This is the second conversation in a series focused on my friend, Jon Sutherland, and his preparation for the 2026 Angeles Crest 100 mile trail race. This episode focused on Jon’s attempt at running the entire length of the Backbone Trail in the Santa Monica mountains. The route is about 67 miles with 19,000 feet of elevation gain. It would be one hell of a training run.

Jon had some interesting stories to share from the adventure, including how he dealt with various challenges and good learnings he could factor into his plan for race day in October.

AC100 is about 5 weeks away from the time we recorded this podcast, which gives Jon enough time to get a few more weeks of good training before starting the taper. We will record at least one more conversation on his thoughts and plans going into the race.

Here is a link to the Born to Run 2025 documentary, starring Jon Sutherland and Will Radis, created by Anders Maagaard: