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2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon Results

Results from the 2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Golden Ticket Magic Strikes Again

AJW writes about those who were successful in the first two 2017 Altra Golden Ticket races.

Magda Boulet Pre-2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Magda Boulet before the 2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Jim Walmsley Pre-2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Jim Walmsley before the 2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Fiona Hayvice Pre-2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Fiona Hayvice before the 2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

David Byrne Pre-2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with David Byrne before the 2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Getting In The Way In Patagonia

Dakota Jones writes about filming ‘Into Patagonia.’

Camille Herron Pre-2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Camille Herron before the 2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon Live Coverage

Live coverage of the 2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

Anti-Doping Measures Take To The Trail

An examination of anti-doping efforts made during 2016 in the trail and ultrarunning community.

Jonas Buud Pre-2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Jonas Buud before the 2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon Preview

A preview of the 2017 Tarawera Ultramarathon.

This Week In Running: February 6, 2017

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 6, 2017.

Running Into The Light

AJW notes one of the first signs of spring he’s noticed during running.

WeRunFar Profile: Paul Lind

An in-depth profile of ultrarunner and race director Paul Lind.

Salomon Speedcross Pro Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon Speedcross Pro.

Pursuing The Patient Path

Bryon Powell explores the importance of resisting the urge to train too hard, too soon before a far-off focus race.

Is This The End?

Morgan Williams writes creatively about his long running career and how a major running accident is shaping his future with the sport.

This Week In Running: January 30, 2017

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 30, 2017.

Gimme A Break!

AJW writes about his annual break from running.

Vasque Trailbender Review

An in-depth review of the Vasque Trailbender.

When Motivation Hits Rock Bottom

The Trail Sisters discuss a lack of motivation for running and how to kickstart it.

In Focus

Joe Grant explores the values of both staying focused sometimes and letting his mind wander in others.

This Week In Running: January 23, 2017

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 23, 2017.

Running And My Favorite Teacher

AJW writes about what he learned from his seventh-grade social-studies teacher.

Lean Back

Zach Miller writes about learning to ski as a metaphor for life.

Best New Trail Running Shoes from the 2017 Winter Outdoor Retailer Show

The best new trail shoes from the 2017 Winter Outdoor Retailer show.

Building A Trail-Worthy Body, Part 1

Information on core-strength and flexibility exercises for trail runners.

Learning From The Past

Aliza Lapierre, Kaci Lickteig, Meghan Arbogast, and Gunhild Swanson talk about what they’ve learned from running.

WeRunFar Profile: Janet Ng

An in-depth profile of ultrarunner and Hong Kong 100k race director Janet Ng.

This Week In Running: January 16, 2017

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 16, 2017.

Running From The Inside Out

AJW writes about running for the purposes of exploring internal motivation.

2017 UTMB Events Top Runners Announced

A list of the top entrants for the 2017 UTMB events.

The Process

Dakota Jones writes about the process of experiencing the outdoors, rather than collecting experiences of the outdoors.

Performance Mobility, Part 1: Introduction And Hip Flexion and Extension Mobility

Joe Uhan introduces a performance-mobility series and discusses hip flexion and extension mobility for endurance running.

This Week In Running: January 9, 2017

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 9, 2017.

Vulnerability: Strength Or Weakness

AJW writes about the relationship between vulnerability and running.

Hoka One One Challenger ATR 3 Review

An in-depth review of the Hoka One One Challenger ATR 3.

Deconstructing The 2016 Ultrarunner Of The Year Voting

A breakdown of UltraRunning magazine’s 2016 Ultrarunner of the Year selection process.

The Gift Of Goal Setting

A look at the process and benefits of goal setting for running.

This Week In Running: January 3, 2017

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 3, 2017.

The Best Of iRunFar In 2016

A look at the best of iRunFar in 2016.

Running As A Secular Pilgrimage

AJW compares running to the concept of a pilgrimage.

Trail Running In Andorra

An in-depth guide to trail and mountain running in Andorra.

The Trail Sisters’s 2016 In Review

The Trail Sisters review the progress of women’s trail and ultrarunning in 2016.

The Mountain. The Teacher.

Joe Grant writes about the lessons mountains teach us.

The Running Squirrel: An Interview With Jo Meek

An in-depth interview with trail and ultrarunner Jo Meek.

Sixth Annual AJW’s Taproom Year In Ultrarunning Rankings: 2016

The Sixth Annual AJW’s Taproom Year In Ultrarunning Rankings for 2016.

Topo MT-2 And Ultrafly Review

An in-depth, comparative review of the Topo MT-2 and Ultrafly.

The Planning Season

Aliza Lapierre writes about what goes into her process of planning next year’s trail racing.

WeRunFar Profile: Angela Shartel

An in-depth profile of ultrarunner Angela Shartel.

This Week In Running: December 19, 2016

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for December 19, 2016.

2016 Ultrarunner Of The Year Balloting: Men’s Edition

AJW writes about his classification process for the men’s UltraRunning magazine 2016 Ultrarunner of the Year vote.

Running Roots: Zach Miller Reflects On His 2016 The North Face 50 Mile Win

Zach Miller writes about the origins of his drive to always give 100%.

Gina Slaby, 100-Mile World-Record Holder, Interview

An interview with Gina Slaby after she set a 100-mile world record at the 2016 Desert Solstice.

Chasing Ann Where Pigs Fly: Caroline Boller’s American 50-Mile Trail Best Report

Caroline Boller’s report from running an American 50-mile trail best at the 2016 Brazos Bend 50 Mile.

Eight Steps For Your Best Trail Running Off-Season

Joe Uhan’s tips for getting happy, healthy, strong, and fit during your off-season.

This Week In Running: December 12, 2016

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for December 12, 2016.

2016 Ultrarunner Of The Year Balloting: Women’s Edition

AJW writes about his classification process for the women’s UltraRunning magazine 2016 Ultrarunner of the Year vote.

Hardcore… Or Soft?

A creative essay about the value of pliability and adaptability in achieving success in trail running.

Overcoming Anxiety: Tips For Getting Out The Door

Seven tips for overcoming running-related anxiety.

Variable-Effort “Gear-Changing” Workouts

Ian Torrence describes the purpose of and how to do gear-changing workouts.

2016 The North Face 50 Mile Photo Gallery

A photo gallery from the 2016 The North Face Endurance Challenge 50 Mile Championships.