The Long Game: Gifts for Ultrarunners
We’ve pulled together some of the best gifts for the ultrarunner in your life.
Sarah Brady
Title: Editor
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Social Media Links:
LinkedIn | Instagram
Expertise
- Topics of Expertise: Trail running, ultrarunning, editing
- Years of Expertise: 7 years of trail running, 6 years of ultrarunning, 8 years of editing
Education & Certifications
- Education: Bachelor of Arts in New Media and English, University of Limerick; Master of Art in Literature and Publishing, National University of Ireland, Galway
- Years of Professional Experience: 8 years of full-time editorial experience prior to joining iRunFar
- Club or Association Memberships: Irish Mountain Running Association
- Awards or Recognitions: Best Newcomer or Breakthrough Achievement Award by Outsider Magazine, 2018
- Other Relevant Positions, Current or Past: Editor, Gill Education; Editor, Educate.ie
A Word from Sarah Brady
I became an editor because of my love of the written word. At iRunFar, I can combine this with my passion for trail running. My personal interests include trail running, ultrarunning, reading, animals, and nature.
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2022 Trail World Championships 80k Results: Peterman and L’Hirondel Win
Results of the 2022 Trail World Championships 80k, won by Adam Peterman and Blandine L’Hirondel.
Ultradistance Project: Study Examines the Psychological Profile of Ultrarunners
Participate in a research project investigating ultrarunner psychology.
2022 Trail World Championships 80k Women’s Preview
An in-depth preview of the 2022 Trail World Championships 80k women’s race in Chiang Mai, Thailand, on November 5, 2022.
On the Up: A Conversation With Adam Peterman
A profile of 2022 Western States 100 winner and Team USA runner Adam Peterman.
Belgian Runners Merijin Geerts and Ivo Steyaert Break Backyard Ultra Record
Belgian runners Merijn Geerts and Ivo Steyaert have broken the backyard ultra record, covering over 420 miles in 101 hours.
A Community of Explorers: Big Sunday Runs, Wellington, New Zealand
An article about the Big Sunday Runs group in Wellington, New Zealand, as part of a column about off-road running communities around the world.
Mountain Runner Mark Kangogo Issued Doping Ban After 2022 Sierre-Zinal
Kenya’s Mark Kangogo is served with a three-year ban for testing positive for two banned substances at the 2022 Sierre-Zinal.
Taking Back the Crown: CJ Albertson on His New 50k World Record
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CJ Albertson Sets 50k World Record in 2:38:43
CJ Albertson breaks the 50k world record in a time of 2:38:43 (to be ratified).
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Watch this short film showcasing urban trails in San Francisco, California.
No Limits: An Interview With Aleksandr Sorokin About His New 24-Hour World Record
An interview with Aleksandr Sorokin about his new 24-hour world record set in September 2022 at the IAU 24-Hour European Championships, and his aspirations of breaking 200 miles.
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An in-depth profile of ultrarunner, skyrunner, and ski mountaineer, Hillary Gerardi.
Mosquito Fire Displaces Thousands in California and Impacts Western States 100 Course
The Mosquito Fire continues to spread, threatening more than 9,000 homes and forcing the evacuation of more than 11,000 people, officials said.
Andrea Sansone Resets Women’s Supported Fastest Known Time on Nolan’s 14
Andrea Sansone resets the women’s supported fastest known time in 45:52 on the Nolan’s 14 route in Colorado.
Tom Evans Post-2022 UTMB Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with Tom Evans after his third-place finish at the 2022 UTMB.
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A video interview (with transcript) with Eszter Csillag after her fifth-place finish at the 2022 UTMB.
Paving the Way: Black Trail Runners
An article about the Black Trail Runners community in the U.K. and diversity in trail running.
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Straight From the Horse’s Mouth: A Conversation With Ricky Lightfoot
An in-depth profile of U.K. runner Ricky Lightfoot.
2022 Hardrock 100 Results: Dauwalter and Jornet Smash Course Records
Results from the 2022 Hardrock 100, where Kilian Jornet and Courtney Dauwalter, both set course records.
Running Home: Michael Wardian Concludes His Run Across America
On July 1, 2022, ultrarunner Michael Wardian completed his run across America.
