New England Endurance Podcast

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. The BIVO Story with Founders Carina Hamel and Robby Ringer In this episode we speak with Carina Hamel and Robby Ringer, co-founders of BIVO , the Vermont-based brand redefining hydration for endurance athletes. Born from a desire to ditch plastic and do better for the planet, BIVO makes sleek, stainless steel water bottles that perfor...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this inspiring episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Kelly Catale, the Executive Director of New England Youth Cycling (NEYC) and the founder and president of Team KellCat Development Inc . (KellCat Devo). Kelly’s journey in the cycling world is nothing short of inspiring—she’s a two-time Singlespeed MTB Na...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Megan Faulkner, the Executive Director of Falmouth Road Race, Inc and the Asics Falmouth Road Race . Megan has been an integral part of this iconic event for over a decade, and today, she gives us an inside look at what makes this race so unique and beloved. From its humble beginnin...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast , we sit down with Amber Ferreira —professional triathlete, mom, coach, and founder of the Granite State Endurance Project . Amber shares how she transformed her personal passion for endurance sports into a thriving community of athletes in New Hampshire. We explore what sets her co...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this special episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we celebrate the 15-year anniversary of Back on My Feet (Boston), an organization that has been changing lives through the power of fitness and community.  We sit down with with Jen Hyde, the New England director for Back on My Feet, and learn how endurance sports can trans...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. We had the pleasure of speaking with Andy Gould, the president of State 9 Racing , one of New Hampshire’s premier cycling teams. From its origins in 2015 to its growth into a powerhouse in New England's cycling scene, Andy shared the story of how State 9 Racing has evolved and what makes it stand out from other teams in the regio...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis interviews John Day, the race director and founder of Race Day XC , a new mountain bike race series in New England. John shares his background in endurance sports, including motocross (yes, an endurance sport!) and cross-country mountain bike racing, and discusse...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast we welcome Devon Price and Peter Bayne, co-founders of Kenetik , a company specializing in ketone-based energy drinks. The conversation delves into the science behind ketones, their benefits for endurance athletes, and the journey of creating a product that is both effective and tas...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, hosts Art Trapotsis and Eric Schenker welcome Dave McGillivray, the race director of the Boston Marathon (for 37 years!) They explore Dave's journey in endurance sports, his defining moments in life as an athlete, the evolution of the running community in New England, and the...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we interview Ed Warren, founder of Uphill New England , an organization dedicated to promoting uphill skiing in the region. Ed discusses the origins of Uphill New England, its partnerships with ski resorts to create an amazing Uphill Ski Pass , community-building initiatives, and the development of a mobile app to enha...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we explore New England Track Cycling and the Northeast Velodrome with Dave LaFond, President, and Jed Kornbluh, Board Member.  They discuss the differences between track and road cycling, the formation of the New England Track Cycling organization, and the significance of the Northeast Velodrome. The conversation delve...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this Episode 1 of Season 2 of the New England Endurance Podcast, we welcome Adam Myerson, a prominent figure in the cycling community and President and Head Coach of Cycle-Smart Inc . We discuss Adam's impressive achievements in cyclocross (recent winner of the US Cyclocross Men's 50+ Championships), his journey from an a...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this special Season 1 recap of the New England Endurance Podcast, we reflect on an incredible year of conversations, stories, and adventures across the endurance sports landscape. From gravel grinders to icy swims, we revisit the highlights that shaped our journey and celebrate the tightly connected, inspiring community that makes...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, host Art Trapotsis speaks with Tough Ruck race director Sarah Sweeney and five-time participant Jeffrey Paolino about the unique endurance event known as Tough Ruck. They discuss the basics of rucking, the history and significance of the event, the experience of participants, train...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we learn about one of largest cycling clubs in the Boston area: the Charles River Wheelmen (CRW). My guest today is Randolph Williams, the President of CRW, an accomplished endurance athlete, and a passionate advocate for inclusivity in cycling. Randolph shares how growing up in a...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of The New England Endurance Podcast , we’re joined by Alan Atwood, President of the New England Bike Racing Association (NEBRA) and a cornerstone of the region’s road and cyclocross cycling community. With over 30 years in competitive cycling—as a team manager, event organizer, announcer, and founder of Atwood Racing...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this milestone episode, we address a glaring omission from our first 25 episodes—we haven’t yet featured a guest from Rhode Island! Better late than never, right? Today, we are thrilled to welcome Susan Rancourt, co-founder and Chief Running Officer of Rhode Races & Events .  Susan’s journey is as inspiring as her events. A lif...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. Welcome to the 25th episode of the New England Endurance Podcast! To mark this milestone, and the coming winter season, we explore one of our favorite endurance activities: cross-country skiing!  We chat with two leaders from the New England Nordic Ski Association (NENSA): Isabel Caldwell, Community Development Director, and Ben Theye...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we’re spotlighting Connecticut’s cycling scene and introducing you to two standout leaders shaping its future—brothers Ben and Brian Wolfe! Join us as we dive into their work with the Connecticut Cycling Advancement Program (CCAP), a dynamic organization founded to make youth cycli...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode, we chat about the vibrant New England running culture with Matt Taylor, co-founder and CEO of Tracksmith , a brand that’s reshaping how we celebrate endurance sports. Matt shares the story behind Tracksmith’s foundation in 2014, how it captures the Amateur Spirit, and its strong connection to the region’s rich running...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this special episode, we host an exclusive interview with Ted Benford, Executive Director of Community Rowing Inc. (CRI) .  Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned rower, this episode will give you an inside look at how rowing has grown into a vibrant community sport in New England and how CRI is a big part of it!  Fun f...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we are joined by Karen Smyers , a triathlon legend and an inspiring figure in endurance sports. Karen's accolades include winning the 1995 Hawaiian Ironman World Championship, claiming three ITU World Champion titles, and earning her place in both the World Triathlon and USA T...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode, we have the honor of sitting down with a true legend in the New England cycling community—Richard Fries. Richard is the Co-Founder of Domestique Events, which organizes two incredible gravel events: the Lime Rock Epic and the Natchaug Epic. He also serves as the Director of Cycling Experience at Best Buddies Internati...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we dive deep into the world of open water swimming with Craig Lewin, President and Head Coach of Endurance Swimming . Craig, a Boston College and Northeastern graduate, is not only a seasoned athlete and coach but also the founder of Beyond The Breakers , a groundbreaking conferenc...

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode. In this episode we’re excited to have a chat with Mitchell "Skip" Foley from Conte’s Bike Shop in Lexington, MA.  This is a 2-for-1 episode as we get to not only learn about Conte's incredible cycling group rides but also about Mitchell's extraordinary journey as an athlete. In case you haven't heard, Conte’s...