I Love Trails Podcast
By Caleb Simpson
Caleb is a passionate entrepreneur and lover of the outdoors. This podcast blends his passions and brings you insider information about how Outdoor Industry brands are built.
I Love Trails PodcastAug 22, 2020
Sam Knight - Regional Field Manager for Hoka One One
Want an insiders look at what it's like to work for one of the top shoe companies in the running industry? Sam Knight is the Regional Field Manager for Hoka One One. In this interview we discuss:
- What it's like being a new father
- How Sam started working for Hoka One One, he even gives a bit of advice for those wanting to get into the industry at the end of the show
- Sam's genuine love for shoes that started at an early age. Sam also shares an interesting fascination with new shoes that you will have to listen to hear.
- Working for Rogue Running in Austin and how that helped him transition to working for Hoka One One
- What "field work" looks like during a pandemic (virtual events vs. in person events)
- How Hoka One One uses events to gain customer feedback
- How focusing "on the moment" and doing the best where you are helps you to succeed.
- How Hoka One One is surviving during COVID and still giving back to social causes
Note, this podcast was formerly called That Trail Running Podcast - this is the first episode under the name I Love Trails
Podcast Rebrand - iLoveTrails.com
Hey guys, we're re-branding the show to I Love Trails.
We haven't hit the publish button on the new content site just yet, but you can go to http://ilovetrails.com/ and get signed up for our email list and find the link to our new Facebook Community.
My vision for I Love Trails is still going to be to interview founders and leaders in the outdoor industry, but I have an even bigger vision to create a community of individuals that love trails and spending time outside.
The content site will be focused on things like gear reviews, trail reviews, trip reports, etc. The same will be true for the upcoming YouTube channel.
The Facebook community is intended to be a place to get inspiration for your next trip, to share information, and to help each other pursue our passions for trails and the outdoors.
I have a big vision for what I Love Trails can become, and I'm looking for content contributors for the website as well, so let me hear from you.
You can email me at: caleb@ilovetrails.com
This show is sponsored by Hemp Daddy's Therapeutics https://hempdaddys.com/ - Full Spectrum USDA Organic CBD Oil - Great for fighting inflammation, reducing muscle soreness, and just taking the edge off a stressful day.
Erik Stanley of Trail Roots - Business of being a running coach
In this interview we talk about the business of running a coaching/running group. We also discuss what it's like to run a coaching and run group business during COVID19. Erik is the based out of Austin, Texas and the founder of the Trail Roots running community. https://trailroots.com/
Jenny Vierling - Tailwind Nutrition - Building a predominantly direct to consumer brand with avid fans
Jenny Vierling is the co-founder of Tailwind Nutrition, a on-the-go "all you need" nutrition supplement for athletes.
Tailwind has had a rapid rise to success and is used by endurance athletes across the globe.
Hear the story about how Tailwind got started, as well as some inspiring user stories.
You can find out more about Tailwind Nutrition at: https://www.tailwindnutrition.com/
Josh Sprague - Orange Mud Founder - Innovative hydration packs for the trail runner and outdoor enthusiast.
In this episode I talk to the founder of Orange Mud. Maker of the innovative HydraQuiver hydration pack. A single and double bottle system where the bottles ride on your back, not on your chest. Orange Mud has over 150 products, including their traditional hydration packs, and transition wrap towel for changing with privacy on-the-go. Josh has experienced massive growth for a company that is only eight years old.
This episode is sponsored by Hemp Daddy's CBD - https://hempdaddys.com/
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Introduction to That Trail Running Podcast
This is an introduction to That Trail Running Podcast. The trail running podcast that focuses on entrepreneurs in the outdoor industry. Our goal with this podcast is to interview your favorite brands, race directors, and athletes and talk to them about the art of running a business.