Hardrock 100 Recap

[@MelissaJohnsonlovetorun]

Just an awesome story of grit and love. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing about your journey. I laughed and cried in this one, it’s perfect! The Hardrock Spirit is the epitome of our beloved sport. “Chapman AS” - what a class act!

[@Freetrail]

Thank you!

[@tatayki]

"Shut up! Go back to sleep!". What a touching and powerful story of tough love. Thank you Dylan for sharing!

[@timbrickell]

Oh wow. I'm having a tough day and you folks were sent by the universe to help me out! Freetrail has been an immense support for me over the last year. Can't thank you all enough. Hope to shake your hand / give you a hug in Chamonix perhaps soon. All my love to you

[@Freetrail]

See you in Chamonix!!

[@gillianomar3406]

An absolutely brilliant podcast. Dylan was so honest, inspiring, courageous, and humble. I cried with sadness during the low moments and cried with joy at how he overcame them to finish the almighty task. A huge gratitude to Bill for his words of wisdom. This old sage knows best. Dylan congratulations to you and well done to your brother for such thoughtful questions and words.

[@ericnicolaysen]

One of the best trail running podcasts of the year. Honest, vulnerable, beautiful.

[@Freetrail]

Thank you!!

[@TheWarriorSage1357]

The course literally goes right in front of my house here in Ouray. I went outside to cheer Dylan on and it was entirely evident that he was having a seriously rough time. His face said everything. This gives some context…. Thanks for being open and candid about your experience.

[@Freetrail]

Thanks for listening!!

[@KevleVid]

I think that probably was the biggest and best podcast question of all time! This was a great conversation and I took a lot from it. Thank you for being vulnerable and open. Congratulations on your epic finish; for what it's worth - and as a mid/back of the pack ultra runner - I respect this finish the most

[@sumnerjones8588]

Hats off to you Dylan - you're both a tremendous athlete and continue to elevate the sport. You're a huge inspiration.

[@Freetrail]

Thank you!!

As a passionate of our sport getting emotional listening to your words about your hardest racing experience. This year I quit at my first 100 mile attempt and I kind of better understand what it can take to make it to the finish line. Thanks for sharing and congrats to your brother who did such a great job hosting you. Poetic, mindful & kindful way of drawing the picture of this immense accomplishment of yours! Wish you all the best for your current mountain climb. Keep inspiring us and impacting our sport as you do! Cheers from 🇫🇷

[@Freetrail]

🙏

[@ChazWright]

This was FANTASTIC! Everyone could benefit from this listening to/watching this conversation whether they are into ultra/running or not. I’ve enjoyed following your career and watched all the Western States and Hardrock coverage. Great job commentating and running! All the best to you and your love ones! Also Jason did an amazing job hosting and adding so much to this wonderful conversation.

[@Freetrail]

Thanks Chaz!

[@BenMonroe-b5x]

Pure Hardrock! The finish with family was the most beautiful and emotional finishes I've seen in sports.

[@uloutdoors]

Dude...thank you.

[@Freetrail]

Thanks you too. ☺

[@ericperramond3463]

Great job pushing that Hardrock uphill, Dylyphus! This was a great conversation, one of the best and most honest discussions of what it takes, and what it gives, to finish HR. So fun to watch you finish live during the coverage... keep on keepin' on... 💯💪🍻

[@Freetrail]

Thanks so much, Eric!

[@carlruns]

Thank you for this honest conversation. Huge inspiration. The Camus connection really blew my mind.

[@Freetrail]

Thank you for listening!

[@GH-sf3di]

What an amazing episode!!! 😢 Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your hard rock story... I had 'sweaty eyes' on more than one occasion! ⛰️🏃‍♂️❤

[@Freetrail]

Thanks for listening!!

[@mikegallagher2732]

YO Dylan !!!! I Just wanted to Congradulate you on your finish . HOLY SHIT what a Race you had !!! YOU ARE AWESOME SIR.😄🤘 MUCH love from a HUGE fan ...

