Australia’s Epic Trails & Inspiring Athletes - Nigel Preston

How Ultra Running Inspires Community Building and Personal Growth

We’re excited to welcome Nigel Preston, the Race Director for Singletrack, Australia’s leading trail running event company.

Nigel shares his unique insights into the world of ultra running, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to organize some of Australia’s most challenging races.

We’ll discuss how these events push athletes beyond their limits, while also fostering a deep sense of community and personal growth.

Join us as we delve into the transformative power of trail running and the incredible stories that emerge from the trails.

Nigel Preston is Race Director for SingleTrack Events and is responsible for the safe production and conduction of the event supported by a strong team of volunteers and crew.

SingleTrack events span across New South Wales and Victoria Australia and offer a premier experience in trail running competitions.

What to expect in this episode:

(02:34) – Starting Single Track races.

(07:31) – The evolution of trail running.

(12:58) – The planning that comes with event organising ultras.

(20:38) – What are the biggest expenses around race events?

(23:06) – The “oh sh!t” moments as a race director.

(26:50) – What the logistics looks like with managing a 100-mile race.

(29:25) – Don’t get lost on a marathon like this instance…

(35:50) – The mechanics behind Ironman’s commercial aspect.

(43:10) – Why there are more younger kids signing up for ultramarathons?

(47:59) – The impact of being a race director.