Matt and Leigh Bowe: 2024 Bones To Blue Bikepacking Race Division Winners #21

✨ ⁠Support the Podcast⁠ ✨Today’s guests both just completed the 2024 Bones to Blue bikepacking race that started in Truckee California and made a big lap around Lake Tahoe. The course is 250 miles with 31,000 feet of elevation gain and it’s in a historic and beautiful part of the Sierra Nevadas. They’re both fast bikepackers and finished 1st place in their respective classes.----------------https://www.instagram.com/elbowrides/Leigh’s Coach: https://www.instagram.com/elizasampey/http://leighbowe.com----------------This episode is brought to you by:Squirrel's Nut Butter - https://squirrelsnutbutter.com/discount/ENDURANCE15 Use code "Endurance15" for 15% off!Embark Good Energy - https://www.embarkmaple.com Use code “EMBARK20” for 20% off!----------------https://www.instagram.com/theendurancestudio/Interested in sponsoring or advertising on the podcast? Contact me at: [email protected](00:00:00) - Podcast Introduction and Sponsor Messages(00:03:05) - Introduction of Guests and Race Overview(00:04:47) - Race Course, Location, and Early Experiences(00:08:25) - Riding with Paul Conley and Early Race Dynamics(00:10:03) - Single Speed Racing: Experiences, Pros, and Cons(00:18:54) - Back to Bones to Blue Race, Strategy, and Sleep(00:21:07) - Race Day Challenges, Nutrition, and Recovery(00:24:12) - Mechanical Issues, Navigation, and Route Advice(00:28:31) - Race Regrets, Learning, and Preparation(00:31:50) - Race Field, Competitors, and Equipment Choices(00:34:41) - Training Volume, Lifestyle Balance, and Backgrounds(00:36:11) - Physiology, Rest, and Sleep in Endurance Racing(00:41:09) - Decision Making, Fatigue, and Isolation in Racing(00:47:53) - Arizona Trail Race and Rider Density(00:49:45) - Colorado Trail: Bike Shops, Route Options, and Bypass(00:52:07) - Getting Into Biking, Military Background, and Life in Colorado(00:54:36) - Current Work, Race Results, and Equipment Choices(00:57:59) - Race Course Technicality and Coaching Approach(01:03:28) - Mental and Emotional Aspects of Racing(01:07:23) - Race Strategy, Competitiveness, and Ego Management(01:13:04) - Psychological Games, Stress, and Post-Race Recovery(01:21:03) - Persistence, Rules, and Ethics in Ultra Endurance Racing(01:28:39) - Mixed Discipline Athletes, Ebike Debates, and Trail Conflicts(01:44:51) - Personal Philosophy on Biking, Economy, and Recreation(01:49:49) - Side by Sides, Off-Road Vehicle Evolution, and Trail Safety(01:55:48) - Winter Sports, Year-Round Riding, and Local Trails(02:02:18) - Adventure, Training Stories, and Race Gear Lessons(02:13:34) - Minimalism, Preparedness, and Wildlife Encounters(02:16:40) - Rapid Fire Questions: Food, Crashes, and Inspiration(02:52:11) - Rapid Fire Questions: Advice for New Athletes(02:58:13) - Podcast Closing and Support Information----------------#endurance #bikepacking