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2023 Trail World Championships 80k Men’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the 2023 Trail World Championships 80k men’s race in Innsbruck-Stubai, Austria on June 9.

2023 Trail World Championships 80k Women’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the 2023 Trail World Championships 80k women’s race in Innsbruck-Stubai, Austria, on June 9.

Intriguing Stories and Predictions for the 2023 Western States 100

Here are some of the storylines you should be following at the 2023 Western States 100.

Candice Burt’s 200 Ultramarathons Streak: She Could Have Run Forever

The ultrarunner just notched 200 consecutive ultra-distance days. And she could have done more. But “it was time to move on.”

Mario Mendoza: A Life Built to Lift Others Higher

Mario Mendoza is a trail runner, coach, and pastor who has made it his life work to support others and their goals.

Brooks Catamount 2 Review

An in-depth review of the Brooks Catamount 2.

Spain Nabs Bid for 2025 World Mountain and Trail Running Championships

The World Mountain and Trail Running Championships will take place in Spain in 2025, welcoming 1,700 athletes from 70 countries. 

Born to Crew: In Memory of Pete Reed

A dedication to the late Pete Reed, by his wife and former iRunFar editor, Alex Potter.

This Week In Running: May 29, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 29, 2023.

Great Expectations

AJW’s thoughts on staying in the moment while preparing for a big goal race.

The November Project: A Global Community of Early Risers

A profile of global fitness community November Project.

Smartwool Women’s Apparel Review

An in-depth review of women’s Smartwool apparel.

Golden Trail Versus UTMB: A Data-Driven Look at World Series Competitiveness

A statistical analysis of the competitiveness of the Golden Trail World Series and the UTMB World Series.

Sunshine and Stars in a Swedish Forest: The 2023 Tjörnarparen Trail Ultra 50 Mile

A race report by Lydia Thomson, the women’s winner of the 2023 Tjörnarparen Trail Ultra 50 Mile in Sweden.

This Week In Running: May 22, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 22, 2023.

Finland’s Satu Lipiäinen Resets Women’s 12-Hour World Record to More Than 95 Miles

Finland’s Satu Lipiäinen takes the women’s 12-hour world record to over 153 kilometers/95 miles (to be confirmed).

‘Shining Mountains’ Digs Deep into Glaciers, But Keeps it Light

A groups of ultrarunners chase melting glaciers in Glacier National Park — but it’s not all doom and gloom.

Pick Your Battles

Zach Miller imparts some advice about racing selectively and sustainably.

REI Anniversary Sale: Save Up to 30% on Trail Running Shoes

Save on off-road running now through Memorial Day during the REI Anniversary Sale. Some shoes are already discounted and REI Co-op members can use a coupon code to save 20% on full-price shoes.

Doing It All: A Conversation With Nicole Bitter

A profile of ultrarunner, lawyer, and coach Nicole Bitter.

Running Accountably

Sabrina Little’s thoughts on accountability in running — on both good days and bad.

New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 Review

An in-depth review of the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7.

This Week In Running: May 15, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 15, 2023.

2023 Zegama-Aizkorri Marathon Results: Victory for Manuel Merillas and Daniela Oemus

Results from the 2023 Zegama-Aizkorri Marathon, held in Basque Country, Spain won by Manuel Merillas and Daniela Oemus.

Aleksandr Sorokin Breaks Own 100k World Record by 6 Seconds: 6:05:35

Lithuania’s Aleksandr Sorokin sets a new 100-kilometer world record of 6:05:35 on May 14, 2023.

A Perfect Storm at the 2023 Western States 100

An update on the restoration of the Western States Trail ahead of the 2023 Western States 100.

The Secret Trails

Hannah Green writes about some of her favorite secret trails.

The Shortneys: Salomon Launches Courtney Dauwalter’s Prototype Shorts to the Mass Market

The launch of the “Shortneys” — Courtney Dauwalter’s iconic running shorts are now available for purchase.

A Glimmer of Hope: A Return to Pleasurable Running

The joy to be found in a return to pleasurable running after a prolonged tough stretch.

