Spring temperatures are often warm enough to ditch the jacket, but still too cold for short sleeves. That’s where long sleeve shirts come to the rescue. Having a variety of …
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There are many reasons why athletes take on ultras, whether it’s looking for a new challenge, different terrain or reading an inspirational book. One of the key components underlying all …
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“I’m just going to run it for fun.” I hear that phrase all the time, and I understand the sentiment behind it. It’s expressed partly to lower expectations and self-pressure, …
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UltrAspire is known for its innovative approach in the hydration vest space, and their design philosophy emphasizes minimizing the footprint of the vest against your body while still providing adequate …
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Out of all the local trails near Flagstaff, AZ, the San Francisco Peaks and the Humphreys summit are my go-to for training, catching up with friends and solitary bliss. With …
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The King’s Highway Trail Race had its second annual race this year, held at Hobcaw Barony on the outskirts of Georgetown, South Carolina. The property includes more than 37 historic …
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It was March of 1993, just a month shy of my 19th birthday, and I couldn’t take my eyes off of the man speaking on television. Jim Valvano, the coach …
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New to the market, the brand rnnr was co-founded by ultrarunners and offers fun gear for a running lifestyle. Their Cold Weather Running Beanie is a cozy cap that pulls …
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Ten years ago, when we last examined the future of trail running – circa 2010 – we saw nothing but blue skies and snow-covered mountains. Our future looked bright. And …
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The Stone Mill 50 was named the RRCA National Championship Race ultramarathon for 2020, but as the spring unfolded, it became apparent that what we were hoping to offer was …
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This year’s Hellcat 50K almost didn’t happen. Not only did the organizers have to contend with COVID, but highway construction wiped out part of the old course. If that wasn’t …
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Last April, I almost saw my abs. Back then, I was training hard and was as fit as I had ever been. The transition from winter to spring can be …
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Donald Buraglio reviews the Altra Timp 3 trail shoe and new Altra Rivera road shoe.
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Race mornings are usually a bustle of excitement. But on November 7, 2020, dawn was just beginning to break over the Salinas Valley as a handful of runners stood in …
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It’s unusual to review a product almost two years after it first hit the market, but when presented an opportunity to test the COROS VERTIX, we were compelled. One of …
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New York-based filmmaker and ultrarunner Austin Meyer’s love for storytelling originated in the fourth grade after he got in trouble at school. Since then, Meyer, who released his film about …
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Melanie Arleth never dreamed she’d be a runner, let alone an ultrarunner. In March of 2018, she felt a shift in her mindset. “I decided to go for it. I …
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In certain climates, winter running requires traction beyond what even the grippiest trail shoes can provide. This winter, we’ve tested three new products on the market: two of them are …
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Nashville software company Atiba Labs had already started a conversation with UltraSignup founder, Mark Gilligan, in the fall of 2019. “UltraSignup dominates the trail running registration space – they are …
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This spring, The North Face swings for the fences with a new footwear design approach that has been several years in the making and tested extensively with their team of …
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When you win a high school cross-country race on campus, and your English teacher is the head track and field coach, not only are you guaranteed a spot on the …
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Founded in 1981, UltraRunning Magazine is celebrating 40 years as the Voice of the Sport™ in ultrarunning. The February 2021 issue will provide comprehensive and in-depth historical coverage featuring a …
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While Tropical John’s voice can be heard announcing finishers at the Western States finish line in Auburn, he also maintains a prominent voice in the magazine. We spoke with John …
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What if I told you there was a man that not only ran two 100-mile runs on back-to-back weekends, but completed the back-to-back feat 50 times in a row totaling …
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Since races were cancelled due to COVID, I needed to create my own 50k experience. As we pulled up to Wildcat Canyon, the start of the East Bay Skyline National …
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Despite lower participant numbers, it was a race for the record books. The winner of the race, Hayden Hawks, set a new course record in 5:18:40, nearly four minutes faster …
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Like a duck takes to water, or perhaps more appropriate for the Austin, Texas-based runner and photographer, like a cowboy takes to wearing boots, Jobie Williams’ side gig as a photographer …
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An update to Garmin’s Index Smart Scale, which measures a number of physiological metrics in addition to basic weight. The S2 is smaller and lighter than the previous model, with …
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The beauty of ultrarunning is that there is no prerequisite. You can start at any stage in life. To participate, you simply need some drive and determination. Talent helps, but …
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2020 was a year full of problems and sorrow that none of us saw coming, but it was also a year of adapting to change. While it was also a …