Brian Metzler

Other highlights at the Pikes Peak Ascent included American Sophia Laukli being crowned the world’s top mountain runner

Craft’s first true trail running shoe was built for the mountains and chews up technical terrain

Here’s a rundown of the shoes on the feet of the top runners in the 2023 UTMB World Series Final races in Chamonix.

The Arizona runner who lives in France became the first U.S. man to win the epic race, just ahead of Zach Miller

Led by Dakota Jones’ third-place finish, Americans put four runners among the top six overall.

The livestream coverage begins at 3 A.M. ET Friday

I’ve visited the Mont Blanc region more than a dozen times and am always gobsmacked by mystical aura it exudes

The two-time Hardrock 100 champ from Colorado has developed a calmer and more balanced race mentality

After living in France for more than a year, the Hoka-sponsored ultrarunner is as fit and prepared as he’s ever been

Brooks adds Stanford’s Meika Beaudoin-Rousseau to its growing trail running team

JP Giblin improved on his runner-up showing in 2022, while Jacquie Mannhard, a mother of two, won by nearly two hours

More than 700 runners will toe the line for the 40th running of the Leadville 100 trail race

Although she’s only been racing on trails since 2021, Laukli has quickly become one of the world’s best mountain runners

Sierre-Zinal, the soul of fast-paced trail running, is celebrating five decades of world-class competition this weekend in Switzerland

Erin Ton dashed to the summit of 57 of the Colorado’s 14,000 peaks in a little more than two weeks, but skipping Culebra Peak has caused a firestorm of backlash

Enhanced with a carbon-fiber plate, responsive foam, and Vibram rubber, the Ultrafly is Nike’s first high-performance trail racing shoe

OK, there are no secrets, but she combines hard work with a fun vibe and doing whatever works for her.

From humble beginnings to advanced fabrics and plates, what a strange trip it’s been.

David Hedges sets new FKT (Fastest Known Time) on the Nolan's 14 route in Colorado.

After finishing Western States, the 62-year old ultrarunning legend has her sights set on Badwater and Hardrock

His meticulous, data-focused preparation and race-day approach served him well

This year, 62 runners finished in the final hour before the cutoff.

Tom Evans wins the overall title in a historic day of running

Local authors and trail runners Bob Crowley, Hal Hall, and Tim Twietmeyer wrote a book to highlight and document the history connected to the race course.

This 75-year-old Philadelpiha runner hopes to become race’s oldest finisher.

After 50 years, America’s most cherished ultra-distance race might have the deepest field ever

Seasoned pros and fast newcomers shine in short-and-fast sub-ultra races

After recovering from a broken foot, she’s back ready to chase another top-10 finish.

Led by Murphy’s gold and bronze medals, Team USA notched 10 top-10 finishes at World Mountain and Trail Running Championships.

The six-race weekend is steeped in trail running culture and community

Snow will likely impact finishing times at both races. Here's the latest update on conditions in the Sierras.

Joe Gray finishes fifth in the men’s race; Kenya wins both team titles

Here are five ways to celebrate Global Running Day, even if you never knew it existed

Here are the most important things to know before catching a flight for your next trail running adventure

Turn that vacay into a trail-running foray with these popular destination races

Loaded American team heading to June 7-10 World Mountain and Trail Running Championships

The legendary trail runner and mountaineer was trying to climb the world’s highest mountain from the West Ridge

Doug Mayer tells interesting stories behind the rise and growth of UTMB

Jennifer Licther, Mike Foote set out to creating visual and emotional connections to fight climate change, and photograph every remaining glacier in Glacier National Park.

A new documentary highlights the grit and guile of the Desert RATS Stage Race

A light and fast technical trail shoe with exceptional feel for the trail

Dakota Jones replicates the first international victory he earned on La Palma in 2012

The triathlete-turned-trail runner is a legit contender in the Western States 100

1,700 runners compete in inaugural UTMB World Series Major

This weekend’s races are part of North America’s first UTMB World Series Major

In his new book, ‘A Mile at a Time,’ endurance athlete Travis Macy offers key insights about helping his dad endure Alzheimer’s disease. 

Simple steps to rebooting your fitness and reinvigorating your running goals

April 28-29 races will start and finish in Auburn with adjusted courses and time cutoffs.

Small upgrades have vastly improved this road-to-trail cruiser

The American ultrarunner set a new women’s world record on Saturday after logging 435.336K (or 270.505 miles) in 48 hours at Sri Chinmoy 48-Hour Festival in Canberra, Australia.

The Trail Team, a newly formed startup, aims to develop sub-ultra trail runners.

Three runners finish what is typically a nearly impossible race in Tennessee

The craziest event in trail running began Tuesday morning in Tennessee's Frozen Head State Park

Beef up your kicks to handle snow, ice, and other tricky winter terrain.

Champion ultrarunner rolls into 2023 with a new sponsor in Lululemon and new goals for the race season ahead.

Americans Zach Miller, Ryan Montgomery, Hayden Hawks, Amanda Basham, and Allie Mac reach the podium at New Zealand’s premier ultra

The Trail Ultra Project from the University of Central Lancashire just published their findings on a survey of trail runners from over 30 countries 

A strong international field is lining up at the Tarawera race this weekend. Here's what you need to know.

This runner has covered 32 miles every day for nearly three months, and she’s not done. 

After a breakthrough year of racing, Allie “Mac” McLaughlin signs with Hoka.

January marks the season when many professional runners announce sponsorship changes. Here’s why that’s important, and what it means for the future of running.

Ten tips to kick-start your fitness at the start of the new year

Athletes are pushing for change amid increased prize money and high-profile doping incidents.

Trail running is growing and professionalizing. Here’s what the influx of cash means for the future of trail running. 

Colorado’s Courtney Dauwalter, Utah’s Ryan Montgomery headline strong fields

A Fastest Known Time panel voted on the top 5 most impressive women's performances of 2022. Here's what won.

A Fastest Known Time panel voted on the top 5 most impressive men's performances of 2022. Here's what won.

This tiny, indie brand is known for making lightweight, simple, affordable and very reliable shoes

Strong performances from American athletes netted the national team several podium positions.

Joe Gray finishes 6th as U.S. men place fourth

Joe Gray, Allie McLaughlin headline strong U.S. at world championships in Thailand

Inov-8’s nitrogen-infused foam offers springy responsiveness in their newest trail shoe, one of our favorites this year.

Last weekend’s hyper-competitive race in Arizona’s Sonoran desert drew top talent, record-breaking paces, and confusion around nonbinary award categories.

Rémi Bonnet and Nienke Brinkman win the five-stage GTWS championship and overall season titles

After a three-year absence due to COVID-19 and a devastating volcanic eruption on the island last fall, the Transvulcania by UTMB ultra race returned with American Abby Hall taking the win.

The upstart brand with the wide, comfy toe box, balanced ride, and loyal following had its start in a toaster oven

The best way to find your next pair of running shoes is to shop locally

This latest allegation is part of what could be a larger problem in the trail running world.

A last-minute change of plans left one Colorado elite athlete seeking a partner for the grueling 8-day TransAlpine Run. She found her on a mountain. Wearing heels.

Team USA will be sending a strong team to the first combined championships in Thailand