An OCR, hybrid fitness, and endurance racing round table discussion show. Hosted by: Brakken Kraker, Jack Bauer, Kirk DeWindt, and Rich Ryan
The RB squad previews the most exciting OCR event this decade in this episode! Tune in to learn who the guys draft and who they think will do well at the 8-hour Tough Mudder AlUla. Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain
In this episode, the RB squad recaps the Hyrox European championships and talks through some of the newest happenings at Spartan HQ. 00:00 Intro 03:17 Hyrox Vienna Women's race recap 16:04 How international travel affects athletes. 19:30 Implications for the Hyrox Season 27:50 Strict Judging in Vienna 31:52 Fantasy Results 35:12 Men's recap 44:41 Row Fiasco 58:48 Implications for the Hyrox Season 01:06:32 Spartan let's go of key employees #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace...
In this episode, the RB squad goes deep on the third major for the Hyrox season. Topics also discussed: Tough Mudder Suadi Arabia Inifity start list and the US Marathon Trials. Support RB on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/racebrain 00:00 Intro 02:42 US Marathon Olympic Trials Chat 12:30 Tough Mudder Saudi Infinity Start List 31:22 Hyrox Vienna Major - Who's not coming. 40:00 Hyrox Draft Rules 44:20 Hyrox Vienna Draft 1:43:00 Draft Recap #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace...
In this episode, the RB squad talks about the results at Hyrox Manchester, including the new Pro Doubles format. Then they discuss what was happening at Spartan Race Socal. Finally, they chat about how to qualify for the Spartan race regional championships for 2024. Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain 00:00 Intro 03:21 What qualifies as a Hyrox coach? 10:19 Hyrox Manchester Men's results 11:40 World Champion Triathlete takes on Hyrox. 19:00 CrossFitters are better at Hy...
In this episode, the RB squad talks about the screaming fast times as Hyrox Maastricht and how that affects the remainder of the season. Plus, we answer a plethora of (not-so-real) questions. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace 00:00 Intro 05:05 Hyrox Maastricht 12:25 Comparing Splits on the Men's Side 20:25 Does Hyrox care about course consistency? 32:50 What to do with ...
In this episode, the full RB crew kicks around a bunch of hypotheticals in the world of niche endurance racing, including what if Ryan Atkins specialized, what if Spartan tried to build the sport, and what if Hyrox didn't have the sleds. Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain 00:00 Intro 03:03 Hyrox News 10:45 What if Hyrox and Spartan Debuted at the same time? 19:30 What if TMX never disappeared? 27:15 What if a world record road runner trains for Deka for 12 months? 41:2...
In this episode, Brakken and Rich do a deep dive into new footwear for the 2024 racing season. This is for the nerds! Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain 00:00 Intro 03:56 Brief History of Super Shoes 19:53 Potential New Shoes for Hyrox and Hybrid 01:41:50 Potential New Shoes for OCR #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace #ocr
The RB crew discusses their 2024 predictions and wish lists in this episode. Topics include Spartan's options on how and why they would expand their brand. If Hyrox takes a further leap to legitimize the sport, Will there be big competition from outside brands in the Hybrid space and the health of competitive OCR? Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain 00:00 Intro 03:40 DEKAFIT's will thrive internationally 26:00 HYROX will completely change their qualification system 30:4...
The RB boys host and select winners for the third annual OCRAs. Categories include: Performance of the year Upset of the Year Best Race Battle / Best Race Goofy Games of the Year Goofy games athlete Breakout/most Improved Athlete International Athlete of the Year Best All-around Season/biggest range Hybrid Athlete of the Year OCR Athlete of the Year — Hobie Call Award #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace #ocr
In this lengthy episode, the RB boys talk about the final race of the OCR season in Abu Dhabi. Then, they debate their all-time rankings for the sport of OCR. 00:00:01 Spartan 3k Men's Recap 00:47:47 Spartan 3k Women's Recap 01:00:40 Spartan 21k Recap 01:22:36 Spartan 21k Recap 01:53:40 Spartan 21k Recap Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace...
