Applications Open for the 2026 Rut Grants
The Rut Grants offer funds for projects improving trail running culture, protecting landscapes, and expanding access in 2026.
We’re covering the Western States 100 this week! Read our women’s and men’s previews, and follow our live race blogging on Saturday and Sunday.
Eszter Horanyi
Title: Buyer’s Guide Editor
Location: Planet Earth
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Expertise
- Topics of Expertise: Mountain wandering, bikes
- Amount of Expertise: Over 7 years trail running and 20 years mountain biking. Have fixed lots of commas, hyphens, and general grammatical errors over the years.
Education & Experience
- Education: Bachelor of Arts, Physics, University of Colorado; Masters in Mechanical Engineering, University of Colorado; Doctorate in Dirtbaggery
- Years of Professional Experience Relevant to iRunFar: 15 years writing and editing professionally with one year of editing iRunFar Buyer’s Guides.
- Other Relevant Positions: Editor for The Town Bicycle; Editor for Bikepacking Journal
A Word from Eszter Horanyi
I like being outside. My personal interests include trail shuffling, ultra trail shuffling, mountain bikes, packrafts, and burritos.
Best Running Vests of 2026
iRunFar’s guide to the best running vests – from barely there packs to all-day adventure rigs – to help you get out and get after it!
Dragon’s Back Race and Northern Traverse Acquired by Ultra X Event Company
The iconic events have changed ownership after prior organizer Ourea Events shut its doors in March 2026.
Best Trekking Poles of 2026
We tested the best trekking poles on the market today — here are our top picks.
Communities Mourn Deaths at the 2026 Marathon des Sables and on the Cape Wrath Trail
Two trail runner deaths in the past week leave running communities mourning.
Best Running Belts of 2026
A guide to the best running belts and waistpacks for road running, trail running, and ultrarunning.
From Marathons to the Marathon des Sables: A Conversation with Des Linden
A conversation with two-time Olympic marathoner Des Linden ahead of the 2026 Marathon des Sables.
Best Ultralight Sleeping Pads of 2026
Here are the best ultralight sleeping pads for fastpacking and ultralight backpacking available today.
Best Running Sunglasses of 2026
Here are the iRunFar editorial team’s picks for the best running sunglasses.
Ourea Events Closes Doors, Cancels 2026 Events
Ourea Events, a U.K. race production company, shuts down in surprise announcement.
Best Cushioned Trail Running Shoes of 2026
A look at some of the best cushioned trail running shoes, include models from Altra, Brooks, Hoka, La Sportiva, Nike, and Norda.
Best Water Filters for Trail Running of 2026
Check out iRunFar’s picks for the best water filtration and purification devices for trail runners and ultrarunners.
Trail Runners Represent at Front of Olympic Skimo Mixed Relay
Trail runners featured in the top four teams at the 2026 Olympic Skimo Mixed Relay event.
Ashley Paulson Sets 100-Mile World Record at 2026 Jackpot 100 Mile
Ashley Paulson of the U.S. set a new women’s 100-mile world record of 12:19:34 at the 2026 Jackpot 100 Mile.
Best Running Pants of 2026
Our top picks for pants for running in the cold, sun protection, rain, and wind.
Olympic Skimo Gold: Skyrunner Oriol Cardona Takes Men’s Sprint Win
Spanish skyrunner and ski mountaineer Oriol Cardona wins gold at the 2026 Olympic Games Ski Mountaineering Men’s Sprint.
La Sportiva Prodigio Max Review
An in-depth review of the La Sportiva Prodigio Max trail running shoes.
2026 Barkley Marathons Results: No Finishers, but Sébastien Raichon Completes Fun Run
Sébastien Raichon of France finishes a Fun Run at the 2026 Barkley Marathons.
Intrinsic Goals and the 2026 Black Canyon 100k: A Conversation With Hans Troyer
A profile of Hans Troyer ahead of the 2026 Black Canyon 100k.
Skyrunner National Series returns to the U.S. for 2026
For the first time since 2019, the Skyrunner USA Series returns with four races across the U.S.
Applications Open for the 2026 The Trail Team
Applications are open to U.S.-based runners to join The Trail Team, Andy Wacker’s mentorship and support program for up-and-coming elites.
Erin Ton Sets New Women’s FKTs on Aconcagua
American Erin Ton has set new women’s FKTs on Aconcagua in Argentina.
Magical Kenya Mountain and Trails Series Kicks Off Second Year
The 2026 Magical Kenya Mountain and Trails Series aims to combine racing and tourism in events throughout the country.
Top Trail Runners Cam Smith and Anna Gibson Set For Skimo’s Olympic Debut
Trail runners Cam Smith and Anna Gibson will compete for Team USA at the 2026 Olympic Games in skimo.
Best Ultralight Tents for Fastpacking of 2026
These are the iRunFar team’s picks for the best ultralight tents and tarps for fastpacking.
Best Fastpacking Gear of 2026
The iRunFar team offers their picks for the best fastpacking gear out there today.
2026 Hong Kong 100k Results: Veronika Leng and Hậu Hà Tie, Gui-Du Qin Dominates
Veronika Leng and Hậu Hà tie for the women’s win at the 2026 Hong Kong 100k, and Gui-Du Qin wins the men’s race.
