Endurance

First Look: 20-Mile Test Of Asics ‘Gel’ Shoe

This Asics shoe is a lightweight road runner. We tested it on a Ragnar relay.

Written by Sean McCoy April 28, 2014

Urban Adventure… 12-Mile Course, Checkpoints In ‘CITYTRAIL’ Race

We hosted an urban adventure event with Salomon. It was complete with maps and app-based navigation, puzzles, checkpoints, and physical challenges around the city.

Written by Stephen Regenold April 26, 2014

American Wins Boston Marathon… Wearing Skechers Shoes

American Meb Keflezighi won the Boston Marathon in a blazing time of 2:08:37 (4:54 mile pace) to become the first American man to win the…

Written by Patrick Murphy April 21, 2014

Boston Marathon Winner Wore Names Of Victims On Bib

The first American to win the Boston Marathon since 1983 carried this small tribute with him every step of the way.

Written by Sean McCoy April 21, 2014

Running Paris: Salomon ‘CityTrail’ Video

Even in the city, there’s always something for the enterprising runner to explore.

Written by Sean McCoy April 21, 2014

Video Chronicles Intensely Competitive ‘Lake Sonoma 50’ Ultra Race

It’s really tough to pack a 50-mile footrace into a five minute video, but this edit does just that, following the action as the best…

Written by Sean McCoy April 18, 2014

Is This The Future Of ‘Adventure’ Racing? Hashtags Serve As Check-ins

Our editor raced the Questival last weekend, a 24-hour race based on social media platforms.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling April 18, 2014

100+ Miles Thru Mountains… ‘Barkley Marathons’ Is Nearly-Impossible Race

Barkley Marathons is one of the toughest races in the world, with just 16 finishers completing the “trail that eats its young” since 1995. In…

Written by Sean McCoy April 09, 2014

Overnight, In A Van, With Strangers: How To Crush A Ragnar Relay

Running a 200-mile relay race through unfamiliar towns and over hilly rural roads is tough, but a whole lot of fun with a little help…

Written by Sean McCoy April 09, 2014

Altra Olympus Tested For 230 ‘Max Cushion’ Miles

An ultrarunner goes 100+ miles on back-to-back weekends in a new, super-thick-soled shoe and reports back with good news.

Written by Sean McCoy April 07, 2014

Time To Run (in the city!)… Announcing Salomon/GearJunkie ‘CITYTRAIL’ Race

Salomon is partnering with GearJunkie on a unique running event in Minneapolis.

Written by Stephen Regenold April 02, 2014

German ‘Foot Scan’ Test Basis Of BIOM Footwear Line

We test four shoes all based on the “average shape” of 2,500 foot scans.

Written by Sean McCoy April 01, 2014

Field Test: Vasque ‘Super-Cush’ Trail Running Shoe Fails To Impress

This shoe has a super thick sole and lots of technology, but it failed to impress our reviewer.

Written by Sean McCoy March 28, 2014

First Look: ‘Updated’ Saucony Virrata 2 Maintains Greatness

How do you make a great shoe better? Leave it alone.

Written by Sean McCoy March 24, 2014

‘Run Until You’re Caught’ In New ‘Chase’ Race For Charity

In this race, held simultaneously at locations around the world, the last runner caught wins.

Written by Sean McCoy March 20, 2014

‘HTFU’… And Eight More Tips For Conquering Your First 50K

Our editor ran her third 50K last weekend. Here are a few tips she’s learned along the way.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling March 18, 2014

A Race Thru The Jungle… Video Details Epic Adventure Across Belize

This is what it looks like to race for 220 miles through the jungle with no rest for three days and nights. You won’t believe…

Written by Sean McCoy March 17, 2014

Video: His First Race Was Against Horses, 40 Years Later He’s Still Running

In 1974, Gordy Ainsleigh competed against horses in a 100-mile run that gave birth to one of the most famous ultra races in the world.…

Written by Sean McCoy March 14, 2014

Duct Tape, Mountain Bikes, Bins Of ‘Energy Food’… The Needed Equipment To Race

A new video of our sponsored racers on Team YogaSlackers/GearJunkie gives an inside look at the equipment, food, and physical considerations needed to excel in…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 09, 2014

7 Days Of Jungle Treks, Whitewater Rivers, Zip-Lines… AR World Championships Video

Watch as Team Tecnu goes for 175 hours across Costa Rica in the race of their lives.

Written by Stephen Regenold March 02, 2014

Video: Ultra Runner Hits The Road

“All you need is a pair of shoes and you’re off and running. The adventures are really endless at that point.” This video makes us…

Written by Sean McCoy February 20, 2014

Three-Day Race Across Belize. Team YogaSlackers/GearJunkie 1st Place!

It took 200 miles of biking, trekking, and canoeing — plus around-the-clock strategy and map and compass navigation — but our team won!

Written by Stephen Regenold February 16, 2014

Ultra Runner Kilian Jornet Voted ‘Adventurer Of Year’

Ultra runner, sky runner, ski mountaineer… whatever you call him, Jornet is one of the top endurance athletes on the planet today.

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2014

Popular Urban Running Routes Represented In Stunning ‘Data Maps’

Collective data from thousands of running routes is put into an amazing display.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 10, 2014

‘Maya Mountain Adventure Challenge’ (Team YogaSlackers Race Prep Video)

Our athletes are headed to Belize next month to race. This video offers a peek into their training for the big event.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 23, 2014

The Guy With This Sticker On His Truck Can Run Farther Than You

When your standard distance-bragging stickers aren’t high enough. Athlete Kelly Agnew runs 48-hour race and gets a 201.56-mile sticker.

Written by Sean McCoy January 16, 2014

‘I Ran Until The Day I Went Into Labor,’ says Mother, Ultra Runner

No bed rest for this pregnant mom – featured in an episode of Salomon Running TV. Watch as she waits until delivery day to keep…

Written by Sean McCoy January 15, 2014

Video: Dog Smokes Biker During Downhill Romp Through Forest

Ok, so the runner does have the advantage of four legs, but man does the dog (and the biker) fly in this beautiful, fun video.

Written by Sean McCoy January 14, 2014

It’s 20-Below Zero. Our Editor’s Advice To Associated Press? Go Running!

The Associated Press interviewed Minnesota resident and GearJunkie founder Stephen Regenold this weekend about his outdoor exercise habits on the coldest winter days.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 06, 2014

No Need To Run 100 Miles. Get Ultra Trophy ‘Leadville 100’ Buckle The Easy Way

You have to run 100 miles over mountains to earn this belt buckle (or just buy it on eBay). Ultra runner starts the bidding for…

Written by Sean McCoy January 06, 2014

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