2026 Cocodona 250 Deep Dive! Course Preview, Tips & Strategies

About this episode

Kevin and Peter provide a detailed preview of the 2026 Cocodona 250 race course, including significant changes and essential tips for participants.

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People in this episode

Hosts: Kevin Goldberg, Peter Noyes

Topics covered

• Cocodona 250
• course preview
• running tips
• race strategies
• aid stations

Keywords

• Cocodona 250
• course changes
• aid stations
• pacer rules
• running strategies

Sponsors

Janji, Mount to Coast, Good Ranchers

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Distance to Empty

Places: Black Canyon City

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