Singletrack With Mathias Eichler
Episodes
244: 'Fresh Off The Waitlist', with Melissa Tucker
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just nine days before the race Melissa Tucker got the call off the wait list and got to fulfill her dream to run Western States. This week on Singletr...
243: 'Finding the Flow', with Tomasz Drybala
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Singletrack I am chatting with Tomasz Drybala from Poland. He's a long, long, long distance runner, motivational speaker and book a...
242: 'Be Realistic, Run Happy', with Andrea Löw
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Historian, Bavarian, author and ultra runner Andrea Löw joins Singletrack to talk about running as balance to lots of work and a full life. She share...
241: 'I'd Rather Bushwhack Than Run a Road', with Jeremy Anderson
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just a handful of runners finished this year's Mount Baker Ultra race and Jeremy Anderson was one of them. He joins Singletrack to talk about one of t...
240: 'Just in Time for Mimosas', with Adam Lee
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Lee, "Substacker" and fellow trail podcaster joins me this week on the show. In between interval training sessions he talks about discovering tra...
238: 'Ramen on the Highway', with Riley Nachtrieb
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Riley Nachtrieb joins Singletrack to share her incredible journey to set a new FKT on the Olympic Discovery Trail. This 135 mile trail leads from Port...
239: 'Don't Fight Your Thoughts', with Eva Sperger
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am joined by Eva Sperger - mountain athlete, ultra runner, psychotherapist from München, Germany. She's part of the Salomon Trailrunning ...
237: 'Thrown to the Wolves', with Nick Coleman
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Coleman from the Miles, Mountains and Brews podcast joins Singletrack to share his personal story of pain, perseverance and triumph. His journey ...
236: 'Fight the Devil', with Alex Bond
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Bond is back on Singletrack and after his season kickoff race, the Yakima Skyline 50K he has stories to tell and questions to ask. This race is n...
235: 'Suffering is Bull', with Moritz auf der Heide
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
German pro trail running athlete Moritz auf der Heide joins us from Innsbruck, Austria today talk about his stellar performance at the Madeira Island ...
234: 'Herding Turtles', with Gretchen Ta
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gretchen Ta is back to talk injury recovery, race directing and giving back to the trail community. She shares the origin story of this fun and gnarly...
233: 'Lightning Strikes are a Possibility', with Brian Morrison
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week Brian Morrison from Seattle shares some insights into the challenges of running a brick and mortar running store and what it takes to turn t...
232: 'Zion 404 File Not Found', with Aum Gandhi
16 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Zion 100 double finisher Aum Gandhi joins Singletrack this week to share what it takes to actually finish this race, why he runs for a higher purpose ...
231: 'Patron of the City', with David Papineau
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I chat with running legend David Papineau from Vancouver, BC about mask collecting, running every single street, designing logos and running...
230: 'Trail Therapy', with Michael Linscott
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Linscott joins Singletrack this week again to share his experience at this year's Badger Mountain Challenge. This time I get to be the soundin...
229: 'Not so Bad in the World', With Hannes Namberger
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Singletrack I meet up with German superstar ultra runner Hannes Namberger from Bavaria. We chat about the differences in support sy...
228: 'Beware of the Chair', with Lou D'Onofrio
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're traveling east to meet up with Virtual VERT finisher Lou D'Onofrio. Learn about deciduous forests, famously rocky trails and pretzel r...
227: 'Running for Yelm', with Keith Yates
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I'm sharing miles and the mic with good friend of the show Keith Yates. He's about to run Badger and turned this 100 mile adventure into a f...
226: 'Just a Fun Day Out', with Alex Hasenohr
12 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Hasenohr Borsuk brings cabbage noodles, nutrition advice, and rad stories of mountain adventures to this week's episode of Singletrack. She holds...
225: 'Fastest Known Time Sells to Outside', with Alex Bond, Ashly Winchester and Jason Hardrath
12 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking news from this morning: Fastest Known Time sells to Outside Interactive. Here's a first commentary by Alex Bond, Ashly Winchester and Jason H...
