EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 1H 16M
Who Wins, Who Falls, and Who Knows: Cocodona 250 Preview Show Ft. Tara and Allison
from Free Outside · host Jeff Garmire
Cocodona 250 is here, and right after recording this, I’m heading out the door to go run it.So naturally, the best thing to do before a 250-mile race is sit down and try to predict everything that’s about to happen.In this episode of the Free Outside Podcast, I’m joined by Tara Dower and Allison Mercer to break down the Cocodona 250 field, storylines, and everything we think might happen… knowing full well that none of it will go according to plan.We talk about:Why the women’s field might be the most exciting part of the raceDark horses, favorites, and who could surprise everyoneHow 200+ mile races actually play out (hint: not how you think)Influencers vs contenders and why Cocodona is its own worldLive stream chaos, race coverage, and being way too exposed mid-raceFalling… a lot of fallingAnd why we do all of this in the first placeThis is part preview, part comedy, and part reminder that these races are supposed to be fun, even when they feel overwhelming.If you’re watching Cocodona this year, this will get you ready.If you’re running it… good luck.Support our Sponsors: Sawyer: https://sawyerdirect.net/Janji (code: Freeoutside): https://snp.link/a0bfb726CS Coffee: CSinstant.coffeeGarage Grown Gear: https://snp.link/db1ba8abSubscribe to Substack: http://freeoutside.substack.comSupport this content on patreon: HTTP://patreon.com/freeoutsideBuy my book "Free Outside" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/39LpoSFEmail me to buy a signed copy of my book, "Free Outside" at [email protected] the movie about setting the record on the Colorado Trail: https://tubitv.com/movies/100019916/free-outsideWebsite: www.Freeoutside.comInstagram: thefreeoutsidefacebook: www.facebook.com/freeoutside#Trailrunning #Runningnews #Outdoors #Outdooradventure
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Cocodona 250 is here, and right after recording this, I’m heading out the door to go run it.So naturally, the best thing to do before a 250-mile race is sit down and try to predict everything that’s about to happen.In this episode of the Free Outside Podcast, I’m joined by Tara Dower and Allison Mercer to break down the Cocodona 250 field, storylines, and everything we think might happen… knowing full well that none of it will go according to plan.We talk about:Why the women’s field might be the most exciting part of the raceDark horses, favorites, and who could surprise everyoneHow 200+ mile races actually play out (hint: not how you think)Influencers vs contenders and why Cocodona is its own worldLive stream chaos, race coverage, and being way too exposed mid-raceFalling… a lot of fallingAnd why we do all of this in the first placeThis is part preview, part comedy, and part reminder that these races are supposed to be fun, even when they feel overwhelming.If you’re watching Cocodona this year, this will get you ready.If you’re running it… good luck.Support our Sponsors: Sawyer: https://sawyerdirect.net/Janji (code: Freeoutside): https://snp.link/a0bfb726CS Coffee: CSinstant.coffeeGarage Grown Gear: https://snp.link/db1ba8abSubscribe to Substack: http://freeoutside.substack.comSupport this content on patreon: HTTP://patreon.com/freeoutsideBuy my book "Free Outside" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/39LpoSFEmail me to buy a signed copy of my book, "Free Outside" at [email protected] the movie about setting the record on the Colorado Trail: https://tubitv.com/movies/100019916/free-outsideWebsite: www.Freeoutside.comInstagram: thefreeoutsidefacebook: www.facebook.com/freeoutside#Trailrunning #Runningnews #Outdoors #Outdooradventure
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