Chasing Trail

In this episode of Teddy Talks, Teddy takes on the recent scandal of Joyline Chengeno recently being popped for doping after her win at Sierre Zinal, and later her win at UTMB OCC 2025. Is there a doping problem in Trail Running? Is it limited to Kenya? Is Salomon part of the problem? We dive into the general questions, ones raised by many trail runners in the sport. With rumors swirling, how will we handle this recent event?A universal, unbiased, governing body is needed before this gets out of hand... and Teddy is on the case.#trailrunning #joylinechepngeno #utmb #sierrezinal #salomonrunning #gregvollet #julienlyonVisit us at runslut.co for awesome apparel and to support Chasin' Trail!

Have you ever wondered why D-Bo kept repeating himself on the  @WesternStates  Live stream? Well, wonder no more! It turns out, Jamil Coury from  @AravaipaRunning  had EVERYTHING to do with it. Is this a Conspiracy? No, it's facts. Probably. #trailrunning #dylanbowman #jamilcoury #conspiracy #ultra

In this special episode of Teddy Talks, we dive deep into the federal prosecution of professional trail runner Michelino Sunseri, who set a speed record on the Grand Teton — only to be charged for using a historic trail long embraced by climbers and runners alike.This isn’t just a story about a shortcut — it’s a story about access, bureaucracy, and how public lands are increasingly becoming fenced off by red tape and selective enforcement. We explore the historical parallels to past mountaineering feuds, the silence of the outdoor community, and why this case should alarm anyone who values movement in wild spaces. The public is the solution!📰 Full list of sources and articles referenced in this episode:https://wyofile.com/grand-teton-trial-reveals-new-details-around-ultra-runners-shortcut-and-feds-decision-to-charge-him/https://www.sfgate.com/national-parks/article/high-elevation-drama-grand-teton-national-park-20335706.phphttps://gearjunkie.com/endurance/michelino-sunseri-switchback-settlementhttps://wyofile.com/records-fall-tetons/https://www.mindstrengthproject.com/abouthttps://www.give-r.com/pages/ryan-burkehttps://apnews.com/article/934a5526570569b625f5d854ec339a04https://www.congress.gov/114/plaws/publ245/PLAW-114publ245.pdfhttps://www.fodors.com/news/news/new-interior-order-limits-local-control-over-national-parks-amid-staffing-crisishttps://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/1874/texthttps://naturalresources.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=414710https://recreationroundtable.org/news/orr-wants-to-cut-the-red-tape-to-getting-outside/https://news.ultrasignup.com/the-explore-act-is-a-win-for-runners-and-public-lands/

You saw the clips, but here is the full breakdown. Teddy gives a quick race preview of the Mammoth 200 by ⁨Trailfest⁩ in this week's solo episode of Chasing Trail and Teddy Talks. Teddy also talks about the rich history of Mammoth Lakes, California, previously known as Mammoth City back in the old days. The Mono People originally inhabited the area, until gold was found. Join us on this episode as Teddy walks through his decision to protect the sanctity of our sport, trial running, from another self-aggrandizing documentary... So we are making our own.Help support Teddy's run and documentary making by giving a few dollars to the GoFundMe. It's a great help, you see, we need you!Here is the link. And remember... we are probably gonna make hats.GoFundMeAlso, visit us on Instagram at istagram.com/run.slut.co#trailrunning #moab #kom #mammoth200 #mammothmountain #podcast #boyking

This one’s gonna ruffle some fur.Teddy dives headfirst into the wilderness to rank the Top 5 Animals Who Would Crush Trail Running — but not without controversy.Are bears just overhyped powerlifters?Do coyotes really have the grit, or are they just fast trash pandas with good PR?And don’t get us started on mountain goats — great climbers, but would they even show up to a group run?We break it all down with zero science and way too much confidence.Expect debates, hot takes, and spiritual awakenings involving squirrels.🎧 Listen now on Spotify📺 Watch the full chaos unfold on YouTube🔗 Subscribe for more wild takes from the trail.Visit Runslut.co for all your running apparel needs. Well, at least some hoodies and shirts... LOL#TeddyTalks #TrailRunningPodcast #Top5Animals #BearDebate #CoyoteSlander #MountainGoatGate #RunWildStayWeird #HybridAthlete #TrailRunnerHumor #SpotifyPodcasts #YouTubeShow #SpiritAnimalCrisis

