Black Canyon 100k Preview Show | Exciting Storylines & Golden Ticket Contenders - The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

Black Canyon 100K Preview | Golden Ticket Weekend

Tonight we continue our weeklong coverage of the double Golden Ticket race weekend with Freetrail's preview of the Black Canyon 100K.

Over the last 12 years, Black Canyon has grown into one of North America's most prestigious trail races. It now feels like the annual kickoff to the professional racing season — and the energy reflects it.

A Super Golden Ticket race again in 2026, Black Canyon has attracted some of the best athletes in the sport to battle across this classic desert course for a chance to compete at this summer's Western States 100.

We'll be live at PM PT / PM NZ with Tim Tollefson and EmKay Sullivan to break down the course, expected conditions, and top contenders heading into race weekend. We'll also be joined by a special guest.

Our 2026 Tarawera and Black Canyon coverage is brought to you by Nike ACG (All Conditions Gear). Make sure to check out All Conditions Gear footwear and apparel. All Conditions Gear is designed, tested, and made on planet earth specifically for trail running. You can learn more and check out the latest ACG gear at allconditionsgear.com. We're super grateful for their support!

Who is your pick to win?

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The Docket

Black Canyon course overview
Racing conditions
Women's contenders
Men's contenders

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