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In 1979, director Walter Hill released one of the most iconic cult movies of all time — The Warriors, which follows a street gang over a single night as they …

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 …

We sat down with 20-year-old Mateo Sanchez DeLope, a junior at UC Davis and a multiple-time 100-mile finisher, who ran his first ultra at the Canyons 100-miler in 2023 and …

Sometimes, our running injuries don’t actually stem from running. They are triggered from things that we do in everyday life, and we don’t even realize it. While we spend a …

I almost lost my friend Todd at the Night Hawk 50K in Lawrence, Kansas. Well, not literally. When we arrived at the start/finish to begin a third loop, he grumbled, …

In 2018, Katie Arnold won the Leadville 100-miler on a bionic knee. It seems an impossible accomplishment, considering that she couldn’t even walk two years prior to crossing the finish …

The 36th running of the Angeles Crest 100 Mile Endurance Run returned to the original point-to-point route from Wrightwood to Altadena through the San Gabriel Mountains in Southern California, which …

We sat down with 25-year-old Addison Hendricks, the winner of the 2024 Last Annual Heart of the South (HOTS). Hendricks shared more about ultrarunning, his multiple finishes at HOTS and …

Many ultrarunners will tell you their crew has the hardest job between the start line and the finish line. After crewing 140 100-mile trail races, I can tell you with …

On the third weekend in July, runners and riders flocked to the dirt roads of central Vermont, toeing the line and completing a 100-mile adventure known as the Vermont 100. …

The Old Dominion 100-Mile Endurance Run is the second-oldest 100-miler in the country – steeped in history, rich in tradition and iconic in status. Why did I think I could …

Two young bothers, Noal and Trace Mitchell, ages 13 and 15, respectively, recently found the sport of ultrarunning through attending Land Between the Lakes in Grand Rivers, Kentucky with their …

Based in the UK, the brand Inov8 has over 20 years of experience refining their shoe designs in the mountains of the English Lakes District. One of their latest trail …

In May, an unsponsored physical therapist from Alabama won the Cocodona 250, her 11th consecutive first-place ultramarathon finish. Those who have been watching have seen her arrival coming from a …

Born in Manila, Philippines, almost 35 years ago, Jeremiah Maestre moved to America when he was three. His journey, first in boxing and now in ultrarunning, is about inspiring people …

As the Badwater 135 approaches, we sat down with last year’s youngest finisher, and this year’s youngest entrant, Kaylee Frederick. A student at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Kaylee …

Not all races are created equal, and that’s our belief at The VUE (Vortex Ultra Experience) which takes place in Sedona, Arizona. So, when we set out to host our …

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 …

Facing temperatures near 90 degrees with humidity cranked all the way up, 117 runners attempted to conquer the 11th running of Manitou’s Revenge. The course is a 53-mile adventure through …

Ultrarunning Magazine contributor, Drew Dinan, discusses his experiences at the Western States Endurance Run.

Recently, I interviewed Penelope Allen who is a rising senior at Montana State University. At 21 years old, Penelope was the youngest entrant in Western States this year, until a …

This year’s Western States could be considered one of the fastest races in the 51-year history of the event. With the return of a three-time champion and a course-record-breaking second-place …

Northern Ohio’s 2024 Mohican Trail 100 was the 35th annual event, making it one of the oldest 100-mile foot races in the United States. Mohican is also in the Midwest …

Drop bags are a perk that can and should be taken advantage of for a greater chance of success on race day. Try to mitigate problems by preparing yourself with …

From the Youghiogheny River to the Conemaugh Gorge, a record 132 runners traversed the Laurel Highlands Trail this past Saturday, finishing the 45th running of the Laurel Highlands Ultra. After …

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. …

After a period of relative international quietude, the 2024 Mt. Fuji 100 roared back into the spotlight. First and foremost, it was because of its inclusion in the prestigious World …

A cooler start than previous years gave runners a bit of a break during the infamously rugged and exposed first section through the Crown King Saloon. The first section winds …

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 …

I was not planning to run this race at all. I was planning to merely go and crew a coaching client through his first 100-miler, maybe pitch in at an …