Jacob Banta | Golden Tickets, Brain Injury, Being Patient, & Going Pro
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Release Date: 04/02/2026
Gorge Waterfalls Elite Men's and Women's Panels | Trailgating
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
First off, we’d like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, . We’re extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond! All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year. Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls: Monday April 6th: Rest Day Live + 30k Race...
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Gorge Waterfalls 50k Preview | Trailgating
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls! First off, we’d like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, . We’re extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond! All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year. Today’s show is hosted by Dylan Bowman with Corrine Malcolm. ...
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BREAKING NEWS: Yao Miao signs with All Conditions Gear
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
🚨Breaking News: Yao Miao signs with All Conditions Gear🚨 One of the biggest moves of the 2026 free agency season, ACG adds the back-to-back OCC champion to their growing roster. We had the honor of sitting down with Miao at Nike World Headquarters this week to learn more about her story and this significant new partnership. Miao will be racing Gorge 50k this Sunday as part of her 2026 season that will also include the Val d’Aran 100k and CCC. Beginning a new chapter in multiple ways, this calendar signifies an exciting return to long course racing for Miao after...
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Gorge Waterfalls 100k Preview | Trailgating
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Gorge Waterfalls! First off, we’d like to thank the presenting sponsor of the race and this coverage, . We’re extremely grateful for their support, and excited to welcome them to Cascade Locks this week. Their support has been paramount in helping us take the event to the next level in 2026 and beyond! All week, our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year. Today’s show is hosted by Dylan Bowman with co-host Corrine...
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Rest Day | Puppi's Injury, Dhiman's Fitness, Gorge Storylines, & Salomon's "Next Gen" Program
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Rest Day Live is back tonight with Tim Tollefson and Corrine Malcolm in the co-host chairs. We’re going live on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT. Run of Show Athletes dealing with setbacks: Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Francesco Puppi Athletes in prime form: Ben Dhiman, Abby Hall, Rod Farvard Gorge Waterfalls storylines + 30k preview Salomon “Next Gen” program Strava file of the week Bonus Miles (Freetrail Pro) How Ryan made The Big Alta 100k highlight video Links & Resources Subscribe to the newsletter: Join Freetrail Pro: Register for TrailCon: Register for The Big...
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Jacob Banta | Golden Tickets, Brain Injury, Being Patient, & Going Pro
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 | Rachel Entrekin Interview, Francois D'Haene's 2026 Season & Free Agency News
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
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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Rest Day | Courtney is BACK, Chuckanut, The Big Alta, & TrailCon Breaking News
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
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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The Big Alta 28k Instant Recap + Podium Interviews
The 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...
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The Big Alta 100k Instant Recap + Podium Interviews
The 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_outline- What makes you you?
- Jacob's experience racing motocross
- Dealing with traumatic brain injuries and concussions
- An email Jacob's mother Misty sent to Freetrail
- The importance of being given an opportunity
- Jacob's coach, Rick Floyd
- Earning a Golden Ticket
- How the Altra partnership came to be
- Practicing patience while building a pro athletic career
- Visualization and cultivating belief
- Training and goals for Western States
- Upcoming race at the Gorge Waterfalls 50k
- A lot more!
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