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Andrew Drummond returns to the Singletrack Podcast, this time to recount his latest adventure: setting a Fastest Known Time on the White Mountains Direttissima, one of New England's iconic multi-day routes.

We explore the aesthetics of the route, what inspired him to return after his previous attempts in 2016 and 2024, his strategies around gear, nutrition, rest, and the execution that led to his new record.

Additionally, we discuss the New England trail running scene, John Kelly's recent Appalachian Trail activity, the stylistic differences between supported and unsupported FKTs, and the segment challenges sponsored by Run The Whites.

It's always great catching up with Andrew—hope you enjoy the conversation!

Timestamps:

00:00 Reconnecting After Three Years
09:06 White Mountains Direttissima
20:48 Gear Evolution and Preparation for the Route
45:30 Mental and Physical Challenges of Multi-Day Hiking
52:29 Personality Types in Multi-Day Adventures
01:01:40 Training for Multi-Day Efforts
01:14:46 Kilian Jornet's Potential Impact on the Northeast
01:17:29 Shifts in FKT Strategies on the Appalachian Trail
01:41:21 Underappreciated Routes in the White Mountains

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Andrew Drummond | White Mountains Direttissima FKT