Low Tide Boyz, a Swimrun Podcast11 Juni 2020

Asher Clark of Vivobarefoot

Welcome to episode twenty-three of the Low Tide Boyz, a Swimrun Podcast!

On this week’s show, we have Asher Clark, the Co-founder of Vivobarefoot. We will be talking about the origin story of the company and do deep dive into the new Vivobarefoot ECS Tempest Swimrun shoe. (We also talked about surfing, which is awesome!) More on that later in the show.

We added another thing to the list of “things the Low Tide Boyz are doing” with the first swimrun column at Triathlete Magainze! Be sure to give it a read and share it with your networks.

Training is about to get a kick in the pants as it appears that pools are starting to open and open water swims are now fully allowed at our usual spot. RIP to our shoulders! We also just dropped our ARK Keel Swimrun Pull Buoy Review, so be sure to check that out as well.

We wanted to give a shout out this week to Helene from Sweden. She has been sending kind words and feedback along since the very beginning. Thanks for the support Helene!

Now for this week’s interview. We’re stoked to get to chat with Asher of Vivobarefoot. If you’re not familiar with Vivobarefoot, they are a minimalist shoe company and are a staple in the Swimrun space. The company was started in 2010 with a simple idea to make shoes that allow feet to do their thing and, in effect, respect human movement.

We chatted about the origins of the company and the simple/profound idea that feet should be allowed to unleash their natural potential and the shoe should be as minimal as possible and be as sustainable as possible by using a few materials as possible. Vivobarefoot had the goal of being sustainable since the beginning. The foundation of making a sustainable shoe for Vivo is to make sure that the shoe functions to allow for natural movement. The guiding light being regenerating as a concept and not just being sustainable as a company to get closer to the ultimate goal of mimicking nature.

Vivobarefoot got into Swimrun while they were developing their Primus trail shoe. They tested the prototype of the shoe with some elite athletes in Sweden. Asher then met with Mats Skott and Michael of Ötillö in 2015 and went for a short 10k Swimrun (No wetsuit, cold water) and Asher was hooked. Swimrun to him was one of the most visceral ways to be connected with nature. It’s human locomotion over land and you hit the coast and you keep going. The first Swimrun shoe was released soon after adapting the Primus Trail shoe for Swimrun with the now iconic orange sole.

The new Tempest shoe was a few years in the making. The ESC (Extreme Survival Collection) Tempest is basically the best Swim Run shoe on the planet, for the amphibious athlete. It is inspired by nature's aquatic animals and blended with modern technology, Vivobarefoot created a lightweight organic cage to provide flexibility, drainage and protection. The sole was developed in collaboration with Michelin to provide super grip to the ground in both slick and dry conditions. The shoe sounds awesome and looks like it would work in every race condition easily.

The main caveat to using minimal shoes is that the Tempest isn’t for everyone because there’s not a lot cushioning and if your feet aren’t used to running in barefoot or minimal shoes, you can get hurt. Like anything, it’s a journey and Vivobarefoot has a guide to transitioning to barefoot-style shoes on their website to help people transition to running well in their shoes.

Make sure to check out the Tempest shoe. They are available now!

That’s it for this week’s show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, please be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Google Podcast. You can also follow our meme page on Instagram and on Twitter. Email us at lowtideboyz@gmail.com with any feedback, suggestions and/or meme suggestions. Finally, you can also support us on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.

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OTILLO Whistler 2025 Race Report

Welcome to episode 288 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We've got a great show for everyone this week. ÖTILLÖ Whistler took place this past weekend and Chris raced the Sprint distance with fellow Swimrun evangelist, Annie Molsberry. In this show we share all the sights and sounds of the second edition of this amazing race...and perhaps saved the sport of Swimrun. Enjoy!Warm up music choice: Sweet Dreams by La Bouche.Enjoy!~~~That’s it for this week’s show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that’s the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!- Chip and Chris

