The CTM Ultra 3 is part of Craft’s specific line of hybrid running shoes which deliver similar ride quality and performance on road or trail. Their goal is to combine …
Donald Buraglio
Donald Buraglio
Donald is a physical therapist, California native, barefoot aficionado, and father of three with more than 25 years of experience in endurance sports. He was a collegiate rower at UCLA, then dabbled in marathons and Ironman-distance triathlons before falling in love with ultras in the early 2000s. His favorite locations to run include Marin County, CA, and the Sierra Nevada mountains, and he loves exploring America's National Parks. When he's not training for ultramarathons, he enjoys hiking or slacklining with his family in Monterey County, CA.
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The new Soulstride Ultra builds upon the previous Soulstride Trail and Soulstride Flow models and is built specifically with long trail days or extended periods of high mileage. We’ve tested …
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Wool seems to be the ideal fabric for runners when it comes to keeping warm, drying quickly and resisting odor, so we figured our undergarments should include some wool as …
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As the running industry’s largest annual trade show, The Running Event (TRE) functions as a yearly check-in on the state of the running world. It’s also a barometer of trends …
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‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry… while hopefully not completely abandoning ultra training. Here are our favorites for food, hydration, gear and apparel to stuff an ultrarunner’s …
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The only thing missing from Topo’s road lineup was a true max-cushion trainer, and that gap is now resolved with the new Atmos. It features the largest midsole volume and …
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A good wool base layer can be used day after day, on its own or under a shell, and consistently provides comfort and thermoregulation in a variety of conditions without …
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Speedland’s fourth model, the GS:PGH, is inspired by Speedland athlete Cameron Hanes. As with the GS:TAM, the GS:PGH is a maximally cushioned trail shoe built for comfort and durability over …
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Altra has broken its zero-drop mold with the launch of the new AltraFWD Experience road shoe, described as a “low-drop” model with a 4mm differential from heel to toe. This …
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This year, Garmin released Pro versions of both the Fenix 7 and Epix lines on the same day. Since we reviewed the Fenix 7X watch last year, this time we …
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Long summer days demand clothing that is comfortable over long distances and helps manage heat and humidity. We’ve tested a variety of options to keep you moving and performing your …
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For anyone who is contemplating the Leadville 100 but is uncertain of the terrain and altitude, the Silver Rush 50 is a much lower-pressure environment, providing a perfect test lab …
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Topo has made extensive efforts in sustainable material sourcing and manufacturing over the years, and this spring they incorporated several of their best process practices with the new Ultraventure 3 …
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Sometimes there’s nothing that helps the miles pass more quickly and comfortably than listening to your favorite music or podcasts. We’ve spent several months testing a handful of headphone options …
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This year’s update to the Petzl NAO headlamp has significant improvements in increased brightness and decreased weight, along with Petzl’s exceptional Reactive Lighting technology. The result is Petzl’s top-of-the-line option …
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In preparation for longer days and big adventures, a new pair of socks can be the perfect accessory to make sure your feet stay comfortable. Here is a crop of …
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Salomon’s spring 2023 trail run collection features a couple of high-cushioned models built with long days and high mileage in mind. While they are still quite capable of handling high-performance …
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The latest Speedland shoe was created in partnership with elite ultrarunner Dylan Bowman and is named after Mt. Tamalpais in Marin County, CA, where Bowman first rose to fame and …
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The Eliot Runner is designed as a versatile, high-volume trainer for dedicated road runners, and one that would perform well and provide a comfortable ride over a range of speeds. …
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Staying comfortable during cold weather running is all about the fabrics and fit of your base layers. Ideally, they should wick moisture, insulate (even when saturated with sweat) and feel …
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During the holiday season, ultrarunners love to get cozy and relax … but we don’t want to completely abandon our training, either. Here is our annual list of gifts for …
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Wool is becoming more commonly known as a fiber for all seasons, but it’s during the cold and wet months that the performance aspects of this powerhouse fabric are truly …
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With significant updates to Topo Athletic’s best-selling trail shoe, the Ultraventure 3 was built for athletes seeking a cushioned and comfortable option for mild to moderate terrain. It’s a dependable, …
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Simply put, the Enduro 2 is Garmin’s premier watch for endurance activity in all conditions. The watch’s feature set represents a massive overhaul from the original Enduro watch, and even …
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This summer we reviewed the debut Altra Mont Blanc, a trail model built for racing and tested extensively by Altra’s elite athlete team. Altra had already announced that a BOA …
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A new model in the Topo Athletic lineup this year, the Specter, is a highly cushioned performance trainer built for fast training days, paved ultras or road racing, particularly in …
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In 2022, LEKI stepped proactively into the post-pandemic resurgence of the trail running industry, making significant changes across their product line, as well as an updated website and even a …
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The Duro LT and Dyna LT vests are minimalist additions to Osprey’s long-standing Duro (men’s) and Dyna (women’s) running hydration lineup. They are designed to carry the bare necessities for …
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The Forerunner 955 Solar is Garmin’s first running smartwatch with solar charging capability. It comes with a full feature set that matches and exceeds anything in the Garmin lineup (for …
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Despite building enormous popularity among trail and road runners, one perceived gap in Altra’s footwear line-up in the past has been high performance racing shoes. This year, the company addressed …