The Drop

The 130th edition of the Boston Marathon is upon us and it's shaping up to be a picture perfect day for racing. But before that, we have plenty of activities, so join us for a weekend of fun, whether you're racing or not. We cover all that before diving into the Marathon Des Sables across the Sahara Desert, as Desert Des Linden goes on another side quest and takes third place OA. If you're running on Monday, good luck and don't forget to take your LMNT!

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SWIFTWICK
In 2025 we launched a vintage collection in celebration of the Boston Marathon with Cole Townsend of Running Supply that sold out in minutes. For this year's race, we've teamed up again for something new. Meet our limited edition, vintage-inspired drop: a T-shirt and sock collection designed to carry you through the streets of Boston. Available now: https://swiftwick.com/collections/boston-marathon-2026

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If you'll be in Boston during race week, you’ll be able to shop the collection (along with a new Boston-exclusive drop) at Rec Room in collaboration with Running Supply, located at 334 Newbury St. Stop by the marathon boutique, where you’ll also find brands like SOAR, Currently, Pruzan, Bonzer, Like the Wind, Alex Zono, and Raide.

LMNT
Did you know? LMNT Sparkling comes in a 12 oz slim can with four refreshing flavors: Pineapple Salt, Black Cherry Salt, Lemonade Salt, and Orange Salt, and they’re now available online! These tasty slim cans deliver 500 mg sodium, 100 mg potassium, and 30 mg magnesium. Get your free 8-count LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: https://drinklmnt.com/thedrop

PILLAR
Recently, we’ve been taking PILLAR Triple Magnesium, and it’s been a game-changer for our sleep and recovery. WE take it about 30 minutes before bed each night which gives us great sleep and helps us recover better so we're ready to train again tomorrow.
If you want to try PILLAR, you can head to pillarperformance.shop or TheFeed.com/pillar and enter code BITR for 15% off first-time purchases.

Taylor, Alex, and Renee (Midwest reviewer) discuss two of the biggest spring trail events in the US and the brands that support them. Renee was at Lake Sonoma with Adidas Terrex while Taylor was further north at Gorge Waterfalls with Nike ACG.

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Only for Drop listeners, SOAR is giving away $300 in gear and apparel to TWO lucky winners. Their apparel is the best in the industry and their 1-Month Guarantee allows you to shop with total peace of mind – run for 1 month in your new apparel – test it in full – and if you’re still not satisfied you can return it, used, for a full refund. No questions asked. Ship worldwide, with all orders delivered direct-to-the-customer without any additional duties or taxes – no post-checkout surprises. Orders over $180 ship FREE. Enter the giveaway here: https://www.soarrunning.com/blogs/news/the-dirt-division-x-soar

This episode is brought to you by sharks in hurricanes and mythical creatures like Artemis from Always Sunny, Kegasus, and He-man, plus a full preview of all our Boston events. We also talk about the overhaul of the marathon at World Athletics Championships, the new Andy Murray sponsorship with Hylo, and the current life status of Perez Hilton (since that's what everyone was wondering).

Check out all our events at Boston Marathon Weekend:
Mount to Coast Meetup: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/behind-the-mount-to-coast-bitr-h1-film-qa-community-night-tickets-1986765072815
New Balance Relay: https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/NewBalanceMarathonRelay26
Adidas Shakeout Run: https://heartbreak.run/blogs/heartbeat/adidas-boston-2026-shakeout

SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS
SWIFTWICK
In 2025 we launched a vintage collection in celebration of the Boston Marathon with Cole Townsend of Running Supply that sold out in minutes. For this year's race, we've teamed up again for something new. Meet our limited edition, vintage-inspired drop: a T-shirt and sock collection designed to carry you through the streets of Boston. Available now: https://swiftwick.com/collections/boston-marathon-2026

PLUS...
If you'll be in Boston during race week, you’ll be able to shop the collection (along with a new Boston-exclusive drop) at Rec Room in collaboration with Running Supply, located at 334 Newbury St. Stop by the marathon boutique, where you’ll also find brands like SOAR, Currently, Pruzan, Bonzer, Like the Wind, Alex Zono, and Raide.

Stay tuned on @swiftwicksocks IG for more details coming in the coming weeks.

LMNT
Did you know? LMNT Sparkling comes in a 12 oz slim can with four refreshing flavors: Pineapple Salt, Black Cherry Salt, Lemonade Salt, and Orange Salt, and they’re now available online! These tasty slim cans deliver 500 mg sodium, 100 mg potassium, and 30 mg magnesium. Get your free 8-count LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: https://drinklmnt.com/thedrop

PILLAR
PILLAR Collagen Repair is designed to support tendons, ligaments, and connective tissue - the stuff that takes a beating when you’re running day after day. It’s super easy it is to use. We mix it into our coffee or a smoothie, usually before a run, and it’s become part of our routine.

It’s not about quick fixes. It’s about supporting your body long-term so you can keep training, racing, and enjoying the process without constantly battling little aches and pains. If you’re thinking about durability as much as improving times, PILLAR Collagen Repair is a smart addition to your routine.

If you want to try PILLAR, you can head to pillarperformance.shop or TheFeed.com/pillar and enter code BITR for 15% off first-time purchases.

Alex, Taylor, and Reese reconnect after a few weeks of travel. They chat about their most recent adventures and what they are looking forward to this spring, including races for each of them.Guest: Floris Gierman is the cofounder of Path Projects, a running brand focused on high-quality function. Hear about his most recent adventure with the Believe in the Run crew in the Canyon, past life in the skateboard industry, and how he has developed a career in the running space.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:Only for Drop listeners, SOAR is giving away $300 in gear and apparel to TWO lucky winners. Their apparel is the best in the industry and their 1-Month Guarantee allows you to shop with total peace of mind – run for 1 month in your new apparel – test it in full – and if you’re still not satisfied you can return it, used, for a full refund. No questions asked. Ship worldwide, with all orders delivered direct-to-the-customer without any additional duties or taxes – no post-checkout surprises. Orders over $180 ship FREE. Enter the giveaway here:https://www.soarrunning.com/blogs/news/the-dirt-division-x-soar

This week, Thomas sits down with Charlotte Heidmann, the absolute boss of the Adizero line over at Adidas. If you’ve been mind-blown by the Evo Pro 1, Prime X, or the runaway hit Evo SL over the last few years, this episode is a goldmine. We dive deep into the pressure of shaking up the super-shoe industry, how the innovation team operates, and what it’s like to receive unfiltered feedback from pinnacle athletes like Benson Kipruto and Tigist Assefa.Then, we pivot to an incredibly relatable runner’s journey: Charlotte taking on her very first marathon in Tokyo. She shares the inside scoop on her training plan, the intense emotional relief of crossing the finish line in a stellar 3:36:48, and why she chose to race in a colorway that wasn't exactly her favorite.