Luyten--who have been leading the charge to keep Leadville and Lake County Healthy. They were also two of the leading voices who advised against holding the Leadville races this summer. We also hear from Hottie and what its like riding in a big city, during as pandemic ... with a mask on. And we have some fun with Nino Schurter and his amazing interval video.

S3E09: Reba Rusch: The Queen of Pain & Positivity May 14, 2020

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The Leadville 100 MTB Race has been canceled for 2020, so Hottie and Fatty take a moment to acknowledge and be sad about this loss. However, while you're adjusting to your new normal, we've got a great guest and a way to scratch that competitive itch...all while doing something good. Rebecca Rusch joins us to talk about what she's been up to, and to get us motivated with the GiddyUp Challenge (www.rebeccasgiddyupchallenge.com). We also take time to welcome a new expert to our stable: Dr Julie Guthrie has some great guidance for those concerned about repetitive injuries in cycling.

S3E08: DC Rainmaker & Leadville Training Tech May 07, 2020

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There are dozens of training apps out there and nobody knows the intersection of training and tech than DC Rainmaker (Ray Maker IRL). Hottie, Fatty, and Ray talk about which apps can make the biggest difference in your training, which will give you the most Leadville-like experience as you prepare for the race, and where virtual training is heading in the future. It's a great episode with a ton of useful advice.

S3E07: The Hard Questions Apr 30, 2020

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We take a hard look at the logistical and ethical questions that come with staging the Leadville Trail 100 this summer. Our guest is Kevin Brooks: COO of Swedish Hospital in Seattle. He's a 2018 finisher in the Leadville 100, has crewed for his wife as she successfully raced the Leadwoman, and is the founder of a race promotion company. With a deep understanding of community, racing, health infrastructure, and the town of Leadville, there may be no better person to weigh in on the implications of a 2020 Leadville 100 Race Series.

S3E06: Race Report & Lessons Learned from TrainerRoad's Jonathan Lee, Part II Apr 23, 2020

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Jonathan Lee of Trainer Road is back to finish up his 2019 Leadville Trail 100 race report and tell us about what he's learned from the Race Across the Sky. We've also got some great info on riding a virtual LT100 while you're training to do the real thing.

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S3E05: Race Report & Lessons Learned from a Smart Guy, Part I Apr 16, 2020

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Before we begin: the Leadville kit is now available! Get it now at http://bit.ly/leadvillekit

We're not being sarcastic with this title; Jonathan Lee really is a smart guy. In fact, he's a co-host on the incredibly popular and well-informed Ask a Cycling Coach podcast, by TrainerRoad. Jonathan's been on this show countless times, but until this episode, he's always been on the outside looking in. In this episode he tells his story — and key learnings — from doing the Leadville 100 in 2019. It's a good story and a deep dive, so this is part 1 of a two-part show.

S3E04: Training in Place Apr 07, 2020

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Nobody can really say with absolute certitude that they'll be lined up for the Leadville 100 this August 15. However, that doesn't mean you can't be READY for your big race — whether your big race is this August in Leadville, next August in Leadville, or at some other date in some other place. Jonathan Lee of TrainerRoad joins us to talk about strategies for training in place and making smart decisions on being both fit and safe.

Hottie and Fatty also talk about the big Question of the Week: Shorts or bibs? We talk about which is better for men and women, and discuss some of our favorite brands.

Big thanks to our Season 3 Sponsors:

Floyd's of Leadville: Use the code for a 15% discount on any order!
DNA Cycling: Get 10% off the price of your custom kit! Also, try out their comfortable and affordable Gravel Bibs — the value-leader price, premium quality, and side pockets make them perfect for racing the LT100 (or for any long day in the saddle)
Shimano: Shimano XTR is the best drivetrain and components available for mountain bikes. And especially for big all-day races like the Leadville 100.
The Feed: Leadville podcast listeners get 15% off their orders when they sign up!
ENVE: The best wheels. The best seatposts. The best bars. The best stems. Don't let your race end early because you cheaped out on the most important parts of your bike.

S3E03: Bike Fit for MTB'ers Mar 30, 2020

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Hottie digs deep into getting your bike fit just right with Nate Loyal, one of the best-known and respected coaches and bike fitters in the US (loyalcoaching.com). From saddle height to bar width to crank length to the effects of a dropper post on fit and beyond, Nate has details on it all.

S3E02: The Missing Twelve Minutes Mar 24, 2020

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After the 2019 Leadville 100, Fatty conveniently (?) skipped over miles 60-75 in his race report. Now he finally (?!) tells the story of how he lost twelve minutes in this relatively flat and fast section of the race. Warning: it is not a pretty story.

Big thanks to our Season 3 Sponsors:

Floyd's of Leadville: Use the code for a 15% discount on any order!
DNA Cycling: Get 10% off the price of your custom kit!
Shimano: Shimano XTR is the best drivetrain and components available for mountain bikes. And especially for big all-day races like the Leadville 100.
The Feed: Leadville podcast listeners get 15% off their orders when they sign up!
ENVE: The best wheels. The best seatposts. The best bars. The best stems. Don't let your race end early because you cheaped out on the most important parts of your bike.

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