Mikey Dimuantes is back on Peak Pursuits after an impressive and gutsy performance at the iconic Canyons 100km.

Fresh off his race, Mikey joins us from sunny Santa Cruz to share all the gritty details of competing against a world-class field at one of trail running’s most competitive events.

In this episode, Mikey opens up about the highs and lows of his race day—running shoulder-to-shoulder with elite runners, navigating the relentless climbs and technical descents, and experiencing a sudden, challenging shift in the race at the 70km mark. We delve deep into what it takes physically and mentally to compete at this elite level and explore key insights on balancing peak fitness, fatigue resistance, and strategic risk-taking.

From running through snowfall to managing intense competition on unfamiliar terrain, Mikey discusses the crucial lessons learned, including his reflections on training load, pacing strategies, and race scheduling. Whether you're aiming for your own competitive peak or just fascinated by the mental and physical demands of ultra-running, Mikey’s candid race breakdown is packed with valuable insights and inspiring takeaways.

Tune in for an engaging, behind-the-scenes look at Mikey’s experience at Canyons 100km, his thoughts on Australian trail running’s global standing, and how he's approaching his upcoming season—including a major relocation to Turkey. This episode is a must-listen for anyone captivated by the grit, strategy, and heart that defines ultra-running at its highest levels.

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This week on Peak Pursuits, we’re joined by guest host Fraser Darcy, who’s fresh off a massive fortnight, backing up a huge PB and 2nd place at Ballarat Marathon with a win at Adelaide Marathon just seven days later.

Alongside regular hosts Jess Jason and Brodie Nankervis, we dive into how Fraser pulled it off, his training philosophy, and how road racing can translate to trail success. From high volume weeks to trail specific sessions Fraser walks us through what’s been working and what he’s learned along the way.

We also check in with Jess as she sharpens up her prep for Ultra-Trail Australia, and Brodie shares a refreshing update on his achilles injury recovery logging a solid week of running

We wrap up with race results from across the country and overseas, including:

• SkyRunning Ueda Skyrace – Simone (5th), Blake (9th)
• Kunanyi Trail Series – Organ Pipes
• Nail Can Hill Run
• Hamilton Island Hilly Half Marathon
• Ikara Ultra – Flinders Ranges

Whether you're a road runner curious about trails or a trail athlete looking to mix things up, this episode has plenty of insight!

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We’re thrilled to welcome Kellie Angel back to Peak Pursuits!

Since her first episode, Kellie has stepped things up in a big way — tackling the Western States Endurance Run, continually building her confidence on the trails, and learning how to train smarter, not just harder.

In this episode, we dive into what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and the biggest lessons she’s picked up along the way — from her first time at a big international race to how she balances work, family, and a growing love of the sport.

We cover:

• What it really takes to prepare for a major event like WSER
• Kellie’s evolving mindset as she gains experience and confidence
• Tips for runners going from local races to international events
• How to stay consistent when life gets full
• The importance of community, curiosity, and backing yourself
• How to find a coach and how to become one

Kellie’s perspective is grounded, relatable, and incredibly valuable for anyone moving up in distance or chasing a big trail goal for the first time. If you’ve ever thought, “Could I actually do that?” — this one’s for you.

Part 1 of Kellie’s WSER recap

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Welcome to a special episode of Peak Pursuits where you will here from the podcasts own Sim Brick alongside Blake Turner as they both begin their seasons in the SkyRunner World Series!

Sime and Blake give an overview of what the SkyRunner World Series is before recapping their races in the extreme heat at Penang SkyRace in Malaysia. Hear about the wild course, their respective strategies and struggles, and what it was like to race in Malaysia.

They then finish up with their thoughts on the race they will tackle this weekend in Japan. Wild is an understatement for this one!

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Welcome to Episode 55 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. In this episode Jess Jason and Brodie Nankervis are joined by Billy Curtis to catch up on his adventures in Asia, including a win at the Korean Golden Trail National Series on the weekend!

Hear about Billy’s experiences of living in Japan and racing both in Japan and across Asia, Brodie’s orienteering races over Easter and Jess’s training between Buffalo Stampede and UTA, including a hectic course recce in the Blue Mountains last weekend.

We dive into the results from this week, including some aussies racing overseas in Malaysia and the USA, trail runners running some speedy road times and a very fast race in Brisbane with some people to watch for UTA!

Lastly we preview the big week of racing coming up, including Ueda Skyrace in Japan, and some fun trail races happening across the country!

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Episode 4 of Targeting the Ticket is hosted by Sim and we hear from Toby, Bridget and Nathan after the most recent race of the series, Kunanyi Mountain Run. Toby gives a recap of his 2nd place, Bridget recaps her win at Buffalo Stampede 20km which she ran instead of Kunanyi, and Nathan recaps his training after also giving Kunanyi a miss to prepare for Coastal Ascent in June.

The crew then talk through the current points standings and their thoughts as they prapre for the last of the normal season races at Coastal Ascent on June 8th.

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Welcome to Episode 54 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick and Vlad Ixel in the days leading up to Sim’s first SkyRace of the season in Malaysia!

Hear about a missed result last week by Olympic Triathlete Sophie Linn, Vlads recovery from Five Peaks, and Sim’s taper, travel and course check for Penang SkyRace! Vlad and Sim then briefly discuss the field for this weekend's race with three Aussies in the running for top spots.

Our listener question this week is a follow on from last week asking for more detail on how we fuel the many hours of training and how much to take in during runs. We deep dive into our own days of food and give some of what we have found works for us.

Lastly we preview the big week of racing coming up, including GTWS, SkyRunning, and our very own Mikey Dimuantes going for a golden ticket to Western States in Canyons Endurance Runs - make sure you follow along!

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Ben Burgess joins James fresh off the back of a course-record win at the Kunanyi Mountain Run 66K — a race that felt like the culmination of a two-month journey through the trails, the community, and the soul of Tassie trail running.

But this conversation is so much more than just a race recap. We talk about what it really means to go all-in on running, giving yourself the space to chase it without letting it consume you.

Ben shares the mindset shift that helped him ditch the pressure, trust the process, and run with joy. He opens up about leaving his job, embracing a year of “fun-employment,” and why it’s not just about results — it’s about presence, place, and people.

We dig into:

– Pre-race prep and trusting your energy more than your training block
– The moment he knew it was his race to lose
– Nutrition breakthroughs and dialing in recovery
– The tension between being a competitor and staying grounded in joy
– Why community-run races and nature-first values matter to him
– Big goals, World Champs ambitions, and keeping it playful even at the pointy end

If you care about racing hard without losing why you started, this episode is going to hit deep.

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