10 Juli 1h 5min

Swimrun Family Vacation Planning Guide

Welcome to episode 287 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We’re both back from our respective vacations and got the idea of putting together a show about our best thinking on planning an awesome Swimrun family vacation. So here it is! In this episode, we share our best thinking on how to pitch, plan, and execute an epic Swimrun adventure with the whole family.Enjoy!~~~That’s it for this week’s show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that’s the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!- Chip and Chris

3 Juli 19min

Swimrunman Lake Vassiveire Race Report

Welcome to episode 286 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We're on vacation this week but the show must go on! In this episode, Chipper shares his race report from Swimrunman Lac De Vassiviere from this past weekend. It was an epic adventure and included all the positive Swimrun vibes that we love about this sport. Enjoy!~~~That’s it for this week’s show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that’s the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!- Chip and Chris

26 Juni 47min

Swim Drafting Science w/Brenton Ford

Welcome to episode 285 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We’ve got a great one for everyone this week. Elite swim coach and founder of Effortless Swimming, Brenton Ford, is back on the show with fresh knowledge bombs. In this conversation we chatted about becoming comfortable with open water swimming, optimal drafting techniques for Swimrun, and how to train for it all. This episode certainly falls into the “get your notepads out for this one” category.Enjoy!~~~That’s it for this week’s show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that’s the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!- Chip and Chris

19 Juni 46min

Rockman 2025 Course Preview w/Marcus Barton

Welcome to episode 284 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We are excited to welcome back our good friend and super experienced swimrunner, Marcus Barton for an in-depth course preview of the Rockman Swimrun, one of the most challenging swimruns in the world. Marcus shares his personal connection to the race, having first competed in 2015, and his journey to becoming one of the race directors. He takes us through the logistics of race day, from the early ferry ride to the start line to the breakdown of the course's various sections. We delve into gear recommendations, training tips, and strategic advice, offering valuable insights to help competitors prepare. We also discuss the mandatory gear and the unique challenges posed by the Norwegian fjords. Whether you're a seasoned swimrunner or considering adding Rockman to your bucket list, this episode is packed with essential information to ensure you have a great time.Enjoy!~~~That’s it for this week’s show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that’s the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!- Chip and Chris

12 Juni 1h 16min

Bellingham Swimrun 2025 Race Report

Welcome to episode 283 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We just got back from Bellingham Swimrun and the vibes were as Swimrun-y as ever! Joining us for this race report is our dear friend, and now teammate, Annie Molsberry. We raced as a three-person team and had a blast enjoying the amazing venue of Lake Padden. In this episode we breakdown our prep (such as it was), share our race report (unexpecting things happened), and relive what was an amazing weekend in the Pacific Northwest (already planning on going back next year!)Enjoy!~~~That’s it for this week’s show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that’s the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!- Chip and Chris

5 Juni 58min

Swimrun Volunteer Extraordinaire Christine Schiepke

Swimrun Volunteer Extraordinaire Christine SchiepkeWelcome to episode 282 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We’ve got yet another great show for everyone this week. Joining us to discuss volunteerism in Swimrun is…the Swimrun Volunteer Extraordinaire herself, the incomparable Christine Schiepke. It was so great to chat with her about the sport as seen through her eyes and certainly made us even more grateful for all the volunteers out at the races. Enjoy!~~~That’s it for this week’s show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that’s the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!- Chip and Chris

29 Maj 54min

The Norwegian Swimrun Scene w/Coach Ruben and Coach Loyd

Welcome to episode 281 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We’ve got a great episode for everyone this week. Joining us from Norway to talk about their epic Catalina/Southern California/Vegas adventure, and so much more, are Coach Loyd Færøvik and Coach Ruben Wallentinsen, a.k.a., Team Swimosaurus Flex. We met this duo in Two Harbors and knew we wanted to get them on the show. In this conversation, we covered everything from treating hills like snacks, how powerlifting can make you a better Swimrunner, and what the local Swimrun scene in Norway looks like. This was a fun one!Enjoy!~~~That’s it for this week’s show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that’s the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!- Chip and Chris

22 Maj 56min

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