Buckle Up | Tom Evans' Trail Running Journey To WSER | adidas TERREX

Tom Evans, ultrarunner and former British Army Captain, raised eyebrows within the trail running community on his Western States Endurance Race debut in 2019 - finishing third with a record-breaking time for an overseas athlete. Despite this, Tom believed there were lessons to be learned from his trail running experience, ones which could create a whole new approach and may even pave the way to WSER glory in 2023.​
The beating heart of America’s ultra-running calendar, WSER’s 100 miles of undulating high-altitude terrain has become the litmus test for identifying the great from the good of ultra running.​
Sierra Nevada’s contrasting weather always plays a part, though, with snow-capped peaks giving way to sun-scorched earth and oppressive humidity which turns the air thick.​
Anticipation was high on the day, fans and fellow athletes more than aware of the intense effort and refined training programme Tom had implemented in order to pursue the podium’s top step. Compared to 2019’s race, this was one where Tom’s concentration needed to be centred more upon avoiding defeat, with a growing sense it was his to lose.​
But come the start line of WSER, there was only one question - would it all have been worth it?​
00:00 Intro​
02:22 Trail running season
03:49 TERREX teammates
05:30 Black Canyon podium
07:20 More than Tom
09:27 Change of plan
10:30 WSER Raceday​
21:27 Crossing the line
23:24 Outro
Production: @pfefferminzmich ​
Director: @riffräff ​
DP: @yannickzeller​
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[@ultimatewarrior1612]

Love how he bangs one up as he crosses the line. All serving/ex-military can appreciate the meaning behind that... keep doing your thing Tom Evans, keep rigid and keep banging them up.

[@bryanador]

19:04 Still asking how are teammates going and wishing a good day to people helping. What a resilient, honourable and classy athlete ! Inspiring

[@BillyYang]

What a run Tom Evans, congrats on one of the best, well-executed performances in WSER history!

[@jacktunney94]

Wasn’t even considered by some when I asked about frontrunners out there. Nailed it!

[@punisher87100]

"Don't tell me what's impossible"... Love it! Congrats Tom!

[@barrymckeown5783]

first time i heard of tom was watching his first western states video when he came 3rd was hoping he would win this time and so happy for him he did great attitude great athlete and cant wait to see what is next brilliant Tom again from an irish fan!

[@TheRunningBear]

That phrase at the end 🔥🔥🔥 I knew that Tom had this race, he was looking such in good shape and confident. Congrats, champ!

[@illlli9114]

The closing statement is the ethos to live by - well done sir

[@KTravRuNEr]

He is so classy and humble. Totally in love w this human being

[@jeremyneedham413]

Respect, saw him at Snowdonia this year and he was on fire - Great role model for the UK ultra scene, got involved in the kids events, always humble and hope he runs / wins UTMB this year.

[@adidasTERREX]

We better start a fan club!

[@benbooth598]

Phenomenal run from Tom. Executed the game plan and trusted his preparation. Well worth staying up to the early hours in the UK to see him salute the finish line before breaking the tape.

[@adidasTERREX]

Worth the late night 🌔

[@r-pupz7032]

Staying up to watch Tom cross that finish line was incredible. Such a thrilling thing to follow and be part of! Massive congratulations to Tom, I'm in awe of his drive and his relentless pursuit of excellence. His support team were amazing too 👏🫡

[@adidasTERREX]

Huge congrats to the entire team 🥇

[@mary.marshall]

Such a gentleman all the way through the entire race. And just that persistent and discipline 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 absolute execution. Loved this! Go Tom!

[@adidasTERREX]

👊 Go Tom!

[@NIBricks]

I’m so pleased for Tom and his crew, he trusted the process and it delivered. I’ve been following Tom for a few years he’s constantly improving. Looking forward to UTMB

[@donnybeal2135]

Congratulations Tom I was rooting for you all day!

[@frawees89_]

Such a humble personality. Congrats Tom!

[@emilyhawgood8893]

Whoooop whooop! Heck yeah Tom! 🙌🔥⛰️💪

[@adidasTERREX]

LOUDER 📣 📣

[@TheRBM1]

We knew you could do it Tom! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@Neeyo28]

What a power house of a man you are Tom, a big salute 😃

[@adidasTERREX]

🫡

[@JavierISampedroTNF]

What a way to execute and paying attention to the details. I have been following his progress since getting back from his injury and in the way to recovery to smash this race. Congrats Tom and all the team behind!

[@adidasTERREX]

🔎 Nothing slips past Tom

[@adambothwell1021]

What an absolute masterclass. Bravo Tom Evans 🙏🏻 Those final words here gave me goosebumps. If anyone can get it done there’s no doubt it’s you!

[@pablovillacxm]

Let's go!

[@rachelshirley8403]

Such a great race Tom and Crew! No stone left unturned! And yes, absolutely remarkable to watch. UTMB - 100% POSSIBLE!

