The thisABILITY Adventures Podcast
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Join ThisABILITY Adventure Racing's podcast for tactical advice on adventure racing from a mid-pack team's perspective. Adventure racing is an endurance sport that combines biking, trekking, and paddling while navigating with map and compass. Our podcast primarily features Race Rambles, where we recount our team's experiences during specific races. We'll also share insights from our own races, ranging from short sprints to expedition-length events. Occasional interviews with guests, including the sport's most well-known figures and those new to adventure racing, will provide additional perspectives. As advocates for people with developmental disabilities, we believe in focusing on abilities, not limitations, a philosophy that applies to everyone. So join us to focus on your abilities, push your limits, and learn together.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
Join ThisABILITY Adventure Racing's podcast for tactical advice on adventure racing from a mid-pack team's perspective. Adventure racing is an endurance sport that combines biking, trekking, and paddling while navigating with map and compass. Our podcast primarily features Race Rambles, where we recount our team's experiences during specific races. We'll also share insights from our own races, ranging from short sprints to expedition-length events. Occasional interviews with guests, including the sport's most well-known figures and those new to adventure racing, will provide additional perspectives. As advocates for people with developmental disabilities, we believe in focusing on abilities, not limitations, a philosophy that applies to everyone. So join us to focus on your abilities, push your limits, and learn together.
Language:
English
Episodes
The Race Ramble: Chattanooga Epic
4/29/2024
In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea interview Tomas Diaz and Anna Edwards representing Team thisAbility for the 2024 Chattanooga Epic in the United States of America.
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Duration:01:24:59
The Mailbag: Entry-Level Knots & Ropes, Dry Suits, Kayak Paddles and Calculating Boat Speed
3/30/2024
In this episode of The Mailbag, Chip and Andrea talk about entry-level knots & ropes, dry suits, kayak paddles, and how to calculate boat speed.
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Duration:01:15:13
Interview with Race Director: Santiago Lopez for the 2024 Adventure World Racing Championship Ecuador
3/29/2024
In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea interview Race Director, Santiago Lopez for the 2024 Huairasinchi Adventure World Racing Championship in Ecuador.
The expedition race will run on November 26 – December 8, 2024.
Early bird registration will end on March 31, 2024, Sunday.
Race Info - https://www.arworldseries.com/races/huairasinchi-arwc-2024-ecuador
Official Race Website - https://www.proyectoaventura.com/site/13/home_arwc24
Cuenca City on Google Maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/oZDrft8vVRoaa9wcA
Race Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Huairasinchi
Race Instagram Page - https://www.instagram.com/huairasinchi
Team thisABILITY "Journey to Huairasinchi Finish Line" playlist on YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPmOw9lH9b1jfuHJhwhbS0SsRg0AOj3Ww&si=Hs6d0NkarIQnpNo1
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Duration:01:03:50
Movie Review: Arthur The King
3/20/2024
We hit the cinemas in Richmond, Virginia last weekend for a watch party of Arthur the King! This podcast delves beyond the movie review, focusing on the authenticity of expedition-length races and offering invaluable insights for newcomers eager to start adventure racing.
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Duration:01:13:09
The Race Ramble: 2024 Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Adventure Race with thisABILITY Racing Dos
3/7/2024
It's Luis Fernando Becdach and Jesse Hagberg’s turn to relive what went down during the 2024 Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Race! Luis and Jesse raced for Team thisABILITY's 2-person Male team. Great job, guys!
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Duration:01:15:39
The Race Ramble: 2024 Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Expedition Race
3/5/2024
Join Chip, Andrea, Mark, and Mike as they dive deep into the events of the recent 2024 Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Adventure Race.
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Duration:01:47:25
The Mailbag: Florida Sea to Sea Race Preparation
2/19/2024
In this episode of The Mailbag, Chip and Andrea draw upon their five years of experience to help equip newer teams for the upcoming Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Expedition Race taking place from February 22nd to 25th, 2024.
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Duration:01:10:46
Adventuring in Turrialba, Costa Rica
1/19/2024
Chip and Andrea visit Costa Rica! Joining them in this podcast is their adventure racing friend, Pablo from Turrialba.
Check out Pablo's family business where they enjoyed a "Glamping" experience in the jungle.