[@lcadieux1]

I am not an ultra runner, but love long backpacking journeys, and doing hard things in the wilderness. So I find ultra running fascinating from a distance because it is a metaphor for life. Pushing mental and physical boundaries builds grit, and perseverance which preps you for the inevitable hardships in life. Jason was a treat. Loved learning about the myth of Sisyphus. Never in a million was that in my post-hardrock media bingo card. Thank you!

[@AlasdairBayne]

Dylan you are a true hero. Without a doubt the best podcast I have ever listened to. SHUT UP. GO BACK TO SLEEP.

[@Freetrail]

Thank you so much. 🙏❤️

[@pedropinto3047]

Great podcast, its like Rocky says is not about how hard you fall is about statding and kept moving forward

[@JL_Endurance_Running]

Your a legend Dylan, so good to watch you stick out the run even if it wasn't the same as 21, this one was far more impressive under the circumstances.

[@pathalderman7051]

This has to be the best interview I have listened to. There is so much to think about. Excellent!

[@ultradanielcronfalk]

You are a huge inspiration to all Dylan! Thanks for sharing your feelings and emotions through the struggle of racing hard rock this year. I will follow along your future journey for sure!

[@prayforstoke]

Bill is the man, spent all week hanging with him. He loves this race as much if not more than anyone I have talked to. He made super detailed break downs of eta's for his friends at every aid station, fingers crossed he gets his qualifier this year as he fights cutoffs at most he qualifiers and has not ran the race yet. People like him are why I will do everything I can to never miss a hardrock. Also, we can always use help at Cunningham on the even years Dylan!

[@billinco7831]

Thanks - great hanging with you in Silverton all week - good luck with your running goals and see you in Silverton next year!

[@Freetrail]

Sounds like Bill might need crew when he gets in… 🤔

[@mariflores223]

I’m so proud of you, Dylan! I love these race recaps you do with your brother! I have learned so much from them!

[@Freetrail]

Thanks Mari!!

[@DouglasJerome]

Thanks for sharing your story. Your authenticity and deep love of the sport make you an easy guy to root for. I hope as you become more removed from the trauma and the emotional and physical slog of the event, you’ll feel more of your bro’s perspective that this was your best race. To finish (in 9th!) through such misery is really incredible, and is a sign not of your ‘decline’ but of your potential

[@Freetrail]

Appreciate that Douglas!!

[@Gator35]

Thank you so much for this interview. I am now an emotional mess, but in such a beautiful way. I'm a long way from my first ultra, but this is why I keep putting in the work each day, because the community will help me get there.

[@neilcornelius7605]

A brilliant podcast, I am going to take so much from this as I tackle my next mountain, thank you!

[@Freetrail]

The next mountain!! 🔥

[@emilioanaya715]

Before I ever signed up for an ultra, Dylan has been a massive part of my growth in this sport. Dylan has inspired me time and time again to keep the struggle going and the ultra-world owes a mountain of gratitude to him and everything he's done for us. Once again, you've proven why you're one of the world best.

[@coolhatadventures8111]

Dylan, God bless you for continuing on after Chapmen, I remember being in a spot at the Whiskey Row 60 K ultra where I sat down on a rock and contemplated dropping at the nearby aid station. A wonderful fellow runner came up to me and She said, “ you look good and we’ve got this right.” This encounter with her saved my run and I had a wonderful finish.

[@Freetrail]

Thank you Emilio!!

[@haraldk.2551]

so wonderful. the account of a spiritual awakening could not be more touching. so thank you so much for sharing.

[@helkeseitz4704]

Oh my god, this was so touching and emotional. Thank you both for sharing this personal family story. Interviews mostly remain on a superficial level and people rarely share deep emotions, tears, feelings, struggles - so thank you.

