Endurance

New Zealand’s Routeburn Track: Tips & Gear to Run It in a Day

The Routeburn Track is a world-renowned hiking trail in New Zealand. Many enjoy this Great Walk as a multiday hike. Or you can run it…

Written by Chelsey Magness March 22, 2019

Appalachian Trail FKT: Watch Joe ‘Stringbean’ McConaughy’s 2017 Record

In 2017, Joe ‘Stringbean’ McConaughy set both the supported and self-supported records on the Appalachian Trail. This video documents his efforts, told largely from a…

Written by Nate Mitka March 22, 2019

Patagonia Camp Cup: Tick This Adventure Race Off Your Bucket List Now

Head to one of the most beautiful places in the world and compete in a variety of races. The Patagonia Camp Cup offers competitors a…

Written by Aaron Bible March 21, 2019

Watch: Terrifying Video of Kilian Jornet Running Ridges in Norway

For 3 minutes, you can watch this mountain goat in his natural habitat. Kilian Jornet never ceases to amaze.

Written by Nate Mitka March 18, 2019

5 Fitness Apps for Running Smarter in the City

Keep these fitness apps in your back pocket to run smarter, safer, and with more motivation.

Written by Christine Curtin March 12, 2019

How to Hike 25-Plus Miles a Day: A Thru-Hiker Explains

Hiking 25 miles in a day is absolutely doable. That may sound unrealistic to some, but thru-hikers do 25 miles every day. For months on…

Written by Paul Ingram March 05, 2019

Watch Rickey Gates Run Every Street in San Francisco

In 2018, Rickey Gates ran every single street in the bustling West Coast city. He covered 1,303 miles in 46 days!

Written by Nate Mitka March 05, 2019

Adventure Race Gear: The Patagonian Expedition Race Winning Kit

Our contributor and her team share the adventure racing gear it took to win the Patagonia Expedition Race, a rugged 600-km race across Patagonia, Chile.

Written by Chelsey Magness February 25, 2019

Breaking Down Kilian Jornet’s 24-Hour Uphill Record Gear

Last week, Kilian Jornet did what he does best, crushing the 24-hour record for vertical gain. This is the kit he used to do it.

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2019

FKTs of the Year: Karel Sabbe, Alyssa Godesky Take Top Honors for Record Times

Fastest known times by Karel Sabbe on the Appalachian Trail and Alyssa Godesky on the Vermont Long Trail won awards from FastestKnownTime.com in 2018.

Written by Nate Mitka January 28, 2019

Colin O’Brady Controversy: Polar Exploration’s Dubious Route to Fame

Colin O’Brady recently claimed to be the first person to cross Antarctica solo, unaided, and unassisted. Some have since refuted this. But his attempt sends…

Written by Julie Kailus January 18, 2019

Breastfeeding Mom Jasmin Paris Beats Everybody in 268-Mile UK Ultra

British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris became the first woman to win the 268-mile Montane Spine Race. And she did it while stopping to pump for her…

Written by Julie Kailus January 18, 2019

Jornet, House, Johnston: Big Names Pen Book for Uphill Athletes

Three powerhouses of endurance performance teamed up to write Patagonia’s latest book, ‘Training for the Uphill Athlete: A Manual for Mountain Runners and Ski Mountaineers.’

Written by Nate Mitka January 15, 2019

Max Data: Under Armour Headphones Pair With Shoes, Watch, Phone

In a partnership with JBL and Samsung, Under Armour launches the True Wireless Flash headphones. UA claims it has perfected the integrated digital running experience…

Written by Aaron H. Bible January 14, 2019

Run Power: Treadmill Is World’s First Grid-Worthy Energy Producer

With the launch of the Verde treadmill, sustainable fitness equipment-maker SportsArt is at the forefront of producing electricity as a byproduct of human exercise.

Written by Julie Kailus January 11, 2019

Adventure at the End of the World: Winning the Patagonian Expedition Race

We talked with the champions of the 2018 Patagonia Expedition Race — 7 days and 600 km across one of the wildest places on Earth.

Written by Mallory Paige & Chelsey Magness January 02, 2019

Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim in Winter: The Gear I Used

I ran 51 miles of steep and dusty Grand Canyon trails to run the Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim in the winter. And I used this gear to do…

Written by Andy Cochrane December 28, 2018

Colin O’Brady Completes Historic Solo Trek Across Antarctica

American adventurer Colin O’Brady, 33, just completed a record-setting 921-mile unsupported solo journey across Antarctica.

Written by Julie Kailus December 26, 2018

How HOKA ONE ONE Built My Favorite Trail Shoe, the Speedgoat 3

Take an early look at the Speedgoat 3, which our reporter tested for three months over 500 miles.

Written by Andy Cochrane December 19, 2018

Rickey Gates Runs Every Single Street in San Francisco

Just 46 days ago, Gates set off to run Every Single Street in San Fransisco. Now, he’s covered 1,303 miles and seen every nook and…

Written by Nate Mitka December 18, 2018

Obstacle Race Giant ‘Spartan’ Adds Trail Running Series

With the launch of its 12-race Spartan Trail series, the world’s largest obstacle course racing brand is officially entering the sport of trail running.

Written by Julie Kailus December 06, 2018

Rob Krar and Depression: ‘The Most Powerful Force in My Life’

Ultrarunning phenom Rob Krar speaks openly and frankly about his struggle with depression in the short film from the Movember Foundation.

Written by GJ Staff November 29, 2018

Vague Path: Your Almost Official Guide to Fell Running

Americans don’t really get Britain’s fell running. Is it mountain running? Is it trail running? Why does it get its own designation? So we asked…

Written by Julie Kailus November 29, 2018

Watch: Kenyan Pro Runner Powers Her Home With BioLite Lights

Jane Kibii grew up in rural Kenya without electricity. After running professionally in the U.S., she was able to fully equip her family’s home with…

Written by GJ Staff November 27, 2018

From Skis to Trail Shoes: Julian Carr’s Cross-Training Gear

Julian Carr isn’t just a big name in big air. He loves running up and skiing down mountains: That’s why he started the Cirque Series,…

Written by Molly Hurford November 26, 2018

CA Wildfires Force Cancellation of The North Face Endurance Challenge Championships

All events, including the preeminent 50-mile ultrarace, will be scrubbed this year due to ‘unhealthy air quality levels’ from the Camp Fire.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 14, 2018

5,300 Miles in 98 Days: Pete Kostelnick Runs From Alaska to Florida

From Anchor Point, Alaska, to Key West, Fla., Pete Kostelnick ran diagonally across the U.S. He averaged 50 miles per day for his 5,000-plus-mile trek.

Written by Nate Mitka November 14, 2018

Beastly Beauty: Maloja’s Pretty MTB Apparel Performs

Maloja, a German activewear brand, is making inroads in the United States by adding some Euro spunk to a black sea of spandex.

Written by Julie Kailus November 13, 2018

2 Explorers Are Attempting Solo Antarctic Crossings This Month

Most explorers who have tried to cross Antarctica solo either died or needed rescue. Despite that, two trekkers are attempting independent crossings right now.

Written by Julie Kailus November 09, 2018

Pro Recovery Tips for the Amateur Athlete

Train smart, rest up, and perform better. Pro adventure athletes share their favorite active recovery tips and tools.

Written by Chelsey and Jason Magness November 07, 2018

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