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Podcast: The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
Episode: Karel Sabbe | FKT Legend & Barkley Marathons Finisher
Description: Karel Sabbe is a trail runner for On from Belgium, specializing in long trail FKTs. Most notably Karel set the PCT FKT in 2016, the AT FKT in 2021, the Via Alpina FKT in 2021, and the PCT FKT again in 2023. He is also a Barkley Marathons finisher and Bigs Backyard Ultra World Champion. The longer and harder the adventures, the more he excels. This is his first appearance on the podcast. Topics discussed: Karel's early exposure to long trail hiking The original inspiration to pursue FKTs The psychological and spiritual space Karel discovers in long efforts Karel's two completions on the PCT...