Running

Chased by the Reaper: Why Laz Lake’s Dastardly Road Race Strikes Fear in Runners

Gary Cantrell is the creator of the Barkley Marathons. We have exclusive coverage of his other race format, the Last Annual Heart of the South.

Written by Maggie Gigandet August 30, 2022

A Meditation on Challenge With Trail Runner Abby Hall

Abby Hall looks back on a career filled with purpose, struggle, triumph, trail dust, and pain.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 29, 2022

Run, Bike, Hike: Bombas Makes Socks & Apparel for Different Sports

Bombas makes performance socks for running, biking, hiking, and more. And did you know the brand also makes shirts and underwear?

Mont-Blanc Runner Dies in Fall at Team Event in Prolific Trail Series

In the early morning hours today, a Brazilian runner died after a fall in the Ultra Trail Mont-Blanc (UTMB) PTL, a team running event.

Written by Meghan Hicks August 23, 2022

Athlete to ‘Everest’ Iconic Koko Crater for Mental Health Hawaii

Oahu, Hawaii, resident Nicolas Escobar will attempt to ‘Everest’ the height of the Mauna Kea volcano on the Koko Crater trail, in an effort to…

Written by Rebecca Parsons August 22, 2022

Clare Gallagher, Adrian MacDonald Win Leadville Trail 100 With Sub-20-Hour Finishes

Gallagher and Macdonald both topped the Leadville Trail 100 Run podium last time they ran the race — 2022 proved no different.

Written by Sam Anderson August 22, 2022

Persistence Wins for Woman Who Shatters Tahoe Rim Trail FKT

Forty-four-year-old mother and endurance runner Amber Weibel just set a new female record for running the 173-mile Tahoe Rim Trail: 49 hours, 39 minutes.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 17, 2022

FKT Smashed on Elks Traverse in Western Colorado Rockies

Michael Wirth demolished the FKT of the Elks Traverse on Aug. 10 with a time of 22 hours, 50 minutes — almost 5 hours faster…

Written by Sam Anderson August 16, 2022

Joseph Gray Beats His Record on Mt. Elbert, Runs 4,000-Foot Gain in an Hour

Professional runner Joseph Gray seems determined to constantly improve his records — even if it’s only by a few seconds.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 09, 2022

HOKA Asked, We Answered: What Gets Us to the Starting Line

HOKA asked five of our staff members about their motivation to hit the trails. Some run competitively; others do it to clear their head and…

New 24-Hour CO 14er Record: Andrea Sansone Tags 12 Peaks in Huge Effort

A mountain runner headed into the hills late Sunday night with a committed support crew, a sturdy training base, and a big goal.

Written by Sam Anderson August 01, 2022

Kilian Jornet Explains His New Athletic Brand, NNormal

Bryon Powell, founder of GearJunkie’s sister site iRunFar, speaks with the legendary ultrarunner about his new venture.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 28, 2022

700 Summits & the FKT: Trail Runner Shares His Green Mountain Obsession

A new short film from Black Diamond follows record-setting mountain runner Kyle Richardson up his favorite local route.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 26, 2022

20% Off: Treat Your Feet to Bombas Socks and More This Summer

Bombas makes breathable apparel for most everything you’re up to this summer, including socks for running, cycling, and hiking.

Fastest Run Across Canada: Alberta Ultrarunner Dave Proctor Breaks 30-Year Record

Running from Newfoundland to British Columbia over 2 months and change, an Alberta athlete broke a long-standing speed record.

Written by Sam Anderson July 25, 2022

‘Eat Vert’: Attend the First-Ever Brooks Trail Summit Running Festival (It’s Free!)

Stamp your ticket to run a lot of hills on your own time, meet pros, and circle up for trail running talks and community events.

Written by Sam Anderson July 20, 2022

Watch Ultrarunner Struggle to Help Afghani Women in Wake of US Withdrawal

An ultrarunner starts a nonprofit to aid Afghani women who just want to run in the incredible wilderness of their own country.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 19, 2022

Ruy Ueda Just Set 4 FKTs On Mt. Fuji — On the Same Day

Mt. Fuji’s summit trails are pretty hard — each one takes 10 hours to hike on average. Ruy Ueda ran all four of them in…

Written by Sam Anderson July 15, 2022

Can Courtney Dauwalter Cook? You Be the Judge

Courtney Dauwalter may be one of the best ultrarunners in the world, but how strong is her cinnamon roll game?

Written by Jilli Cluff July 15, 2022

Watch Mountain Running Veterans Navigate Trails and Family Business All at Once

Want to get psyched on mountain adventures and shed tears over the depth of human love all at once? Check out Black Diamond’s new edit.

Written by Sam Anderson July 07, 2022

Adventure Race Gear Giveaway: Apparel, Pack, Cooler, and More

This week, two lucky winners will each an adventure prize package from GOREWEAR, YETI, Hydro Flask, and more.

One Last Time: After Diagnosis, Steph Bruce Braces for Her Final Races

After learning that a congenital heart defect would end her running career, the much-adored athlete finds strength in community.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 06, 2022

Explore the Origins of UTMB: The ‘Pinnacle’ of Trail Running Races

The new video from HOKA makes no secret of its appreciation for the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB). Learn how this famous trail was born.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 06, 2022

Runner Adelle Tracey Traded the UK for Jamaica. Here’s Why

This summer, the British running star will leave her stomping grounds to run and advocate for Jamaica’s women.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 01, 2022

Gordy Ainsleigh and Endurance Running: ‘The Man Who Lit the Sport on Fire’

A new mini-documentary from HOKA TV tells the story of Gordy Ainsleigh, who virtually invented endurance running in 1974.

Written by Andrew McLemore June 29, 2022

One of the Best Zero-Drop Trail Runners: Altra Lone Peak 6.0 Review

The Lone Peak 6.0 from Altra is the new standard in zero-drop trail running shoes. They perform in rugged terrain in ways that were unexpected.

Written by Josh Kirchner June 29, 2022

Meet Johanna Åström, the Record-Breaking, Down-to-Earth Skyrunner

Johanna Åström has broken skyrunning records and won many elite skyraces. But it isn’t competition that drives the young Swede.

Written by Jilli Cluff June 28, 2022

How Salomon Catalyzed the Trail Running Revolution

Learn how Salomon developed the first international trail running team and helped turn the sport into a global phenomenon.

Written by Jilli Cluff June 28, 2022

Pooped Pup? Purina at PetSmart Wants to Up Your Running Dog’s Endurance

Certain dogs make great trail running companions, but they need to ease into it. Help your dog build up their endurance and energy with these…

How HOKA Honed the New, Lighter Mach 5 Road Running Shoe

HOKA streamlined the Mach 5’s upper, changed the heel collar fit, and put lighter foam in the midsole. Here’s a look at the new design…

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