Jacob Banta | Golden Tickets, Brain Injury, Being Patient, & Going Pro

Name: Jacob Banta | Golden Tickets, Brain Injury, Being Patient, & Going Pro
Uploaded: 2026-04-02T12:00:00.000Z
Duration: 1 h 16 min 52 s

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Jacob Banta Tarawera 100k Western States 100 Altra New Zealand Trail Running

Jacob Banta is a pro trail runner and photographer based in Mill Valley, CA. He's been building a strong racing resume in the sport for a few years before achieving a big breakthrough in February when he finished 2nd place at the Tarawera 100k in New Zealand. That result earned Jacob a Golden Ticket to the Western States 100 in June. This podcast coincides with Jacob signing his first professional running contract with Altra -- an important moment for any ambitious athlete.

Topics:
What makes you you?
Jacob's experience racing motocross
Dealing with traumatic brain injuries and concussions
An email Jacob's mother Misty sent to Freetrail
The importance of being given an opportunity
Jacob's coach, Rick Floyd
Earning a Golden Ticket
How the Altra partnership came to be
Practicing patience while building a pro athletic career
Visualization and cultivating belief
Training and goals for Western States
Upcoming race at the Gorge Waterfalls 50k
A lot more!

Tarawera Instant Recap Show with Jacob's post-race interview - youtube.com/live/0qdhdVDrE4k

Watch The Big Alta 100k Highlight Video - youtube.com/watch

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