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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 they expect to last years. At that price, you’re not…

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.

This Week In Running: August 18, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for August 18, 2025.

Anne Flower and David Roche Set Course Records at 2025 Leadville 100 Mile

Anne Flower broke the 31-year-old record held by Ann Trason, while David Roche set a record for a second year in a row at the 2025 Leadville 100 Mile.

100 Friends for 100 Miles: Special Olympics Fundraising at the 2025 Leadville 100 Mile

Adam Trubow is using his run at the Leadville 100 Mile to try to raise $100,000 for Special Olympics New Mexico.

“The Nomad:” A New Film About Moroccan Trail Runner Elhousine Elazzaoui

A new film, “The Nomad,” explores the background and inner landscape of Moroccan trail runner Elhousine Elazzaoui.

Questionable Judgements: Front Porch Thoughts From a Yellow House Painted Green

Zach Miller reflects on how we’re often quick to judge objects, and people, on only one aspect of their existence.

South Africa Chosen for 2027 World Mountain and Trail Running Championships

Cape Town, South Africa will host the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in 2027.

Backcountry Summer Semi-Annual Sale: Save Up to 50% on Gear, Shoes, and Apparel

Get deals on running shoes, active apparel, accessories, and more from Backcountry.

Leadville 100 Mile: Then and Now

A look at the history, growth, and racers of the Leadville 100 Mile.

Love of the Hills: A Conversation With Finlay Wild

A profile of Scottish hill runner and ultrarunner, Finlay Wild.

Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra Review

An in-depth review of the Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra trail running shoe.

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.

Joe’s Fix-It Series: Plantar Foot Pain

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan examines plantar foot pain, some of its overlooked causes, and how to prevent this painful injury.

Hoka Mafate X Review

An in-depth review of the Hoka Mafate X trail running shoe.

Tracksmith Steps Further Off-Road, Launches Eliot Range Trail Shoe

Tracksmith launches the Tracksmith Eliot Range trail running shoe and Overland collection of trail running apparel and gear.

This Week In Running: August 11, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for August 11, 2925.

2025 Sierre-Zinal Results: Philemon Kiriago and Caroline Kimutai Win in Kenyan Sweep

Results from the 2025 Sierre-Zinal mountain race won by Kenyans Philemon Kiriago and Caroline Kimutai.

Running and Aging: Taking What the Day Gives You

AJW muses on the occasions when it’s best to just let things happen, whether in training or in life.

Hoka Rocket X 3 Review

An in-depth review of the Hoka Rocket X 3 road running shoe.

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.

Best Mountain Running Gear of 2025

Here’s the iRunFar editorial team’s favorite mountain running gear.

Kilian Jornet Announces U.S. Mountain Project, “States of Elevation”

Kilian Jornet announces States of Elevation, his newest human-powered mountain project, this time in the U.S. in September 2025.

Golden Opportunities With Neeraj Egbert, 2025 Western States 100 Golden Hour Ticket Winner

A profile of the 2025 Western States 100 Golden Hour Ticket winner, Neeraj Egbert.

Brooks Cascadia 19 Review

An in-depth review of the Brooks Cascadia 19 trail running shoe.

This Week In Running: August 4, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for August 4, 2025.

Built for the Long Run: Meet the HOKA Mafate 5 

Introducing the HOKA Mafate 5, a smooth and stable shoe ready for any distance over every kind of terrain.

Finding My People in the Circle of Hell

iRunFar’s Andy Jones-Wilkins celebrates a great day’s running at a grassroots event.

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.

A Fond Farewell

Outgoing Managing Editor Sarah Brady bids a fond farewell to iRunFar’s team and readers.

On Cloudultra Pro Review

An in-depth review of the On Cloudultra Pro trail running shoe.

This Week In Running: July 28, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for July 28, 2025.

Legendary Aid Stations: Twin Lakes at the Leadville 100 Mile

The seventh article in a series honoring legendary aid stations looks at Twin Lakes at the Leadville 100 Mile.

Salomon S/Lab Ultra Glide Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon S/Lab Ultra Glide trail running shoes.

Introducing the Hoka Rocket X Trail: The Rumors Are True

A first look at the Hoka Rocket X Trail trail running shoe.

Ultrarunning as A Vehicle for Exploration: A Data Driven Look at the Habits of Ultrarunners

A look at the ways in which finishers of the 2025 Sulphur Springs 100k use ultrarunning as a means of exploration.

Ask the Pro: Running With Joy, Headlamp Choice, When to Walk, and More

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

This Week In Running: July 21, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for July 21, 2025.

Bob Becker Becomes Oldest Badwater 135 Mile Finisher at Age 80

A conversation with Bob Becker, age 80, after he became the oldest official finisher of the Badwater 135 Mile.

Win a $500 Gift Card from Smartwool

Load up on Merino wool running socks and apparel with a shopping spree from Smartwool.

One More Go

Zach Miller reflects on running the 2025 Hardrock 100, after a difficult build-up with injury.

A Practical Guide to Running with Small Kids

Sabrina Little offers advice on fitting in running alongside the demands of parenting small children.

Ahead of Your Time: Introducing the HOKA Rocket X 3

Introducing the HOKA Rocket X 3, the brand’s newest marathon-focused super shoe.

Asics Gel-Trabuco 13 Review

An in-depth review of the Asics Gel-Trabuco 13 trail running shoe.

Woah-Worthy Running Events in the U.S. to Add to Your Race Wish List

These ultra-scenic, ultramarathons will knock your running socks off.

This Week In Running: July 14, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for July 14, 2025.

Ludovic Pommeret, 2025 Hardrock 100 Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ludovic Pommeret after his win at the 2025 Hardrock 100.

Katie Schide, 2025 Hardrock 100 Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Katie Schide after her course record setting win at the 2025 Hardrock 100.

Mathieu Blanchard Post-2025 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Mathieu Blanchard after his second-place finish at the 2025 Hardrock 100.