224: 'Oh Man, That's it?', with Thomas Reiss
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this special episode Thomas Reiss returns to Singletrack to share the story of his epic climb of Aconcagua, the highest mountain outside the Himal...
223: 'Focus on Longevity', with Alison Naney
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Zooming in from the beautiful Methow Valley Alison Naney is a trail runner, running coach, massage therapist and owner of Cascade Endurance. We chat a...
222: 'Best of the Island', with Keith Laverty
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Keith Laverty is back on the show to talk about his win at last weekend's Fat-Ass style Burt 55K on Bainbridge Island, Washington. We chat about how t...
221: 'Putting Everything Into This One Event', with Krissy Moehl
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Trail Legend Krissy Moehl joins Singletrack to talk about circumnavigating Mt. Baker, her upcoming book release and Chuckanut 50. It's Krissy's 20th y...
220: 'Racing Via Ferrata Style', with Daniel Probst
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am chatting with Daniel Probst, race director of the one of a kind Mt. Baker Ultra. After racing Tor De Geants Dan was inspired to bring t...
219: 'No Shortcuts Through Khumbu', with Andrew Hughes
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
High altitude mountaineer and explorer Andrew Hughes joins us for a very special episode of Singletrack to share his story and journey from growing up...
218: 'Required Snake Bite Compression Kit', with Matt Urbanski
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
World traveller and running coach Matt Urbanski joins Singletrack this week. He's the co-founder of Team Run Run the popular online marketplace for ru...
217: 'Flip the FKT Statistic', with Marta Fisher
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When I stumbled upon the 'Women who FKT' project I got super excited and needed to know more. Instigator Marta Fisher is here to tell her story, the i...
216: 'Generally the Course Sucks and Everything is Tough', with Jason Reathaford
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Reathaford joins us from the other side of the state to share his story into ultra running, from conquering 100 milers himself to becoming the r...
215: 'Encouraging Diverse Perspectives', with Trent Banks
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Trent Banks of the Trail Film Festival and Aspire Adventure Running joins our first episode of the year. The Winter Edition 2022 of the Virtual Trailr...
214: 'The Balance of Humility and Hubris', with Alex Bond
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Christmas everyone. It's this special time of the year and you know what that means? Holiday movie review time! Alex Bond and I take a dive into...
213: 'Life is Like One Big Ultra', with Gretchen Walla
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gretchen Walla joins the show to share what makes the trail running community so special in her hometown Bellingham, Washington. We also talk about th...
212: 'The Navigator's Mindset', with Stephen Johnson
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week I'm joined by longtime friend of the show Stephen Johnson, creator of the popular app Topo Maps +. We talk about the origins of his business...
211: 'Off-season Apple Pie', with Elisa Laverty
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Baker and mountain athlete Elisa Laverty joins us this week to talk about her off season plans including pie baking and her casual solstice event at M...
210: 'Weekend Warriors', with Viktor Marohnic
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am joined by Viktor Marohnic, founder of 57Hours. The startup that invites you to 'own your weekend' and make the most of the these magica...
209: 'The Pourquoi of Running', with Steph Decker
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Steph joins the show again to follow up on her injury that sidelined her summer project. We talk about traveling to France, visiting family and drinki...
208: 'Schinken, Eier und Nudeln', with Thomas Reiss
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Thomas Reiss joins Singletrack to share a glimpse into his epic journey from a small town in Germany to opening a design shop in Californian...
207: 'Tailwind into the Metaverse', with Jeff Vierling
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of my favorite outdoor companies redesigns their logo and overhauls their brand and I had to hear the story behind it all. Jeff Vierling, co-found...
206: 'Of Cows and Cheese', with Maria Dalzot
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While the rain and cold is embracing the Pacific Northwest, Maria Dalzot joins Singletrack to talk about summer and sunshine, cows and cheese in Switz...
