Endurance

The Best Running Hats of 2025

Whether pounding the pavement or hitting the trail, we’ve found the best running hats from REI, Brooks, Patagonia, and more!

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Tim Newcomb April 15, 2025

The Best Running Sunglasses of 2025

Keep your eyes protected with our favorite shades, including Oakley, District Vision, Goodr, and more.

Written by Will Porter April 11, 2025

The Best Men’s Running Shirts of 2025

We put countless miles into finding the best running shirts. Here are our picks from Icebreaker, Arc’teryx, and more.

Written by Cory Smith, Billy Brown and Will Porter April 09, 2025

The Barkley Marathons Return ‘Harder Than Ever’: Watch Athletes Push Themselves to the Brink

Not many people finish the infamously challenging Barkley Marathon — this year, after multiple people finished in 2023 and 2024, the organizers made the race…

Written by Will Brendza March 27, 2025

‘Brutal’ Ultrarunning Event Ends With No Finishers This Year

Facing a new course, not a single athlete was able to complete the notoriously difficult Barkley Marathons in this week’s event.

Written by Sarah Brady March 21, 2025

Over-Stacked: Ultramarathon Winner Disqualified for Illegal Shoes

HOKA athlete Rajpaul Pannu said he didn’t realize his shoes were 8 mm over the max cushion allowed in the race: ‘My actions weren’t intentional.’

Written by Andrew McLemore February 20, 2025

300 Miles of ‘Mind-Blowing Scenery’: New Zealand Adventure Race Begins This Weekend

The MAGNIficent serves as the first qualifying race for the Adventure Racing World Series. Participating teams must bike, raft, climb, and hike to finish the…

Written by Andrew McLemore January 22, 2025

FKT Controversy: Ultrarunner Stunned by Plea Bargain for Cutting Switchback; Trial Set for Spring

The plea deal offered to Michelino Sunseri by the prosecutor of his case would have banned the professional endurance athlete from Grand Teton National Park…

Written by Will Brendza December 24, 2024

Run Clubs Over Night Clubs: Gear and Trends From Strava 2024 Year-End Report

Strava dropped its 2024 ‘Year in Sport: Trend Report’ in December — some of the findings might surprise you as much as they did us.

Written by Will Brendza December 20, 2024

New AR World Champions: French Racers Dethrone Swedish Armed Forces Team

Early Wednesday morning, the 400 Team from France crossed the finish line of the Adventure Race World Championships in Cuenca, Ecuador, unseating the current two-time…

Written by Will Brendza December 04, 2024

Neck & Neck: AR World Champs Headed for Razor Finish

The Adventure Racing World Championship winners are expected to arrive at the finish line in Cuenca, Ecuador, on the morning of Wednesday, Dec. 4. Which…

Written by Will Brendza December 03, 2024

The Best Compression Socks of 2024

Compression socks can be a helpful recovery tool for cyclists, runners, and athletes in general. Here are our favorites from brands like CEP, 2XU, and…

Written by Will Porter November 25, 2024

70 Miles a Day? 800-Mile Arizona Trail FKT Was ‘An Absolute Blast’

Despite a rough start, a new baby, and losing his hat in the desert, Nick Fowler still pulled off one of the most impressive running…

Written by Andrew McLemore November 25, 2024

100-Mile FKT Across Antarctica in Under 24 Hours: ‘I Have No Plans to Do This Again’

Endurance athletes Paul Johnson and Rob Sembiante set a new world record and scored an FKT, running 100 miles in Antarctica in less than 24…

Written by Will Brendza November 20, 2024

The Best Jogging Strollers of 2024

We rounded up the best jogging strollers of 2024 with options for every parent and budget. Top picks include Thule, BOB, and more.

Written by Jenny Altman November 14, 2024

The Best Running Shorts of 2025

Our experts compiled a list of the best men’s running shorts available today, including options from Patagonia, Adidas, and more!

Written by Cory Smith November 08, 2024

Hiking Rookie Scores ‘Accidental’ FKT in Colorado Rockies

To escape from the pain of a chronic health condition, a hiking newbie creates (and crushes) a massive challenge in the Colorado Rockies: the Cloud…

Written by Andrew McLemore November 04, 2024

The Best Running Insoles of 2024

The best running insoles can provide a more specialized fit, more comfort, and better support. Here are our favorites from Superfeet Sole, and more!

Written by Will Porter October 29, 2024

The Best Running Headphones of 2024

We tested and ranked the best running headphones of 2024, including pairs from Beats, SoundCore, and JBL.

Written by Sam Anderson October 28, 2024

‘The Most Unique Race on Earth’ Has Baby Goats, World’s Largest Sauna: Wild Times at the Runningman Festival

Luminary speakers, health seminars, live music, and a choose-your-own-distance race — don’t miss Runningman Festival.

Written by Will Porter October 24, 2024

Park Rangers Charge North Face Athlete for Cutting Switchback on FKT Attempt

Michelino Sunseri cut a switchback during his FKT attempt in September. Now the athlete is facing charges from the National Park Service.

Written by Will Brendza October 22, 2024

The Breakthrough Mindset and Fitness Helping Tyler Andrews Smash FKTs in the Himalayas

Tyler Andrews joined a small group of runners by bringing endurance techniques to the world’s highest mountains.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 11, 2024

Final Race: TransRockies Run to End After 17 Years

TransRockies Race organizers said ‘more permits and more restrictions’ will force the event to close.

Written by Will Brendza October 04, 2024

Tara Dower Sets New Overall Supported Fastest Known Time on the Appalachian Trail

Tara Dower set a new overall supported fastest known time (FKT) on the Appalachian Trail in September 2024, beating Karel Sabbe’s 2018 record.

Written by Eszter Horanyi September 23, 2024

Grand Teton FKT Rejected: Recent Record Disqualified Over Cut Switchback

The FKT on Grand Teton made waves in the endurance world in early September — however, one shortcut may have cost the athlete his record.

Written by Will Brendza September 18, 2024

120 Triathlons in 120 Days: Inside the Mind of World Record-Breaker Jonas Deichmann

You might think that anyone who can endure 4 straight months of nonstop triathlons is a glutton for pain and misery. You’d be wrong.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 18, 2024

CA Man Attempts Long-Standing Grand Teton FKT Record: Who Is Michelino Sunseri?

After 44 summits in 4 years and over 200 hours of recon, on September 2, 2024, Michelino Sunseri claimed the fastest known time for summiting…

Written by Will Brendza September 10, 2024

August Storm: CO Trail Sees Record Number of FKTs in Just 9 Days

With four possible routes, the Colorado Trail has been a huge target for FKT attempts in the last several years. This summer, records fell in…

Written by Will Brendza September 04, 2024

FKT or Starve: Food Miscalculation Motivates Iceland Traverse in Under a Week

Hunter Leininger is a highly experienced adventure racer and endurance athlete. He attempted an FKT in Iceland recently that put all of his survival, navigation…

Written by Will Brendza September 03, 2024

Firefighter Turned Pro-Ultrarunner Says Emergency Response Made Her a Mountain Beast

With a background in firefighting, Emma Cook-Clark has the metal fortitude to push through almost any endurance challenge — she reflects on her past and…

Written by Will Brendza August 15, 2024

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