Lotti Brinks | 2026 Western States 100 Pre-Race Interview

Simply put, Lotti Brinks is one of the best ultrarunners in the sport right now. Over the last 2 years, she’s secured multiple top 10s at CCC, wins at Way Too Cool and Desert Rats, and a course record at the Gorge Waterfalls 100K this past spring that perhaps heralded her arrival into the upper ranks of the sport. This is her second time at Western. She was here in 2024, placing 14th in 18:53. But many expect her to be a podium contender in 2026. Since this is our first ever interview with Lotti on Singletrack, we use the opportunity to get to know her a bit more - her background, what motivation her pursuit of excellence in the ultra world, being coached by the great Tyler Green, and what her goals are for race day. Partners: * Precision Fuel and Hydration - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout for 15% off your next order * Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made * Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains Follow Singletrack on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runsingletrack/ Subscribe to Singletrack on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/singletrack/id1572382413 Subscribe to Singletrack on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jAsWCRNSCU8nh81vrAaC2?si=3ac02e4e32b946c4