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Breaking: Des Linden Commits to Black Canyon 50K | Inside the Decision
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Breaking: Des Linden Commits to Black Canyon 50K | Inside the Decision
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Jan 15, 202618:094.4K views
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Des Linden joins Singletrack to discuss her decision to race the Black Canyon 50K in 2026 and how it fits into her broader transition toward trail and ultra racing.
She explains why the timing made sense, how Black Canyon fits alongside preparations for the Marathon des Sables, and what she hopes to learn from the experience. The conversation also covers how she is approaching training differently, managing expectations, and thinking about longer-term investment in the sport.
The episode closes with a discussion on the current state of running media, transparency, and the evolving relationship between athletes, creators, and journalists.
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