Endurance

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.

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…

Written by Sam Anderson November 30, 2021

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…

Written by Cory Smith November 29, 2021

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.

Written by Mary Murphy November 17, 2021

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.

Q&A With Chris Fisher: Meet the Man Who Broke the ‘Max Vert’ World Record

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.

Written by Mary Murphy November 12, 2021

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.

Written by Sam Anderson November 08, 2021

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.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 08, 2021

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…

Written by Rebecca Parsons November 05, 2021

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…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 27, 2021

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…

Written by Sam Anderson October 26, 2021

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…

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.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 26, 2021

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…

Written by Sean McCoy October 25, 2021

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…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 20, 2021

‘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…

Written by Mary Murphy October 14, 2021

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…

Written by Mary Murphy October 08, 2021

‘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.

Written by Sam Anderson October 07, 2021

‘Mountain Runner’ Summits 189 Peaks, Runs 500 Miles in 1 Month

On Sept. 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…

Written by Sam Anderson October 06, 2021

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…

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2021

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…

Written by Sam Anderson & Kyle Nossaman September 29, 2021

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…

Written by Sam Anderson September 28, 2021

Sika Henry Becomes US’s First Black Female Pro Triathlete

On Sunday, Sept. 26, Sika Henry crossed the finish line for the first time since earning her USA Triathlon Elite pro card.

Written by Jilli Cluff September 27, 2021

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.…

Written by Cory Smith September 16, 2021

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.’

Written by Jilli Cluff September 15, 2021

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…

Written by Tim Newcomb September 09, 2021

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…

Written by Sam Anderson September 02, 2021

‘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.

Written by Sam Anderson September 02, 2021

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.

Written by Mary Murphy August 27, 2021

The Gear That Won the Leadville Trail 100 Run

It’s renowned for being the highest-elevation centennial race in the world, and draws athletes from all corners of the globe to compete. This is what…

Written by Will Brendza August 27, 2021

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