It’s Transvulcania week, and iRunFar is covering the Canary Islands event! The Vertical Kilometer is on Thursday, and the Ultra and Half Marathon are on Saturday. Follow along!

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This Week In Running: May 4, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 4, 2026.

2026 Transvulcania Vertical Kilometer and Half Marathon Preview

An in-depth preview of the 2026 Transvulcania Vertical Kilometer and Half Marathon races on La Palma, in the Canary Islands.

2026 Transvulcania Ultramarathon Preview

An in-depth preview of the 2026 Transvulcania Ultramarathon on La Palma, in the Canary Islands.

Altra Experience Wild 3+ Review

An in-depth review of the Altra Experience Wild 3+ trail running shoes.

‘Cocodona 250: Ryan Sandes Runs 250 Miles to Rediscover His Love for Running’ Film Review

Follow Ryan Sandes through a soggy 2025 Cocodona 250 Mile as he reflects on two decades of ultrarunning.

John Cappis: Remembering a Hardrock and Western States Pioneer

A tribute to ultrarunning pioneer John Cappis, who passed away earlier this week.

‘This Is Running:’ A Review of Raziq Rauf’s Book Celebrating the Culture, History, and Future of Running

Raziq Rauf’s new book, “This Is Running,” explores the evolution of running culture in the past century through stories and photos.

VJ Ultra 3 Review

An in-depth review of the VJ Ultra 3 trail running shoes.

Ask the Pro: International Racing Unknowns, Training Transitions, and Jacket Types

Pro runner and coach Gabe Joyes answers questions about all things trail running.

From Exception to Expecting: Embracing Pregnancy and Motherhood in Competitive Running

The culture surrounding pregnancy, motherhood, and running is changing for the better.

This Week In Running: April 27, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 27, 2026.

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.

2026 Canyons by UTMB 100k Results: Adam Peterman and Riley Brady Take Home Wins

Results from the 2026 Canyons by UTMB 100k, won by Adam Peterman and Riley Brady.

2026 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail 110k Results: Victory for Katharina Hartmuth and Vincent Esmiol

Results from the 2026 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail 110k, where Katharina Hartmuth and Vincent Esmiol won.

Humans of the 2026 Boston Marathon

Celebrating the humans of the 2026 Boston Marathon.

Best Cushioned Running Shoes of 2026

We tested some of the best cushioned road running shoes on the market to find ones that could suit any running style.

Discovering a New Place Through Running

AJW writes about how running can help you get to know a new-to-you place.

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.

BioLite Range 500 Headlamp Review

An in-depth review of the BioLite Range 500 headlamp.

The 200-Mile Phenomenon: A Data-Based Look at Their Growth and Demographics

A look at demographics and growth data from North America’s top 200-plus-mile races.

Para-Athlete Alexis Trougnou Sets Mount Kilimanjaro FKT, Helps Pave Way for Para-Speed Efforts

In February, Alexis Trougnou of France set a para-FKT on Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa.

The Distance Stops Changing

Jerry Dunn reflects on how his relationship with running has changed over the past 50 years.

Human Half-Marathon World Record Zapped by Humanoid Robot at the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon

A humanoid robot named Lightning beat the human half-marathon world record at the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon.

This Week In Running: April 20, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 20, 2026.

Boston Bound: The Joy of Wesley Kiptoo and Alex Masai

Getting to know Alex Masai and Wesley Kiptoo ahead of the 2026 Boston Marathon.

Steady Love

Zach Miller writes about embracing the steady love aspects of running while still chasing big goals.

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.

A Simple Fix: A Profile of Bras for Girls Founder Sarah Lesko

Sarah Lesko talks about how the nonprofit Bras for Girls can keep girls in sports.

Understanding and Improving Hip Efficiency, Part 2: Strength

Try these six exercises to target specific hip movements for improved hip efficiency and coordination.

Ultrarunning Culture

Sabrina Little writes about cultivating running culture.

Garmin Forerunner 970 Review

An in-depth review of the Garmin Forerunner 970 GPS running watch.

This Week In Running: April 13, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 13, 2026.

