Running from New York City to Boston with Tom Hanlon

This week I had an awesome conversation with Tom Hanlon. Tom is a former college miler turned ultra runner who has thrown down some wild efforts in his two years in the sport. We talk about his recent 244 mile effort running from New York City to Boston in 72 hours and 50 minutes to set the FKT and raise over $14,000 for the Jason R. Flood Memorial Foundation. Tom breaks down the entire journey from starting at midnight in Times Square, battling exhaustion and sleep deprivation, and dealing with the high and lows to push all the way to the Boston Marathon finish line. We also dive into his quick rise in ultra running, including a second place finish at the Vermont 100, placing 17th (7:16min/mi pace over 50 miles) at JFK 50, and his experience running Western States. Finally, we chat about balancing high level competition while keeping the love for the sport and big adventures.HOW TO FIND TOM:https://www.instagram.com/tomhanlon_ultra/https://www.youtube.com/@TomHanlonUltraJASON R. FLOOD MEMORIAL PAGE:https://www.facebook.com/JasonFloodMemorialPage/?ref=NONE_xav_ig_profile_page_web#I've tried a lot of different trail running gear over the years and have refined my ideal kit for the mountains. Below are some of my favorite running and hiking shoes and gear. If you have any questions, please reach out! By using the affiliate links below, I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏REI IS HAVING A LABOR DAY SALE - LATE SUMMER DEALS - UP TO 25% OFF!⁠https://rei.pxf.io/c/7452875/4011891/17195⁠ 👟FAVORITE TRAIL RUNNING SHOES:Hoka Speedgoat 7: ⁠rei.pxf.io/7XBr4r⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/3RdDZRS⁠ The shoe I have worn for the most miles in the White Mountains. Its a high stack height but I like that for running fast down steep descents. The Speedgoat 7 is my favorite version so far. It's lighter, and slightly reduced stack from the old version and I have been loving it.La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: ⁠rei.pxf.io/0GB7gP⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/3T1u0Qi⁠  My top pick for a super shoe in technical terrain. Light, fast, and has really good grip. Mid tier stack so fairly stable but also has some cush to absorb downhill impact. These shoes want to go.Saucony Endorphin Speed 5: ⁠rei.pxf.io/6kR90V⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4wGHWh5⁠  One of my favorite pair of road trainers. An uptempo, fast shoe which I use on my road runs to work on turnover and speed. ⛰️ESSENTIAL TRAIL RUNNING GEAR:GPS Watch: ⁠rei.pxf.io/VOjena⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4wT0bQq⁠  In my experience, Garmin has the best GPS accuracy in thick, dense forest in the Northeast. I trust the mileage and vert data from Garmin over any other watch.Running Vest: ⁠rei.pxf.io/zzD3We⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4feeEzr⁠  Salomon has been the gold standard for trail running vests. I have always worn Salomon vests and still have all my original packs. In the summer, I use a 5L and in the Winter I use a 12L. Lightweight Water Filter: ⁠rei.pxf.io/R0Djza⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4vErYTK⁠  A water filter top for a soft flask is one of the most essential pieces of gear for trail running. I always bring the least amount of water possible and fill up at any stream. Super easy to use and can help out in a pinch as well.🍩TRAIL FUELTailwind: ⁠rei.pxf.io/NGYD17⁠ OR ⁠https://amzn.to/4cEiam4⁠ I always have a sugar mix in my bottles for long runs. It’s the easiest way to make sure you are getting enough calories and electrolytes in.