This Week In Running: May 8, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 8, 2023.

2023 Transvulcania Ultramarathon by UTMB Results: Jones Earns Second Win, Valmassoi Her First

Results from the 2023 Transvulcania Ultramarathon by UTMB run in La Palma, Spain.

2023 Cocodona 250 Mile Results: McKnight Makes Comeback, Ostaszewski Takes Gold

Results from the 2023 Cocodona 250 Mile in Arizona, where Michael McKnight delivered a huge comeback and Sarah Ostaszewski leveled up for first place.

A Day at the 2023 Cocodona 250 Mile

AJW recounts his experience of volunteering at the 2023 Cocodona 250 Mile, and what it is that makes 200-plus-mile races different from other ultramarathons.

History of the Women’s and Men’s 48-Hour World Running Records

A history of and commentary on the women’s and men’s 48-hour world records.

Kim Levinsky and Sassquad Trail Running

A profile of Kim Levinsky, founder of Sassquad Trail Running, in New Jersey.

Mizuno Wave Mujin 9 Review

An in-depth review of the Mizuno Wave Mujin 9.

Don’t Let Downhills Be Your Downfall

How to prepare to successfully run downhill in an ultramarathon.

This Week In Running: May 1, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 1, 2023.

2023 USATF Mountain Running Championships Results: Murphy is Double Champion and Curts Cleans Up

Results from the 2023 USATF Mountain Running Championships, held at the Sunapee Scramble in New Hampshire.

2023 USATF Vertical Mountain Championships Results: Murphy, Ricard, and Gray Prevail

Results of the 2023 USATF Vertical Mountain Championships at the Sunapee Scramble in New Hampshire.

2023 Marathon des Sables Results: Victory for Mohamed El Morabity and Maryline Nakache

Results from the 2023 Marathon des Sables in the Sahara Desert in Morocco.

The First Run Back

AJW celebrates his first run back after a long period of injury.

9x Marathon Des Sables Champ, Rachid El Morabity, Pulls From 2023 Race After Penalty

After nine prior victories, Rachid El Morabity has withdrawn from the 2023 Marathon des Sables after receiving a time penalty for outside assistance.

Collegiate Trail Running With the Trail Running Team at the Western Colorado University

A profile of the trail running program at the Western Colorado University.

A Guide to Mountain, Ultra, and Trail Runner Rankings

A breakdown of the different ranking systems for mountain runners, ultrarunners, and trail runners.

The 2022 Snowman Race: To Hold Hope Lightly

iRunFar’s feature article about the 2022 Snowman Race in Bhutan.

Altra Lone Peak 7 Review

An in-depth review of the Altra Lone Peak 7 trail running shoes.

This Week In Running: April 24, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 24, 2023.

Not Made for This

Zach Miller writes about working on weaknesses in running, and ignoring the voices in your head that tell you you are not built for this sport.

Lessons in Humility: A Conversation With Jon Albon

A profile of world champion trail runner Jon Albon.

The North Face Summit Vectiv Sky Review

An in-depth review of the The North Face Summit Vectiv Sky.

The Ethics of Running Contracts

Sabrina Little’s thoughts on some of the moral considerations of entering into a contract with a running brand.

A Poem by Angie Funtanilla

A poem about running, come rain or shine.

This Week In Running: April 17, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 17, 2023.

Race Director Chronicles: Sidónio Freitas and the Madeira Island Ultra-Trail

A profile of Sidónio Freitas, race director of the Maderia Island Ultra-Trail.

Daydreaming of Good Knees

Hannah Green dreams of injury-free days.

Sweat and Milk Venice Sports Bras Review

An in-depth review two bras in the Sweat and Milk Venice sports bras line.

You’re Not Weak, You’re Inhibited: How Neuromuscular Inhibition Affects Running Performance

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan’s advice on identifying and rectifying neuromuscular inhibition.

This Week In Running: April 10, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 10, 2023.

2023 Lake Sonoma 50 Mile Results: Victory for Drew Holmen and Erin Clark

Results from the 2023 Lake Sonoma 50 Mile won by Drew Holmen and Erin Clark.