Hitting His Stride: Ben True Tackles NYC in Marathon Debut
Following the birth of his son and a heartbreaking miss in the 10,000m at the Olympic Trials in 2021, this track and field star was ready for a new challenge.
The Polar Grit X Pro Is a Wrist-Based Navigator, Trainer, and Fitness Tracker
Polar raises the bar with the Grit X Pro multisport watch. It now has built-in GPS and navigation, improved heart-rate tracking, and a rugged build.
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Kristian Blummenfelt Shatters IRONMAN World Record on His First Try
Norwegian triathlete Kristian Blummenfelt already held the half IRONMAN record. This month, he claimed the IRONMAN world record for the full-distance race — competing in it for the first time.
Best Boutique Running Brands for Style and Performance
If you want to stand out at your next running event — without sacrificing comfort or performance — these are the most stylish, trendy boutique brands you should shop.
USA Skimo Announces Qualifying Events for Ski Mountaineering Ahead of 2026 Olympics
A new winter sport is coming to the Olympics. And USA Skimo organizers have just announced its first qualifying events for U.S. athletes.
Reduce, Reuse, Respect: BUFF Brings REPREVE Fabric Into Its Original Neckwear Design
BUFF incorporates recycled bottles into its EcoStretch neck gaiters, adding to the brand’s mix of sustainability and versatility.
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Meet the Man Who Broke the ‘Max Vert’ World Record: Q&A With Chris Fisher
The Cirque Series, the premier max elevation mountain race, was canceled by the pandemic. That didn’t stop this runner from taking on a massive challenge.
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Appalachian Trail Record: ‘Sunny’ Eberhart Becomes Oldest to Complete Thru-Hike
M.J.‘ Sunny’ Eberhart is the oldest person to finish the Appalachian Trail. At 83 years young, he completed the hike on Sunday in Dalton, Mass.
What’s It Like to Run the Berlin Marathon? This Documentary Will Show You
‘2021 Zwift Academy Run: Road to Berlin’ is a brief but deep look into the power of community, commitment, and healthy competition.
Quick Bites: Our Favorite Protein Bars for Endurance Athletes
Protein bars have always been my go-to because they’re a quick snack I can eat before, during, or after a workout. Here’s our list of the best ones!
Red Bull Trail Heads Pits Runners Against Punishing Downhill MTB Course
On Saturday, Nov. 13, Red Bull Trail Heads will pit trail runners against five stages of gnarly MTB singletrack on Australia’s Gold Coast. Two winners will earn a spot on 2022’s Red Bull 400 roster.
2021 Marathon des Sables: Death, Record DNFs Plague ‘Toughest Footrace on Earth’
On Oct. 3, over 700 runners started the 155-mile Marathon des Sables in the Moroccan Sahara. Five days later, one had died and just 353 would finish. Why?
Training Through Autism: Triathlete Sam Holness’ Spectrum of Success
HOKA triathlete Sam Holness finished the IRONMAN in St. George, Utah, a first for an openly autistic athlete. It’s another achievement toward his larger goal of turning pro.
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Mandatory Gear: Adventure Racing National Championships
Team GearJunkie competed in a National Championship event that required 30 hours of wilderness navigation and a kit of specialized gear.
Goofy-Looking Sunglasses Offer Ultimate Protection, Great Optics
The Julbo Ultimate Cover sunglass adds a removable soft plastic nose and side shades for fall 2021. And while they certainly make a statement, the design offers excellent sun protection in a versatile athletic shade.
Harvey Lewis Breaks ‘Backyard Ultra’ World Record, Runs 354 Miles in 3.5 Days
On Oct. 19, 2021, endurance runner and high school teacher Harvey Lewis set a new ‘backyard ultra’ world record by running 354 miles in under 4 days.
‘Women in Adventure’: Garmin Spotlights Marathon Record Runner Chau Smith
You’d be hardpressed to find a runner in their 70s as accomplished as Chau Smith. But for her, it’s not just about the challenge. It’s just what she likes to do.
Running as Art: Pro Athlete, Designer Draws Inspiration From the Trail
“I just don’t run for myself, I run for others. I run for the people,” says the creator behind Janji’s latest Artist Series: trail runner Christian Gering.
‘Swedish Armed Forces’ Team Wins 2021 Adventure Racing World Series
After 97 hours of nearly continuous racing, a team of Swedish military officers won the 2021 ARWS in Gallaecia, Spain. Estonia ACE Adventure took second.
‘Mountain Runner’ Summits 189 Peaks, Runs 500 Miles in 1 Month
On Sep. 10, Welsh ‘mountain runner’ Will Renwick began a south-to-north run across Wales — and summited every peak at least 2,000 feet high on the way.
Run With Zwift: Virtual Cycling Platform Expands to Runners
Calling all runners: There’s a new sheriff in town. And in its second year as a running platform, Zwift has a few new tricks up its sleeve.
The Best Winter Running Shoes of 2021-2022
From mud to snow, we found the best winter running shoes for 2021-2022.
Garmin Enduro Review: The First Smartwatch Approved for Adventure Racing
For the first time, adventure race competitors can wear smartwatches at official events. The new Garmin Enduro has an Adventure Racing Mode that enables the change. GearJunkie’s adventure racing team tested it at the first event that sanctioned its use.
Filipino Team Dominates Obstacle Course Racing With Kilimanjaro Wins
The Filipino national team dusted the field at the inaugural Altitude OCR (obstacle course racing) World Championships at Africa’s Mount Kilimanjaro. Its athletes took gold and silver in both men’s and women’s categories. What’s next? The Olympics, they hope.
Sika Henry Becomes US’s First Black Female Pro Triathlete
On Sunday, Sep. 26, Sika Henry crossed the finish line for the first time since earning her USA Triathlon Elite pro card.
Kyle Richardson Sets an FKT in the Flatirons, Tells All
Some of the best mountain athletes I’ve ever met are rather unassuming. They never willingly talk about their accomplishments and only discuss them when asked. Even then, they don’t brag or boast.
Arcade Parkour! Freerunner Pasha Petkuns Pounces Around in ‘Human Pinball’
The boss of freerunning, Pavel ‘Pasha’ Petkuns, takes to the arcade in his latest cinematic feat, ‘The Human Pinball.’
Nuratrue Earbuds Review: Personalized Sound and Comfort for Your Ears
Nura’s focus on ultra-personalized sound gets even more precise with the release of the Nuratrue earbuds. With a novel way of customizing sound to a wearer’s unique hearing, Nuratrue puts a fresh spin on earbud audio quality.
Kyle Richardson Rages Up (and Down) Colorado Flatirons for ‘Quinfecta’ FKT
Kyle Richardson holds more speed records in the Front Range than Ricky Bobby holds in NASCAR. Now, he’s got the FKT on the sought-after Flatirons Quinfecta.
‘Unbelievably Perfect’: Maury Birdwell’s FKT on The Diamond, Longs Peak
The climber who just set the new FKT for The Diamond doesn’t care about climbing fast. But a record is a record.
2021 Will Be the Year of the Marathon: Here’s Why
Marathons have always been a popular challenge. But for 2021, they seem to become an especially historic event.
