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Small Study Suggests Carbon-Plated Trail Running Shoes Might Not Help on Uphills

New study conducted on effectiveness of carbon plates in trail run shoes — maybe not as effective as we would like.

Hoka Clifton 10 Review

An in-depth review of the Hoka Clifton 10 road running shoe.

How to Fuel a Memory

One reader shares some memories of adventures with loved ones, centered around food.

This Week In Running: April 14, 2025

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

2025 Marathon des Sables Legendary Results: Rachid El Morabity and Maryline Nakache Crush

Results from the 2025 Marathon des Sables, won by France’s Maryline Nakache and Morocco’s Rachid El Morabity.

When the Weather Goes South

When the weather gets tough, ultrarunners have plenty of resilience to keep on going.

The Pull: Racing Versus Adventure Running

Hannah Green weighs up the appeal of racing versus unscripted running adventures.

Early-Range Hip Flexor Strength for Runners

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan offers two exercises to build hip flexor strength for runners, thus enhancing stride efficiency.

Nike Pegasus 41 Review

An in-depth review of the Nike Pegasus 41 road running shoe.

Avoiding Icarus’ Fate: When to Rein in Your Running

A look at some signs that you might be getting carried away with your training.

Beijing to Host the First Human Versus Robot Half Marathon in April 2025

The 2025 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon, on April 13, will pit humanoid robots against humans in the first race of its kind.

Germany’s Paulina Zäck Resets Women’s FKT on New Zealand’s Te Araroa Trail

Germany’s Paulina Zäck sets a women’s overall FKT on the 1,898-mile (3,054 kilometers) Te Araroa trail in New Zealand, in self-supported fashion.

This Week In Running: April 7, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 7, 2025.

Invitations: A Conversation with Born to Adapt’s Zach Friedley

A profile of adaptive athlete, race director, and advocate, Zach Friedley.

Zpacks Duplex Lite Tent Review

An in-depth review of the Zpacks Duplex Lite Tent.

Alex Pashley: A Light Extinguished Too Soon

As tribute to Alex Pashley, an ultrarunner and outdoor industry stalwart, who died in an avalanche at age 45 in March 2025.

Sprinting Through the Mud: The Trail Runners Who Excelled in France’s Cross-Country Season

A look at some of the trail runners who competed in the 2025 French cross-country season, with insights from Blandine L’Hirondel, Thomas Cardin, and Maryline Nakache.

This Week In Running: March 31, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 31, 2025.

Legendary Aid Stations: Hancock at the High Lonesome 100 Mile

The third article in a series honoring legendary aid stations looks at the Hancock Aid Station on the High Lonesome 100 Mile course in Colorado.

“The Finisher:” New Film Goes Behind the Scenes of Jasmin Paris’ Historic 2024 Barkley Marathons

A look at “The Finisher: Jasmin Paris and the Barkley Marathons,” a new film offering a deep dive into Jasmin Paris’s historic 2024 Barkley finish.

Are Trail Runners Getting Faster?

A look at the progression of trail race performances, and how it manifests in the mid-pack as well as at the front of the field.

Method Seven Silverton Trail26 Sunglasses Review

An in-depth review of the Method Seven Silverton Trail26 running sunglasses.

Ask Gabe: Hills and Heart Rate, Pre-Race Nerves, Fueling, and More

Gabe Joyes answers your questions on all things trail running.

This Week In Running: March 24, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 24, 2025.

2025 Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB 120k Results: Fiona Pascall and Jim Walmsley Win Big

Results from the 2024 Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB 120k, won by Fiona Pascall and Jim Walmsley.

Black and White in a Sea of Gray

Zach Miller muses on the shades of gray that exist in training practices and life.

How Federal Layoffs Threaten Trail Races and Public Lands

Recent sweeping cuts to federal land agencies are creating uncertainty for trail running. Here’s what’s at stake — and what the trail community can do about it.

Belief: A Conversation with Will Murray, Second Place at the 2025 Black Canyon 100k

An in-depth profile of ascendant ultrarunner and teacher, Will Murray.

Altra King MT 2 Review

An in-depth review of the Altra King MT 2 trail running shoes.

