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Supporting Kenyan Off-Road Runners: A Profile of Thomas Krejci and run2gether

A profile of Thomas Krejci, the founder of run2gether, a non-profit with the goal of providing racing, career, and life opportunities for Kenyan off-road runners.

VJ iRock+ Review

An in-depth review of the VJ iRock+ trail running shoe.

David Hedges Sets Men’s Supported Nolan’s 14 Fastest Known Time — Again

For the second time, David Hedges has set a men’s supported fastest known time on the Nolan’s 14 mountain running route in Colorado.

This Week In Running: September 15, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 15, 2025.

“Solitude Monitoring:” Trail Runners Volunteer on Local Public Lands

Gabe Joyes goes on a solitude monitoring trip through Wyoming’s Gros Ventre Wilderness to collect data for the U.S. Forest Service.

2025 Run Rabbit Run 100 Mile Results: Riley Brady and Jesse Rich Dominate

Results from the 2025 Run Rabbit Run 100 Mile, won by Riley Brady and Jesse Rich.

Trail Running and Performance Enhancing Drugs

AJW talks about the sadness of realizing that trail running and ultrarunning aren’t immune to PED use.

A Day with Friends

Hannah Green contemplates the simple joy of spending a big day out in the mountains with friends.

Keeping Upright in the Wild Weather of the 2025 UTMB Week with Vibram Outsoles

A look at how Vibram outsoles performed in the unpredictable conditions of the 2025 UTMB Mont Blanc festival.

Inov8 TrailFly Max Review

An in-depth review of the Inov8 Trailfly Max trail running shoe.

In Praise of the Big Hairy Audacious Goal

Some reasons why you might want to make sure you have a Big Hairy Audacious Goal on your running calendar.

Joyline Chepngeno Receives Doping Sanction After 2025 Sierre-Zinal Win, Multiple Results Nullified

Kenyan Joyline Chepngeno fails in-competition doping test following her 2025 Sierre-Zinal win.

Six Signs Your Running Injury May Be Caused by Your Neck

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan discusses how nerve tension and irritation can cause or prolong running injuries in the rest of the body.

This Week In Running: September 8, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 8, 2025.

Coaching the 2025 UTMB Champions: Scott Johnston’s Focus on Muscular Endurance

Scott Johnston coached both 2025 UTMB winners with training plans focused on building muscular endurance.

The Golden Age of Trail Running Shoes is Upon Us

AJW reflects on the growth and change of trail running shoes and the trail shoe brands that featured in this summer’s racing scene.

A Single Switchback: Michelino Sunseri Found Guilty in Grand Teton FKT Switchback-Cutting Trial

A shortcut shaved time off Michelino Sunseri’s 2024 Grand Teton FKT attempt and led to a federal trial. This feature article explores how the case could have implications far beyond a single switchback.

La Sportiva Prodigio Pro Review

An in-depth review of the La Sportiva Prodigio Pro trail running shoe.

A Foreigner’s Incomplete Guide to Running in Seoul, South Korea

An introduction to trail running around Seoul, South Korea.

Nike Wildhorse 10 Review

An in-depth review of the Nike Wildhorse 10 trail running shoe.

This Week In Running: September 1, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 1, 2025.

Ruth Croft, 2025 UTMB Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ruth Croft after her win of the 2025 UTMB.

Tom Evans, 2025 UTMB Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Tom Evans after his win of the 2025 UTMB.

Camille Bruyas Post-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Camille Bruyas after her second-place finish at the 2025 UTMB.

Ben Dhiman Post-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ben Dhiman after his second-place finish at the 2025 UTMB.

Katharina Hartmuth Post-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Katharina Hartmuth after her third-place finish at the 2025 UTMB.

Josh Wade Post-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Josh Wade after his third-place finish at the 2025 UTMB.

2025 UTMB Results: Tom Evans and Ruth Croft Weather the Storm and Win

Results from the 2025 UTMB, won by Tom Evans and Ruth Croft.

2025 CCC Results: Martyna Młynarczyk Wins Duel, Francesco Puppi Dominates

Results from the 2025 CCC, won by Martyna Młynarczyk and Francesco Puppi.

Backcountry Labor Day Sale: Save up to 60% on Shoes, Apparel, and Gear

Outfit your adventures for less with discounts from Backcountry.com.

