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Is UTMB Still a Net Positive for Trail Running? James Elson Weighs In (Sunday Conversation)
1 hour 39 minutes Posted Mar 22, 2026 at 6:00 am.
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In this episode, Centurion Running founder James Elson joins the show to unpack one of the most complex moments in trail running right now. We examine the collapse of high-profile events like Dragon’s Back and what it reveals about the economics of modern race organization - including rising operational costs, participant trends, and why certain race formats may no longer be sustainable. James also shares a behind-the-scenes look at how race directors actually think about pricing, no-show rat...