Teddy has a mission. A purpose. A truth to uncover.But is this truth real? Probably not.In this episode of Teddy Talks, we dive into a scandal so earth-shattering that it threatens to shake the foundation of the Western States 100… if it weren’t completely fabricated.Will Jim Walmsley answer for his alleged (but definitely fictional) crimes? Will Teddy finally bring justice to the sport? Or… has this whole thing gone way too far?Press play. The people deserve answers.📲 Follow Teddy for more absurd investigations: Instagram @run.slut.co#TeddyTalks #TrailRunning #JimWalmsley #Scandal #Podcast

The trail running world is SHOOK. Did Eric ‘The Puma’intentionally steamroll a child to secure an easy win? Was he sneaking into thekids’ race after getting smoked by Jim? We break down the footage, frame byframe, to uncover the truth behind the most scandalous moment in trail runninghistory. Watch now and decide for yourself! ⚖️👀🔥The Puma will be on Chasing Trail forour next episode… Stay tuned. In the meantime, hit the site and buy ashirt, link in the bio! #TrailGate#PumaVsChild #ScandalOfTheCentury#TeddyTalks #TrailRunning #ScandalOfTheCentury#PumaVsChild #TrailGate #RunningFails #RaceControversy #RunnersOfInstagram#UltraRunning #BreakingNews #TrailDrama #RunOrBeRunOver #RaceDayMadness#RunningScandal #ShadyStrides

🚩 Are you dating a trail runner, or are YOU the red flag? 🚩In this debut episode of Teddy Talks, Teddy dives into the hilariously questionable quirks of dating a trail runner. From their bizarre footwear choices (Altras? Barefoot running?!) to their gel-fueled diets and a very loose definition of personal hygiene, this episode breaks down the top three red flags you NEED to know before swiping right on a single-track-loving dirtbag.Whether you’re a runner, dating one, or just here for the laughs, you won’t want to miss this one. Hit play, have a laugh, and if you’ve got a trail runner red flag story, send it in—we might just feature it in a future episode!🎙️ Follow Chasin' Trail for more unfiltered trail running chaos!#TeddyTalks #TrailRunner #DatingRedFlags #RunningHumor #RunSlut #TrailRunningLife #RunnerProblems #TrailLove

Jimmy Elam joins the show to discuss Mammoth 200 and much, much more! Did you know that Jimmy loves raccoons? Did you know he is an avid reader? Well, in this episode he dives into some pretty awesome topics you don't get from other running podcasts. Simply put, Jimmy is an amazing athlete and an even better guy. But don't let the nice guy exterior fool you, Jimmy loves to talk trash and compete. He doesn't pull any punches when he talks about what he wants to do at Mammoth; show up and win. Will he be able to hold off Rachel, Max, and Teddy? You can follow Jimmy on Instagram: @jimmyelam#mammoth200 #trailrunning #jimmyelam #comedy #podcast #running #raccoons

Rachel Tomajczyk sits down for this episode of Chasin' Trail to discuss doping in trail running. More specifically, the doping controls at the Golden Trail World Series races, and how it impacts runners of her caliber when it comes to fairness and accessibility.With the recent doping scandal at Sierre- Zinal, which we covered on previous videos, it has come to our attention that this is truly becoming a problem in our sport. The increased amount of money has brought the cheaters out of the woodwork, and we will likely see more and more as the purses get bigger.So, what can be done about this? Tune in to find out what Teddy and Rachel think. We also discuss Wombats, Batman, and marsupials. It's a fun episode, but it is also slightly thought provoking... but only slightly, this is Teddy Tonelli, after all. You can follow Rachel on both:YouTube @rachrunsworldInstagram @rachrunsworld#trailrunnning #doping #wada #goldentrailworldseries

