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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.

  • REVIEW: Winter Running Gloves

    Donald Buraglio 01/28/2025
    Donald Buraglio 01/28/2025

    Gloves seem to be the linchpin item for winter running—if your fingers are comfortable, it’s easier to tolerate cold-related discomfort elsewhere. We’ve tested some great gloves for maintaining or even …

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  • REVIEW: Winter Running Pants

    Donald Buraglio 12/31/2024
    Donald Buraglio 12/31/2024

    Running tights seem get most of the attention in winter gear reviews, but there’s a subsection of runners who don’t like the look, fit or feel. For those folks, looser …

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  • REVIEW: Craft Nordlite Ultra

    Donald Buraglio 12/11/2024
    Donald Buraglio 12/11/2024

    Over the past year, Craft has focused a significant amount of effort on creating versatile, high-performance running shoes that are equally suitable for roads and trails.

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  • Our Favorite Things – 2024 Gift Guide

    Donald Buraglio 12/04/2024
    Donald Buraglio 12/04/2024

    Runners come in all shapes and sizes, and so do holiday gifts. Whether you’re looking for gift options that are large or small, extravagant or affordable, we have some suggestions …

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  • REVIEW: Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Headphones

    Donald Buraglio 11/26/2024
    Donald Buraglio 11/26/2024

    Shokz headphones routinely sit atop our list of favorites for functionality and sound quality, and the original OpenRun Pro has been our longstanding go-to for training and racing in recent …

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  • REVIEW: Topo Athletic Ultraventure 4 Trail Shoes

    Donald Buraglio 11/13/2024
    Donald Buraglio 11/13/2024

    With subtle improvements and nothing diminished, the Topo Ultraventure 4 keeps a good product rolling, and remains a compelling option for big-mileage training blocks as well as ultra distance races.

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  • Review: Wool Long Sleeve Running Shirts

    Donald Buraglio 11/12/2024
    Donald Buraglio 11/12/2024

    We’ve tested the following wool long sleeve tops that are designed to keep you warm and regulate your body temperature when moving through cold days ahead.

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  • REVIEW: Garmin Enduro 3 GPS Watch

    Donald Buraglio 10/31/2024
    Donald Buraglio 10/31/2024

    As Garmin likes to do, the company launched multiple new premium GPS products concurrently at the end of August 2024. The models that seemingly gained the most attention are long-awaited …

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  • REVIEW: Trekking & Trail Running Poles

    Donald Buraglio 09/04/2024
    Donald Buraglio 09/04/2024

    We’ve tested a variety of poles over the first half of this year, ranging from lightweight racing models to robust daily trainers, as well as some hybrid styles that do …

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  • Review: Summer Apparel

    Donald Buraglio 07/10/2024
    Donald Buraglio 07/10/2024

    In the heat of summer, we’re always looking for apparel that is lightweight, fits well, wicks moisture and offers adequate ventilation. Now that we’ve entered the hottest months of the …

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  • Review: Summer Trail Shades Roundup

    Donald Buraglio 06/19/2024
    Donald Buraglio 06/19/2024

    As the days get brighter and your miles get longer, eye protection becomes a key part of your training kit, particularly if your summer adventures lead you to higher elevations. …

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  • REVIEW: NNormal Tomir 2.0

    Donald Buraglio 06/11/2024
    Donald Buraglio 06/11/2024

    NNormal, the brand founded by Kilian Jornet and footwear company Camper in 2022, has finally had a full production and feedback cycle for its shoe development process. The most extensive …

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  • REVIEW: Trail Running Headphones

    Donald Buraglio 05/15/2024
    Donald Buraglio 05/15/2024

    In our 2023 headphones review, we emphasized the use of open-ear headphones to preserve awareness of the surrounding environment while you’re rocking down the trail or road. Since then, a …

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  • Spring 2024 Sock Roundup

    Donald Buraglio 04/24/2024
    Donald Buraglio 04/24/2024

    The team at UltraRunning reviewed the following socks to find out which will keep your feet cool and comfortable while building up your mileage.

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  • REVIEW: Craft CTM Ultra 3

    Donald Buraglio 03/13/2024
    Donald Buraglio 03/13/2024

    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 …

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  • REVIEW: Adidas Terrex Soulstride Ultra Trail Shoes

    Donald Buraglio 02/20/2024
    Donald Buraglio 02/20/2024

    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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  • Review: Wool Underwear

    Donald Buraglio 01/31/2024
    Donald Buraglio 01/31/2024

    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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  • The Running Event 2023: Shoe Preview

    Donald Buraglio 12/13/2023
    Donald Buraglio 12/13/2023

    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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  • Our Favorite Things: 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

    Donald Buraglio 11/28/2023
    Donald Buraglio 11/28/2023

    ‘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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  • Shoe Review: Topo Atmos

    Donald Buraglio 11/20/2023
    Donald Buraglio 11/20/2023

    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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  • Review: Wool Base Layers

    Donald Buraglio 11/08/2023
    Donald Buraglio 11/08/2023

    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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  • Review: Speedland GS:PGH Trail Shoe

    Donald Buraglio 10/18/2023
    Donald Buraglio 10/18/2023

    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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  • Review: AltraFWD Experience

    Donald Buraglio 10/03/2023
    Donald Buraglio 10/03/2023

    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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  • Review: Garmin Epix Pro GPS Watch

    Donald Buraglio 09/20/2023
    Donald Buraglio 09/20/2023

    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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  • Review: Summer Trail Running Threads

    Donald Buraglio 07/31/2023
    Donald Buraglio 07/31/2023

    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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  • Silver Rush 50: The Altitude Lab

    Donald Buraglio 07/19/2023
    Donald Buraglio 07/19/2023

    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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  • Review: Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 Eco

    Donald Buraglio 07/11/2023
    Donald Buraglio 07/11/2023

    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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  • Review: Trail Running Headphones

    Donald Buraglio 06/28/2023
    Donald Buraglio 06/28/2023

    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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  • Review: Petzl NAO RL Headlamp

    Donald Buraglio 05/31/2023
    Donald Buraglio 05/31/2023

    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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  • Review: Spring Sock Roundup

    Donald Buraglio 05/15/2023
    Donald Buraglio 05/15/2023

    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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