Conquering LEADVILLE 100 MTB // The Rich Froning Podcast 013

[@MichaelJennings-l5w]

Rich, glad you enjoyed the race. I have done Leadville 3 times. I did the race in 95-96 and again in 2010 at 50 years old. My fastest time was in 2010. I never broke 9hr but i did collect 3 buckles. Keep riding and you will beat your time....

[@scooterh8590]

The stoke in Rich’s voice when he’s talking about ripping down the trail is killer. That’s why mountain biking is so awesome….it basically turns you into a kid again. Thanks for recognizing us single speeders!! 🤘🤘🤘

[@andrewtuthill4497]

Having done Leadville in '13 and '15, this was really fun to listen to and brought back some great memories, thank you. Such a special race and I loved your descriptive recap. You nailed the great Colorado people, doing the race makes you feel like the whole state comes out to cheer you on....the BEST!!

[@justregest]

Are you guys releasing a video documenting the race?

[@faithfulskeptic936]

These episodes are so much fun! I especially like Rich's genuine spirituality (if I may be so bold). His joy and humility, his sense of partnership. His peeps along side. Just great to see on youtube.

[@kacey0125]

I feel your pain about getting passed by the leader! I still remember almost being to the Twin Lakes aid station when Lance Armstrong came flying past on his way back! Ridiculous speed by those pros!!

[@greghayes6477]

An e book would be awesome. This is great information, thanks so much Rich!

[@AileenBaker]

As a MTB-er and CrossFit fan, it's really cool to see the crossover. Mad props Rich!

[@TheChris403]

I could listen to you guys tell stories all day.

[@juicedgames8302]

Rich’s impression of everyone in Colorado leads me to believe it’s a bunch of Mark Wahlberg impersonators at Leadville.

[@jonathanlane7370]

Always love hearing about Rich's adventures. The worst part about any race is walking to the car afterwards. I did a half marathon Spartan race for fun and the car was like 2 miles away. I thought I was going to pass out on the way there hahaha

[@leshlycook5068]

I’m so pumped for Rich… I hear how anxious he was and to get sub 9.. just proves how inspiring he is…congrats! I like hearing from Scott - his insights are so on point, he has the best POV..

[@golfstud88]

So impressive! The Lance Leadville documentary is awesome. Really gives you some perspective of what the terrain is like.

[@Gaiartemis]

Very Impressive Rich! Putting yourself out there, doing something scary and challenging. And you killed it!! Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelkowalski5760]

Congrat Rich for not only finishing, but under 9 hours. Would love to see you get 10 belt buckles!

[@johndonjoian]

I’ve always said the same thing about humidity and altitude. After annual trips from St Louis to the Rockies for mountain biking, I’ve experienced this. Also, great to hear Rich is riding singlespeed!,

[@taylorrollins5576]

Breck Epic, BC Bike Race, Singletrack 6, Cape Epic, Downieville Classic, Unbound Gravel Race, Moab Rocks

[@Hopperstien]

I am so glad that you did well Rich! GOAT! Story has been great so far, and can't wait for the Mayhem Recap video come out. Being someone that enjoys MTN biking, I would love to make this event one day. Biggest problem for me is living in Florida, no altitude and flat.

[@DavidBush-w9q]

You should look in to the Leadman challenge… combo of the Leadville runs and rides.

[@JB11334]

Rich you are so excited about the race- cool to see. You’re beaming 😁 sounds fun!

[@kariweems5164]

👏👏👏 Way to go Rich!! Loved hearing all about it!! You are great motivation to get out and try something new and challenging! Thank you!

[@ryguy164007]

Hey Rich did you get to meet Roxanne Hall? She is a local and the 1st women to do Leadville 20 times. Great re-cap guys!

[@airporteffect]

18:00, that was Keegan Swenson who crushed the all-time record.

[@solidstream13]

Congratulations🎉 You crushed Leadville.

[@IamAttie]

I once did a very hilly race as well and at time I don’t know what hurt more… walking or riding the hills

[@brooksbagley5193]

Rich, check out Dylan Johnson. He lives in western NC and is a very good mountain/gravel racer. Very informative KZbin channel as well

[@charlielord4211]

High Five 100 Miler. 5 Colorado 14ers in ~100 miles, no GPS, no course. You have to land nav to 13 checkpoints in the designated time. 5 of those checkpoints being 14er summits around Lake City, CO.