[@chayasadler8771]

Congratulations Tom. What a race... and your training shows how dedicated you are... you are an inspiration

[@adidasTERREX]

🌟

[@matthewvanleeuwen9086]

Tom’s performance was absolutely amazing! I hope his recovery is going good because I definitely want to watch him crush UTMB!

[@adidasTERREX]

👀

[@jakesreilly]

amazing vid. and that crowd control after crossing the finish line haha sensational

[@sintijaholavko-xr3kf]

The best guy ever 🫡

[@starz8900]

Love those last few words there

[@adidasTERREX]

💪

[@DanRuns]

What a run!

[@wanderer6688]

Just amazing planning, training and execution. What a great guy.

[@adidasTERREX]

Ticking all the boxes ✅

[@SeeChadRun]

What a great film! Great job Tom! You're an amazing athlete and role model.

[@sportsclub3007]

What a powerful achievement! Super inspiring to watch. Great camerawork and very fun to follow the whole process. Thx TERREX! Keep it up!

[@irunoffroad]

What a journey, what a win #teamwork

[@creativechimp03]

What a brilliant video. Congrats Tom! Watching here from the UK on the turbo trainer, feeling very lazy in comparison to your efforts!😂

[@smalljeshurun]

Amazing video!

[@melaniealtenkirch5165]

This is awesome I hope it gets more engagement

[@ianwarner1429]

Do the double! Inspire!

[@markusmillfahrt7780]

Great race, congratulations 🙂

[@bastianjung3924]

Can't wait! 🎥

[@adidasTERREX]

You can say that again…

[@runningcoach1989]

amazing so tough, so inspiring, very well done !

[@bastianjung3924]

That premiere was nuts 🔥🔥🔥

[@adidasTERREX]

Action! 🎬

[@StreamCrossingRunner]

Well done!

[@darylhughes7824]

This is absolutely amazing! the best one yet.

[@adidasTERREX]

Thanks 🙏

[@JohnBirtchetSharpe]

what a wonderful video , thank you

[@georgemurray3177]

Would love to see him at utmb start line

[@lucybartholomewruns]

So good! Class act. 🎉

[@zaconeilultra4314]

"Don't tell me what's impossible or not"

[@getoutmore]

Inspiring guy

[@user-if2hg1xw7f]

Very excited!

[@adidasTERREX]

Mood right now 👆

[@gavsta18]

This will be unreal

[@adidasTERREX]

This will be really unreal

[@MrBrownie77]

Masterclass is a word you hear a lot but in this case those people are right. What an execution of race strategy. Great build up too. I love the idea of getting more familiar with the the US scene to ensure being comfortable on the start line. To see a few more friendly faces. These are the things at this level that can make such a difference. Congratulation, Tom. Can’t wait to see where you go next. Great footage from the adidas team.

[@adidasTERREX]

🧠 Mastermind

[@Active4life_run]

What shoe is he wearing? Is it available to purchase?

[@paulmulks]

Does us Brits proud! 👌

[@rileypetty7175]

🤩🤩⚡️

[@dyezem2245]

Another classy performance from Tom. Think this on top of his other great results puts Tom in that small group of elite ultra runners. Taking the sport to a new level of professionalism ??

[@adidasTERREX]

Writing his own story ✍️

[@bernhardneumueller]

which shoe did he wear for the race? prototypes? don't recognize them

[@TheAutumnMonk]

@Martin i also came to a point where i questioned if i wanted to live or not. Im glad youre alive. If youre ever in India,id love to be your co cyclist and maybe we can co author a book about depression and light together

[@surfbum188]

Where’d you get you wide brimmed white hat you used during the race? I have a hot race next weekend and would love one like that. The ones out there are too floppy! Cheers on an amazing race!

[@Dinckelburg]

It was a Red Bull bucket hat, according to the interwebs it has been "discontinued" but with Tom's mega win they'll probably re-release it, as Hoka did with Jim's hat.

[@JeffreyOchoa8]

He put the holes in it himself with a hole punch. He shows it on one of the videos leading up to Western States on his own channel

[@tubesockets120v]

Is the ferry across the river recently new? Is this the river the runners used to ford with a safety guy line?

[@HipHopRepair]

Yes! This year the water levels were higher and therefore too dangerous

[@gothicgorey]

What running vest are they using ? Looks different to the options on the site

[@benboese5491]

Can you go over the kit you used for western?

[@DanRuns]

I think he shared some info in his vlogs on his own channel

[@runningscents2532]

So what are the shoes?????????

[@cpruns4501]

I would LOVE to see Tom Evens win UTMB this year.....well actually that's a lie as I really want to see Jim take it down but how about this. Walmsley takes the win, Tom 2nd and Zack Miller takes 3rd. There we go, you heard it here first:)

[@yahyaritab]

😊😊

[@mindcoloredhands]

LFG

[@DaveF8]

It's not the shoe that makes the runner, Tom's on another level, he could have won this race wearing banana skins on his feet.

[@runfreeultra]

🫡

[@Dinckelburg]

The embodiment of a stiff upper lip