Chad Hall is an endurance athlete with a love the outdoors and pushing his physical and mental limits. As a life-long athlete from a family of athletes, Chad has an aerobic engine that is nearly unmatched. He is also a Mountain Lion at Heart. He also prefers Nutella to jelly on his PB&J sandwiches... but still likes jelly.He is racing the Mammoth Trailfest for like, the 4th year in a row, going for the Triple Crown once again, as he prepares for his first "true" Ultra in Kodiak 100k by UTMB.As a resident of Big Bear, California, we believe he is the odds on favorite to win the whole dang thing. But he will certain have competition, with the Forest Felon, Michelino Sunseri coming to town.We also talk about Chad looking REALLY big, I mean good, in tights. Oh yeah, he is also a running coach, and it's hard to find a much better one.You can find Chad at the following links:Instagram: @ChadofLifeCoaching: Run Free Coaching

Teddy and James are back together once again for a spectacular race preview of the OCC by UTMB. This weekend is essentially the Super Bowl of Trail Running, and we are focusing on OCC as we kick of this week in running. There are some fan-favorites we expect to be on the podium, but will we have anu surprises? Notably absents? Tune in to find!A big thank you to Jame for having us on, allowing Teddy to ramble about international runners that he know virtually nothing about. Except for the fact that the UTMB Start Line smells like a freakin' farm. Filthy animals. Especially the French. Will Jim Walmsley bring home a victory? Will Michelino Sunseri crap his pants? Find out on episode 23 with Teddy and James. You can follow James on Instagram UTMB Action can be found here: UTMB Live

Some are calling it the rivalry of the century, some are callingit downright stupid, but one thing is for sure; Teddy and Max are goingtoe-to-toe on September 26th. Max Jolliffe joined us on the show to discussCocodona, Herpes, and Mammoth 200… amongst other things. Coming off his most recent victory and Angeles Crest 100,where he put on a clinic, Max is coming on to explain his side of the story. Wenever thought Max would come on to confront Teddy, but give credit where creditis due: Max is a champion.So buckle up, or lace up, or whatever it is you do beforeyou listen to a podcast, and enjoy the fun banter between these two fiercecompetitors. You can find Max on Instagram @woah_max or on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@woah_maxAnd to quote Max, “We’ll see you in Mammoth.”

In this wild and wide-ranging episode of Chasin’ Trail,Teddy Tonelli sits down with trail running icon and thru-hiking Legend (his nickname) Jeff Garmire. We talk tigers (yes, literal and metaphorical), the Cult of Hardrock 100, and how High Lonesome might give it a run forthe money. We cover poop stories, trail hanky panky, and the grittyrealities of going after the self-supported Appalachian Trail SOBO record—an absolutely massive endeavor that Jeff will soon tackle.Jeff is the creator of the Free Outside YouTube andpodcast series, a fun-loving FKT crusher, author, and all-around Backcountry Goober with over 30,000+ trail miles under his belt. From hallucinating on the Long Trail (Jumanji, anyone?)to sprinting to the finish on the JMT with potential kidney issues, he’s been through it all—and lived to podcast about it.You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you might never trust a fartagain.📲 Follow Jeff Garmire/ Free OutsideWeb: https://www.freeoutside.comYouTube: Free OutsideInstagram: @thefreeoutsidePodcast: Free Outside Podcast

Russ Grant is a community first type of guy. Although youwill find him out racing, you’re sure to find him every Wednesday night takingpictures for the Northeast Trail Crew (links below). He recently just finished his first 100 miler, completingthe Back Cove Backyard Ultra, totaling 104 miles in 24 hours and 20 minutes.Lightening fast! He will soon be hosting the Hot Dog 40k, time to be determined, but it is probably gonna be a blast. Anything with hotdogs is a blast, really. We also discuss Teddy’s ambition of starting the Hot Dog100, a 100k made for hot dogs, by hot dogs. A bunch of aid stations, a hot dog required at each. Vegans still being discussed… Leaning towards maybe.We also discuss different uses of peanut butter. Is it good for chaffing? Find out!You can find Grant on Instagram at:@russjgrant@thenortheasttrailcrew