Legendary Aid Stations: Cow Camp at the Crazy Mountain 100 Mile

The eighth article in a series honoring legendary aid stations looks at the Cow Camp aid station in the Crazy Mountain 100 Mile.

2025 OCC Results: Jim Walmsley, Miao Yao Win Dramatic Races on Alternate Course

Results from the 2025 OCC, won by Jim Walmsley and Miao Yao.

Perfect Pacing: The Numbers Behind Optimal Racing at UTMB

Can the data from past UTMB races give us optimal pacing strategies for this year’s UTMB?

Tom Evans Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Tom Evans before the 2025 UTMB.

REI Labor Day Sale: Save up to 30% on Running Shoes and Apparel

Whether you’re prepping for marathon season or want to refresh your summer kit before next year, this seasonal sale ia a great time to save on the latest shoes, apparel, and vests from top running brands.

Camille Bruyas Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Camille Bruyas before the 2025 UTMB.

François D’Haene Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with François D’Haene before the 2025 UTMB.

2025 UTMB Giveaway: Altra Experience Wild 2 and Tailwind Nutrition

To celebrate the 2025 UTMB, Altra, Tailwind, and iRunFar have teamed up in this giveaway!

Hayden Hawks Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Hayden Hawks before the 2025 UTMB.

2025 TDS Results: Careth Arnold and Antoine Charvolin Win

Results from the 2025 TDS, won by Careth Arnold and Antoine Charvolin.

Courtney Dauwalter Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Courtney Dauwalter before the 2025 UTMB.

Sibusiso Kubheka Breaks 6 Hours for 100 Kilometers in Adidas-Sponsored Time Trial Event “Chasing 100”

Sibusiso Kubheka broke 6 hours for 100 kilometers at Chasing 100, a pushing-whats-humanly-possible event akin to Breaking2 and Breaking4.

Germain Grangier Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Germain Grangier before the 2025 UTMB.

Ask a Pro: Increasing Race Distance, Working With Coaches, Saving Toenails, and More

Gabe Joyes answers your questions on all things trail running.

2025 UTMB Live Coverage

Follow iRunFar’s live coverage from the 2025 UTMB on Friday and Saturday, August 29 and 30.

Lin Chen Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Lin Chen before the 2025 UTMB.

Ruth Croft Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ruth Croft before the 2025 UTMB.

Ben Dhiman Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ben Dhiman before the 2025 UTMB.

Emily Hawgood Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Emily Hawgood before the 2025 UTMB.

Ludovic Pommeret Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ludovic Pommeret before the 2025 UTMB.

Abby Hall Pre-2025 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Abby Hall before the 2025 UTMB.

This Week In Running: August 25, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for August 25, 2025.

Nike Trail Team Becomes All Conditions Racing Department, Nike to Launch Radical AirFlow Apparel and ACG Ultrafly in 2026

Today, Nike announces a major off-trail rebrand, renaming its elite team and hinting at future apparel and shoe releases.

2025 U.S. Collegiate Trail Running Championships Return to Moab This Fall

The 2025 U.S. Collegiate Trail Running Championships are returning to Moab, Utah, this November, and now is the time to register!

Chasing Ann Trason: Anne Flower’s Historic 2025 Leadville 100 Mile Run

Anne Flower set a course record at the 2025 Leadville 100 Mile, besting ultrarunning icon Ann Trason’s 31-year-old record.

Lessons From the Mountains

Hannah Green ponders the lessons mountains can teach us about our personal limits.

Brooks Caldera 8 Review

An in-depth review of the Brooks Caldera 8 trail running shoes.

All in the Family: A Profile of Amanda Basham

For Altra athlete Amanda Basham, running really is a family affair.

Repairing Your GPS Watch: Current Options from Coros, Garmin, and Suunto

Buying a GPS watch isn’t a casual purchase. Most runners are dropping somewhere between $300 and $800 on a device […]

You Are What You Love: Running Edition

Sabrina Little examines how her love of running shapes her as a person.

Tara Dower Sets New Overall Supported Fastest Known Time on Vermont’s Long Trail

Tara Dower ran the 272-mile Long Trail in 3 days, 18 hours, and 29 minutes for a new overall supported FKT.

2025 UTMB Men’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the men’s field at the 2025 UTMB.

2025 UTMB Women’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the women’s field at the 2025 UTMB.