Chasing the Black Canyon Belt Buckle with Edgar Navarrete

Less than a year ago, on this podcast, Edgar Navarrete made up his mind: He was going to run the Black Canyon 100K.

Edgar and 1,000 other runners will tee off on Black Canyon's point-to-point course through the Arizona desert this weekend. I've wanted to return to this part of our July 2025 conversation since Edgar laid the groundwork.

Edgar is coming off a finish in the 55K at the Big Bend Ultra last month, a "midterm race," as he described.

From creative runs in San Antonio to recover forgotten keys, and a portfolio of success, Edgar is looking to have fun in Arizona.

Black Canyon is an esteemed race, and Edgar is sure to make San Antonio proud.

I hope you enjoy our conversation.

Note: This interview was recorded in late January.

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