Running

Global ‘Chase’ Raises More Than $7 Million For Charity

A unique ‘chase’ race format attracted more than 155,000 participants for a simultaneous start around the world.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 08, 2017

Study Finds: Running Is Contagious

More than one million runners, 217 million miles, and five years of study reveal runners influence each other’s habits. And they’re competitive about it.

Written by Nate Mitka April 20, 2017

‘The Hardest 400 Meters Of Your Life’

Sprint, or slog, more than 40 stories toward the sky up a 35-degree ski jump for glory… and sheer pain.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 05, 2017

Tackling An FKT? You’re Eligible For A Grand And Free Gear

Shoot for the record books with a blazing a thru-hike or trail run, and you could land a cool $1,000 and some free gear. And…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 03, 2017

Watch: The Grueling Beauty Of The ‘Toughest Mountain Race’

While it’s hard to specify exactly THE toughest ultramarathon, the UTMB has a strong case.

Written by GJ Staff March 29, 2017

Under Armour Wants To Make Trail Running ‘Mainstream’

The apparel giant wants you to run up a mountain.

Written by Stephen Regenold March 08, 2017

Eat Frosting, Win Ultras: Rising Star Clare Gallagher

Clare Gallagher won the Leadville 100 with no previous big race wins on a diet of broth, Sour Patch Kids, and cake frosting.

Written by GJ Staff February 14, 2017

New York Plans Longest Multi-Use State Trail In America

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo declared the state would complete the largest state multi-use trail network in the nation by 2020.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 03, 2017

Review: ‘Ultra Vesta’ Running Pack Fit For Mountain Trails

Ultimate Direction made an ultralight upgrade to this women’s running vest. We had our editor take for a run—through the Rockies.

Written by Morgan Tilton December 07, 2016

Meet the Unknown Woman Taking the Ultra World By Storm

Could this 31-year old school teacher be the next great ultrarunner of our time?

Written by Morgan Tilton December 07, 2016

First Look: Saucony RAZOR ICE+ Winter Running Shoes

Are you a winter runner? We test a new gaiter-equipped, ground-gripping shoe that Saucony touts can ‘make ice obsolete.’

Written by Stephen Regenold November 21, 2016

Pete Kostelnick Breaks Trans-Continental Running Record

The old record for running across North America stood since 1980, but it fell today to Pete Kostelnick

Written by Sean McCoy October 24, 2016

One Man’s Method: Running An Unsupported Ultramarathon

A new column, ‘One Man’s Method,’ tells the tale of an outdoor endeavor, and how it was accomplished. Here, an ultra-runner shares how he finished…

Written by Zach Smith October 21, 2016

Ultrarunning Is About To Get Really, Really Fast

For years, ultrarunning was a sport of slow and steady. But a new generation of runners is crushing old records at blazing fast paces. Welcome…

Written by Alex Kurt October 12, 2016

Runner’s High: Chasing Pain Through Comrades Ultra

Two outstanding ultra-marathoners discuss the special kind of crazy it takes to excel and endure in the beautiful, excruciating world of ultra-distance running.

Written by GJ Staff October 07, 2016

Dream Big, Train Hard, Win $9,000 Adventure

Name your mountain sports dream, train, and share everyday, and you could win gear and $9,000 from Dynafit to make the trip a reality.

Written by Sponsored Post October 05, 2016

Run Fast, Get Free Shoes

How’s your back half? If you can finish a marathon faster than you start it, you can win any free pair of New Balance shoes.…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 30, 2016

Updated Icon: Salomon Speedcross 4 Review

Among the more popular trail shoes of our era, Salomon updates its Speedcross for 2016. We took the 4th generation of the shoe on a…

Written by GJ Staff September 27, 2016

Get A Tissue: Brother Carries Brother Over Finish Line

The Triathlon World Series in Cozumel witnessed one of the most heartwarming moments in sports history. Warning: Have your tissues ready.

Written by GJ Staff September 19, 2016

Watch: 72-Year-Old Attempts Western States 100

Meet Wally Hesseltine, a 72-year-old ultra-runner attempting to finish one of America’s toughest 100-mile races, the Western States 100. Can he finish in under 30…

Written by GJ Staff September 08, 2016

Review: Ultra-Light Running Vest Feels Like Second Skin

Water, gels, keys, phone: Salomon’s S-Lab Sense will carry it all, and nothing more. We test a minimal running vest for the distance-minded adventurer.

Written by Nate Mitka September 01, 2016

‘Time To Play’ Giveaway: 25 Pairs Of Salomon Shoes

Salomon has teamed with GearJunkie to give away 25 pairs of its new Speedcross 4 trail shoes.

Written by Sponsored Post August 31, 2016

Where No One Has Gone Before: 600 Miles Across ‘Crown Of Continent’

What does it take to create an entirely new route through the wilds? The North Face athletes Mike Foote and Mike Wolfe stopped by GearJunkie…

Written by Alex Kurt August 19, 2016

Watch: Trail Run With Bronze Medalist Emma Coburn

Emma Coburn earned an Olympic bronze medal in the 3,000-meter steeplechase today. Join her for a run in her home mountains near Crested Butte, Colorado,…

Written by Sean McCoy August 16, 2016