The thisABILITY Adventures Podcast

Send us Fan Mail  Duog Silk interviews team thisAbility members Chip Dodd, Andrea Anderson, Caitlin Thorn, and David Grabiner, to unpack their incredible journey at the Adventure Racing World Championships: Huairasinchi 2024. With 700 km covered in just 6.5 days, the team shares their challenges, triumphs, and unforgettable moments from this grueling race.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Heidi Muller, joins Team thisABILITY in Ecuador! In this interview, Doug Silk from ARDotWatch sits down with the team to talk race prep and race expectations.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Chip and Andrea sit down with Tomas Diaz and Anna Edwards, members of Team thisABILITY PR, to talk about their thrilling experience at the recent Two Rivers Adventure Race by Rootstock Racing.  Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, teamwork, and the spirit of adventure!  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail  Join the members of Team thisABILITY—Chip Dodd, Andrea Anderson, and Justin Mann—as they sit down with Allen Wagner, Race Director of the recent Fall Foliage Adventure Racing event of Broad Run Off Road. Also featured is Jesse Hasberg from Team Awesome Sauce. Tune in for an exclusive look at the behind-the-scenes stories and adventures that made this race unforgettable!  Support...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an exciting deep dive into the 24-hour adventure race at the USARA National Championship!  Chip, Andrea, and David sit down with host Doug Silk of AR DotWatch to share their journey through the challenging weather, intense teamwork, and adrenaline-fueled moments of this epic race. From strategy to surprises, get the inside scoop on what it takes to compete at the highe...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chip Dodd, Andrea Anderson, Caitlin Thorn, and David Grabiner as they recount the highs, lows, and wild moments of their epic journey through the rugged terrain of Expedition Alaska. Interviewed by Doug Silk of ARDotWatch , get an insider’s look at the challenges, teamwork, and unforgettable adventures in this thrilling race ramble!  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Chip and Andrea chat about friendship and community in adventure racing, and they are  joined by a few special guests.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea interview the winners of the Buff Betty 2024 Adventure Race. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, join Chip and Andrea as they dive into their exhilarating experience at the Hogback Adventure Race! This two-day event in Ocoee, Tennessee, featured both 12-hour and 8-hour courses, and how Team thisABILITY tackled it all with grit and determination. Special guest Mark Bolyard joins them to share insights, memorable moments, and the incredible challenges they face...

Send us Fan Mail Chip and Andrea speak with David Grabiner and Caitlin Thorn, who are competing for Team thisAbility in the Rev 3 - 50 Hour Race, in this episode of the show. One special guest joined us, who was also in the race. Watch it to learn more! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Chip and Andrea discuss their preferred Go Pro settings for racing and the XPD Alaska. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea talk about various race laws and race designs. They also included feedback from listeners. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea interview Tomas Diaz and Anna Edwards representing Team thisAbility for the  2024 Chattanooga Epic in the United States of America. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Mailbag, Chip and Andrea talk about entry-level knots & ropes, dry suits, kayak paddles, and how to calculate boat speed.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea interview Race Director, Santiago Lopez for the  2024 Huairasinchi Adventure World Racing Championship in Ecuador. The expedition race will run on November 26 – December 8, 2024. Early bird registration will end on March 31, 2024, Sunday.  Race Info -  https://www.arworldseries.com/races/huairasinchi-arwc-2024-ecuador Official Race W...

Send us Fan Mail We hit the cinemas in Richmond, Virginia last weekend for a watch party of Arthur the King! This podcast delves beyond the movie review, focusing on the authenticity of expedition-length races and offering invaluable insights for newcomers eager to start adventure racing.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail It's Luis Fernando Becdach and Jesse Hagberg ’s turn to relive what went down during the 2024 Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Race! Luis and Jesse raced for Team thisABILITY's 2-person Male team. Great job, guys! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Join Chip, Andrea, Mark, and Mike as they dive deep into the events of the recent 2024 Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Adventure Race. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Mailbag, Chip and Andrea draw upon their five years of experience to help equip newer teams for the upcoming Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Expedition Race taking place from February 22nd to 25th, 2024. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Chip and Andrea visit Costa Rica! Joining them in this podcast is their adventure racing friend, Pablo from Turrialba.  Check out Pablo's family business where they enjoyed a "Glamping" experience in the jungle.  Aventuras el Ceibo https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063768379541&mibextid=ZbWKwL Here is the location of Aventuras el Ceibo on Google Maps: h...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Mailbag, Chip and Andrea talk about everything you wanted to know about packrafts, and then some..   Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Join Andrea and Chip as they delve into a "year in review" of their adventure racing journey. They take you through the highs and lows of an ambitious race schedule, sharing personal stories and the valuable lessons learned along the way. As they reflect on the passage of time and the rush to experience as many grand adventures as possible, they also touch on the realiti...

Send us Fan Mail Breaking barriers and unveiling triumphs! Join Andrea Anderson as she interviews Brenda Carlson and Lisa Randall, Female Adventure Racing Solo National Championship Winners.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Race Ramble for the Adventure Racing Solo National Championship is out! Tune in to hear what happened at the race. Both Andrea Anderson and Chip Dodd raced solo this time around.  Thanks to Doug Silk with ARDotWatch for facilitating the conversation again and for providing great commentary during the race! And, thanks to Argeorgia / Warrior for a great race at a great venue! S...

Send us Fan Mail Join Team thisABILITY as teammates, Chip , Andrea , Caitlin , and Luis unravel what really happened during the recent ARWS World Championship - Eastern Cape. Thanks to Doug Silk with ARDotWatch for facilitating this episode!  Support the show