News•Mar 11, 2026
Episode 280: Greg Nance - FKTs All over the World
Nonprofit entrepreneur Greg Nance joins host Heather Anderson to discuss his global Fastest Known Time (FKT) projects. He recounts pioneering runs in Cuba, Grenada, and Colombia and becoming the first to run from Puget Sound to Mount Rainier’s summit. Nance explains his systematic methodology for scouting and establishing new routes, emphasizing community engagement and environmental stewardship. The conversation also highlights how FKTs can inspire adventure tourism and grassroots nonprofit initiatives.
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News•Mar 10, 2026
Mélanie Fusco - Lake Neuchâtel Tour - 2026-03-07
Mélanie Fusco completed the Lake Neuchâtel Tour on March 7, 2026, finishing in 14 hours, 20 minutes and 5 seconds. The race, a single‑day, standard‑route event around Switzerland’s Lake Neuchâtel, was verified via Strava, confirming the athlete’s performance. The event highlights the growing...
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News•Mar 9, 2026
Alastair McDowell - Three Passes (Arthur's Pass NZ) - 2026-02-28
Alastair McDowell set a new Fastest Known Time on New Zealand’s Three Passes route, completing the west‑to‑east traverse in 9 hours 20 minutes 56 seconds on 28 February 2026. The performance beats the previous unofficial record held by Ben Mangan (9 hours 37 minutes) by 17 minutes. This was McDowell’s fourth attempt,...
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