Rest Day | Rachel Entrekin Interview, Francois D'Haene's 2026 Season & Free Agency News
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Release Date: 03/31/2026
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
is a pro trail runner and photographer based in Mill Valley, CA. He's been building a strong racing resume in the sport for a few years before achieving a big breakthrough in February when he finished 2nd place at the Tarawera 100k in New Zealand. That result earned Jacob a Golden Ticket to the Western States 100 in June. This podcast coincides with Jacob signing his first professional running contract with Altra -- an important moment for any ambitious athlete. Topics: What makes you you? Jacob's experience racing motocross Dealing with traumatic brain injuries and...
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Rest Day Live is back with special guest Rachel Entrekin. We kick things off with a post-Chianti interview before Tim Tollefson joins the show to break down the latest news from around the sport. We’ll be LIVE on YouTube at 5pm PT. Run of Show 1:00 — Breaking News 4:00 — Rachel Entrekin post-Chianti interview 35:25 — François D'Haene 2026 race calendar 52:01 — Shen Jiasheng joins Salomon 57:42 — Fuzhao Xiang new sponsor speculation 1:03:53 — Strava File of the Week Bonus Miles (Freetrail Pro) Trail House Boulder discussion Links & Resources SUBSCRIBE TO FREETRAIL’S...
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Welcome to Rest Day Live, Freetrail’s weekly livestream breaking down the biggest stories in trail running. Tonight, Corrine Malcolm and Tim Tollefson step into the co-host chairs, carrying the show after a big weekend at The Big Alta. We’ll also be sharing some exciting breaking news right at the top of the show. We’ll be live on YouTube at 5pm PT. The Docket: Breaking news: Major confirmed keynote speaker at TrailCon Chianti recap and Golden Ticket recipients Chuckanut recap The Big Alta final thoughts Strava file of the week Bonus Miles: Mailbag and training updates...
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Welcome to Freetrail’s Trailgating coverage of the 2026 Big Alta. This year’s race is presented by Salomon. Salomon makes the gear that transforms sports, experiences, and culture – helping unleash the best in people through mountain sports. Born in the French Alps and refined around the world, check out Salomon’s S/LAB range to find your best solutions for shoes, packs, and apparel. We’ve been running in the new S/LAB Ultra Glide 2 lately and enjoying the balance of comfort and performance on the trails. Make sure to tune into our full weekend of Trailgating, hosted by Dylan...
info_outlineThe Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Welcome to Freetrail’s Trailgating coverage of the 2026 Big Alta. This year’s race is presented by Salomon. Salomon makes the gear that transforms sports, experiences, and culture – helping unleash the best in people through mountain sports. Born in the French Alps and refined around the world, check out Salomon’s S/LAB range to find your best solutions for shoes, packs, and apparel. We’ve been running in the new S/LAB Ultra Glide 2 lately and enjoying the balance of comfort and performance on the trails. Make sure to tune into our full weekend of Trailgating, hosted by Dylan...
info_outlineThe Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Welcome to Freetrail’s Trailgating coverage of the 2026 Big Alta. This year’s race is presented by Salomon. Salomon makes the gear that transforms sports, experiences, and culture – helping unleash the best in people through mountain sports. Born in the French Alps and refined around the world, check out Salomon’s S/LAB range to find your best solutions for shoes, packs, and apparel. We’ve been running in the new S/LAB Ultra Glide 2 lately and enjoying the balance of comfort and performance on the trails. Make sure to tune into our full weekend of Trailgating, hosted by...
info_outlineThe Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Welcome to Freetrail’s Trailgating coverage of the 2026 Big Alta. This year’s race is presented by Salomon. Salomon makes the gear that transforms sports, experiences, and culture – helping unleash the best in people through mountain sports. Born in the French Alps and refined around the world, check out Salomon’s S/LAB range to find your best solutions for shoes, packs, and apparel. We’ve been running in the new S/LAB Ultra Glide 2 lately and enjoying the balance of comfort and performance on the trails. Make sure to tune into our full weekend of Trailgating, hosted by...
info_outlineThe Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Welcome to Freetrail’s Trailgating coverage of the 2026 Big Alta. This year’s race is presented by Salomon. Salomon makes the gear that transforms sports, experiences, and culture – helping unleash the best in people through mountain sports. Born in the French Alps and refined around the world, check out Salomon’s S/LAB range to find your best solutions for shoes, packs, and apparel. We’ve been running in the new S/LAB Ultra Glide 2 lately and enjoying the balance of comfort and performance on the trails. Make sure to tune into our full weekend of Trailgating, hosted by...
info_outlineThe Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Welcome to Freetrail’s Trailgating coverage of the 2026 Big Alta. This year’s race is presented by Salomon. Salomon makes the gear that transforms sports, experiences, and culture – helping unleash the best in people through mountain sports. Born in the French Alps and refined around the world, check out Salomon’s S/LAB range to find your best solutions for shoes, packs, and apparel. We’ve been running in the new S/LAB Ultra Glide 2 lately and enjoying the balance of comfort and performance on the trails. Make sure to tune into our full weekend of Trailgating, hosted by...
info_outlineThe Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Welcome to Freetrail’s Trailgating coverage of the 2026 Big Alta. This year’s race is presented by Salomon. Salomon makes the gear that transforms sports, experiences, and culture – helping unleash the best in people through mountain sports. Born in the French Alps and refined around the world, check out Salomon’s S/LAB range to find your best solutions for shoes, packs, and apparel. We’ve been running in the new S/LAB Ultra Glide 2 lately and enjoying the balance of comfort and performance on the trails. Make sure to tune into our full weekend of Trailgating,...
info_outlineRest Day Live is back with special guest Rachel Entrekin. We kick things off with a post-Chianti interview before Tim Tollefson joins the show to break down the latest news from around the sport.
We’ll be LIVE on YouTube at 5pm PT.
Run of Show
1:00 — Breaking News
4:00 — Rachel Entrekin post-Chianti interview
35:25 — François D'Haene 2026 race calendar
52:01 — Shen Jiasheng joins Salomon
57:42 — Fuzhao Xiang new sponsor speculation
1:03:53 — Strava File of the Week
Bonus Miles (Freetrail Pro)
Trail House Boulder discussion
Links & Resources
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