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Andrew Drummond returns to the Singletrack Podcast, this time to recount his latest adventure: setting a Fastest Known Time on the White Mountains Direttissima, one of New England's iconic multi-day routes.
We explore the aesthetics of the route, what inspired him to return after his previous attempts in 2016 and 2024, his strategies around gear, nutrition, rest, and the execution that led to his new record.
Additionally, we discuss the New England trail running scene, John Kelly's recent Appalachian Trail activity, the stylistic differences between supported and unsupported FKTs, and the segment challenges sponsored by Run The Whites.
It's always great catching up with Andrew—hope you enjoy the conversation!
Timestamps:
- 00:00 Reconnecting After Three Years
- 09:06 White Mountains Direttissima
- 20:48 Gear Evolution and Preparation for the Route
- 45:30 Mental and Physical Challenges of Multi-Day Hiking
- 52:29 Personality Types in Multi-Day Adventures
- 01:01:40 Training for Multi-Day Efforts
- 01:14:46 Kilian Jornet's Potential Impact on the Northeast
- 01:17:29 Shifts in FKT Strategies on the Appalachian Trail
- 01:41:21 Underappreciated Routes in the White Mountains
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