Show Notes
Ep. 98 Jamie Stephenson
We're delighted to welcome Jamie back to the podcast.
Well known throughout the Cornish trail running community, Jamie has returned to his home county after a couple of years enjoying the mountain trails of Portugal and after smashing his previous outing on the old Arc 50 and setting many records on the race scene he's now taking on his first 100 miler in the shape of... the Arc of Attrition by UTMB.
As the current champion of the Arc, for a few days more at least, Lewis has a unique perspective to what it takes to top the podium on the new format being the first to win the mens race since the it joined the UTMB World Series in 2025.
We chat about the upcoming race and cover tactics, course changes, and of course kit.
With less than a week to go, the start line looms large now and we find out what goes through the minds of those standing behind the tape at the front of the pack.
Thanks again to all of you for listening. If you have a moment please, like, subscribe and if you have a few seconds more, perhaps write a short review. It's all a great help to us in growing the audience and is very much appreciated!
Jay and Lewis
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