Max Stuart
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Welcome to Trails, Tales, and Fails! Dive into the world of ultra running with host Max Stuart, and co-hosts Rob Nugent, and Sarah Page as they discuss tales and fails of ultra running. Each episode features quirky facts, unforgettable guest stories, and plenty of laughs. From training tips to race-day surprises, they blend practical advice with good humour, making this the perfect podcast for both seasoned runners and curious newcomers. Tune in for a fun and informative journey through the highs and lows of ultra running!
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · August 2026
A practical ultra running show about pacing, kit, weather, DNFs, foot care, and the judgment needed to keep moving.
Trails, Tales, and Fails fits the Sports beat as an ultra running debrief show, with long conversations built around demanding races, FKTs, and hard attempts.
You get the checkpoint checklist, the storm report, and the blister math.
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A practical, friendly ultra-running chat that balances Barkley curiosity, a Pyrenees FKT, and the grind beneath the adventure.
Noor Van de Veen comes through well here, and the episode stays close to what makes her story interesting: extreme endurance, the Pyrenees FKT, and the Barkley Marathons attempt.
Race lessons, foot care, and a trail-runner brand story that stays practical.
Dave Johnson’s visit plays like a race recap with a Trailskin origin story folded into it. ARC 100, the stop at Land’s End, and the rough lesson from that day sit beside how the brand began, which keeps the episode grounded even when the story widens out.
Trail running, told from inside race week.
Trails, Tales and Fails interviews Ben Potts about completing the full Spine Race in 12th place through difficult Pennine Way conditions.
Dave Johnson from Trailskin joins the show.
The hosts talk with Dutch ultra runner Noor Van de Veen about the Barclay Marathons and the wider world of extreme endurance.
Trails, Tales, and Fails closes 2025 with Max, Rob, and Sarah reviewing winter training, running a 12-question quiz about previous guests, and preparing for the Spine Challenge South and Arc races.
Hosts interview a couple who completed the Marathon des Sables, discussing their training, race experience, and balancing family life.
Hosts interview ultra runner Kirsty Taylor about her experience completing the C2C race under challenging conditions after the original organizer ceased trading.
This episode discusses how the brain can quit before the body in ultra running, using the chimp paradox to explain mental management.
This episode provides a framework for making good decisions during ultra marathons using a traffic light system.
This episode provides tips on terrain-specific training for ultra running to build confidence and race-day readiness.
Hosts discuss ultra running with guest Callum Pritchard, covering his race at Hundred Hills 50k and the Barkley Marathons.
Hosts preview the Centurion 100 Hills 50k race, discussing elite contenders, new partnerships, and race details.
Host Max Stuart interviews ultra runner Daniel Del Piccolo about balancing relationships with ultra running.
Host Max Stuart answers a listener question about must-do strength exercises for trail runners, explaining the benefits of single leg deadlifts and squats.
Hosts interview ultra runner Olly Ruffey about his triathlon and marathon experiences, with icebreaker questions and training talk.