Boulder-based Brian Metzler has run more than 75,000 miles in his life, competing in every distance from 50 meters to 100 miles, running the Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim run across the Grand Canyon and back several times, racing pack burros on many occasions and going up Colorado’s Longs Peak 20 times. In 2018, he ran the Great Wall of China, completed the Leadman series and ran a 100K in South Korea. He is the founding editor of Trail Runner and the author of “Kicksology: The Hype, Science, Culture and Cool of Running Shoes.”
With record-shattering descents and a deep love for the mountain, Colorado-based Mascarenas overcame unhealthy habits and injury to become the Queen of Pikes Peak.
Team USA hauled in a lot of medals at World Snowshoe Championships in Argentina
It’s an unfortunate tragedy, but, many argue, high-mountain adventure can never be completely free of risk
Kilian Jornet’s mindset and approach to sport is changing the game for the better
UTMB is a brutally challenging race, but the race-week hype, world-class competition, and global party vibes have a way of making every runner feel special
We caught up with Jim Walmsley after his 4th place finish at UTMB
2022's Edition of the Ultra Tour de Mont Blanc is in the books. Here are the stories and changes we're tracking, and what they mean for the trail community.
Wild and crazy running adventures on the Colorado pack-burro racing circuit
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Anchored by relentless positivity, Sabrina Stanley’s career continues on an upward trajectory.
With a deep men's field at ultrarunning's biggest event, can Jim Walmsley become the first American man to claim the title at UTMB?
Zachary Friedley has a lot of goals for his trail running career. One is making the sport more accessible to adaptive athletes.
One of the world’s most decorated ultrarunners is starting Ultra Spirit, an event that centers community, exploration, and...berry picking?
Where did the brand known for its huge, cushy soles come from—and how did they get on the feet of Britney Spears?
Hardrock 100: Kilian Jornet is back in Silverton, Colorado, to compete in what many consider the world’s hardest 100-mile trail running race.
Canadian Reid Coolsaet placed 25th amid a good (but humbling) 100-mile debut
The Tulsa-based artist and athlete ran the Western States 100 this past weekend, for something larger than himself.
The seven-time Western States 100 finisher and 2016 champion is approaching this year’s Big Dance with an open mindset after a major injury.
Western States 100 Contender Alex Nichols has summited Pikes Peak every month for the last 56 consecutive months. Here's how.
And what can you do to extend the life of your favorite pair?
Weather is warming up and racing season is beginning, so here are the best trail shoes for this spring and summer.
Five years ago, Thomas “Rivs” Puzey competed in the Boston elite field. This year, he was glad to be among the last to cross the finish line.
Many runners snowshoe in the off-season, but not many focus on it year round. At the U.S. national championship, everyone is welcome.
Jumping into your first trail race can be daunting. Here's everything beginners need to know for a fun and successful maiden voyage.
These top 2021 shoes are available now and will be your best option with supply chain shortages of new models.
The new batch of trail running shoes is coming soon, and there's a lot to look forward to.
The UTMB series continues to expand with new opportunities to qualify for the flagship races in France and to explore new places.
After placing sixth in last year's Max Vert Challenge, Chris Fisher wanted to make 2021 different.
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Inside the 100-mile Halloween party.
Pushing the envelope of endurance at Big Dog’s Backyard Ultra
What locals love about Gilbert, Arizona.
And why hometown hero Grayson Murphy loves it here.
What does down, must come back up.
The Cirque Series takes runners up and down high peaks on rugged ski resorts.
A new organization looks to break down barriers to participation at trail races.
650 runners expected to toe the starting line in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
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Abby Hall finished second in the CCC with smart training, a calm mindset and aggressive racing strategy
D’Haene wins a fourth UTMB, Dauwalter runs to a new women’s record
Dauwalter returns to UTMB two years removed from a dominating victory
It is believed to be the first death in the 19-year history of the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc races in and around Chamonix.
Jim Walmsley is gunning for the UTMB win
UTMB week is underway in the heart of the French Alps, but things are changing for the iconic race festival.
Our guide to the Race Across The Sky
Two-time champion returns fit and strong but expecting to run more conservatively
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Today’s trail shoes provide specialized features for a variety of different terrains. Here’s how to sort out what you need.
How the trail running legend continues to inspire others after years in the sport.
The hardest 100-miler in the U.S. returns for the first time since 2018
Denver’s Berkeley Park Running Company heads to a new retail trailhead.
Western States is famously competitive - and this year is shaping up to be one of the toughest competitions yet with hot temps, and a stacked field.
How the quirky thrills of a Ragnar Trail Relay stoked my running fires
Speedland is launching a new shoe that they say transcends the category, and it has an eye-catching price tag.
It should also make race directors around the world — including in the U.S. — pause to double-check their own safety measures and consider creating mandatory gear lists.
In this excerpt from "Kicksology," Brian Metzler takes an in-depth look to try and find the culprit behind the prevalence of injuries in runners.
Colorado runner covers 226 miles while criss-crossing the Grand Canyon five times
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What went wrong, and what we can all learn from the tragedy at the Yellow River Stone Forest 100K
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The North Face VECTIV™ technology turns your downward force into forward momentum and allows you to run with confidence.
We're more than ready for some spring weather to roll around. When can we ditch our winter layers and switch to shorts?
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Days off are important, but what about run streaks? Running every day for a month is a tall order but also very purposeful.
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