205: 'Podcasting on Trails', with Emily Holland
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast producer, host, and trail runner Emily Holland joins this week's episode of Singletrack from Boulder Colorado. We talk about the peace, advent...
204: 'Top FKTs in Washington for 2021', with Alex Bond
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Bond and I are taking a look at the best mountain running performances in Washington State submitted to Fastest Known Time for the year 2021. And...
203: 'Quick Pole Practice Session', with Keith Laverty
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The challenges of the last 1/4 at Squamish 50, the joys of the flat interurban trail at Chuckanut, the relentless heat at R2R2R and the brutal beauty ...
202: 'Inspired to Adventure', with Abram Dickerson
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Aspire Adventure Running's Abram Dickerson joins the show to share a glimpse into his jam-packed summer. Gathering trail runners in stunning scenery, ...
201: 'Washington Bulgers', With Jason Hardrath
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mountain Goat and otherworldly human being Jason Hardrath joins the show to share his little summer project. No stranger to crazy mountain adventures,...
200: 'The Race Director Appreciated That', with Michael Linscott
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After an incredible year of running Michael Linscott joins a very special episode of Singletrack to talk about his fabulous fifth finish at Cascade Cr...
199: 'My Gear For UTMR'
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this brief summer intermission show Mathias shares his travel stress and gear choices for his upcoming trip to the Alps and his 100K race at Ultra ...
198: 'Overnight On Copper', with Tabatha Collins and Mary Flinders
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Friend of the show Tabatha Collins is back and she brought her trail running partner and fellow mountain slayer Mary Flinders with her. They were the ...
197: 'Five Times is Enough', with Mike Ehredt
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off his 5th Hardrock100 finish Mike Ehredt is back on the show to share his latest adventures in the San Juans. The veteran Hardrocker reflects ...
196: 'Getting Loopy in the Olympics', with Steph Decker
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mountain goat Steph Decker joins the show to talk about the latest adventure project she's been working on. Inspired by ultra uber runner Christof Teu...
195: 'Orienteering along the Loowit Trail', With Alex Bond
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Bond returns to the show to share his experience with orienteering races, how it helps him on big mountain adventures and why he won't run the Ba...
194: 'Shooting Myself Into the Sunset'
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lots is going on this week: An update on our hosting server changes, summer break announcements and talks about challenges in gateway communities. Ori...
193: 'Hot is the New Summer'
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
(Sorry, had some issues with the audio file... you know.. that new podcasting server and stuff... anyway, this episode should be 1:27 long. If your po...
192: 'Night Running Deserves a Quiet Night'
26 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's good to be a fan right now. RedBull Alps is happening, Euro 2020, Lavaredo just kicked off and it's Western States weekend. So much going on. Per...
191: 'The Lumber was Jacked'
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's getting hot in the west. Temperatures are rising, visitors are flocking to our public lands and masks are being dropped. Oh, and speaking of hot,...
190: 'You can be my Battle Cat'
11 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we talk He-Man and nostalgia reboots before diving into Doug's latest trail encounter with a bear and cubs. Mathias has a 100k over the wee...
189: 'A Return to Coughing on Trails'
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is hot and we are watching the snow melt, a little too fast. Mathias shares why his "bro crew" didn't go up Mount St. Helens during nasty weather, ...
188: 'How To FKT', With Special Guest Alex Bond
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Bond, the regional editor of the popular website Fastest Known Time joins us on Singletrack to discuss the excitement and challenges and of chasi...
187: 'Hope's a ...' - Ted Lasso S1 - E9-10
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a doubleheader, which doesn't exist in football, I mean soccer. We're finishing up season 1 of Ted Lasso and enjoying the rollercoaster of hop...
186: 'Travel Off The Beaten Path', with Special Guest Florian Herrmann
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another German joins the show and Doug is back in the saddle. Florian Herrmann from Munich, Bavaria and now living in Lander, Wyoming shares the missi...
