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The Dirt Division E045 | Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra Evo, UTMB, and more

Sep 9, 2026 · 1h 24m

Summary

Taylor and Alex discuss Taylor’s recent family trip to France, including a canceled flight and the experience of watching the UTMB women’s race. They explore the value of jet lag management apps for elite athletes and compare European trail gear, such as Silva headlamps and Kiprun shoes, to US market options. The hosts also review the Norta 000, praising its technical agility, and offer initial impressions of the Teva Trail Peak and a $500 carbon-plated trail shoe.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Lagoon Sleep and channel updates Return from Chamonix and travel mishaps Jet lag, circadian rhythms, and time-shifting apps Family trip recap and the value of running community Chamonix town overview and European lighting brands Trail shoe market trends and brand presence in Europe Norda 000 vs 055: detailed shoe comparison Review of the Chirac Trail B shoe Analysis of the $500 Gravic Evo performance shoe Injury update: e-bike accident and recovery Coaching business launch and benefits of a coach Sodium sweat rate and blister prevention tips Visit to the Coros store in Paris and brand culture Running pack brands: Camelbak, Recotech, and trends Preview of next week's episode and sign-off
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