Riot Podcast with Chad Bruce

Episode 183 - Burgers, Blisters, and the Mammoth 200 – With Chad Bruce

In this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, I sit down with returning guest and ultrarunning friend Chad Bruce to talk all about his recent finish at the inaugural Mammoth 200 — a stunning and gritty race that throws everything at you: alpine beauty, long climbs, soul-sucking gravel roads, and a thunderstorm finale that makes you question your life choices.

Chad, now 52, is not only thriving as an ultrarunner in his 50s, but also stacking up serious finishes across some of the toughest 200+ mile races in the country, including Bigfoot 200, Cocodona 250, and the Moab 240. We dig into his evolving training strategy, nutrition (spoiler: bring burgers), and how he’s adjusting his racing and recovery approach with age and experience.

Whether you’re considering your first 200-miler or just love hearing war stories from the trail, this episode delivers both practical advice and hilarious mid-race delusions (mailman-designed courses, anyone?).

🏔️ What You'll Learn:

What makes the Mammoth 200 both beautiful and brutal
Chad’s tips for adapting your training over 50
Thoughts on electrolytes, blisters, burgers, and sleep strategies
How his mindset has changed since first attempting Bigfoot 200
The difference in vibe, terrain, and logistics across Cocodona 250, Bigfoot 200, Moab 240, and Mammoth
Why the Triple Crown of 200s is on his radar and how he’s prepping for it

🧭 Resources & Mentions:

Follow Chad Bruce on Instagram: @chadbruce78
Mammoth Trail Fest: https://www.trailfestraces.com
Run the Riot Coaching: www.theriot.run/coaching

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