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Trail Runner’s Gift Guide: Accessories and Essentials
Socks, hydration packs, insoles, and coffee! Welcome to the cornucopia of accessories and essentials for the runner on your list.
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Are Oversized Sunglasses Overkill For Trail Runs?
There’s a new trend in trail running eyewear and it’s large, fluorescent, and retro. But how? But why?
The Best Sunglasses of 2022
Winning shades for every kind of adventure
Editor’s Choice: Hillsound PackStack
This nifty container makes gear organization a cinch
The Best Sleeping Bags and Pads of 2022
These bags and pads will keep you warm and promote healthy sleep without weighing down your pack
The Best Backpacking Tents of 2022
With the right tent you can protect yourself from the weather, spread out in luxury, and settle into a home away from home
The Best Road and Gravel Accessories of 2022
On-bike essentials for a better ride
The Best Backpacking Accessories of 2022
These accessories might not make or break your trip, but you’ll sure be glad you packed them
The Best Headlamps to Keep You Visible
Being able to see is just as important as being seen when running in low light. Here are our favorite headlamps for every scenario.
Our Editor’s Favorite Piece of Gear
You might be surprised to find out what gear our Editor In Chief swears by. But this planner is the engine that keeps Trail Runner going.
The Best 10 Bucks I Ever Spent
The Gaia GPS map app—included in an Outside+ Membership—has saved my hide in the backcountry more than once.
Handy Little Things for Trail Runners
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This $40 Piece of Equipment Will Replace Your Gym Membership
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First Look: D+ Lotion
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Stocking Stuffers Under $50
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Gifts For Trail Running Gals
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Trail Running Gifts For Guys
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The Best Poles For Trail Running
Looking to run steep trail races? See our tester's reviews of the best poles for trail running. Here are the best poles for trail running.
Three New Headlamps To Put Some Spark In Your Winter Training
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This Massage Gun Is Like A Personal PT
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The Best Deals On Trail Gear This Labor Day
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Go Long In The North Face’s Ultralight Summer Kit
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What We’re Getting Dirty With
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Mask Up With These Sporty Face Coverings
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What Gear Grayson Murphy Is Getting Dirty With
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Gifts For Hard-Charging Trail Moms
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Our Editor’s Favorite Gear (And Beer) For Quarantine
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Gearing Up For Your First Ultramarathon
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All The Gear You Need To Start Trail Running
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Leki MCT 12 VARIO Carbon Trail-Running Pole Review
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Come On, Baby, Light My Trail
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First Look: Running Headlamps from Ledlenser
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Black Diamond’s Winter Arsenal
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NordicTrack Commercial X22i Treadmill Review
The NordicTrack Commercial X22i Treadmill offers one super special aspect—it tilts up to a quad-burning 40-percent incline.
Ounce-Saving Gear for Stage Races
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Trail-Running Gaiters: Yay or Nay?
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RaidLight Carbon Ultra Compact Poles
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First Look: Naked Running Spra
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Future’s So Bright
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Trail Tested: Suunto 9 Baro
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First Look: KATANA Safety Arc
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First Look: 2019 Ultimate Direction Hardrocker Vest
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True Wireless Flash Headphones by Under Armour, Engineered by JBL
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2019 Trail Running Kit From Patagonia
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First Look: Hoppy Trails Energy Gel by GU
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First Look: LightBender and Lightspur by Nathan
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First Look: Run Free Pro Bio In-Ear Coaching
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First Look: Editor’s Choice—Amok Sunglasses by Tifosi
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First Look: Rock On Athletic Balm
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First Look: REI Flash Folding Trekking Poles
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Trail Tested: Soul Insoles
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Biolite Headlamp 330
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Trail Tested: Quartable 18L Pack
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First Look: iON Performance Bath Salts for Athletes
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First Look: Honey Cloudz Performance Inserts
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Why I Use the SPOT X
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Why I Use the SPOT X
There are simply too many variables that can’t be taken into account by a single individual. But the SPOT X has closed the safety margins between solo and group travel by an incredible amount.
First Look: Spot Gen3
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First Look: Black Diamond Spot Lite 160Â Headlamp
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First Look: Vyper 2 Vibration Roller, by Hyperice
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First Look: KT Recovery+ Ice/Heat Massage Ball
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First Look: Anti Chafe Balm by Territory Run Co.
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Trail Tested: Utility Belt by Ultimate Direction
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First Look: Jaybird X4 Wireless Headphones
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First Look: Halo Sweatband Headband
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UNPLUGGED 10K Fast Wireless Powerbank by myCharge
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RM Extreme Contoured Roller Massager by Pro-Tec
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Ultimate Direction Comfort Belt
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Trail Tested: Suunto 9 Baro
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Descent Small Camera/Running Pack by Mountainsmith
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Lily Trotters Compression Socks and Sleeves
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Zpacks Duplex Flex Tent Upgrade
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First Look: Petzl’s Bindi Headlamp
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First Look: Grid X Foam Roller
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First Look: Aquamira Water Treatment
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First Look: BUFF Pack Run Cap
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First Look: Naked Running Band
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First Look: Coros Pace Multisport Watch
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4 Portable Water Filters for Trail Running
Headed to the backcountry? Be better safe than sorry by packing one of these lighter-than-ever water filters.