Aventuras el Ceibo
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063768379541&mibextid=ZbWKwL
Here is the location of Aventuras el Ceibo on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/M8Q78xspn88QY43y8
Here is a list of places they visited around Turrialba. Some were mentioned in the podcast.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/BLJ5rmRnh9qSgczK8
This is a YouTube video of a Montezuma Oropendola displaying near its nest.
https://youtu.be/06uw2FKXlPs?si=c7-UO8WINVpaVklG
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Duration:00:53:55
The Mailbag: Everything You Wanted to Know About Packrafts, and Then Some
1/9/2024
In this episode of the Mailbag, Chip and Andrea talk about everything you wanted to know about packrafts, and then some..
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Duration:01:17:02
Team thisABILITY Year End Review
12/27/2023
Join Andrea and Chip as they delve into a "year in review" of their adventure racing journey. They take you through the highs and lows of an ambitious race schedule, sharing personal stories and the valuable lessons learned along the way. As they reflect on the passage of time and the rush to experience as many grand adventures as possible, they also touch on the realities of aging and the impact on their physical capabilities. This episode is not just a recount of races; it's a deeper exploration into the essence of leading an adventurous lifestyle and the emotional journey that accompanies it.
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Duration:01:30:35
The Race Ramble: Female Solo National Winners - Brenda Carlson and Lisa Randall
11/30/2023
Breaking barriers and unveiling triumphs! Join Andrea Anderson as she interviews Brenda Carlson and Lisa Randall, Female Adventure Racing Solo National Championship Winners.
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Duration:01:05:29
The Race Ramble: 2023 Adventure Racing Solo National Championship
11/28/2023
The Race Ramble for the Adventure Racing Solo National Championship is out! Tune in to hear what happened at the race. Both Andrea Anderson and Chip Dodd raced solo this time around.
Thanks to Doug Silk with ARDotWatch for facilitating the conversation again and for providing great commentary during the race! And, thanks to Argeorgia / Warrior for a great race at a great venue!
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Duration:01:01:02
The Race Ramble: ARWS World Championship - Eastern Cape
11/20/2023
Join Team thisABILITY as teammates, Chip, Andrea, Caitlin, and Luis unravel what really happened during the recent ARWS World Championship - Eastern Cape. Thanks to Doug Silk with ARDotWatch for facilitating this episode!
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Duration:01:47:01
The Mailbag: Navigation, Bike Shorts & Wild Bill Sighting
10/10/2023
Our next "Mailbag" episode is out. This time we answer questions from listeners about keeping the team involved in navigation during expeditions, what to wear on long bike rides to avoid chafing, a "Wild Bill" sighting and the fun involved in getting to know the Adventure Racing community.
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Duration:00:56:33
Adventure Racing Lighting System
10/6/2023
One of the most common questions we get from racers is about the lighting system we use. Click this link for a detailed deep dive into the lighting system we have been using for all of our expeditions. https://youtu.be/_OjVZI5vq20
We cover headlamps, bike lights, hand torches, charging, storage, paddle leg lighting and just about everything else you need to know. In the video, we do a lot of screenshots so it may be good to watch this on YouTube but we also posted it is a podcast on the thisABILITY Adventures Podcast as well. You can find it on all your favorite podcast platforms but we will put the direct link to our Buzzsprout page in the comments. As always, let us know if you have any questions or suggestions on how we can improve our lighting system. Feel free to share your experience with other lighting systems you are happy with.
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Duration:00:50:05
The Race Ramble: Bears Ears
9/22/2023
With less than two minutes on the clock, Chip squeaked out another 1st place win overall at the Bear Ears HR Adventure Race.
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Duration:01:00:24
The Race Ramble: Buff Betty
9/14/2023
Andrea Anderson races the Buff Betty solo and wins 1st place overall. Buff Betty is an annual race and is the only all-female race in the United States. Around 100 Buff Bettys raced the 6Hr and 10Hr Adventure race.
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Duration:01:15:18
The Race Ramble: Cowboy Tough
8/16/2023
Chip Dodd cleared the Cowboy Tough Adventure Race 24Hrs in just under 17 hours. He takes the overall win earning the status of being Cowboy Tough and earning the coveted belt buckle.
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Duration:01:29:25
The Race Ramble: Expedition Colorado
8/14/2023
Chip Dodd and Andrea Anderson from team thisABILITY placed 2nd overall during the recent Expedition Colorado. Chip and Andrea showed once again that they are a formidable force in adventure racing and can do it all with a smile and a kind word.
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Duration:01:37:37
The Race Ramble: Endless Mountains 2023 with team thisABILITY
7/12/2023
Chip Dodd interviews team thisABILITY members, Andrea, Luis, Amanda & Jason. The team talks about their experience from the recent Endless Mountains.
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Duration:01:06:15