185: 'More Than a Race' with Maggie Guterl and Staci Revel
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Maggie Guterl and Staci Revel join Mathias on this week's special episode. Both ran the inaugural Cocodona 250 down in Arizona, the newest, most badas...
184: 'The Diamond Dogs Strike Again' - Ted Lasso S1 S8
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The 'Diamond Dogs' redefine locker room talk. Relationships are fixed. Then darts are being played, in a pub, in England. So cliche, and so wonderful....
183: 'Holding Buoys in Your Hands'
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Big news is announced in this episode. Mathias is heading to Europe soon, while UTMB is partnering with Ironman. Doug summits a mountain and encounter...
182: 'The Valentines Show' - Ted Lasso S1 S7
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There's lot of relationshipping going on in this episode. Anger can win games and karaoke brings the team together. Also road trips make people find t...
181: 'Tracking Wolves' with Special Guest Roberto Gutiérrez
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How does one launch an outdoor brand in the United States? Especially one that's already forty years old? Jack Wolfskin is one of Europe's largest and...
180: 'Do they know it's Christmas?' - Ted Lasso S1 S6
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do people in Britain know about the Red Sox? How do you write jokes for a global audience? What 'sport curses' do we know from other cultures? Also: T...
179: 'Lemon Disease is a Joke'
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Weather talk is interrupted by geography talk, so you know it must be important. This week, Doug talks about his latest sprained ankle and how it happ...
178: '70 is the new 100'
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Get your vaccines, people! Doug got his first Covid-19 shot already, Mathias has his scheduled, but that isn't the point of this episode. Today, we he...
177: 'Scrape Me off a Mesa'
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mathias is, or should be, packing for his race this weekend. How will the 100 miler go? Will he bring the right gear, snacks and remember to grab mask...
176: 'Oklahoma' Ted Lasso S1 E5
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Richmond wins their first game. That is big for the team and for Coach Lasso. But, what's bigger is the relationships and decisions that are happening...
175: 'Presenting Myself as a Terrified Basket-case'
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mathias has a call with the German consulate, Doug runs a random half and both guys are getting ready to battle allergies. After a masterful transitio...
174: 'This Ain't Robbie Williams' - Ted Lasso S1 E4
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Ted Lasso poses the serious question of what to wear to an elevated function, and what to wear on the soccer pitch or as fans in the s...
173: 'Old Men Talking About the Internet and Shoes'
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are all like that boat stuck in Suez Canal. Doug loves his new road shoes while Mathias feels let down by La Sportiva's Jackal. With just a few wee...
172: 'You spoke to God?' Ted Lasso S1 E3
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about tabloids, spicy food, school visits, and the marvelous Trent Crimm from the Independent. We also see Ted slowly taking contr...
171: 'The Trudge to Mordor Had Good Views'
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Eurovision and Barkley talk kick off this week's conversation. Is the Barkley hype waning or is Doug just a pessimist who doesn't believe in fun? Red ...
170: 'Panda or Lion' Ted Lasso S1 E2
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The second episode of Ted Lasso - Season 1 is all about firsts. The first British breakfast, the first practice session with the team, the first real ...
169: 'A Better Podcast Would be More Prepared'
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happy(?) 1st year of Covidiversary, everyone! After talking about the past year, we take a quick dip into everyone's favorite recurring segment: "weat...
168: 'How many Countries are in This Country?' Ted Lasso S1 E1
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, we're doing it and you are welcome. Ted Lasso, the greatest show on television deserves to be reviewed, talked about and praised by two average t...
167: 'Trail Running's Goth Phase'
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Remember the movie Innerspace from 1987? No? Well, this week we quickly chat about the new Kilian documentary Inside Kilian on Amazon Prime before we ...
166: 'Stoke in the Spring'
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Remember 10 hour long Youtube videos? Doug watched most of the replay of the Black Canyon 100k and shared his thoughts. We then dive into the anxiousn...
165: 'Crushing on the Wonderland'
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is the future of trail running? How long will we mourn for Daft Punk? After a few introductory comments, including yet another check in on Mathia...
