The Lightweight Summer Running Gear You Need to Stay Cool
Proper gear can make or break a workout, so do yourself a solid and choose wisely. To help you, we’ve gathered the best lightweight running gear for this summer!
Salomon Talks Carbon Footprints of Running Events in Latest TV Series
Salomon’s Sustainability Series is here to talk about the not-so-obvious impact that carbon footprints of races have on our planet.
Rumbling, Bumbling, Stumbling: Foot Race Down, Then Up, World-Famous Ski Hill
Competitors of the 2021 inov-8 Descent Race+ scamper down and then struggle back up the notorious Streif slope at Austria’s Kitzbühel.
Ben Jacoby Sprints on Stilts, Drops Doc on Beating World Record
Ben Jacoby holds the record for being the fastest to run 100 meters on stilts. Hear the whole story of how he got there in this film.
How to Lace Running Shoes the Right Way: 12 Variations to Fit Your Foot
Before you give up on a pair of shoes because they hurt your feet, try lacing them based on this super handy chart.
Survivor Contestant, Ultra Runner Inspires People to Start Their Running Journey
Alec Merlino is always up for a challenge. After returning home from the show Survivor, he set his sights on his next big challenge: running.
Hovering Sunglasses: AirFly Retools How Your Sports Shades Fit
Japanese startup Zygospec launched some unusual eyewear on Kickstarter: sunglasses that ‘hover’ above your nose, not on it. We put it to the test.
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More Feet in Moab: Merrell Expands Iconic Shoes to Welcome New Hikers
Merrell builds out its Moab Collection with new Moab 2 hikers, the plush trail running Flight, and the athletic hiker Speed.
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Nail Your Race Pace: Six Workouts to Hit Your 5K Running Goal
The more time you spend running at your goal pace, the more confident and comfortable you’ll feel at that pace. Furthermore, by practicing your goal pace, your body will become more efficient at that pace, leading to a better running economy.
Hype or Holy Grail? Brooks ‘Gravity Defying’ Aurora-BL Running Shoes
With its latest road running shoe, Brooks promises a ‘weightless and effortless run.’ We tested this wild-looking Aurora-BL for some first impressions.
Meet Western States’ Oldest Sponsored Athlete: Q&A With Eric Spector
Eric Spector ran his first 100-miler in 2018 — at age 71. This summer, he’ll attempt one of the hardest 100-milers in the country.
Get ‘Rad! Life Time Unveils ‘Dirt Fest’ Races for Gravel Ride, Run
Life Time Fitness quadruples down on its commitment to host big-name events in small-town America with its latest bike/run offering: the ‘Rad Dirt Fest. Organizers see a particularly bright future on the dusty gravel roads of Trinidad, Colo.
My Partner Won’t Run With Me: Learn From My Mistakes
There’s a certain joy in sharing hobbies. The excitement of introducing someone to the activities that bring you joy. And it sucks when they say no.
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.
Hardrock 100 Canceled for 2019
Organizers have canceled the Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run, one of the most storied ultramarathons in the world, due to historic snow conditions in the Colorado high country.
‘The Running Pastor’ Film Profiles Faroe Island Runner
From Camp 4 Collective, The Running Pastor displays breathtaking Faroe Island landscapes. As a pastor, Sverri Steinholm runs to clear his mind.
100 Miles, No Chafe: Salomon Makes My Favorite Trail Running Vest of 2019
The Salomon Advanced Skin 12 Set is a remarkably comfortable vest that carries plenty of gear for long ultramarathons. I carried it through the Leadville 100 for this review.
