Episode 36: Ashly Winchester on Trail Running & FKTs

On this episode: FKTs, Death Metal, horn of zeese. We’re talking with Ashly Winchester, trail runner, FKT-collector (she has dozens), Mount Shasta guide, and freelance outdoor writer.

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Show Notes

• 00:35 – Introducing Ashly
• 01:20 – How she got started running
• 04:50 – What is an “FKT” and what are the differences between supported, self-supported and unsupported records?
• 06:10 – The logistics of planning and executing multiple FKTs 
• 10:50 – Climbing and guiding on Mount Shasta
• 13:00 – Picking FKT objectives
• 14:10 – The Joshua Tree Traverse
• 23:45 – The Death Valley Crossing
• 31:00 – Dealing with the failed FKT attempts
• 36:15 – What gear do you always bring with you?
• 46:10 – Ashly’s Womxn Of The Wild podcast
• 49:35 – Booneville and Boontling
• 52:25 – Freelance writing in the outdoor industry
• 54:40 – Where to Ashly online

Mentioned in this Show

• Tough Mudder
• Fastest Known Time
• Shasta Mountain Guides
• Womxn of the Wild

Find Ashly Online

• Womxn of the Wild podcast: website and Instagram
• Instagram: @ashly.winchester

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Our Co-hosts

• Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
• Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com
• Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net

Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music. 

The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.