2026 Marathon des Sables Legendary Results: Mohamed El Morabity and Maryline Nakache Dominate

Results of the 2026 Marathon des Sables Legendary, won by Maryline Nakache and Mohamed El Morabity.

2026 Two Oceans Marathon Results: 7th Win for Gerda Steyn, Debut Victory for Arthur Jantjies

Results from the 2026 Two Oceans Marathon in South Africa, won by Arthur Jantjies and Gerda Steyn.

Building Community the Old Fashioned Way

AJW writes about how race-specific training camps have created some of his best running memories.

HOKA Speedgoat 7: Through the Shoe Designer’s Eyes

A conversation with HOKA Senior Product Line Manager Jared Smith about the new HOKA Speedgoat 7.

Every Rain Drop

Hannah Green writes about existing in gratitude after a winter that never arrived to the mountains.

It’s Not the Gear: 9 Running Gear Rules from iRunFar’s Gear Editor

Bryon Powell, iRunFar’s gear editor, suggests some running gear rules.

Kiprun Kipsummit Max Review

An in-depth review of the Kiprun Kipsummit Max trail running shoe.

This Week In Running: April 6, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 6, 2026.

Running and Aging: Finding Surprise Improvements

AJW takes a moment to appreciate a good day out at the 2026 Crown King Scramble 50k.

“Infinity (Featuring Biel):” A Film About Time, Pain, and Finding the Edge

A visual exploration of Biel’s run at the 2025 IAU 24-Hour World Championships.

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.

“Coming to Term:” A Film About Clare Gallagher’s Run Through Pregnancy

A look at the realities of top trail runner Clare Gallagher in her final month of pregnancy.

The North Face Vectiv Enduris 4 Review

An in-depth review of the The North Face Vectiv Enduris 4 trail running shoes.

This Week In Running: March 30, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 30, 2026.

On the Move Again

Before a move from Arizona to Oregon, AJW thinks about how running has helped him find a sense of home wherever he lives.

Brooks Ghost Trail Review

An in-depth review of the Brooks Ghost Trail running shoes.

Advancing Scientific Understanding of Women Ultrarunners With the Women’s Health Programme

The Women’s Health Programme partners with UTMB to collect data to advance research on female ultrarunners.

Ask the Pro: Trail Shoe Colors, Training for Increased Distances, and Fueling Strategies

Pro runner and coach Gabe Joyes answers questions about all things trail running.

This Week In Running: March 23, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 23, 2026.

2026 Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB 120k Results: Courtney Dauwalter and Thomas Cardin Win

Results from the 2026 Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB 120k, won by Courtney Dauwalter and Thomas Cardin.

Something to Say

Through the lens of writer’s block, Zach Miller ponders the importance of being true to ourselves in running and life.

A Meeting of Mountain Cultures: How the U.S.’s First Skyrunning Race Shaped the Sport

A look at the early intersection of European and American skyrunning in 1994.

A Sustainable Runner: A Profile of Damian Hall

A conversation with Damian Hall, co-founder of The Green Runners, about the environmental considerations of racing and longevity in running.

What Pride Forgets

Sabrina Little examines the pitfalls of pride in running and in life.

Inov8 TrailFly Zero V2 Review

An in-depth review of the Inov8 TrailFly Zero V2 trail running shoes.

This Week In Running: March 16, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 16, 2026.

2025 IAU 50k World Championships Results: British Sweep for Alex Milne and Naomi Robinson

Alex Milne and Naomi Robinson of Great Britain overcame heat and poor air quality to win the 2025 IAU 50k World Championships.

The Virtues of Intrinsic Rewards Revisited

AJW considers the importance placed on finisher’s medals in light of the 2026 LA Marathon.

Ourea Events Closes Doors, Cancels 2026 Events

Ourea Events, a U.K. race production company, shuts down in surprise announcement.

UltrAspire Spry 5.0 Race Vest Review

An in-depth review of the UltrAspire Spry 5.0 Race Vest.

Queens Never Quit: A Conversation with Joyce Njeru

A profile of Kenyan mountain runner Joyce Njeru.