2024 Ultra-Trail Cape Town 100k Results: Hugo Deck and Jazmine Lowther Run to Victory
Hugo Deck of France and Jazmine Lowther of Canada win the 2024 Ultra-Trail Cape Town 100k.
Abby Hall and Caleb Olson won the Western States 100! Read our 2025 Western States 100 results article for the full race story. Also, enter now for your chance to win Altra Experience Wild 2 trail shoes.
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 Cold Weather Running Gear of 2025
Here’s the best cold weather running gear for staying warm, dry, and happy.
Initiative Tackles Problem of Human Waste in the Backcountry
A new study examines the extent of the poop problem on Colorado’s 14ers, and looks at ways to solve it.
Best Running Rain Jackets of 2025
After many miles and a multiple years of testing, here’s our guide to the best running rain jackets on the market today.
Best Running Jackets of 2025
After extensive testing, the iRunFar team offers suggestions for the best jackets for any running situation.
Best Winter Running Jackets of 2025
When temperature drop, these winter jackets will keep you warm, dry, and comfortable, regardless of the type of weather you’re facing.
Best Water Filters for Trail Running of 2025
Check out iRunFar’s picks for the best water purification devices for trail runners and ultrarunners.
Georgia Porter Sets the Women’s Overall Fastest Known Time on the Arizona Trail
Georgia Porter has set the women’s overall and women’s supported fastest known time on the 817-mile Arizona Trail.
Nick Fowler Sets the Men’s Overall Fastest Known Time on the Arizona Trail
Nick Fowler sets the men’s overall fastest known time on the 817-mile Arizona Trail, in a self-supported effort.
Running to Make a Difference: Junel Malapad’s Running Day
A profile of Junel Malapad, who has redefined Boxing Day as Running Day, to raise funds for worthy causes.
Best Ultralight Backpacking Gear of 2025
The iRunFar team offers their picks for the best items for an ultralight backpacking or fastpacking kit.
“Into the (Un)Known:” New Film Documents Kilian Jornet’s 2023 Pyrenees Adventure
Watch “Into the (Un)Known,” a new film about Kilian Jornet’s eight-day Pyrenees adventure in 2023.
Mammoth Trail Fest 26k Results: Joyce Muthoni Njeru and Elhousine Elazzaoui Dominate
Results of the 2024 Mammoth Trail Fest 26k, which was won by Joyce Muthoni Njeru and Elhousine Elazzaoui.
Tara Dower Sets New Overall Supported Fastest Known Time on the Appalachian Trail
Tara Dower set a new overall supported fastest known time on the Appalachian Trail in September 2024, beating Karel Sabbe’s 2018 record.
Kilian Jornet Completes Alpine Connections: 82 4,000-Meter Peaks, 19 days
Kilian Jornet completes all 82 of the 4,000-meter peaks in the Alps in a record 19 days in a self-powered adventure.
“Feel it All:” Film Follows Skier Drew Petersen’s Journey to Recovery Through Running the Leadville 100 Mile
A film deals with professional skier Drew Petersen’s mental health struggles and the role that running the Leadville 100 Mile played in his recovery.
“Wa/ondering:” New Film Follow’s China’s Miao Yao on the Comeback Trail
A new film follows China’s Miao Yao on her return to trail running during the 2023 racing season.
Sophia Laukli: From Skis to Trails
Defending Sierre-Zinal champion Sophia Laukli talks about her ski career, her appreciation for trail running culture, and training.
58 Peaks in 12-Plus Days: Andrea Sansone and Andrew Hamilton Establish Co-Ed Supported FKT on the Colorado 14ers
Andrea Sansone and Andrew Hamilton established a co-ed supported FKT by summiting the 58 Colorado 14,000-foot peaks in 12-plus days.
Kyle Curtin Sets Men’s Supported Colorado Trail Fastest Known Time
Kyle Curtin resets the men’s supported Colorado Trail fastest known time for the east-to-west direction via the Collegiate West variant.
Tyler Green: On the Pursuit of One’s Personal Best
Tyler Green talks about his less-than-direct journey into ultrarunning, motivations, goals, and defining success at the Western States 100.
2024 Western States 100 Women’s Preview
An in-depth preview of the women’s race at the 2024 Western States 100.
Best Trail Running Shoes for Mud of 2024
A guide to the best trail running shoes for mud with models from Icebug, Inov8, Salomon, Saucony, and Topo.
Manuel Merillas: Relationships with the Mountains
Manuel Merillas, the 2023 Zegama Marathon champion, has spent years building relationships with races and mountains, and his list of future goals is long and varied.
Education, Service, and Running: Join Camp & Run 2024 in Colorado
Camp & Run 2024 gives participants the chance to engage deeply with the Leadville area and give back to the community.
‘Walmsley – The Film:’ A Look Behind the Public Image
A feature-length film looking into Jim Walmsley’s life, his relationships with both people and running, and his evolution as an athlete.
2024 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Results: New Winners with Valmassoi and Dhiman
Results from the 2024 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail 115k won by Martina Valmassoi and Ben Dhiman.