Busy show today as the RB squad talks about the weekend that was at the DEKAFIT world champion, HYROX Stockholm, and previews the 2023 Spartan 3k World Championships in Abu Dhabi. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace
In this episode, this RB squad talks in detail about the women's and men's fields for the second Hyrox Major of the year in Stockholm, Sweden. Then they draft teams for the second DEKAFIT Championships in Dallas, TX, and touch on DEKASTRONG. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace
In this episode, the RB boys discuss the global Hyrox events (Dallas, Barcelona, and Hamburg). Then, they touch on the new Spartan schedule. Then, they finish with some goofy games brainstorming. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off)https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/racebrain#hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace
In this episode, the RB boys recap the first-ever Hyrox Major in Chicago, IL. They touch on the men's race with an impressive win by Ryan Kent of the emerging Hyrox force, Rylan Shcadegg. Then they discuss Meg Jacoby's win over the two-time world Champion Lauren Weeks. Then they touch on Rich's good fortune with the new (and still greatly flawed) Hyrox WC qualifying system. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/rac...
In this episode, the RB squad discus World's Toughest Mudder 2023, Greece Trifecta Championships, and draft teams for the first Hyrox Major in Chicago. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace
In this episode, the RB boys talk about Hyrox Valencia and Dublin and how that affects the elite 15 majors. Then they draft for BOTH the Spartan Trifecta World Champs and World's Toughest Mudder. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off)https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #hyrox #dekafit #spartanrace
Brakken, Jack, and Rich dive into the nuts and bolts of the latest Spartan season and inspect the rapid growth of HYROX as a sport. Plus, we're throwing a spotlight on Brakken's impressive win at the Michigan Spartan Race. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain ...
In this episode, the RB boys talk about the final stop in the first-ever Spartan elite 3k series. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain
In this episode the RB squad talks about the 3k/15k races at OCRWC in Mammoth, CA. Then we touch on the first every Alpha Warrior, and two Hyrox events. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/ Support RB on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain...
In this episode, the squad chats about the most recent HYROX race in Malmö, Sweden. Then they do a classic Fantasy OCR Draft for the 2023 OCRWC in Mammoth, CA. This episode is brought to you by Resolute Coffee: Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/
In this episode, the squad talks to Rich about his sad sled performance and Spain and what it means for the rest of the season. Then, they do a deep dive into the best super shoes for the hybrid racing athlete. Resolute Coffee (RR20 for 20% off) https://resolutecoffeeco.com/
In this episode, we recap the FISO OCR World Championships in Belgium and the controversies surrounding the events. We touch on DEKAFIT Orlando, plus Race Brain Teasers This episode is brought to you by Resolute Coffee RR20 for 20% on your order. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain
In this episode, the squad discusses various topics, including the most recent results in Hyrox Warsaw, where Poland seemingly received US sleds. We preview the upcoming DEKAFIT Orlando with another stacked field of women, including Meg Jacoby, Vivien Tufuto, and Terra Jackson. Then we touch on the record-breaking weekend for Rylan Schadegg for DEKASTRONG and DEKAMILE. Plus, we touch on the FISO OCR World Championships. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #dekafit #hyro x...
In this episode, the guys spend about an hour talking about non-sense like running, drinking, and eating challenges, where they see training going for HYROX long term. Thoughts on the Skierg and more. Then they touch on the recent HYROX race in Dubai and the DEKAFIT Road Show event in Fort Wayne Indiana. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #dekafit #hyro x
In this episode the guys talk about the most recent DEKAFIT event in PA. They take a deep look at the race and how it shakes up the top 20 for the rest of the season. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #dekafit #hyrox
In this episode, we talk about the upcoming DEKAFIT Northeast in Oaks, PA. We touch on the DEKAFIT debut of Meg Jacoby and Carly Wopat. Plus the first race of the season for Vivian Tufuto and Alandra Greenly. The men's race has 4 returning top 12 athletes, which will be a battle. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain
Today Rich is again joined by CrossFit Omina to talk about the 2023 CrossFit games. They go over pretty much the entire individual competition from start to finish and also touch on CrossFit Omnia's 9th-place finish in the team competition.
In this episode, the squad talks about the first ever Hyrox in Australia (7:31), where Ricky Garard made his impressive debut, but James Kelly comes away with a commanding victory. We talk about how much Grit it takes to compete in an event without any skin on your hands - Grit Games (1:08:00). Finally, we touch on the first-ever Rally in the Valley (1:35:00).
In this episode, we discuss the controversy around the CrossFit "5k" and whether it matters. We touch on the Spartan Pan American Championships and preview the upcoming Grit Games. Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain #dekafit #hyrox #spartanrace
In this episode, the dudes discuss the not-super-competitive Spartan Pan American Champs, DEKAFIT Spain, and Ontario, and some chatter on CrossFit and Race Brain Teasers! Support our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/racebrain
