The thisABILITY Adventures Podcast
Join ThisABILITY Adventure Racing's podcast for tactical advice on adventure racing from a mid-pack team's perspective. Adventure racing is an endurance sport that combines biking, trekking, and paddling while navigating with map and compass. Our podcast primarily features Race Rambles, where we recount our team's experiences during specific races. We'll also share insights from our own races, ranging from short sprints to expedition-length events. Occasional interviews with guests, including the sport's most well-known figures and those new to adventure racing, will provide additional perspectives. As advocates for people with developmental disabilities, we believe in focusing on abilities, not limitations, a philosophy that applies to everyone. So join us to focus on your abilities, push your limits, and learn together.
Episodes
43 episodes since 2020
The Race Ramble: Expedition Alaska
Join Chip Dodd, Andrea Anderson, Caitlin Thorn, and David Grabiner as they recount the highs, lows, and wild moments of their epic journey through the rugged terrain of Expedition Alaska. Interviewed by Doug Silk of
August 15, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:34:41
Interview - AR Friendships and Community
Chip and Andrea chat about friendship and community in adventure racing, and they are joined by a few special guests.
July 10, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:28:54
Interview - 2024 Buff Betty Winners
In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea interview the winners of the Buff Betty 2024 Adventure Race.
July 09, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:00:26
The Race Ramble: Hogback 12 and 8 Hour AR
In this episode, join Chip and Andrea as they dive into their exhilarating experience at the Hogback Adventure Race! This two-day event in Ocoee, Tennessee, featured both 12-hour and 8-hour courses, and how Team thisABILITY tackled it all with ...
June 23, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:11:48
The Race Ramble: Rev 3 - 50 Hour
Chip and Andrea speak with David Grabiner and Caitlin Thorn, who are competing for Team thisAbility in the Rev 3 - 50 Hour Race, in this episode of the show. One special guest joined us, who was also in the race.Watch it to learn more!
June 04, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:26:22
Go Pro Settings and XPD Alaska
In this episode, Chip and Andrea discuss their preferred Go Pro settings for racing and the XPD Alaska.
June 01, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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41:22
Race Rules and Listener Feedback
In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea talk about various race laws and race designs. They also included feedback from listeners.
May 30, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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59:58
The Race Ramble: Chattanooga Epic
In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea interview Tomas Diaz and Anna Edwards representing Team thisAbility for the 2024 Chattanooga Epic in the United States of America.
April 29, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:24:59
The Mailbag: Entry-Level Knots & Ropes, Dry Suits, Kayak Paddles and Calculating Boat Speed
In this episode of The Mailbag, Chip and Andrea talk about entry-level knots & ropes, dry suits, kayak paddles, and how to calculate boat speed.
March 30, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:15:13
Interview with Race Director: Santiago Lopez for the 2024 Adventure World Racing Championship Ecuador
In this episode of the podcast, Chip and Andrea interview Race Director, Santiago Lopez for the 2024 Huairasinchi Adventure World Racing Championship in Ecuador. The expedition race will run on November 26 – December 8, 202...
March 29, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:03:50
Movie Review: Arthur The King
We hit the cinemas in Richmond, Virginia last weekend for a watch party of Arthur the King! This podcast delves beyond the movie review, focusing on the authenticity of expedition-length races and offering invaluable insights for newcomers eage...
March 20, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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1:13:09
The Race Ramble: 2024 Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Adventure Race with thisABILITY Racing Dos
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March 07, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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1:15:39
The Race Ramble: 2024 Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Expedition Race
Join Chip, Andrea, Mark, and Mike as they dive deep into the events of the recent 2024 Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Adventure Race.
March 05, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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1:47:25
The Mailbag: Florida Sea to Sea Race Preparation
In this episode of The Mailbag, Chip and Andrea draw upon their five years of experience to help equip newer teams for the upcoming Florida Sea to Sea 72Hr Expedition Race taking place from February 22nd to 25th, 2024.
February 19, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:10:46
Adventuring in Turrialba, Costa Rica
Chip and Andrea visit Costa Rica! Joining them in this podcast is their adventure racing friend, Pablo from Turrialba. Check out Pablo's family business where they enjoyed a "Glamping" experience in the jungle.
January 19, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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53:55
The Mailbag: Everything You Wanted to Know About Packrafts, and Then Some
In this episode of the Mailbag, Chip and Andrea talk about everything you wanted to know about packrafts, and then some..
January 09, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:17:02
Team thisABILITY Year End Review
Join Andrea and Chip as they delve into a "year in review" of their adventure racing journey. They take you through the highs and lows of an ambitious race schedule, sharing personal stories and the valuable lessons learned along the way. As th...
December 27, 2023
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1:30:35
The Race Ramble: Female Solo National Winners - Brenda Carlson and Lisa Randall
Breaking barriers and unveiling triumphs! Join Andrea Anderson as she interviews Brenda Carlson and Lisa Randall, Female Adventure Racing Solo National Championship Winners.
November 30, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:05:29
The Race Ramble: 2023 Adventure Racing Solo National Championship
The Race Ramble for the Adventure Racing Solo National Championship is out! Tune in to hear what happened at the race. Both Andrea Anderson and
November 28, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:01:02
The Race Ramble: ARWS World Championship - Eastern Cape
Join Team thisABILITY as teammates,
November 20, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:47:01
The Mailbag: Navigation, Bike Shorts & Wild Bill Sighting
Our next "Mailbag" episode is out. This time we answer questions from listeners about keeping the team involved in navigation during expeditions, what to wear on long bike rides to avoid chafing, a "Wild Bill" sighting and the fun involve...
October 10, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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56:33
Adventure Racing Lighting System
One of the most common questions we get from racers is about the lighting system we use. Click this link for a detailed deep dive into the lighting system we have been using for all of our expeditions.
October 06, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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46:34
The Race Ramble: Bears Ears
With less than two minutes on the clock, Chip squeaked out another 1st place win overall at the Bear Ears HR Adventure Race.
September 22, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:00:24