Kilian Jornet | UTMB Thoughts, Hardrock 100, Ridge Running and Alpinism History

Kilian Jornet, one of the greatest ultra-trail runners of all time (winner of the Hardrock 100, UTMB, Sierre-Zinal, etc), joins the Singletrack Podcast to talk about how trail running, ridge running, and other mountain sports have evolved - with motivations shifting from scientific exploration to nationalism to self-centeredness in modern times, how the concept of the impossible is debated in mountaineering and trail running - with some questioning the impact of technological advancements, the idea of reducing consumption and rethinking business models to help minimize the outdoor industry’s footprint, and his involvement working to secure a better relationship between pro athletes and races like the Western States 100 and Ultra Trail Du Mont Blanc.

Timestamps:

00:00 The Evolution of Motivations in Mountain Sports
04:08 The Influence of Society and Culture on Athletes
07:02 The Debate on the Concept of the Impossible
13:56 Contrasting Philosophical Aspects of Mountaineering and Trail Running
50:13 The Positive Role of Competition
56:22 The Importance of the Pro Trail Runners Association, UTMB Observations

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