[@chrisflores9030]

Like always awesome episode!

[@treadgrrl]

You should do the Breckenridge Epic next time.

[@ashleyslayton9238]

Rory, did you ride the Cheaha Challenge in Alabama? That's right in my backyard. Congrats, Rich! This was a fun watch.

[@coleventeicher1340]

@angelo, talk to Rich about animal-based lifestyle. Try that out for a while and maybe it'll help with his Leadville ride next year.

[@scottwall9317]

Great job Rich, now its time for a full distance Ironman race.

[@dtwinam]

The 1000 mile buckle is 10 Sub 12 finishes. I did mine consecutively, but it's not required.

[@pipermike2210]

Would be cool to see a video on preparing / training for Riches Elk hunt.

[@CFProjectMayhem]

Coming soon!

[@ChrisLandry-t5w]

Rich come to Massachusetts and ride with my boys! NewEngland tech at its best!

[@IamAttie]

Rich…. Get Specialized to get you a slot on the Abba Cape Epic in Cape Town, South Africa. It is a two man team race over 8 days. You will have ride a little bit more in prep.

[@TysonBowman]

Would love to know which King David books Rich mentioned also if the shirt will be sold again

[@charlielord4211]

I missed the King David reference in this one, but if it is the same ones from past podcasts, they’re the Day of War novels by Cliff Graham. Book 1 and 2 are on Audible along with the one about Caleb. Those are amazing books! Good luck getting a hold of the 3rd book. Cheapest I have seen it is $295 reselling on Amazon. I was also curious about the shirts… I browsed Mayhem Nation looking for them, but no luck.

[@TysonBowman]

@@charlielord4211 uff your right. cheapest is $95 right now. So weird why they don’t just publish more

[@TysonBowman]

@@charlielord4211 uff your right. cheapest is $95 right now. So weird why they don’t just publish more

[@beastcakes]

Ask Rory if he is ready for Barton in Chattagnooga!

[@HarleyMom223]

Great job Rich!!

[@PNW_Charles]

Go to Scotland and lift the Dinnie Stones. 🤙

[@danielsnowboards]

Ok, I’ll do it

[@rich9128]

That guy is Keegan Swenson who won 🥇 also his girlfriend Sofia Villafane got first place she finished in 7 hours and 9 min 🥇 they are crazy good.

[@Moneyheis]

Rich, I would love to be on a team with you one year and complete this!

[@GKMac]

Maybe split the media team into two and each team gets one half of the course to cover. Or maybe place people at different spots throughout the course. Just some thoughts.

[@nursannie]

can't wait for the video!

[@JoshuaCherwinski]

What did strava say about your finish vs others in your weight class?

[@teamtntstriperfishing5334]

TREK SUPERCAL 9.9 xtr gen2 bike of choice lightweight and don’t have to worry bout to charge the axs battery.

[@ChristopherMalick]

Marathon, triathlon, ironman would be cool to see

[@MTBtrancex3]

I want to do it next year. Mayhem mission make it happen

[@summerw5773]

God Rich you look so Slim!!!! 😂

[@coleventeicher1340]

@rich I'll take you up on the race next year. Just need your expertise on programming.

[@kendalberry-tripp492]

What is the name of audiobook Rich listens to about American Presidents?

[@Codietall1]

Drop the Shirt on the store Rich!

[@justrione]

Congratulations

[@AverageJoao]

I loved this

[@Once-a-fatman-nownormal]

Chapeau to under 9. How about a bit of gravel doing unbound.

[@noonie.brown27]

Rich should do an Ironman

[@nicktatum3008]

Leadville 100 Run next!

[@babettecervantes3064]

Next up- Ironman!

[@karsonroberts1]

I’ll do 10 with you. I have gotten 1 down with the time of 8:52 with two months notice.

[@liviastone7198]

So... Unbound Gravel next?

[@ironcowboy]

unbound gravel 200. next goal?

[@bpeter7492]

UnPAved next on 10/8

[@chelsearoberts3044]

You need to come do the Marji Gesick 100. Very hard to break 12 hours and hard to buckle.

[@austinmayer8647]

Link to the president bios please!!!

[@CorbinBowman02]

Lesss goooo

[@passleycraig]

👋

[@dacrix04]

I see you are bitten by the biking bug and we're all just waiting for you to accept your retirement plans as a cyclist. I'd say it's just a different flavor of suffering than crossfit.

[@erica9563]

Congratulations