Episode 26 goes long. Before Ross and Petar sit down with today’s guest, they check in on training, Chico summer heat, good miles, fresh pavement, and a running community that continues to absolutely crush.

BRC, CRC, Fleet Feet, Union Run Club, Colby Mountain TrailFest - the local scene is rolling.

There are some huge performances to celebrate, too. Nimei drops a 2:47 at the San Francisco Marathon. Logan Slack goes sub-five at the brutally steep Rodeo Valley 50K, finishing sixth overall and third in his age group. Maddy and California Travis battle through the Point Mariah Trail Marathon, and Beth puts together a strong day at the Napa to Sonoma Half.

Then the main event: Todd Ziegenmeyer - Tahoe Rim Trail 100 finisher, Canyons 100 finisher, mountain racer, real estate professional, gear obsessive, cre ...