Gear

We found the best kicks for connecting with the earth and setting your feet free

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Coros’ “middle child” gets some key updates on battery life, onboard features, and screen size, but can it hang with other smartwatches in the super-crowded $400-500 category?

These top running poles will make your trail adventures safer, easier, and more enjoyable

Looking to improve your sleep, HRV, and recovery? We put two wearables to the test to see which will have you bouncing back faster.

Turn your trail runs into movie magic with the Skydio 2+ autonomous drone

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

From podcasts to trail shoes, performance hoodies to popping playlists, here’s what our editors enjoyed in October.

We took 20 shoes out on trails from our doorsteps to mountaintops. These 7 came out ahead.

Six pieces of equipment for running around a 14,000-foot mountain

Thanks to advances in everything from noise cancellation to battery life, they’re my go-to for long runs, long meetings, and long flights

Beware of warning signs that indicate it’s time to get new kicks. Plus, use these expert tips to extend the life of your trail runners.

A week of scrambling over boulders and slogging through mud in the Arctic Circle proved the Hoka Mafate Speed 4’s versatile competence

Our trail shoemeliers pick the best off-road running models to pair with each trail surface

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

A good pair of socks and a quality shirt will help you run more–and do it more comfortably

Craft’s CTM Ultra Carbon 2 brings bouncy, high-stack, carbon-plated responsiveness to dirt-road training and racing

The much-anticipated launch of Kilian Jornet’s outdoor brand NNormal features two exciting new shoes. Here’s what you need to know.

Here’s the gear that’s helping us squeeze every last drop out of autumn.

For carrying weight while moving quickly in the mountains, the Slope Runner Exploration 18L is our new favorite vest-pack hybrid

Here's how to keep your running clothes lasting longer and out of the landfills.

Built to help runners see and be seen, Knog’s Bilby Run 400 headlamp not only lights the way but also keeps runners visible to trailside traffic

Alpacka Raft’s featherweight Ghost is changing the game for multisport adventures.

In the past, Apple watches were a novelty act for serious endurance and outdoor athletes, but with an improved battery life and legit workout functions, the Apple Watch Ultra is actually in the (long) race.

There’s a new trend in trail running eyewear and it’s large, fluorescent, and retro. But how? But why?

Fall races are looming on the horizon and in many places we’re at the peak of summer heat, so here’s what our editors have been running in, listening to, and reading.

Reebok’s Floatride Energy 4 Adventure delivers a road-shoe ride with just enough toughness for dirt

With integrated carbon plate technology and balances propulsion and cush, this shoe is fun and fast as heck.

Here’s why the latest style deserves a spot on your running shoe roster.

Plus, seven pieces of gear we can't wait to get on the trails and test out.

Where did the brand known for its huge, cushy soles come from—and how did they get on the feet of Britney Spears?

Garmin’s ultra endurance line of smartwatches gets a touch screen, onboard mapping, and a (very) bright LED flashlight—but is it all worth $1,100?

Long runs are one of the most critical parts of ultramarathon training. Here are the best shoes for making them feel like a breeze.

From coffee that supports conservation to new featherweight trail shoes to The Bear (yes, Chef!), here’s what our editors have been obsessing over in July.

We asked our readers: what’s the best piece of trail gear you’ve ever used? Here’s what our audience said.

Our editors tested five of the best carbon-plated trail shoes – and two alternative plated shoes – on the market. Here’s what we found.

The waste that comes from athletic gear and apparel is a structural problem, but individual actions still matter.

We’ve rounded up the best in sun protection apparel, accessories, and skincare products to keep you cool and protected this summer.

Summer has arrived! It’s race season and also staying-cool season, and here’s what our editors are loving as they dive into all things trail.

Studies conclude compression clothes may not be all they're cracked up to be.

200+ mile races are a different beast that requires a different set of tools. 2022 champ Joe McConaughy walked us through his arsenal.

For most of their history, running shoes have been marketed and sold for their ability to reduce injury. That has changed.

Here’s the trail running gear that has stood the test of time, and that our editors will swear by for years to come. 

Washing running clothes less frequently might be better for the environment. But re-wearing funky clothes just...stinks.

When you’re covering 145 miles through the Alps, every gram counts.

Fitness trackers can be a powerful training tool, but only if you use the info correctly.

The algorithms used to estimate your training load have some fundamental flaws, scientists say.

And what can you do to extend the life of your favorite pair?

From shoes and apparel to tech and hydration, here's all the best trail running gear of 2022, chosen by our editors and testers.

It’s finally trail racing season! And we couldn’t be happier. As we get ready for our big races this summer, here’s what the editors of Trail Runner are loving right now.

Kick off hiking season with the most revolutionary water filters yet

Allied’s new gravel-road crossover bike is the best two-in-one we’ve ever tested

This compact solar panel will juice up your next long-distance trek

Winning shades for every kind of adventure

Keep your pup safe and stylish on the trail with these seven accessories

We adore these easy breezy on-the-road pieces

Devices bringing innovation to the trails and beyond

This travel speaker impresses with studio-quality sound

Round out your trail kit and get riding

This featherlight racerback doesn’t sacrifice support

These lids tick all our boxes

Finally, a hiking boot that can truly do it all

Shoulder the load and make miles with these trail-ready rucksacks

This shoe brings carbon-plated speed to the masses

These rugged runners love to rally

There’s a great new wearable for every kind of athletic goal

This nifty container makes gear organization a cinch

These rigs impressed us with fresh design

Leave the heavy lifting to these pieces

Top-notch rigs for riding where the pavement ends

These motor-equipped rides are both fun and functional

There’s a lot more to these bottoms than meets the eye

These bags and pads will keep you warm and promote healthy sleep without weighing down your pack

Rigorous testing was no match for these pieces

A cycling outfit that everyone will love

A secure connection to your bike starts with your feet

With the right tent you can protect yourself from the weather, spread out in luxury, and settle into a home away from home

On-bike essentials for a better ride

A lightning-fast water filter makes staying hydrated on the trail easier than ever