The thisABILITY Adventures Podcast

Send us Fan Mail After a season filled with solo efforts, Team thisABILITY was finally back together. In this episode, Chip Dodd, Andrea Anderson, David Grabiner, and Kevin Keck recap their experience at the 27-Hour Brake the Habit Adventure Race in Marlinton, West Virginia . What looked straightforward on paper quickly turned into a race of constant decision-making. Throughout the night and into...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea and Chip break down their experience racing the Cerberus Adventure Stage Race in Newcastle, Virginia — a unique three-day stage race hosted by Adventure Source that mixed long race days with camp life, good food, and time to actually sleep and socialize between stages. The episode also dives into race strategy, cutoff pressure, navigation lessons, and the mental gears racer...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Chip and Andrea share their experience racing at the Shenandoah Epic 24 Hour Adventure Race , organized by Adventure Enablers in the mountains of Shenandoah Valley . Racing solo for 24 hours is never easy, but both racers had an incredible day on the course. Chip Dodd and Andrea Anderson each took 1st place in their respective solo divisions , earning a spot on th...

Send us Fan Mail Chip, Andrea, Nick, and David take on The MAGNIficent 2026 , tackling a course packed with challenging navigation, demanding terrain, and nonstop decision-making. In this episode, they share their experience racing together—breaking down key route choices, the toughest sections of the course, and the moments that made the race memorable. From teamwork and strategy to the unpredict...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea and Chip take the mic to recap the Winter Warmup Adventure Race , a 5-hour race organized by GRIT Adventure Racing in Maryland . From cold-weather challenges to smart navigation and nonstop movement, they break down what made this race tough—and fun. The episode also includes practical winter gear tips for racing in cold conditions. Chip shares his experience winning overal...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Doug Silk of ARDotWatch sits down with Team thisABILITY members — Chip Dodd, Caitlin Stark, David Grabiner, and Nick Hurff — for an inside look at their journey through Adventure Racing World Championship: Expedition Canada 2025 . From high-alpine trekking to cold-water paddling and complex navigation across British Columbia’s wild terrain.  Get an inside look at...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Team thisABILITY takes on the 2025 Mint Springs 8-Hour Adventure Race in Crozet, Virginia. Chip delivers a stellar performance, finishing first overall in 4 hours and 37 minutes , while Andrea marks a major milestone — her first adventure race since recovering from injury .  Huge thanks to John and the Crozet Racing crew for hosting such a well-designed and scenic...

Send us Fan Mail  Join Team thisABILITY — Chip Dodd, Sarah Goldman, and Mark Bolyard — as they relive their adventure at the 2025 USARA National Championships , held on September 12–13, 2025, in Bentonville, Arkansas .  Dive into the stories before the finish line — the teamwork, the strategy, and the stories that kept them moving forward.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, Andrea chats with Joel Flory of 180 Adventures/Lone PAWS and Alyssa Godesky of Pretty Reckless about the realities of injury recovery and their experiences at the USARA National Championships , a 30-hour race held in Bentonville, Arkansas. Alyssa shares insights from her journey with Pretty Reckless , an all-women’s team that finished 7th overall at the USARA Nat...

Send us Fan Mail Team thisABILITY dives into their wild experience at the Sud Raid Adventure Race in France. From biking, trekking, paddling, caving in dark tunnels, and even tackling quirky challenges like golfing and curling. Chip Dodd, Mark Miller, Nick Hurff, and Brenda Carlson share the highs, lows, and unforgettable moments of this extraordinary race.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Chrissy van Assendelft shares her journey of reclaiming strength after a frozen shoulder left her sidelined.  A powerful story of resilience, healing, and self-awareness. Stay tuned till the very end to find out what women do better than men. Whether you're gearing up for your first 5K, chasing your next ultra, tackling a multi-day expedition race, or coming back from an inju...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea shares an honest and heartfelt update on her recovery, opening up about the physical challenges she’s facing and the emotional weight that comes with being sidelined by injury. She’s joined by Nick Hurff, who breaks down her recovery plan, key mindset shifts, and the road ahead. Meanwhile, Chip shares exciting details about Team thisABILITY’s upcoming race at Expedition Fra...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Andrea and Chip sit down with David Grabiner, coming off America’s Toughest Race —Expedition Oregon. David shares what it was like racing solo through Oregon’s rugged backcountry, where he finished 3rd in the Sololist Category and 7th overall. Hear about the grit, the strategy, and what it takes to do it alone.  Whether you're gearing up for your first 5K, ch...

