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Sage Advice From Determined Winter Death Racer – Dion Mindykowski | LotDR Episode 039

  • August 6, 2020
  • Tony Matesi

Welcome to the Legend of the Death Race Podcast, where you’ll hear the legends of past Death Racers, new and old.

In the thirty-ninth episode of the podcast, we hear from Dion Mindykowski. In 2014 Dion happened upon a chance meeting with one of Death Race’s most recognizable figures, leading him down the path that would become his legend. Recognizing his strength in cold weather led him to discover the drive to face the more challenging climates of the Vermont summers. Through all his races he regularly draws on his experience from previous events to help him move ever closer to his goals. Listen as he recalls his most memorable moments and the continued quest for more…

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📚 Book Mentions:

  • Endure by Alex Hutchinson
  • Running with Sherman by Christopher McDougall

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💀 What’s Up in My World:

I visited Mount Rainier National Park and explored the Third Burroughs Mountain, what a view!

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