Aug 31, 2022

Fresh from the Haute Route Alps, Ironman Coach Matt Dixon returns to the podcast to share his thoughts on the experience, the lessons he gleaned from the 7-day event, and how to apply them to your athletic pursuits.

The conversation covers training versus race execution and a look at the principles and elements of...

Aug 26, 2022

Welcome to the 8th and final day of our Haute Route Alps coverage as Matt and the Drunken Donkeys cross the finish line in Megève.

Matt gives us a look at the team’s last day of riding as the 7-day journey comes to a close.

With one last 148km push through the Haute-Savoie, Matt and the gang make their way through...

Aug 26, 2022

Welcome to day 7 of our Haute Route coverage. Today, the team takes on THE CLASSICS.

Stage 6, the riders are headed for another climb of almost 4,000 meters as they traverse the switchbacks of the Col du Tra, before facing the Cormet de Roselend. 

Matt couldn't resist and found his best ride of the course, Panos...

Aug 25, 2022

Welcome to day 6 of our Haute Route coverage. Today, it’s Matt and the Drunken Donkeys vs time.

The team faces Stage 5, LOVE OR LOATHE LA LOZE, which hosts the time trial portion of the course, along with a 10km climb from Méribel to Col de la Loze.

With a good start, the team takes on the inclines while taking in...

Aug 24, 2022

Welcome to day 5 of our Haute Route coverage as Matt and his Team round the corner at the halfway mark of the 7-day journey from Nice to Megève.

Stage 4, titled ON YOUR TOES, features a steep 1300m+ climb up the Col du Glandon followed by a challenging ascent up the Col de la Madeleine.

Martin returns to the fold...