We’re excited to welcome Nigel Preston, the Race Director for Singletrack, Australia’s leading trail running event company. <br /><br />Nigel shares his unique insights into the world of ultra running, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to organize some of Australia’s most challenging races. <br />We’ll discuss how these events push athletes beyond their limits, while also fostering a deep sense of community and personal growth. <br /><br />Join us as we delve into the transformative power of trail running and the incredible stories that emerge from the trails.<br /><br />Nigel Preston is Race Director for SingleTrack Events and is responsible for the safe production and conduction of the event supported by a strong team of volunteers and crew. <br />SingleTrack events span across New South Wales and Victoria Australia and offer a premier experience in trail running competitions. <br /><br /><b>What to expect in this episode:</b><br />(02:34) - Starting Single Track races.<br />(07:31) - The evolution of trail running.<br />(12:58) - The planning that comes with event organising ultras.<br />(20:38) - What are the biggest expenses around race events?<br />(23:06) - The "oh sh!t" moments as a race director.<br />(26:50) - What the logistics looks like with managing a 100-mile race.<br />(29:25) - Don't get lost on a marathon like this instance…<br />(35:50) - The mechanics behind Ironman's commercial aspect.<br />(43:10) - Why there are more younger kids signing up for ultramarathons?<br />(47:59) - The impact of being a race director.<br /><br /><b>Follow Nigel:</b><br />Facebook - facebook.com/SingleTrackEvents/ <br />Instagram - instagram.com/singletrack_events/ <br />Website - singletrack.com.au/<br />YouTube - youtube.com/channel/UC9V_FtxewriudSU2DxTseFg <br /><br /><b>Follow & Subscribe to the UltraGrowth Podcast:</b><br />Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ultragrowth-podcast-formerly-ultrahabits/id1551339373 <br />Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/0eWBOT8L1ShaRy5aoPxOHp?si=26c423103846407e <br />Facebook – facebook.com/UltraGrowthPodcast <br />Instagram – instagram.com/ultragrowthpodcast/ <br />LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/rj-singh-801a0436/ <br />Strava – strava.com/athletes/32692468 <br />YouTube – youtube.com/@ultragrowthpodcast <br />Website – ugventures.co <br />Rate the podcast – ratethispodcast.com/ultragrowthpodcast
