Relay

The Western States Aftermath

June 30, 2026·52 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

This episode is sponsored by Kava Haven.Topics:Peter returns to Relay and catches up on everything he missedThe jaw-dropping performances at the Paris Diamond League and why fast times are becoming the new normalWestern States 100 delivers historic performances in near-perfect conditionsHow weather transformed the race and fueled record-breaking timesHans Troyer's aggressive race strategy and what happened after leading for 60 milesJen Lichter's stunning 100-mile debut and one of the greatest performances in race historyWhat separates elite trail runners from elite road runnersMolly Seidel's Western States debut and why finishing mattered more than the resultTommie Runz completes Western States and why his finish impressed the Relay crewWhy patience, experience, and trail-specific skills matter over 100 milesErika shares early thoughts on marathon racing in an era of increasingly unpredictable weatherSponsors:Kava Haven⁠ is a non-alcoholic spirit designed to help you relax and unwind without the sluggish next-day feeling. Whether you mix it with ginger beer, sparkling water, or lime seltzer, it’s an easy summer swap when you want something social and refreshing without alcohol. Use code RELAY15 for 15% off your first order at checkout at ⁠http://kavahaven.com/relay⁠

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