Smart Soles: NURVV Creates Biometric Inserts for Running
A wearable technology company called NURVV just announced its launch of NURVV Run — smart insoles that connect to an app to help you run better.
Lael Wilcox: How to Prepare for a Bikepacking Race
Learn how ultraendurance bicyclist Lael Wilcox utilizes komoot to guide her on biking adventures.
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Courtney Dauwalter’s Winter Running Gear Essentials
Ultrarunner Courtney Dauwalter shares her winter running gear essentials, including must-have socks, shoes, snacks, and more.
Winter Workout Tights Built Tougher Than You (or Me)
Professional adventure racer Jason Magness went on a mission to find the best winter workout tights for men. These picks will keep you warm and stand up to all manner of bushwacking, trekking, trail running, scrambling, and adventuring.
‘Last Women Standing’: Nicky Spinks Tackles the Infamous Barkleys
U.K. ultrarunner Nicky Spinks sets out in the crazy Barkley Marathons to prove that a woman can do it.
2-Hour Marathon Pace: Watch Us Try (and Fail) to Run It
We put our editors to the test at a sub-2-hour marathon pace to see how an average person stacks up to the world’s best. This is the sub-2-hour marathon challenge!
Oh God, No! Trail Runner ‘Catches’ Parasitic Worms in Her Eyes
In a nightmarish turn of events, a 68-year-old woman discovered that a cloud of flies she ran through actually left worm larvae in her eyes.
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Dane Jackson Sets New Course Record at 24th-Annual Green Race
Paddling phenom Dane Jackson set a new Green Race course record of 4:04, just missing out on cracking the 4-minute barrier. We got to chat with Jackson after his big win and get some insights on how he prepared, how the race went, and what the future holds.
Life Time Launches New Gravel Race: The Big Sugar-NWA Gravel
Life Time will stake its claim in gravel riding by building the next big off-road race in Bentonville, Arkansas. Endurance riders, meet the Big Sugar-NWA Gravel race.
You Hallucinated What?! 21 Questions With Courtney Dauwalter
Maybe the only thing more impressive than Courtney Dauwalter’s domination in ultraraces is what she sees after hours of nonstop running.
Running the New York City Marathon? Here’s What to Expect
The TCS New York City Marathon, which takes place this weekend, is among the biggest endurance-sports competitions in the world. The founder of GearJunkie ran the 26.2 last year to get a firsthand view.
Heli-Mountain Running Launches in North America
A growing number of helicopter-supported mountain run programs are popping up across high-alpine landscapes. Here’s the where and why.
Kilian Jornet Takes Title at Golden Trail World Series
Kilian Jornet — a six-time gold medalist in ski mountaineering championships — just won the Golden Trail World Series.
VaporKrar 2.0 4L Review: Run in Rob Krar’s Vest
Nathan Sports built the VaporKrar 2.0 for Rob Krar, one of the top trail runners in North America. We put it to the test.
Sub-2-Hour Marathon! Eliud Kipchoge Etches Name in History
The world’s first sub-2-hour marathon ever now belongs to Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge.
Hardest Single-Day MTB Race in America? Meet the Marji Gesick
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula hosts what many claim is the most difficult mountain bike race in America, if not the world. An average DNF rate of 60 percent foretells the fate of riders who try to reach the end of the Marji Gesick’s twisted track.
1 Chore Per Mile: Man Runs Marathon While Knocking Off To-Do List
Beau Miles is a filmmaker, kayaker, and builder. In his film, ‘A Mile an Hour,’ he’s a man on a mission to run a marathon composed of 1-mile laps — and get as much stuff accomplished as possible in between.
‘Ice Marathon’: Run Across the World’s Deepest Lake (in Siberia)
Every year, a handful of the world’s most extreme runners travel to Siberia to participate in an ‘ice marathon.’
Mirna Valerio Is a Skyrunning Inspiration
Mirna Valerio is a wife and mom. She’s also a skyrunner who’s defying the stereotypes of what a runner should look like.
New Half-Marathon Record: Geoffrey Kamworor Shatters Previous Mark
The 26-year-old Kenyan broke the previous record by 17 seconds — and nearly broke the 58-minute barrier.
205 Miles in One Run: Courtney Dauwalter Is an Ultra Addict
It takes a special kind of someone to willingly run 205 miles along the steep Tahoe Rim Trail. And this video makes it clear that ultrarunner Courtney Dauwalter is up for the challenge.
Race Down the Infamous Kitzbuhel Ski Slope — While Running
Kitzbuhel resort is home to one of the world’s steepest and toughest technical downhill ski runs. And now you can use sneakers to make the descent.
I Ran 10 Miles on the Salt Flats to Test ASICS’ New GlideRide Shoes
ASICS came up with a novel proving ground for its GlideRide running shoes: the Bonneville Salt Flats. Reporter Brian Metzler put them to the test in this surreal environment.
112 Miles: Women Set the Wind River High Route FKT Record
The Wind River High Route covers two 13,000-foot summits, nine mountain passes, and more than 65 miles of off-trail travel. Sara Aranda and Emma Mure recently completed the route in a record-setting 3 days, 17 hours, and 20 minutes.
Patagonia ‘High Endurance’ Trail-Running Kit Review: First Look
Designed for big elevation and temperature changes, this kit is perfect for big missions in the alpine — but maybe not for everyone.
Watch: Merrell Celebrates Race Day Volunteers With New Shoe, Short Film
Merrell’s latest trail runner — the Bare Access XTR Sweeper — is named for the behind-the-scene folks making race day work. They cheer, they support, and, most specifically, they leave our trails better than they found them.
Warrior Dash Out of Business: All Races Canceled
Spartan, Tough Mudder, and others will honor race entry for anyone affected by Warrior Dash’s sudden closure.
Open-Water Swimming: Tips and Gear to Swim Outside
Check out our complete guide to open-water swimming. Train outside with the best swimming gear, including top picks from ROKA, blueseventy, and more.
Altra Running Shoes on Sale: Up to 50% Off
From trail running to road running, these shoes from Altra will help you comfortably log big miles. Save up to 40 percent off our favorite shoes.
Worst Chafe Story? 21 Questions With Elite Runner Clare Gallagher
Hot on the heels of her win at the Western States 100-mile ultramarathon, Clare Gallagher visited GearJunkie to answer our most burning questions.
10 Rules for Running With Your Dog
After running thousands of collective miles with his dog over the years, GearJunkie’s Stephen Regenold offers these tips to get the most out of training with a pooch leashed at your side.
