This week, we tackled a variety of triathlon topics from listener-submitted questions, including:

• Using carbon-plated shoes for everyday training
• How to utilize caffeine for training and racing
• Can ibuprofen help prevent injury?
• Staying aero vs. sitting up on the trainer
• Learning from other full-distance athletes
• Swim-only open water races
• The Tucson Shootout ride
• Cleaning a bike indoors

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This week, we dive into Eric’s incredible 2nd-place finish at the Black Canyon Ultras 50K trail race! We’re joined by special guest Heather Jackson to break down the race experience, share insights on the mental and physical challenges of ultra running, and discuss what’s next for both of them.

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Foreign Rider X TTL

This week, we kick things off with some triathlon news, Eric’s pre-race thoughts on the Black Canyon 50K, a round of rapid-fire questions, and then dive into listener-submitted topics. Here’s what we covered:

• Favorite biking and running socks
• When to time a massage pre- and post-race
• Giro Aerohead II helmet
• Electronic shifters: worth it?
• Are Ironman tattoos in or out?
• Fitting in winter trainer sessions as a young swimmer
• Different tire sizes for front and rear wheels
• "Taking in" the scenery during a race
• Training and logistics of van life with a dog

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