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For younger trail runners, it can be hard to enter the world of training and racing. The All In Trail Collective is an organization that offers opportunities for coaching and …

On Saturday, November 30 at 7 a.m., the inaugural Bulldog 12/6 Hour Track Ultras began in Lake Worth, Florida. Unusual weather, cloudy with temps in the low 60s, made for …

Over the last four years, we have seen a noticeable increase of fast times in elite ultrarunning. What’s behind these improvements? Are there key factors that could help all runners …

BoR is a nonprofit organization that was designed to support military veterans by introducing them to the sport of trail running, and, by extension, to ultrarunning.

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.

Let’s face it, the winter months in the northern hemisphere include a lot of dark hours. While not every ultramarathon or trail race requires runners to spend time running in …

The difference between a durable training shoe and and speedy racing shoe can be substantial. Here are two models from Hoka that we’ve put to the test for both long …

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 …

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 …

It’s only November, but winter has already arrived in many parts of the world. Regardless of your location and feelings toward winter running, there are plenty of ways to manage …

Standing on the start line of the Western States 100 at age 67, I was not worried about course or age group records. However, I was concerned that while 78% …

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.

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.

I trained enough. I was thoughtful in my gradual build up. Roughly halfway through my training leading up to the Oregon Cascades 100, I started to think I might be …

The official website of the Last Annual Vol State (LAVS) claims, “Ordinary People Can Achieve Extraordinary Things,” but immerse yourself in the race and you will find that these journey …

Many runners have encountered IT band syndrome in their careers. Those who’ve had it know that it can be a debilitating injury that can keep you off the trail for …

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 …

This race wasn’t on my radar at all when I was planning my 2024 race calendar, but I had no reason to say no. Midwest States 100 in Westboro, Wisconsin, …

Since 2021, the Broken Anvil Backyard Ultra has seen its runner participation increase year after year and in 2024, 87 runners toed the line. Starting under the lights of a …

Palo Duro is the second biggest canyon in the US, after the Grand Canyon. Located in North Texas, Palo Duro Canyon State Park has its sacred geology. Layers of colorful rock …

After getting a taste of the Barkley Fall Classic (BFC) last year, I couldn’t wait to return. I knew several people who entered the lottery, and the first to receive …

As I drove to Greensfelder County Park in Wildwood, Missouri, on September 14, it hit me that this would be my 10th year running in the Rockin’ Rockwoods 53k. I …

Despite the challenges of the day at Ironbull Ultra Trail in Wausau, Wisconsin, the final finisher, Justin Gaiche, discovered that overcoming fear was the biggest hurdle in his journey.

You’re not supposed to be leaping and singing with just a few hours left during an ultra. But how could I not? I was running through the most majestic scenery …

Each summer, 6 Days in the Dome is held at the Petit National Ice Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. After finishing the race with 324 miles in 2023, it was an …

Lila Gaudrault, 21, a senior at the University of New England, has quickly established herself in the New England ultra scene, winning a race (or more) each month. Lila shared …

Experience, athleticism, age, fitness and a host of other factors play a role in how well runners can execute the various demands of running downhill fast. If you’re looking to …

Summer is on its way out, but that doesn’t mean our taste buds can’t enjoy the flavors of the season. With these nutrition products in your training routine, it’ll be …

A pair of strategically deployed collapsible carbon fiber poles might just save your next “A” goal and place you in a pole position you never dreamed of.

The Whiterock Ultra in Iowa is the “Cheers” of the ultrarunning world. If you’re under 35, you may need to Google that to know what I mean. The 50-miler begins …