François D’Haene Pre-2024 Hardrock 100 Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with François D’Haene before the 2024 Hardrock 100.
Meghan Hicks
Title: Editor-in-Chief
Location: Silverton, Colorado and Moab, Utah
Social Media Links
LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram
Expertise
- Topics of Expertise: trail running, ultrarunning, adventure running, fastpacking, trail racing
- Amount of Expertise: 18 years both trail running and ultrarunning, as well as 12 years both adventure running and fastpacking. Led the iRunFar writing team as Managing Editor for over a decade, helping to usher thousands of articles onto the website. Became Editor-in-Chief in 2023.
Education & Certifications
- Education: Bachelor of Science, Geology, Beloit College; Master of Science, Resource Interpretation, Stephen F. Austin State University
- Years of Professional Experience Relevant to iRunFar: 14 years
- Club or Association Memberships: Board member Hardrock Hundred Endurance Run
- Other Relevant Positions, Current or Past: Author, Where the Road Ends: A Guide to Trail Running, former Contributing Editor at Trail Runner magazine and Trail Running Columnist at Marathon & Beyond
A Word from Meghan Hicks
I love helping people use trail running and ultrarunning as a vehicle to connect with our world and its people, and I love helping other communicators develop their craft. My personal interests include trail running, ultrarunning, adventure running, fastpacking, backpacking, yoga, and reading, along with watching sunrises and sunsets.
Diego Pazos Pre-2024 Hardrock 100 Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with Diego Pazos before the 2024 Hardrock 100.
Kyle Curtin Sets Men’s Supported Colorado Trail Fastest Known Time
Kyle Curtin resets the men’s supported Colorado Trail fastest known time for the east-to-west direction via the Collegiate West variant.
Hayden Hawks Post-2024 Western States 100 Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with Hayden Hawks after his third-place finish at the 2024 Western States 100.
Eszter Csillag Post-2024 Western States 100 Interview
A video interview with Eszter Csillag after her third-place finish at the 2024 Western States 100.
Katie Schide, 2024 Western States 100 Champion, Interview
A video interview with Katie Schide after her win at the 2024 Western States 100.
Jon Albon Pre-2024 Western States 100 Interview
A video interview with Jon Albon before the 2024 Western States 100.
Jia-Sheng Shen Pre-2024 Western States 100 Interview
A video interview with Jia-Sheng Shen before the 2024 Western States 100.
Jim Walmsley Pre-2024 Western States 100 Interview
A video interview with Jim Walmsley before the 2024 Western States 100.
Ragna Debats Pre-2024 Western States 100 Interview
A video interview with Ragna Debats before the 2024 Western States 100.
Ida Nilsson Pre-2024 Western States 100 Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with Ida Nilsson before the 2024 Western States 100.
One Runner Dies, at Least Three Injured at 2024 Ultra-Trail du Haut-Giffre Race in France
Tragedy strikes an ultramarathon trail race in France, where one runner died and three more were seriously injured in falls during inclement weather.
2024 Cocodona 250 Mile Results: Entrekin and Subertas Prevail in Dramatic Race Finishes
In-depth results from the 2024 Cocodona 250 Mile, won by Rachel Entrekin and Harry Subertas.
2024 Canyons by UTMB 100k Results: Farvard Has Breakout Win, Schide Storms
Results of the 2024 Canyons by UTMB 100k won by Rod Farvard and Katie Schide.
‘Running Up For Air:’ New Film, Jared Campbell Challenge Runners To Connect With Environmental Issues
Watch the new “Running Up For Air” film to learn about how Jared Campbell is leading the way in connecting runners with the critical issues of their environments.
Self-Confidence: An Interview with Jasmin Paris About Her 2024 Barkley Marathons Finish
An in-depth interview with Jasmin Paris after her finish of the 2024 Barkley Marathons where she became the event’s first ever women’s finisher.
Women in Trail Running and Ultrarunning: Perspectives on the Challenges and Progression Toward Equity
A look at the current status of women in trail running and ultrarunning and what still needs to be done.
Best Mountain Running Gear of 2024
Here’s the iRunFar editorial team’s favorite mountain running gear.
Best Running Gloves of 2024
The best running gloves of 2024, including gloves from The North Face, Nike, Black Diamond, REI, Outdoor Research, DexShell, and more.
Best Fastpacking Packs of 2024
After over a year of testing, here’s the iRunFar team’s guide to the best fastpacking packs of 2023.
Jo Zakrzewski Banned for One Year After Using Car in Ultramarathon
Ultrarunner Jo Zakrzewski has received a one-year sanction from the governing body UK Athletics.
Charlie Lawrence Sets 50-Mile World Record at 4:48:21
Charlie Lawrence sets a new 50-mile world record in 4:48:21 (to be confirmed) at the 2023 Tunnel Hill 50 Mile in Illinois.
Local Race Org., UTMB World Series, and Whistler Blackcomb Clash Over New Race Announcement
An emerging conflict between a local Canadian race organization and several large, multinational corporations has the trail running community asking: Is there room for everyone in this sport?
Katharina Hartmuth Post-2023 UTMB Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with Katharina Hartmuth after her second-place finish at the 2023 UTMB.
Courtney Dauwalter, 2023 UTMB Champion, Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with Courtney Dauwalter after her win at the 2023 UTMB.
Jim Walmsley, 2023 UTMB Champion, Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with Jim Walmsley after his win at the 2023 UTMB.
Mathieu Blanchard Pre-2023 UTMB Interview
A video interview (with transcript) with Mathieu Blanchard before the 2023 UTMB.
Eszter Csillag Pre-2023 UTMB Interview
A video interview with Eszter Csillag before the 2023 UTMB with transcript.