Send us Fan Mail  In this inspiring episode, Andrea sits down with three powerhouse women from Women of AR to talk all things adventure racing—community, competition, and what it means to show up strong on and off the course. Whether you're just starting or a seasoned racer, this podcast is for you. Don’t miss the stories, laughs, and lessons from Saleena Devore, Chelsea McBride, and Beth Zag...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea and Chip are back on the mic to talk about the story behind Andrea’s broken ankle and what lies ahead in her recovery. They’re joined by Nick Hurff, who will be coaching her through the recovery process. On a good note: surgery went exactly as planned and was a success! Whether you're gearing up for your first 5K, chasing your next ultra, tackling a multi-day expeditio...

Send us Fan Mail Tomas Diaz sits down with team thisABILITY members Chip Dodd, Andrea Anderson, Michelle Fauscher, and Sarah Goldman about their experience racing the Raid Bimbache — part of the AR World Series in Morocco — held April 28 to May 3, 2025. The team came 23rd out of 39 teams. Hear the stories, challenges, and highlights from one of the world’s toughest adventure races.  Support the sh...

Send us Fan Mail Chip and Andrea chat with Abdellah Baba, guide and owner of Atlas Extreme in Morocco. Prior to the Raid Bimbache , they trekked the Atlas Mountains together. In this episode, they swap stories and dive into the endless adventure possibilities that Morocco has to offer.  For outdoor equipment needs or tours in Morocco, visit atlasextreme.com or text on Whatsapp at +447415547723. Su...

Send us Fan Mail Their recent trip to Belize had Chip and Andrea reminiscing about their very first adventure race — the Maya Mountain Adventure Challenge back in 2018. While they didn’t have a GoPro with them during the race, in this episode, they walk through their detailed post-race report. You can read it here: Maya Mountain Adventure Challenge 2018 https://www.thisabilityracing.com/post/mayam...

Send us Fan Mail  In the first segment, Chip and Andrea share stories from their recent trip to Belize. Then, they’re joined by Adventure Addicts Racing directors Michelle Faucher and Liz Faucher, along with The Skidmarks’ Mark Bolyard and Mark Miller, for a fun and interesting race ramble about the Adrenaline Rush 24hr Adventure Race.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Join Chip and Andrea as they dive into the exciting 2025 Florida Sea to Sea Expedition Race! In this episode, for the first time ever, they sit down with not just one, but three incredible teams: Lubono Capital Racing with David and Geremy Grabiner, who tackle the race together as siblings. Trailhead Adventure Co., with Jason and Elijah Hancock, where Elijah made history as the yo...

Send us Fan Mail Paddle, bike, trek, swim, & navigate across Florida with Chip Dodd, Luis Becdach, Brenda Carlson, and Mark Miller as they relive their 2025 Florida Sea to Sea Expedition Race experience! Andrea digs into the team's toughest moments, unexpected surprises, and the strategy behind tackling one of the biggest adventure races in the U.S.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Tune in as Chip Dodd, Andrea Anderson, Caitlin Thorn, and Nick Hurff from Team ThisAbility share their journey through The MAGNIficent - Adventure Racing World Series New Zealand. They reflect on the challenges and triumphs of the intense MAGNIficent race, offering exclusive insights, race tactics, and memorable experiences from one of the most beautiful yet grueling adventure rac...

Send us Fan Mail Chip and Andrea are in New Zealand gearing up for the upcoming ARWS New Zealand. In this episode, they dive into the essentials of dry suits and share insights on packrafting – perfect prep for the adventure ahead!  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Don’t miss this episode as Chip and Andrea recap their thrilling 2024 adventure races! They share highlights, challenges, and unforgettable moments from the races, plus some expert bike tips to gear up for your own adventures.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea sit down with Team Awesome Sauce—JD Eskelson, Tom Ambrose, Megan Nettuno, and Jesse Hasberg. Join them as they discuss their experience at the recent 2024 Adventure Racing World Championships - Ecuador.  Support the show