Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Welcome to Flagstaff Bound, a special Cocodona 250 series brought to you by the @DistanceToEmptyPod and hosted by Kevin Goldberg and Peter Noyes.
In this episode of Flagstaff Bound, Inaugural champion Michael Versteeg joins the show to discuss his deep connection with Cocodona. Michael reflects on the double-edged sword of experience and how intimate course knowledge can be as much of a mental trap as it is a tactical advantage and the reality of navigating the intense media attention and the 24/7 livestream surrounding the event.
From the glory of the first win to the grit required to return after last year's Sedona DNF, Michael offers an honest look at his evolving relationship with the 250-mile distance.
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Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.
We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.
From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.
From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.
Come explore with us.
More Info Below:
Sign up for next year's event aravaiparunning.com/races
Get Live Updates live.aravaiparunning.com
Follow us on Social
Instagram instagram.com/aravaiparunning
Facebook facebook.com/aravaiparunning
Twitter twitter.com/AravaipaRunning
Follow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events instagram.com/aravaiparides
Subscribe to Run Steep Get High youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
Welcome to Flagstaff Bound, a special Cocodona 250 series brought to you by the @DistanceToEmptyPod and hosted by Kevin Goldberg and Peter Noyes.
In this episode of Flagstaff Bound, Inaugural champion Michael Versteeg joins the show to discuss his deep connection with Cocodona. Michael reflects on the double-edged sword of experience and how intimate course knowledge can be as much of a mental trap as it is a tactical advantage and the reality of navigating the intense media attention and the 24/7 livestream surrounding the event.
From the glory of the first win to the grit required to return after last year's Sedona DNF, Michael offers an honest look at his evolving relationship with the 250-mile distance.
--
Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.
We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.
From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.
From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.
Come explore with us.
More Info Below:
Sign up for next year's event aravaiparunning.com/races
Get Live Updates live.aravaiparunning.com
Follow us on Social
Instagram instagram.com/aravaiparunning
Facebook facebook.com/aravaiparunning
Twitter twitter.com/AravaipaRunning
Follow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events instagram.com/aravaiparides
Subscribe to Run Steep Get High youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
