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Phil Snyder: A Life Dedicated to the Running Community

A profile of Phil Snyder, ultrarunner and manager of Colorado’s Berkeley Park Running Company.

Topo Ultraventure 3 Review

An in-depth review of the Topo Ultraventure 3.

The Inner and the Outer

George Euvrard recounts his experience at the Karkloof 100 Mile.

Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking/Running Poles Review

An in-depth review of the Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Running Poles.

This Week In Running: February 27, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 27, 2023.

Emane Seifu Hayile Sets 50k World Record for Women’s Only Race

Ethiopia’s Emane Seifu Hayile set a new women’s-only-race 50k world record of 3:00:30 at the 2023 Nedbank Runified 50k.

2023 Transgrancanaria Classic 128k Results: Andreu Simon Wins, Courtney Dauwalter Dominates

Results of the 2023 Transgrancanaria Classic 128k won by Courtney Dauwalter and Andreu Simon.

Staying Connected to the Community

AJW writes about the rewards of staying involved in the ultrarunning community, beyond one’s own racing days.

Proudly Wearing Green: Meet the Rocky Mountain Runners

A profile of the Rocky Mountain Runners club based in Boulder, Colorado.

Can the 50k World Records Be Broken at the 2023 Nedbank Runified 50k in South Africa?

A preview of the 2023 Nedbank Runified 50k on Sunday, February 26, and a history of the men’s and women’s 50k world records.

Indy Running Apparel Brands Oiselle and Janji Announce Merger

The joint announcement cited synergy as the partnership’s main benefit, with advancement in the “fast-growing” running industry as the goal.

Yes, Your Trail Running Shoes Cost More These Days

An analysis of how the price of trail shoes has increased over time.

Trail Ultra Project: New Report Analyzes the Habits and Characteristics of Trail Runners and Ultrarunners

The results of a survey give some fascinating insights into the defining characteristics of trail runners and ultrarunners in the U.K. and North America.

This Week In Running: February 20, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 20, 2023.

2023 Black Canyon 100k Results: Anthony Costales and Keely Henninger Lead Record-Breaking Day

Results of the 2023 Black Canyon 100k, won by Keely Henninger and Anthony Costales in course-record times.

NNormal and Alaskan Artist Team Up To Cut Down on Footprints

Kilian Jornet’s company and documentarian Max Romey show just how many shoes end up on Alaskan beaches. Here’s how you can help clean them up.

Outward Advantage

Zach Miller writes about the benefits of looking outward and rooting for others.

A Work in Progress: A Conversation With Jazmine Lowther

A profile of Canadian ultrarunner Jazmine Lowther.

Dynafit Sky DNA Review

An in-depth review of the Dynafit Sky DNA.

The Vices of Fandom

Sabrina Little talks about sports fandom and some of its pitfalls.

Adductor Strength and Mobility for Running Performance

Advice on how to strengthen and mobilize your adductors — an important but often neglected part of a runner’s anatomy.

This Week In Running: February 13, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 13, 2023.

Power Up Your Running Adventures with 30% Off BLUETTI Devices

Use this BLUETTI sale on portable power stations and solar generators to power your next running adventure.

Jo Zakrzewski Sets 48-Hour Running World Record of 411.458 Kilometers (255.668 Miles)

Jo Zakrzewski of the U.K. set a 48-hour world record of 411.458 kilometers (255.668 miles) at the Taipei Ultramarathon the weekend of February 10-12, 2023.

2023 Tarawera by UTMB 102k Results: Kiwis Nancy Jiang and Daniel Jones Victorious

In-depth results from the 2023 Tarawera by UTMB 102k, won by New Zealand’s Daniel Jones and Nancy Jiang.

Trail Dogs Photo Gallery

A selection of photos of trail dogs, submitted by readers.

Storms Don’t Last Forever

Hannah Green reflects on the journey of life and the storms we must weather along the way.

NordicTrack 55 Lb. Select-A-Weight Dumbbells Review

An in-depth review of the NordicTrack 55 Lb. Select-A-Weight Dumbbells.

Temporary and Geographic Commitments as a Muse for Runners

How committing to a time- or geographic-based running project can lead to experiences and explorations.

