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Andrew Bumbalough is a former professional track and road racer for the Bowerman Track Club who now works as a product line manager at Nike. Boasting a 2:10 marathon PR, Bumbi will be making his ultra debut, chasing a Golden Ticket, at Aravaipa's Black Canyon 100k where I will serve as his crew chief. He is a close friend returning for his second appearance on the pod. Topics discussed: - Andrew's arrival in the national spotlight in High School
- The incubator
- Retirement and career transition
- Working at Nike after being sponsored by the brand
- Mix of emotions about his pro career
- Trail inspiration at Canyons 100k
- His training and psychology ahead of Black Canyon
- Being self-coached for the first time
- People he admires
- A lot more
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