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Mohamad Ahansal Pre-2013 Marathon des Sables Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Mohamad Ahansal before the 2013 Marathon des Sables.

Pearl Izumi Ultra Apparel Review

A review of Pearl Izumi’s Ultra line of apparel, specifically the Ultra Inside-Out Long Sleeve Shirt and Ultra Split Shorts.

Improvement

Dakota Jones explains what “improvement” really means to him.

She Went That-Away: The Rory Bosio Interview

An in-depth interview with ultrarunner Rory Bosio.

Western States Announces Changes

AJW announces important changes for the 2013 Western States 100.

Building Up: Terrapin Mountain 50k

AJW looks 50ks, March, and reviving the competitive urge.

2013 Two Oceans Marathon Women’s Preview

A preview of the stacked women’s field at the 2013 Two Oceans Marathon in South Africa.

2013 Two Oceans Marathon Men’s Preview

A preview of the stacked men’s field at the 2013 Two Oceans Marathon in South Africa.

Salomon Sense Mantra Review

A review of the Salomon Sense Mantra trail running shoe.

Beverley Anderson-Abbs: Tough Undefined

An in-depth profile of Beverley Anderson-Abbs ahead of her attempt to run the 2013 Barkley Marathons.

Why We DNF

Geoff Roes writes about why we drop out (DNF) ultramarathons.

For the Love

Joe Grant talks about running for the love of it despite fatigue.

Trail Running in Chicago

A guide to trail running around Chicago, Illinois.

Karl Meltzer, 2013 Buffalo Run 100 Mile Champion, Interview

An interview with Karl Meltzer following his win at the 2013 Antelope Island Buffalo Run 100 mile, the 35th 100 mile victory of his ultrarunning career.

Running and the 10,000 Hour Rule

AJW looks at how Malcolm Gladwell’s 10,000 hour rule might apply to running.

Orange Mud HydraQuiver Review

A review of the Orange Mud HydraQuiver single-bottle, backpack style hydration pack.

Welcome New York Times Visitors!

An introduction to iRunFar for New York Times readers coming to iRF from the Kilian Jornet article.

Weekend Warriors

With an expanding family, Max King looks to find adventure closer to home.

Mike Wardian’s Road/Trail to Recovery

An interview with Michael Wardian as he returns to racing after a significant injury break.

Timothy Olson Post-2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon Interview

An interview with Timothy Olson after his second place finish at the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Ruby Muir, 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon Champ Interview

A video interview with Ruby Muir following her win at the 2013 Vibram Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Sage Canaday, 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon Champ Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Sage Canaday following his win at the 2013 Vibram Tarawera Ultramarathon.

2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon Results

Results of the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon 100k in New Zealand.

Timothy Olson Pre-2013 Tarawera Ultra Interview

A video interview with Timothy Olson before the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

François d’Haene Pre-2013 Tarawera Ultra Interview

A video interview with François d’Haene before the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Thrill of Victory, Agony of the Feet

AJW shares how to prevent and deal with foot problems in ultramarathons.

Live Coverage of the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon

Live coverage of the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon around Rotorua, New Zealand.

Sage Canaday Pre-2013 Tarawera Ultra Interview

A video interview with Sage Canaday before the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Jason Schlarb Pre-2013 Tarawera Ultra Interview

A video interview with Jason Schlarb before the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Sean Meissner and the Ultramaratón Caballo Blanco

Sean Meissner reports on his experience at the 2013 Ultramaraton Caballo Blanco in Mexico’s Copper Canyon.

Rickey Gates Pre-2013 Tarawera Ultra Interview

A video interview with Rickey Gates before the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Anna Frost Pre-2013 Tarawera Ultra Interview

A video interview with Anna Frost before the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Emelie Forsberg Pre-2013 Tarawera Ultra Interview

A video interview with Emelie Forsberg before the 2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

A New Breed

Geoff Roes looks into where new runners make take the sport of ultrarunning.

2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon Men’s Preview

An in-depth men’s field preview of the 2013 Vibram Tarawera Ultramarathon.

2013 Tarawera Ultramarathon Women’s Preview

An in-depth women’s field preview of the 2013 Vibram Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Avoiding Quadraphenia

AJW explains how to prevent blown quads in an ultramarathon.

Zeke Tiernan: On His Own Schedule

An in-depth portrait of Zeke Tiernan as he takes a year off from racing after a successful 2012.

A Conversation with Filmmaker Joel Wolpert

An in-depth interview with ultrarunning filmmaker Joel Wolpert.

Fuego y Agua to Ultramaratón Caballo Blanco…The Adventure in Between

Sean Meissner writes of him Latin American travels between the Fuego y Agua Ultramarathon and Caballo Blanco Marathon.

Dreaded Stomach Issues

AJW explains how he avoids and/or deals with stomach issues in ultramarathons.

Trail Running in the United Arab Emirates

A guide to trail running in the United Arab Emirates.

What’s Your ITI?

Geoff Roes explains how Alaska’s 350-mile (and 1000-mile) Iditarod Trail Invitational inspires him.

Between The Roads

Joe Grant writes of reveling in running off the beaten path in one’s own neck of the woods.

Seasonal Affective Disorder and the Power of Positive Self-Talk

What is seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and its effects on running and how can they be overcome?

Ultrarunning Films

A look all the ultrarunning films out there.

Inaugural Cayuga Trails 50: Race and Giveaway

An introduction to the Cayuga Trails 50 and a chance to win one of three prize packs that include entry and gear from the race’s sponsors.

Sean Meissner and the Fuego y Agua 100k

Sean Meissner shares of his experience at the 2013 Fuego y Agua 100k.

Finding Fitness

AJW reflects on that run on which one finds they’ve returned to fitness.

Altra Superior Review

A review of the Altra Superior trail running shoe.

Health and the 2013 Moab Red Hot 55k

Dakota Jones uses his performance at the 2013 Moab Red Hot 55k as a lens to view himself and his running.

WeRunFar Profile: Team Born to Run

A look Team Born to Run, an Australian group that completed the 4 Deserts Grand Slam in 2012.

An Interview with Anna Frost

An in-depth interview with Anna Frost.

The Future Is In Good Hands

AJW ponders the effect young ultrarunners will have on the sport and talks to two such runners – Dylan Bowman and Timothy Olson – to get their takes.

2013 Fuego y Agua Races Preview

A preview of the 2013 Fuego y Agua races in Nicaragua.

Trail Running in and around Asheville, NC (Beer City, USA)

A guide to trail running in Asheville, North Carolina.

Mountain Healing

Geoff Roes finds happiness in a return to mountain exploration thanks to improving health.

2013 El Cruce Results

Results of the 2013 El Cruce race in Chile and Argentina.

Navigating the Pain Trail – Tissue Sensitivity, Defusing the Threat

The causes and effects of chronic pain on running… and how to mitigate them.

Lessons from the Road

Devon Yanko shares lessons she’s learned on the roads applies them to trail running.