Sprint-Based, Hill, and Predictor Workouts for Ultramarathon Training

How, when, and why to include sprint-based, hill, and predictor workouts in your ultramarathon training.

This Week In Running: February 6, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 6, 2023.

2023 Grossglockner Ultra-Trail Race Entry Giveaway

Win an entry into and two nights’ accommodations for the 2023 Grossglockner Ultra-Trail in Austria.

Analyzing the 2022 UltraRunner of the Year and Trail Runner of the Year Awards

A look at who took the top spots in both the 2022 “UltraRunning Magazine” (North American) UltraRunner of the Year and Freetrail Trail Runner of the Year awards.

Youth Trail: An Initiative and Website To Increase Youth Involvement in Trail Running

Here’s a call for race directors, youth, and the community to get involved in this new USA youth trail initiative.

Smartwool Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Long Sleeve Review

An in-depth review of the Smartwool Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Long Sleeve.

Meet the SLC Air Protectors, a Native American-Led Environmental Nonprofit

A profile of Indigenous-led nonprofit SLC Air Protectors, and its founder, L.J. (Linda Jim.)

Salomon Speedcross 6 Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon Speedcross 6.

This Week In Running: January 30, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 30, 2023.

Black Diamond Rhythm T-Shirt Review

An in-depth review of the Black Diamond Rhythm T-Shirt.

The Curative Power of Nature

AJW’s thoughts on the restorative power of nature and time in green spaces.

TrailFam: City Youth Taking the Trails by Storm

A profile of youth trail running group TrailFam from London, England.

Hotbeds, Hidden Gems, and Underdogs: Ultramarathon Distribution Across the U.S. and Canada

A statistical look at the geographical distribution of ultramarathon races and runners in the United States and Canada.

Medi-Dyne Pro Stick Massage Roller Review

An in-depth review of the Medi-Dyne Pro Stick Massage Roller.

This Week In Running: January 23, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 23, 2023.

Leki Ultratrail FX.One Superlite Review

An in-depth review of the Leki Ultratrail FX.One Superlite poles.

2023 Winter Spine Race Results: Racers Endure Low Visibility, High Winds, and Waist-Deep Snow

Runners defied brutal winter conditions and set course records in multiple events as several races came down to dramatic finishes.

Am I Doing This Right?

Zach Miller writes about training and our tendency to question if we are doing it right.

Salomon Adv Skin 12 Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon Adv Skin 12.

Running on Intellectual Virtues

Sabrina Little writes about the importance of intellectual virtues in running.

Altra Olympus 5 Review

An in-depth review of the Altra Olympus 5.

This Week In Running: January 16, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 16, 2023.

Petzl Iko Core Review

An in-depth review of the Petzl Iko Core headlamp.

Introducing the Race Director Chronicles

AJW introduces his new article series honoring the race directors who make our sport possible.

Jack Kuenzle and the Bob Graham Round Record

A profile of American ultrarunner Jack Kuenzle, who in 2022 toppled Kilian Jornet’s record on the U.K.’s Bob Graham Round.

inov-8 Raceshell HZ Unisex Review

An in-depth review of the inov-8 Raceshell HZ Unisex.

Humanity’s Superpower: Learning From Others

Explore the ways trail runners and ultrarunners can effectively learn from others.

Watch Jim Walmsley Battle His Mind and the Mountains in His UTMB Quest

Jim Walmsley’s 2022 quest for UTMB victory ended in a fourth-place finish. But that’s only half the story.

Biomechanical Considerations for Winter Running

Joe Uhan offers practical solutions to the challenges of winter running.

This Week In Running: January 9, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 9, 2023.

Nicky Spinks: Tougher Than You Are

Spinks ran a double Bob Graham Round in 2016 — a rare effort that demands a 132-mile Lake District trudge. But that’s far from the hardest she’s ever fought.

2023 Bandera 100k Results: A Record for Dauwalter, Colt Gallops Away

Courtney Dauwalter dominated the 2023 Bandera 100k women’s field, and Jeff Colt led the men at the Western States 100 Golden Ticket race.

Dominika Stelmach Breaks 12-Hour World Record at 2023 Spartanion Race

Dominika Stelmach broke the women’s 12-hour world record at the 2023 Spartanion race in Israel.