trail running

From Karl Meltzer to the HOKA Speedgoat 6: The Speedgoat Legacy

A look at the history of Speedgoat: from the original Karl Meltzer nickname to the start of the race and onto the HOKA shoe model.

Written by GJ Staff July 22, 2024

Versatile, Light, and Fast, Just Not for All Conditions: Saucony Endorphin Rift Trail Running Shoe Review

Can a super-lightweight trail shoe still be comfortable and capable? Our tester with a pair of Saucony Endorphin Rifts set out to find the answer.

Written by David Young November 28, 2023

Leadville 100 Film Dives Into 40 Years of Old Footage, Race History

The Leadville Trail 100 is about as iconic as any race can get. If you want to know why, tune in to this premiere.

Written by Mary Murphy November 08, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of LOWA All-Terrain Running Shoes

This week, three lucky winners will win a pair of LOWA ATR trail running shoes — the bootmaker’s first foray into the trail running space.

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

Merrell MTL Skyfire 2 Review: These Crazy-Light Trail Runners Are Ready to Fly

At 6.88 ounces per shoe, the Merrell MTL Skyfire 2 practically floats uphill, and gives killer traction for the downs.

Written by Sam Schild May 24, 2023

Everyone Trail Runs Alone — Here’s How to Stay Safe

Trail running alone comes with additional risks. Here are a few easy tips to keep it safe.

Written by Johanna Flashman April 13, 2023

‘Ultimate Infinity Loop’ Gear List: Setting an FKT on North America’s Highest Volcano

Jason Hardrath just completed a 43-mile Infinity Loop FKT of the tallest volcano in North America in less than 24 hours. Here’s the gear that…

Written by Will Brendza March 30, 2023

Altra Lone Peak 7 First Look: End-of-Year Upgrades Outshine the LP6

For all the Altra trail shoe lovers out there, pay attention. The Lone Peak 7 is now here with some really stellar upgrades.

Written by Mary Murphy January 09, 2023

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

‘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 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

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

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

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

Famed ‘Run Show’ to Make US Debut in 2 Cities in 2022

Run Show Chicago will bring together speakers, brands, and the running community for 2 days of events at the DES Convention Center.

Written by Andrew Marshall May 26, 2022

Red Bull Trail Heads Pits Runners Against Punishing Downhill MTB Course

On Saturday, Nov. 13, Red Bull Trail Heads will pit trail runners against five stages of gnarly MTB singletrack on Australia’s Gold Coast. Two winners…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 27, 2021

Next-Level Cushion: inov-8 Drops G-Fly, First Graphene-Enhanced Foam

Curious as we are about a shoe that can last nearly 800 miles and still stay responsive? Read on to learn about inov-8’s latest trail…

Written by Mary Murphy March 24, 2021

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,…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 01, 2019

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