447 | Boston Marathon Weekend Preview, Marathon Des Sables

About this episode

The episode previews the Boston Marathon and discusses the Marathon Des Sables, highlighting key activities and sponsors.

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! 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…

People in this episode

Host: Believe in the Run

Topics covered

• Boston Marathon
• Marathon Des Sables
• running events
• race preparation
• sponsorship

Keywords

• Boston Marathon
• Marathon Des Sables
• Des Linden
• running
• Swiftwick
• LMNT
• race week
• sponsorship

Sponsors

Swiftwick

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Running Supply

Places: Sahara Desert, Boston, 334 Newbury St

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