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The Endurance Studio

The Endurance Studio

Dylan Turner 60 Episodes Aug 21, 2026

The Endurance Studio is a podcast that explores the world of endurance sports and adventure. It features conversations with athletes, gear reviews, and stories from the trail. Each episode aims to capture the spirit of pushing limits and inspiring listeners to take on their own challenges.

Episodes

McKenna Marino: Finishing the Colorado Trail Race Solo at 17 | #61
McKenna Marino: Finishing the Colorado Trail Race Solo at 17 | #61 Aug 21, 2026 01:05:00 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioAt just 17 years old, McKenna “MJ” Marino became the youngest female finisher of the Colorado Trail Race under race rules, completing more than 500 miles of rugged Colorado singletrack in 12 days, 8 hours, and 11 minutes.In this episode of The Endurance Studio, McKenna shares how she went from her first overnight bikepacking trip to taking
Matt Shapiro: The Mind Behind Endurance's Best Stories #60
Matt Shapiro: The Mind Behind Endurance's Best Stories #60 Jul 31, 2026 02:40:33 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioPhotographer, filmmaker, and ultra-endurance athlete Matt Shapiro joins The Endurance Studio for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build a creative career in endurance sports.Matt has worked with some of the biggest brands and athletes in ultra-endurance sports, documenting iconic races and some of the world's best t
Cruz Blue: 2026 Pinyons & Pines Debrief + Tour Divide Prep #59
Cruz Blue: 2026 Pinyons & Pines Debrief + Tour Divide Prep #59 Jun 5, 2026 01:53:52 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode, I sit down with Cruz Blue to recap his experience at Pinyons and Pines, discuss becoming the youngest solo finisher of the Arizona Trail Race, and look ahead to his upcoming Tour Divide debut. We talk about gear failures, race strategy, sleep systems, the mental challenge of loneliness during ultra-endurance events, trail
Jeff Kerkove: Two Decades of Endurance Racing Lessons #58
Jeff Kerkove: Two Decades of Endurance Racing Lessons #58 May 29, 2026 01:39:09 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode of The Endurance Studio, I sit down with ultra-endurance mountain biker Jeff Kerkove to talk about nearly two decades of bikepacking racing, from the Colorado Trail Race to international events like Silk Road Mountain Race and Atlas Mountain Race. We dive into race strategy, sleep deprivation, resupply tactics, gear choices
Karin Pocock: Inside a Triple Crown Season - Wins, Blowups, and Comebacks #57
Karin Pocock: Inside a Triple Crown Season - Wins, Blowups, and Comebacks #57 May 22, 2026 02:17:50 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode, I sit down with Karin Pocock just days before Pinyons and Pines to unpack last year’s Triple Crown season—the podium at Tour Divide, the heartbreak of scratching at the Colorado Trail Race due to smoke inhalation, and the emotional toll of watching a season-defining goal unravel.We talk about what it means to come back: re
Pinyons & Pines 2026 Course Preview with Dana & Dylan #56
Pinyons & Pines 2026 Course Preview with Dana & Dylan #56 Apr 24, 2026 00:59:53 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode, we break down everything you need to know about the 2026 Pinyons and Pines “race-not-race” in Northern Arizona.We cover key logistics including grand depart info, parking, pre-race gathering, required permits and last-minute route updates (including potential mud reroutes). We also dive into sponsorship support, water reli
Dana Ernst: Why Doing Hard Things Matters - Bikepacking, Mindset & Dylan’s SAUER Recap #55
Dana Ernst: Why Doing Hard Things Matters - Bikepacking, Mindset & Dylan’s SAUER Recap #55 Mar 27, 2026 03:03:17 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode, Dana Ernst joins me to dive deep into the mindset behind endurance sports, self-reliance, and why doing hard things still matters in a world built for convenience.The conversation explores how modern culture—shaped by instant gratification, easy access to credit, and curated experiences—has shifted our relationship with ef
Scott Morris: The Origins of Modern Bikepacking Racing, Trackleaders, & Dot Watching #54
Scott Morris: The Origins of Modern Bikepacking Racing, Trackleaders, & Dot Watching #54 Mar 13, 2026 02:50:59 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode, I sit down with Scott Morris to explore the origins of some of the sport’s most influential ideas and technologies. Scott shares the story behind creating the Arizona Trail Race, including the now-legendary decision to carry bikes across the Grand Canyon to preserve a fully self-supported route. He also explains how early
Nick Smolinske: Panda-in-Chief at Rogue Panda Designs #53
Nick Smolinske: Panda-in-Chief at Rogue Panda Designs #53 Feb 13, 2026 02:52:47 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode, Nick Smolinske, the founder of Flagstaff-based Rogue Panda Designs, joins the podcast for an in-depth exploration of the intersection between technical innovation and small-business resilience in the outdoor gear industry. Nick shares his journey of building a premium bikepacking brand from the ground up, detailing how he
Kara Woolgar: From first-time bikepacker to AZT800 finisher, one pedal stroke at a time #52
Kara Woolgar: From first-time bikepacker to AZT800 finisher, one pedal stroke at a time #52 Jan 23, 2026 02:17:28 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode, Kara Woolgar shares an inside look at her journey from first-time bikepacker to finishing the Arizona Trail 800. We dive into how she trained with limited time, overcame self-doubt, and committed to one of the toughest bikepacking races in the U.S. Kara breaks down her approach to nutrition with celiac disease and multiple
Dexter Kopas: SAUER Co-Race Director on Building Races, Racing Smart, & Going Faster #51
Dexter Kopas: SAUER Co-Race Director on Building Races, Racing Smart, & Going Faster #51 Jan 2, 2026 02:12:18 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode, endurance cyclist and SAUER Co-Race Director Dexter Kopas joins the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion on modern gravel and ultra-distance bikepacking. We dive deep into why wider tires are reshaping gravel racing, how real-world rolling resistance and comfort matter more than drum tests, and what actually makes riders
Alex Schultz: Conquering the Bikepacking Triple Crown #50
Alex Schultz: Conquering the Bikepacking Triple Crown #50 Dec 12, 2025 02:16:48 ✨ Support the Podcast ✨https://linktr.ee/theendurancestudioIn this episode, ultra-endurance bikepack racer Alex Schultz joins me in the studio for a deep dive into his journey through the Triple Crown of Bikepacking — the Tour Divide, Colorado Trail Race, and Arizona Trail Race 800. We talk about growing up outdoors in Michigan, the evolution of his racing career, and the mental and physical toll

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