164: 'On the Benefits Of David Hasselhoff'
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When did you last hear a David Hasselhoff song on the radio? After reminiscing on the golden age of radio, the guys dive in deep into a real convers...
163: 'Even the King Has to Walk to the Bathroom'
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are debating taking a trip to Mexico with Ted Cruz, but Doug's eyes may still be frozen shut. Mathias is recovering slowly. Broken Arrow is moved f...
162: 'Sports-Ball is Right in Our Wheelhouse'
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mathias takes an avalanche course for trail runners while Doug longs to run with migrating animals. K2 is talked about, and the guys dive into a discu...
161: 'Power Hiking in Rumpl Blankets'
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Winter weather is impacting training plans, but that is ok. Mathias has a good blanket to recommend. Tights get destroyed at Kaiser, but the power of ...
160: 'I'm Excited With What I Have in Front of Me'
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for some new gear for 2021. We talk masks, tights, sun shades, hydration packs and of course, socks! Which gear do we love? What are the pro...
159: 'A 100 Mile Cat Out of a Bag'
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When races are less of a priority, how do we get ready for a new race? Mathias signs up for a 100 miler, and we discuss the mental and physical challe...
158: 'There are No Huts with Fresh Croissants on the PCT'
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After lobbying for Toto to be on the podcast, we dive into whether or not rock climbers compete about elevation gain on climbs. Doug may sign up for a...
157: 'How Well do You Know the Backcountry in the Winter?'
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mathias talks about running half marathons and getting caught in hail on Kaiser. We then discuss snowy days, avalanches and the mental skills we gain ...
156: 'A Zinger, a Sausage Roll and a Face Mask Walk Onto a Trail…'
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It has been awhile, but baking is back on the show. Doug loses a cake bet and makes a Raspberry Zinger, while Mathias made sausage rolls. This is why ...
155: 'That was supposed to be a 46?'
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We have returned to road running, for a bit. Both Doug and Mathias ran a half marathon, Doug has a new project while Mathias is once again a Tailwind ...
154: 'Thicc Thighs and Slippery Soles'
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Back on track, until the end, hazards with shoes and running holes in shorts are discussed in great length, unlike Mathias and Doug's shorts. A phone ...
153: 'Trail Running Tiktok and Evolution'
16 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we try to dive into deeper things than the political chaos engulfing the nation. How'd we do? We discuss trail running Tiktok, the new logo...
152: 'Feeling in a Rut?'
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Doug rolls over his 2020 race entries to this year and is amped up about running three back to back races at the Rut this coming summer. It still feel...
151: 'Hydrate, Stretch and Whine About Strava'
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Politics aside the new year begins with a renewed focus on nutrition and proper preparation before our runs. Oh, and of course we chat about Strava ag...
150: 'Merry New Year, Or Something'
02 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2020 was a dumpster fire, but there were moments of joy, of happiness and of adventures. In this episode Doug and Mathias share their favorite moments...
149: 'A Fine Holiday Show'
27 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's the most fabulous holiday tradition at the Singletrack World Headquarters: The annual movie review. Doug and Mathias take a deep dive at Fine Lin...
148: 'You Don't Look a Gift Pod in The Ear?'
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Say it with us: "Cheese Steak, Cheese Cake, Cheapskate!" Doug kicks things off with yet another awkward topic. leading to a quick chat about a trail r...
147: 'Oh Deer, Always Be Prepared'
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
WARNING: Graphic Content to start the episode. This week, we start with breaking news. Doug hits his first deer and has a truly Montana moment, leavin...
146: 'Wicking Socks and a Warm Coccyx'
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Only one more week of dwindling daylight hours. In what may be the tightest episode in Singletrack history, layering fails, winter gear, mountain trav...
145: 'Silicon Cougars'
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Doug rants about how he feels about British history before Mathias brings the whole Crown talk into an important lesson for trail runners and reaching...