280 Miles, 4 Days, 21 Hours: Watch Emelie Forsberg Set FKT on Kungsleden Trail
In Sweden, the Kungsleden (aka King’s Trail or King of Trails) normally takes 25 days to complete. Emelie Forsberg finished it in an astonishing 4 days and 21 hours.
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.
Longs Peak Triathlon: Watch Anton Krupicka and Stefan Griebel’s Epic FKT
They bike, run, and climb — then retrace their steps. If you haven’t seen endurance athletes Krupicka and Griebel set the fastest known time (FKT) for Longs Peak Triathlon, it’s worth watching.
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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.
NEMO Switchback Ultralight Sleeping Pad Review: New Take on Classic Design
NEMO challenges the gold standard in ultralight sleeping pads with the Switchback Ultralight Sleeping Pad. Is the Switchback better than the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol?
14 14,000-Foot Mountains, 100+ Miles: Watch Joe Grant’s FKT on ‘Nolan’s Fourteen’
In 2018, Joe Grant set the unsupported record for Nolan’s 14, one of the hardest endurance challenges in the U.S. His task was to complete 14 14ers as fast as possible.
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Pro Training Tips for Trail Running on Tricky Terrain
Anton Krupicka, one of the best mountain runners in the business, tells us how he runs on technical, rocky, and gnarly trails. Follow these tips to improve your trail-running game.
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USA-Made Athletic Apparel: Meet ‘Vast Terrain’
Although there are myriad tech shirts and shorts on the market, consumers who want to buy American-made workout clothing have very few options. But the new brand Vast Terrain is trying to change that.
Best Running Shorts for Women in 2020
We review the best running shorts for women, including shorts from Patagonia, Outdoor Voices, compression running shorts from 2XU, and more.
Running World Record: Jim Walmsley Sets Fastest 50-Mile Time
The 36-year-old 50-mile record fell to Jim Walmsley running in a pair of HOKA ONE ONE’s Project Carbon X, a shoe release focused on breaking road running records.
HOKA Launches Carbon X Shoe in Massive 100K Record Attempt
Plush cushioning and featherweight materials combine to make the Carbon X a fast running shoe. So fast, in fact, HOKA ONE ONE is flooding a 100K world record attempt with a fleet of professional athletes gunning to make history in the new shoe.
Garmin Launches 5 New ‘Forerunner’ GPS Running Watches
If you look at the wrists of runners at major running events, there’s a good chance you’ll see Garmin watches. Today, the GPS juggernaut gives athletes five new choices for watches for training, navigating, mapping, and more.
Runtopia GPS Watch Costs $69 and Actually Works
GPS watches are core gear for many runners, but many cost hundreds of dollars. New from the makers of the popular app, the Runtopia watch costs $69 and provides most of the features runners need.
How Far Can Kilian Jornet Go Solo? 56 Hours, 104 Miles, 72,000 Vertical Feet
With enough food for 3 days, Kilian Jornet pushed himself to see how far he could go with just a small pack. His endurance feat is nearly unthinkable, but then again, this is Kilian Jornet we’re talking about. This is ‘A Long Day Out.’
Cactus the Dog Finishes Stunning Desert Ultramarathon, Wins the Internet
Mauricio Odio Truque Diggedy, nicknamed ‘Cactus,’ became the first four-legged finisher of the grueling, 140.7-mile Marathon des Sables.
SKY Collection: Find the Right HOKA Boot for Your Activity
HOKA ONE ONE recently released its SKY collection. Most know HOKA for its high-cushion, low-drop running shoes. Meet the brand’s speed-hiking boots.
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4-Week Fitness: Tough Mudder Launches 30-Day Training Plan
Prepping for a Tough Mudder? Now there’s an official 30-day training program designed specifically to whip you into race shape.
Best Men’s Running Shorts of 2019: My Favorite Come From a Little-Known Brand
Looking for the best running shorts for men for 2019? Here are the best men’s running shorts, budget running shorts, long-distance running shorts, and buyer’s guide.
New Zealand’s Routeburn Track: Tips & Gear to Run It in a Day
The Routeburn Track is a world-renowned hiking trail in New Zealand. Many enjoy this Great Walk as a multiday hike. Or you can run it in one day. Here’s how.
Appalachian Trail FKT: Watch Joe ‘Stringbean’ McConaughy’s 2017 Record
In 2017, Joe ‘Stringbean’ McConaughy set both the supported and self-supported records on the Appalachian Trail. This video documents his efforts, told largely from a first-person point of view.
Patagonia Camp Cup: Tick This Adventure Race Off Your Bucket List Now
Head to one of the most beautiful places in the world and compete in a variety of races. The Patagonia Camp Cup offers competitors a myriad of distances on 84,000 acres of private land at the foot of Torres del Paine National Park, one of the world’s most remote destinations.
Watch: Terrifying Video of Kilian Jornet Running Ridges in Norway
For 3 minutes, you can watch this mountain goat in his natural habitat. Kilian Jornet never ceases to amaze.
5 Fitness Apps for Running Smarter in the City
Keep these fitness apps in your back pocket to run smarter, safer, and with more motivation.
How to Hike 25-Plus Miles a Day: A Thru-Hiker Explains
Hiking 25 miles in a day is absolutely doable. That may sound unrealistic to some, but thru-hikers do 25 miles every day. For months on end. While sleeping in a tent every night.
Watch Rickey Gates Run Every Street in San Francisco
In 2018, Rickey Gates ran every single street in the bustling West Coast city. He covered 1,303 miles in 46 days!
Adventure Race Gear: The Patagonian Expedition Race Winning Kit
Our contributor and her team share the adventure racing gear it took to win the Patagonia Expedition Race, a rugged 600-km race across Patagonia, Chile.
Breaking Down Kilian Jornet’s 24-Hour Uphill Record Gear
Last week, Kilian Jornet did what he does best, crushing the 24-hour record for vertical gain. This is the kit he used to do it.
FKTs of the Year: Karel Sabbe, Alyssa Godesky Take Top Honors for Record Times
Fastest known times by Karel Sabbe on the Appalachian Trail and Alyssa Godesky on the Vermont Long Trail won awards from FastestKnownTime.com in 2018.
Colin O’Brady Controversy: Polar Exploration’s Dubious Route to Fame
Colin O’Brady recently claimed to be the first person to cross Antarctica solo, unaided, and unassisted. Some have since refuted this. But his attempt sends a more serious message about the state of polar exploration.
Breastfeeding Mom Jasmin Paris Beats Everybody in 268-Mile UK Ultra
British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris became the first woman to win the 268-mile Montane Spine Race. And she did it while stopping to pump for her breastfeeding baby.