[@Freetrail]

🙏🙏🙏

[@arunsarkar5085]

Absolutely loved listening to you guys...so raw and genuine!..We love you DBo

[@Freetrail]

❤❤❤

[@stevenhoffe6252]

With all the pain and struggles through the race, you were there and you finished and that is a win in my book.Dylan you are a champion 😊

[@davidaldridge5716]

This was the post race interview I was waiting for ….something about him suffering and seeming so bewildered at the finish made me want more insight Grinding while uncomfortable kinda inspires me more than perfect performances

[@Freetrail]

😁

[@StevenWhite-pr6hv]

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[@jwitco5134]

What a great Listen Guys! I was a first time volunteer at Hardrock this year, at Animas fork aid station. Saw you come through there. Certainly could'nt tell you were struggling.yet. Those fucking climbs are so soul crushing, what an immense undertaking! I too saw our aid station captain and volunteers coaxing each runner to continue, really something to see.They come in with that 1000 yard stare, convinced they are done. To see them rest, hydrate and continue up that shit is quite moving.Way to tough it out Dylan! One of the best podcasts I've listened too! Thanks for sharing

[@Freetrail]

❤

[@dancaz]

This was such a fantastic episode. Thank you to both of you

[@coolhatadventures8111]

Dylan, congratulations on another finish, you found some amazing spirit to get through it. This is what ultra running is all about. I have run 73 ultras myself and can share in your experience of it being an unusually hot day. My wife and I were in Ouray and I went out for a run on the course up to Grizzly Mine from the Ouray aid station. I remember thinking, wow, I’ve had to soak my hat in bear creek twice and our dog had to lay under a couple of trees and cool of in bear creek. It was very warm and beautiful at the same time. Once again, congratulations.

[@Freetrail]

Thank you!

[@kathyheidi2542]

Thanks both for all the inspiration!!!

[@rizzomatt]

Wow, Mr. Bowman such transparency and brutal honesty. Amazing recap. I saw you on the feed kiss the rock with your son.

[@Freetrail]

Thanks for listening! 🙏❤️

[@betrash4961]

This might be the best thing I have listened in years. Holy. The depth, the ideas discussed, the insane existential crisis it triggered, perfect. Cheers from France guys.

[@Freetrail]

❤🇫🇷

[@obsidiantain]

Listed on Apple, but wanted to swing by to comment - so open and human, mega appreciated. Thank you Bowman bros and Freetrail!

[@Freetrail]

Thank you Derek!

[@markkowalik4672]

Nice work Dylan! Inspiring story and way to push it for yourself and your family!

[@juliesteele6437]

"There's something about just going huge in all aspects - it's fun, addictive and absurd" - the best explanation of why we run 100 miles ever :). Loved the brutally honest conversation, and the connection you both have as brothers.

[@vnpunt]

Dylan, your running endeavors and the work you do around Freetrail is inspiring for this ultrarunner from the flattest country on earth, the Netherlands. You motivate me to combine training hard for difficult races and one day starting a podcast like yours, raising awareness to protecting our beautiful trails around the world. Thank you!

[@Freetrail]

🙏🙏🙏

[@stevemartin8994]

Great conversation guys!

[@Freetrail]

Thanks for listening!!

[@christopherorman5769]

A few comments. I loved this episode because we saw and learned so much about DBo and ultras in general. I run because the problems i work through running are more visceral and are not the usual issues i face at work or at home. Watching DBo's emotions and discuss his moments connecting with the ultra community is why most of us probably do this. Lastly, i want to thank DBo for everything he has done for this community. I plan on getting some GS Tams because of this and then will look to try to give back in other ways.

[@Freetrail]

Thank you!!

[@matthewvanleeuwen9086]

Absolutely amazing episode!

[@Freetrail]

Thanks Matthew!!

[@zakfairchild2356]

2 legends. Prolific content.

[@dansouth2088]

This is just amazing. Was following the "run" and could tell the SHTF for DBO. Then saw the finish line video on Sunday and got a glimpse of the immense effort it took to finish. I've never raced well and have struggled and fought and suffered, but nowhere near this level. Thank you for your inspiration and for all that you do for our sport.

[@Freetrail]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheSpiritiliberi]

Congratulations from Italy Dylan! Both fom Hardrock and for your amazing podcast! ❤

[@Freetrail]

Thanks!

[@lasted_leather]

Tears listening to someone yell “shut up and go to sleep”. Tears

[@Freetrail]

Lol, pretty absurd but also very moving. ❤

[@Dinckelburg]

If Bill needs crew i will fly to the States to do it for him

[@billinco7831]

Careful . . .

