Endurance

A Cotton-Merino Alternative to Synthetic-Based Windbreakers: icebreaker Shell+ Review

Icebreaker’s Shell+ Merino Cotton Windbreaker offers lightweight weather protection without petroleum-based textiles like nylon and polyester.

Written by Michael Charboneau December 15, 2023

‘Like a Lead Balloon’ — When Your First Ultra Is the Leadville 100

Can ‘normal guy’ Jeff Beecham overcome personal tragedy to complete his first-ever ultra — one of the world’s toughest courses?

Written by Andrew Marshall December 15, 2023

The Headlamp That Helped Me Podium at Leadville 100: Black Diamond Distance 1500 Review

The Distance 1500 headlamp from Black Diamond makes it possible to zone out and plod on all night long without worrying (too much) about surviving…

Written by Lucie Hanes December 13, 2023

In ‘Arthur the King,’ Mark Wahlberg Brings Story of Adventure Racing Dog to Big Screen

This drama based on a 2014 adventure race in Ecuador also stars Simu Liu, Nathalie Emmanuel, and Bear Grylls (as himself).

Written by Andrew McLemore November 16, 2023

BIPOC Scholarship Opens to Prepare a New Generation of Polar Explorers

Larsen’s new scholarship honors the memory of Matthew Henson, a Black polar explorer active in the early 1900s.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 09, 2023

Leadville 100 Film Dives Into 40 Years of Old Footage, Race History

The Leadville Trail 100 is about as iconic as any race can get. If you want to know why, tune in to this premiere.

Written by Mary Murphy November 08, 2023

Apply for Epic Dogsled Adventure: Fjällräven Polar Challenge Opens Up 2024 Slots

No arctic experience is required to apply for this dog-sledding challenge stretching across 186 miles of the Scandinavian tundra.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 31, 2023

The IRONMAN GOAT Ends Stunning Career in Kona: The Remarkable Reign of Daniela Ryf

A look back at the legacy of Daniela Ryf, five-time IRONMAN World Champion

Written by Lucie Hanes October 27, 2023

Swedish Armed Forces Team Clinches 2023 Adventure Racing World Championship in South Africa

The team trekked, cycled and kayaked their way through 522 miles of South African terrain in just 118 hours, 33 minutes, and 26 seconds.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 24, 2023

Ultra-Parenting: UTMB Runners on Training, Life With a New Addition to the Family

With a new baby in tow, Rachel Drake and Tyler Green have made ultra-running and training the keys to love — with the right gear.

Lucy Charles-Barclay Wins First Standalone Women’s IRONMAN World Championships

A host of harrowing triumphs came together on the Big Island to bring the first-ever IRONMAN women’s world championships to life.

Written by Lucie Hanes October 15, 2023

‘Get FKT’: Merrell Signs New Athletes With Race Challenge

FKTs have become a marketable quantity post-pandemic. Are they on par with traditional race wins or social media influence as the new path to pro…

Written by Craig Randall October 13, 2023

2,600 Miles in 46 Days: Watch Karel Sabbe Crush the Pacific Crest Trail

Take a long walk with Karel Sabbe, who averaged 50 miles a day in his record-setting run of the PCT.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 10, 2023

Running Debate: Lined vs. Unlined Shorts

If you’re a runner, you’re probably in one of two camps: running shorts with liners, or without. I am firmly entrenched in the ‘no liners’…

Written by Sean McCoy and M.T. Elliott October 02, 2023

This Documentary About the San Quentin ‘Prison Marathon’ Looks Incredible

For the runners of the San Quentin Prison Marathon, it’s about so much more than crossing the finish line.

Written by Andrew Marshall September 28, 2023

26-Year-Old Breaks Women’s Marathon World Record by Over 2 Minutes

Ethiopian Tigist Assefa took first place at the Berlin Marathon over the weekend, smashing a 4-year-old record in the process.

Written by Andrew Marshall September 25, 2023

Lachlan Morton Scorches the Tour Divide Route Record, but Won’t Get the FKT

Thunderstorms, wildlife, and only 6 hours of sleep a night? All in a few weeks’ work for Lachlan Morton.

Written by Andrew Marshall September 18, 2023

FKT Smasher Jack Kuenzle Breaks His Own Record on Presidential Traverse

Ultrarunner Jack Kuenzle is something of an FKT phenomenon. And with this latest accomplishment, he shows no signs of slowing down.

Written by Andrew Marshall September 15, 2023

Eszter Horanyi Snags Women’s Unsupported FKT on Nolan’s 14 in Colorado

Ultrarunner and writer Eszter Horanyi recently set the women’s unsupported FKT on one of Colorado’s most ferociously difficult routes.

Written by Sarah Brady September 12, 2023

LOWA Breaks New Ground With Its First Trail Running Shoes

This debut trio of shoes includes trail runners designed for comfort, speed, and versatility — all built upon the brand’s mountain performance DNA.

Midwest Native Sets FKT on Minnesota’s Superior Hiking Trail

Andrea Larson wanted to set an FKT on the Superior Hiking Trail, despite having no experience with that kind of thing — so she made a…

Written by Will Brendza September 08, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of LOWA All-Terrain Running Shoes

This week, three lucky winners will win a pair of LOWA ATR trail running shoes — the bootmaker’s first foray into the trail running space.

Long-Distance Legend: Meet the Man Who Skateboarded Across the US 5 Times

Crossing the U.S. at all — by bike, foot, or car — is impressive. For Jack Smith, jettisoning across the country by skate deck became…

Written by Claire Barber September 06, 2023

2,650 Miles in 46 Days: FKT Athlete Breaks Down His Recent PCT Record

Karel Sabbe wasn’t satisfied with the first FKT he set on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2016 — so, he returned this year to smash…

Written by Will Brendza September 06, 2023

The Fastest Backpack You’ve Never Heard Of: Outdoor Vitals Skyline Fastpack Review

If you’re a speed backpacker or mountain runner looking to move farther and faster in the backcountry, the Outdoor Vitals Skyline Fastpack is made for…

Written by Bergen Tjossem August 30, 2023

Colorado Trail FKT: Nina Bridges Smashes ‘Old’ Record by 6+ Hours

Less than a month after Tara Dower set the supported women’s FKT on the Colorado Trail, Nina Bridges set a new one — and not…

Written by Will Brendza August 25, 2023

Training for a 200-Mile Ultramarathon: 3 Runners, 3 Strategies, and the Gear They Use

Runners share training tips, exercise philosophies, and essential gear for big-mountain races as they prepare to run the Italian Tor des Géants.

Written by Will Matuska August 25, 2023

Woman Breaks a 20-Year-Old Supported FKT on the 567-Mile Colorado Trail

What started as a two-person, self-supported record attempt turned into an epic solo performance for Tara Dower. And a historical moment for Colorado Trail FKTs.

Written by Drew Dawson August 24, 2023