Running

Geology Professor Sets Fastest Known Time on Superior Hiking Trail

The results still must be verified for this 2023 Superior Hiking Trail FKT, but Alan Chapman isn’t worried. He’s stoked about a great run on…

Written by Andrew McLemore August 24, 2023

How This 52-Year-Old Crushed His First Ultra, One of the Hardest Races in the World

Ken Rideout had never slept in a tent, run with a backpack, or been in a race longer than 26.2 miles — but when the 52-year-old…

Written by Will Brendza August 21, 2023

Ultramarathons: The 15 Stages of Suffering

Each ultramarathon is a unique journey into an abyss of pain and uncertainty. But when running more than 26 miles in one go, you can…

Written by Sean McCoy August 18, 2023

A Vulnerable, Inside Look at What It Takes to Run the Cocodona 250

Ever wondered what running a 250-mile race feels like? This runner/filmmaker is here to show you.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 16, 2023

Win Race, Get Sponsored: Enter Merrell’s ‘Get FKT Challenge’ Now

The running shoe brand is hosting a ‘Get FKT Challenge’ in Colorado to see who has what it takes to be Merrell’s next sponsored athlete.

Written by Will Brendza August 09, 2023

Part Running Vest, Part Backpack, All Function: Terrex ‘AEROREADY’ Speed Hiking Backpack Review

The adidas Terrex Aeroready Speed Hiking Backpack is a pack/running vest crossover with enough convenient storage to keep you moving through the miles — whether…

Written by Andrew McLemore August 09, 2023

Watch This Barkley Marathons Doc, and Thank Your Lucky Stars You Aren’t Competing

We’ll never get tired of watching Barkley Marathons docs. Why? They remind us that no matter how hard life gets, it ain’t Barkley hard.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 04, 2023

Insane Record: Meet the Man Who Just Completed 102 Consecutive IRONMAN Triathlons

Sean Conway spent the last 3 months and change finishing an IRONMAN-length triathlon. Every day. For over 100 days. Wowza.

Written by Andrew Marshall July 20, 2023

100 Miles in Rab’s First Running Vests: Rab Veil 6L Vest Review

The latest Rab foray into the world of running, the Veil 6L running vest, is built on an innovative mesh chassis that fits like a…

Written by Bergen Tjossem July 07, 2023

‘Buckle Up’ With Western States Crusher Tom Evans

A documentary from adidas chronicles Evans’ journey from 2019’s third-place effort to 2023’s scorching first-place finish.

Written by Andrew Marshall July 03, 2023

La Sportiva Jackal II: Trail Runners and Designers Weigh In

The Jackal II incorporates feedback from La Sportiva ambassadors and customers for a new fit and new materials. It added cushion yet still lost weight.

What We Gain When We Lose a Step: Why Trail Running Gets Better With Age

Ten years after puking at my first Mountain Games, I returned to the event that inspired my career.

Written by Sean McCoy June 13, 2023

Here’s How to Convert Trail Runners to Mountain Bike Shoes

The best mountain bike shoes for you may already lurk in your closet. Here’s how trail runners can get the job done.

Written by Matthew Medendorp June 08, 2023

REI Introduces Its First Trail Running Shoes Since 1970s

REI releases the Swiftland Multi-Terrain Trail Runner — we got our hands on an early pair to see how they stand up to the competition.

Written by Will Brendza June 01, 2023

Legendary Race Director Laz Lake Talks How to Survive a Backyard Ultra

The inventor of the famously painful Barkley Marathons travels to New Zealand to share his thoughts on a backyard ultra.

Written by Andrew Marshall May 31, 2023

REI Sale: Save Up to 30% on Trail Running Shoes

REI’s biggest sale of the year is where you’ll find trail running shoes discounted up to 30% and a member coupon to save 20% on…

Watch: Kyle Richardson Tours the Lake District

The American FKT stud prances around the ‘fells’ of England.

Written by Sam Anderson May 15, 2023

Built to Run in Norwegian Cold: Norrøna Senja Running Collection Review

Norrøna’s Senja line is its first running-specific series. It’s purpose-built for running in rugged terrain and weather like its Norwegian namesake would demand.

Written by Bergen Tjossem April 25, 2023

Conquering Colorado’s Multisport, Multiseason Sufferfest: The Grand Traverse Triple Crown

The Elk Mountains Grand Traverse is the toughest point-to-point backcountry ski race in North America.

Written by Bergen Tjossem April 20, 2023

Win Eliud Kipchoge’s Gear: Record-Setting Marathoner to Give Away Signed Jersey, COROS Watch, and More

You don’t even need to pay for a chance at winning the gear. Just an email and a location will suffice.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 14, 2023

The Best Treadmills of 2023

We tested the best treadmills of 2023 with options for every budget. Top picks include Nordic Track, Peloton, and more.

Written by Paul Mandell March 22, 2023

Save 20% During the REI ‘Member Moment’ Sale This Spring

Refresh your gear closet during this exclusive 11-day sale thanks to discounts across all of REI. Now’s a prime time to save.

Mom, Athlete, Western States Competitor — Dreama Walton Is One Bad Mother

‘Dreama Team’ is a story about what it takes for an amateur runner to tackle one of ultrarunning’s most grueling and storied events.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 16, 2023

Crossing the Grand Canyon With Diné Runner Brandon Dugi

The Grand Canyon is the ancestral home of several tribes — including the Diné, also known as the Navajo.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 13, 2023

From Tokyo to the Trails: Dylan Bowman’s Jaunt to Japan

This short film proves that even pro ultrarunners have bad days — and it’s all about how you make the most of them.

Written by Mary Murphy March 10, 2023

Keely Henninger Is ‘Becoming’ a Better Person, Runner, in This Inspiring Vid

What does it take for an elite ultrarunner to level up another notch? In this case: choosing to be more complete.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 10, 2023

Mother of 3, Running Newbie Tara Savage Tackles UTMB Mont-Blanc CCC

There are those of us who are born in the mountains, and those of us who find them. Tara Savage fits into the latter category.

Written by Sam Anderson March 09, 2023

SCARPA’s Ribelle Run Kalibra G Is a Winter Trail Running ‘Juggernaut’

The SCARPA Ribelle Run Kalibra G borrows from mountaineering boots to open up winter mountain running terrain possibilities.

Written by Mary Murphy and Bergen Tjossem March 08, 2023

The Perfect All-Condition Alpine Sunglasses: Dynafit Ultra Pro Review

The photochromic powers of the Dynafit Ultra Pro sunglasses are nearly unbeatable. For me, they worked for everything from shady and cloudy ski days to…

Written by Mary Murphy March 03, 2023

Former Marine & Newbie Trail Runner Tackles UTMB World Series

Apply the whatever-it-takes attitude of a U.S. Marine to endurance sports and what do you get? In Morgon Latimore’s case, an unstoppable trail runner.

Written by Sam Anderson March 01, 2023

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