Cushion and Grip: 2025 Hardrock 100 Shoes Analysis
What shoes did runners wear at the 2025 Hardrock 100? We analyzed the shoes of every runner at this year’s event.
It’s UTMB week! Tom Evans and Ruth Croft won this weekend’s UTMB. Read all about it in our in-depth results article.
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Hoka Dominates: 2025 Western States 100 Shoes Analysis
TRAILRUNNINGReview and iRunFar have collaborated to analyze the shoes worn by runners at the 2025 Western States 100.
The Trail That Hope Carves: Defying Cancer to Run the 2025 Western States 100
Jennifer George trained for the 2025 Western States 100 while undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. This is her story.
“The Romsdal Method:” Film Explores the Unique Training of Romsdal, Norway, Athletes for the 2024 Western States 100
A new film follows the training of Romsdal, Norway-based athletes on their path to the 2024 Western States 100.
How to Fuel a Memory
One reader shares some memories of adventures with loved ones, centered around food.
Strolling Along: A Dad’s Take on the Joys of Stroller Running
Runner and dad Kyle Fulmer shares his joy of stroller running with his son Kellen.
Let’s Be Brave Today: Racing the 2025 HURT 100 Mile
An account of the 2025 HURT 100 Mile, by women’s winner and course record holder, Alyssa Clark.
Dakota Jones To Attempt 100-Mile American Record in Fundraising Effort
Dakota Jones asks for your help to take action against climate change, in conjunction with his upcoming 100-mile American record attempt.
Runners and Hikers Warned Not to Bring an InReach or Other Satellite Device to India
Caution is urged as a number of runners and hikers are arrested in India for traveling with satellite devices.
Amongst the Cocoa Trees: The Rise of Trail Running in Côte d’Ivoire
A short essay about racing on the beautiful trails of Côte d’Ivoire.
It’s Brave to Collapse Next to the Trail
A creative reflection on what it means to find one’s limits on the trails.
Recovery Run: Running as Revitalization in the Arkansas Delta
An article about running as a vehicle for economic and social rejuvenation, through the example of the Delta Dash race in Helena, Arkansas.
Tyler Green Pre-2024 Western States 100 Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with Tyler Green before the 2024 Western States 100.
Eszter Csillag Pre-2024 Western States 100 Interview
A video interview with Eszter Csillag before the 2024 Western States 100.
Miles and the Mind: Psychological Factors in Multi-Day Ultramarathons
A look at some of the psychological factors that come into play during multi-day ultramarathons.
Fueling the Distance: Why Protein Is Crucial for Runners
A deep dive into the science behind protein consumption for runners.
Dragon Sun, Tiger Moon: Fastpacking the Backbone Trail in California
Vic Thasiah seeks to connect with a Chinese ecological heritage and an ancient Asian worldview during a run through his backyard wilderness.
iRunFlat: The Sub-Three Pipe Dream
Ultrarunner and new dad Kyle Fulmer asks, “Is a sub-three-hour marathon attainable for a geriatric millennial like me?”
Sit, Write, Run: Running With the Mind of Mountains
Katie Arnold, author of the new book “Brief Flashings in the Phenomenal World,” offers advice for running with freedom and flow.
Embracing the Adventure: Nepal’s Capital to Country Multi-Day Ultra
The Capital to Country Ultra Marathon brings in a variety of competitors — all with different goals for this five-day stage race.
Running for a Cause: How Trail Running Connects With Nepal Through the Himalayan Trust’s Summit Challenge
The Himalayan Trust Summit Challenge offers a chance for runners to build local community, run hills, and support communities in Nepal.
Running for a Cause: ReNew Earth Running and the Bears Ears Inter-Tribal Coalition
An account of one runner’s experience at the San Juan Solstice 50 Mile, to raise money for ReNew Earth Running and the Bears Ears Inter-Tribal Coalition — two non-profits set up with the aim of honoring and respecting Indigenous lands, and restoring lands to the stewardship of tribal nations.
Until the Shoes Fall Off
The thoughts of an ultrarunner in advancing years, inspired by an extract from the HBO skating documentary , “Tony Hawk: Until the Wheels Fall Off.”
The Soul Will Always Be There
A community member’s thoughts on the commercialization of trail running, and the existence in harmony of grassroots community events alongside bigger commercial races.