[@pasadenaphil8804]

What a GREAT interview! Thanks for doing this. Is Jason a philosophy professor? Not your typical sports interview. Inspirational is an understatement.

[@Freetrail]

Thank you!

[@billys100aolcom]

this is the best description of the "why we do it". we must do it or, in the words of Camus, we must revolt, or we will fail to live. thank you and well done Dylan.......billy simpson

[@richc-b3694]

Awesome pod thanks guys

[@Freetrail]

❤❤❤

[@reimon9781]

Dylan standing up from the chair while in Ouray will be burned into my consciousness for the rest of time. The one second decision to not quit and keep going is so inspiring. I’ve been road running for a couple of years and I’ve made the decision to include trail running this time round!

[@Freetrail]

🙏🙏🙏

[@macmcintosh9863]

Such a great convo. Proud of you DBo!

[@Freetrail]

Thank you! ❤

[@andydeal]

Shut up, go back to sleep! I love it! Lets put that on a hoddie. Love you bro! Thanks for sharing and EVERYTHING you do for The Community! You have no idea how inspiring you are to me and many others. Keep doing you.

[@Freetrail]

lol def going on a t shirt or hoodie

[@pauladams1659]

You looked right into my eyes at Ouray AS and I could see the devil. Thank you for pushing through and inspiring us all. Knew this recap would be good, but this was amazing. You have a wonderful family. Yay Chapman AS!!

[@Freetrail]

Lol, the devil was in there

[@laurabellman7682]

You made me cry too

[@Freetrail]

Sorry…? 😉

[@cpruns4501]

This was a great episode however my allergies kept acting up during it so I may have to watch it again. I have this theory on why we ultra run....it's because deep down we enjoy being humbled. If you look at the greater scope of ultra runners they tend to be fairly successful people. One thing is 100% certain about ultra running and it's that you will be humbled at some point. Even if you win a race or beat your goal etc. during that race you got your ass handed to you. There seem to be no cocky people in trail running and that's for a reason. I'm a very confident person but those mountains tear me a new one......and I kind of love it:)

[@jocelynbriggs]

omg listening to this describes my day EXACTLY minus the competitive parts because im not elite, just a normie. the oscars part is exactly how i felt but a whole day later, so i timed out at chapman. congrats on finishing and thank you so much for sharing, somehow its comforting to know that my experience was not mine alone

[@billinco7831]

@jocelynbriggs We were very happy you made it to Chapman even though it was after the cut-off. EVERY runner commented on how brutal that section was from Telluride. They were all shocked at how long it took. You were definitely not alone and we would have come up to Oscar's to get you if necessary.

[@Freetrail]

Go Jocelyn!!

[@katis999]

You guys talk so similarly, .....congrats Dylan for the great race!

[@Freetrail]

😁

[@Runnerrwe]

Great recap. You have a awesome family. I very rarely have family at ultras so don't consider it a given. Your business doesn't matter much about location. I suggest move to Leadville , Silverton, Ouray, Durango etc or an area which is a better match than bay area then start training for the next opportunity to win Hardrock. You are very young for the masters level ultras. Keep pushing for it. I think you can win it.

[@Freetrail]

❤

[@Movtail]

I'm 52 and have embraced being a mid packer. Take it easy for the first 75% then maybe compete against yourself if you feel it This is the only way I got through fatdog 120, which doesn't get enough attention basically hard rock north

[@marlinweekley51]

Everyone who has ever run a 100 miles is crying.

[@Freetrail]

Lol, thanks Marlin!

[@ShermanVaultToilet]

#BetterthanBoston #shutupandgobacktosleep #ChapmanAidStation

[@Freetrail]

So much #betterthanboston

[@jayzyskind6937]

Hi, I'm curious, if the day was so hard and you wanted to quit, Why not go slower? You had 18 hours left, and finished 11th. Did this thought occur to you during the race, or were you still trying to put up a top performance, regardless.?

[@Freetrail]

Lol, good idea. 🙄

[@gabymrad1517]

This was the most moving podcast ever. Raw and real. It also seems you are already making your transition to life after pro athletedom. That is more than most athletes in ant sports can say. 🩵