Meet Natasha Swartley: Trail Medic, Long Run Enthusiast, Navy Veteran and all-around cheerful soul. Raised in the Appalachian foothills of Pennsylvania, Tashs could be described as a country girl. The Hillbilly roots running deep, Tasha naturally found her way back to the mountains after her time serving her country.Natasha is here on the pod to talk about her recent experience at the Tahoe 200, along with working many a Destination Trail race as the medical lead. She has run multiple 100 milers, but the quest for 200 remains!She is determined to finish Tahoe 200, so she will be back in 2026 for round two. In the meantime, she will continue spending her time roving the west coast race sceneYou can find Natasha on Instagram at @wonderlostunicorn or at @thortrailmedicHer Etsy can be found at THIS link. That's where you can find the Foot Care To-Go packs. A true must-have in your vest or drop bag. You can also help out by supporting one of Natasha's favorite causes, The Two Wolves Foundation.

What happens when two Italians get on a podcast? Well, they talk about running up mountains, food and chasin' Latinas. Naturally. But Joe is coming off an impressive result at the Cirque Series, Killington race on 6/28. He entered his first trail race with little expectation, but finished only 30 minutes behind the great Dan Curts, while also finishing ahead of 3 Pros. Namely, James Lauriello, his brother-in-law. We also learn that Joe's Mom is a big fan of the show, which was somewhat uncomfortable for poor Joe. Either way, we needed to bring Joe to the masses, because he may just be coming to a screen near you, during a race... like a trail race. Joe is looking to move out West and continue his running journey, with an emphasis in the mountains. He is eyeing Colorado, but the entirety of the West has officially been put on notice... Joe is coming. You can find Joe on Instagram at @joepezzoEasy, right? Go give him a follow and keep up with his skyward trajectory! 🚀#trailrunning #running #joepezzo #cirqueseries #killington #chasingtrail

Here is the 2nd part to the 2 part episode with Max Mogren. As the Trial of the Century is nearing it's end, we discuss the possibilities of local Jacksonites just being a bunch of jealous a-holes. From a previous record holder using his platform to be a world class hater.Will Ryan Burke be the bad guy at the and of all this? Most likely, him and Kelly Halpin... both of which had something to lose when Michelino got the record. Nothing like some good old fashioned localism to protect the sacred Mountains.If the Natives can't have it, the privileged Whites cant have it, damnit NO ONE can have it!We also talk about how selling public land might be a good thing! Or do we? Find out on this episode of Chasing Trail!#trailrunning #freemichelino #michelinosunseri #maxmogren #trialofthecentury

Tim Tollefson joins us to discuss hair, donuts, and of course, the lightening round. But things definitely get interesting when Tim refuses to tell Teddy what kind of conditioner he uses. But will he reveal another hair secret?We also get to meet Nacho, Tim's dog, and he is very cute. There is also some talk about running, specifically his baby, Mammoth Trailfest. Going into year 4, this are going to be big, real big.And we also have a bit of breaking news on the show, tune in to find out. Does Tim secretly love croissants more than donuts??You can find Tim on instagram @timtollefsonTrailfest can be found at @mammothtrailfestIf you are looking for more information about Trailfest, visit:Trailfest#trailrunning #utmb #timtollefson #donuts

As the trial of the century comes to a close in United States vs. Sunseri, Max and Tedy discuss the recent media blitz and how some Jackson locals may be jealous of Michelino's accomplishment.The National Park Service came out and said, from Frank Lands himself, that NPS no longer supports prosecuting the case. But the esteemed Ariel Calmes didn't listen, ignored a Executive Order, and proceeded. Will it come back to haunt her?We also talk about the broader implications of over-criminalization in America, but specifically on Public Lands. The Federal Government spends 6.9 trilllion each year. Can you guess how much goes to the Public Lands and Conservation? Watch the episode to find out.This is part 1 of a 2 part episode with Max Mogren, with the second episode set to release in a few days. Join the discussion and let us know what you think if this case. Is the Federal Government wrong? Should Michelino be locked up for ever? We wanna know.Max Mogren (@maxmogren) • Instagram photos and videos#trailrunning #freemichelino #tetons #jacksonhole #mogfarts#chasintrail #unhinged