EP 770: Racing the Clock: Life at the Cutoff

In this episode of Trail Runner Nation , we sit down with filmmaker Dylan Harris to talk about his powerful new film, The Cut-Off . Instead of following the front of the pack, the film shines a light on the runners fighting the clock at aid stations, chasing the courage it takes simply to continue. Dylan shares the inspiration behind the project, the stories that moved him most, and what the back-of-the-pack reveals about grit, community, and the true spirit of trail running. This conversation is a reminder that endurance isn't just about speed; it's about persistence, heart, and refusing to quit when the margin gets thin. Links: SomoCollective: Dylan's production company Arivaipa Running: Producer and site of the film, Cocadona 250 Lucy's Dad Film: another of Dylan's films Get the "1 > 0" running hat HERE . T ime Stamps 1:30 – Introducing Dylan Harris and the story behind The Cut-Off 5:00 – Why focus on back-of-the-pack runners? 10:30 – The emotional reality of chasing aid station cutoffs 18:00 – Stories from filming: moments of grit, struggle, and triumph 26:00 – What the back-of-the-pack reveals about trail culture 34:00 – The community factor: volunteers, crews, and fellow runners 42:00 – Lessons from the film for everyday runners 50:00 – Where to watch The Cut-Off and what's next for Dylan 55:00 – Final thoughts and closing

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EP 770: Racing the Clock: Life at the Cutoff is an episode from Trail Runner Nation by Trail Runner Nation.

This episode is 01:00:27 long.

This episode was published on Feb 27, 2026.

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