2025 Barkley Marathons Results: No Finishers but John Kelly Holds Out for Fun Run

Results of the 2025 Barkley Marathons, which had no finishers. Only John Kelly finished the shorter Fun Run.

Why Athletes Cheat

Thoughts on why people cheat, in both professional and amateur sports.

A Quieter Way: The Power of Introverts in Ultrarunning

An essay on the place of introverts in ultrarunning, with insights from elite ultrarunners Katie Schide and Jon Albon.

This Week In Running: March 17, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 17, 2025.

Save 20% on Running Gear During the 2025 REI Member Moment Sale

Save on running gear with the REI Member Moment Sale, which runs from March 14 to 24, 2025.

The Runner’s Relationship with Shoes

AJW takes a lighthearted look at the different types of running shoe consumer he encounters in his new day job.

Nancy Stanley and the Art of Running

A conversation with runner and artist, Nancy Stanley.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Aero 28 Fastpack Review

An in-depth review of the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Aero 28 fastpack.

Delighting in the Details: Bryon Powell’s 2024 Ultra Gobi 400k Gear

Bryon Powell takes a deep dive into the logistics — gear, nutrition, hydration, and sleep — that got him to the finish of the 2024 Ultra Gobi 400k.

Toe Spreaders and the Sock Pull: Two Novel Fascial Strategies to Enhance Running Mobility

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan explains two fascial mobility strategies for the lower legs and feet.

This Week In Running: March 10, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 10, 2025.

Running and Aging: The Need for Speed

AJW passes on some advice on how to stay fast as an aging runner.

Making a Difference: A Conversation With Stephanie Case

A conversation with ultrarunner, human rights lawyer, and mother Stephanie Case.

“Homegrown:” Film Follows Josh Wade from the English Fells to the 2024 UTMB

New film follows The North Face athlete, Josh Wade, at the 2024 UTMB.

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.

This Week In Running: March 3, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 3, 2025.

Legendary Aid Stations: Rucky Chucky at the Western States 100

The second article in a series honoring legendary aid stations looks at the Rucky Chucky river crossing on the Western States 100 course in California.

Inov8 Trailtalon Review

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

Quantifying Community Impact: Data On How Trail Races Give Back

A quantitative look at the value of trail work volunteer hours required by trail races and ultramarathons.

In Memory of Charlie Ramsay, Creator of Scotland’s Ramsay Round

A tribute to mountain runner Charlie Ramsay and his priceless legacy, Scotland’s Ramsay Round.

Ask Gabe: Satellite Devices, When to DNF, and Opportunities for Growth

Ultrarunner and coach Gabe Joyes answers questions about all things running.

This Week In Running: February 24, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 24, 2025.

2025 Transgrancanaria Classic 126k Results: Course Record for Caleb Olson and Victory for Henriette Albon

Results of the 2025 Transgrancanaria Classic 126k, won by Caleb Olson of the U.S. and Norway’s Henriette Albon.

A Night on Warner Mountain

Zach Miller equates running in with love, framed by a recent Valentine’s Day adventure.

Equations for Running: A Conversation with David Roche

A profile of trail runner and coach, David Roche.

Resisting Despair

Sabrina Little writes about resisting despair when experiencing running setbacks.

Reciprocity

Hannah Green writes about respecting nature, and treating it like we treat one another.

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.

This Week in Running: February 17, 2025

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 17, 2025.

Karel Sabbe Sets Massive FKT on New Zealand’s Te Araroa Trail

Karel Sabbe sets an incredible new men’s supported Te Araroa trail FKT in New Zealand, bettering the prior record on the 3,000-kilometer trail by more than 17.5 days.

2025 Tarawera by UTMB 102k Results: Kiwis Daniel Jones and Ruth Croft Defend Titles

Results from the 2025 Tarawera by UTMB 102k, won by Ruth Croft and Daniel Jones.

Joe McConaughy and His Quest for a Western States 100 Golden Ticket

After seven previous attempts at securing a Western States 100 Golden Ticket, Joe McConaughy finally did so at the 2025 Black Canyon 100k.

UltrAspire Spry 4.0 Race Vest Review

An in-depth review of the UltrAspire Spry 4.0 Race Vest.