The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman Black Canyon 50k Preview, Final Thoughts, & Golden Ticket Prediction Show
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Feb 13, 2026 Race weekend preview and Golden Ticket drama with final thoughts and stats from the 100K. Heated debate over injury updates and surprise pre-race plans. Deep dive into winning scenarios, margins of victory, and who might podium in the 50K and 100K. Quick course sketch highlights net-downhill rhythm, technical sections, and contenders versus dark horses.
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Puppi's Strava Post Sparks Debate
- Francesco Puppi posted a short Strava run titled 'i'm injured but i'm going to try', creating pre-race uncertainty.
- The panel debated whether he should start Black Canyon given adductor concerns and the race's demands.
Hayden Hawks Backs Coleman Craggin
- Hayden Hawks confirmed he coaches Coleman Craggin and praised his fitness and work ethic.
- Hawks predicted Coleman is confident, prepared, and likely to secure sponsorship after a strong year.
Use Black Canyon As A Data Point, Not Always A Peak
- If you lack Western States experience, prioritize recovery after Black Canyon and resist racing too hard in February.
- Use Black Canyon as data for peaking in June, not as your single-season peak if June is the main goal.