Trails, Tales, and Fails - An Ultra Running Podcast

This week on Trails, Tales, and Fails , we’re joined by the epic Holly Stables—former GB marathoner turned ultra adventurer. From Comrades and UTMB to The Speed Project Solo, Holly ran 500km from LA to Vegas. Minimal sleep, 40°C heat, and one crazy adventure. We dive into the highs, lows, mental battles, wild moments, and what this epic challenge taught her. Short on sleep, full of stories—this on...

In this ep, we’re joined by the incredible Fi Pascall, fresh off her win at UTMB Chianti 100 miles, securing her golden tickets to UTMB and Western States! But that’s not all—Fi is also the founder of Trail Retreats, a weekend escape where runners can immerse themselves in stunning trails, food, and expert insights into ultra-running. In this episode, we put Fi to the test with our favourite game:...

In this episode, we’re joined by Kallum Pritchard, fresh off an impressive second-place finish at the Hundred Hills 50k. We’ll hear about how this year’s race played out compared to 2024, the race dynamics with fellow contender Joseph Turner. Plus, we’ll discuss the infamous Barkley Marathons, which is currently happening—arguably the toughest ultra race in the world. Grab a seat and get ready for...

Join your hosts, Max and Rob, as they preview the anticipated Centurion Hundred Hills 50K race, taking place on March 15, 2025! With a challenging 50K course and 4,000 feet of elevation gain, this race promises to be an epic showdown. Whether you're running it or just following along, this episode has everything you need to know. Max and Rob break down the race details, including a look at Centuri...

Ultra runner Ricki Wynne joins Max, Rob and Sarah to share his journey from carpenter to world record-setter and Hoka Elite athlete. We dive into his biggest race highs and lows, training shifts that took him to the next level, and how he fuels his ultra efforts on a vegan diet. Plus, a game of ‘Truth or Lie’—can we catch Ricki out? Tune in for an epic conversation on endurance, mindset, and what’...

This is the second upload of this as the audio didn't come out great the first time around, especially in the first couple of minutes. Thanks for the feedback. In this episode of Trails, Tales, and Fails , Max and Sarah sit down with ultra runner Tom Joly , who shares his incredible journey from triathlons to ultra running. We dive into his breakthrough performances, including finishing 16th at UT...

Today, we’re joined by the incredible ultra runner Laura Watts, an endurance powerhouse who has tackled some of the most brutal races on the planet. She’s a three-time Badwater 135 finisher (with a fourth attempt coming up!), winner of the Winter Downs 100, Leeds Liverpool Canal Race, and Kennet and Avon Canal Race, and—just for fun—ran 52 marathons in 52 weeks. Whether it’s scorching heat or rele...

What does it take to survive 268 miles of brutal winter conditions, 10,000m of climbing, and almost a full week of sleep deprivation? Meet Tim Secker, an ultrarunner who conquered the Montane Winter Spine Race in 166 hours and 17 minutes. Tim is in his 50s and proves that grit, resilience, and mental toughness can prove to be more important than speed. In this episode, we break down, previous Spin...

Arc of Attrition 100 – Debrief with Rob Nugent, Max Stuart & 2nd Place Female Sarah Page Brutal weather before, relentless mud, and 100 miles of Cornish coastline—this year’s Arc of Attrition was one for the books! 🏃‍♂️💨 Join Rob Nugent as he sits down with Max Stuart and Sarah Page (2nd place female!) to break down their epic race experiences. From the toughest sections of the course to une...

In this festive yet ultra-focused episode of Miles, Mishaps, and Mayhem , Max, Sarah, and Rob dive into the challenges of staying motivated and training over the Christmas period—balancing indulgence with endurance. They discuss preparing for the notorious Arc of Attrition 100, including kit essentials, and whether having a crew is worth the drama (spoiler: it depends who’s crewing!). Expect plent...

Max, Sarah and Rob dive into the unique challenges and opportunities of ultra-running from two distinct perspectives: James Yeardley, an experienced ultra-runner who has completed numerous races including Lakeland 100 and MDS, and Meg, a 22-year-old female athlete starting out in a sport where her demographic is significantly underrepresented. Through their stories, the podcast explores themes of...

Get ready for an episode packed with laughs and insight as Miles, Mishaps, and Mayhem chats with legendary Portsmouth runner Daniel Del Piccolo! We dive deep into the highs and lows of ultra running and how to survive the ultimate endurance challenge: balancing it all with relationships. Join hosts Max Stuart, Rob Nugent, and Sarah Page as they discuss secrets to keeping the peace at home. It’s ul...

Join Rob, Sarah, and I as we unpack some truly outrageous ultra running stories. From a stag do in Gdansk, to a bizarre encounter on the Centurion North Downs Way 100, the stories get wilder with every mile. And just when you think it can't get stranger, Rob reveals 2 Truths and a Lie that will leave you questioning reality. Plus, could peanut butter really solve a common ultra running problem? Yo...

In this episode, I answer the question, 'what is the best exercise to do for ultra runners?'. Also, I interview road and ultra runner, and Instagram content creator, Gary Blackman. Join us, as Garry opens up on injury, social media, and his running journey, which has included 55 ultra events and marathons spanning 25 years. Enjoy.

Join me, as I interview friend, ex triathlete, and recently turned ultra runner, Ollie Roffey. We talk about mental health and discuss Ollie's transition from triathlon to ultra running.

Join me as I interview ultra runner, full-time teacher, and busy mum, Sarah Page. Since starting ultra running in 2023, Sarah has won the UltraX Spring Series 75k, Centurion SDW100, NDW100, and finished a respectable 7th female in her first international race at the UTMB Istria 110k. We discuss how she fits ultra training into her busy schedule, also reveals her dream celebrity pacer.