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

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

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. 

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

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.

The world of recovery gear is a wild, wild west. Here’s your complete guide. 

After finishing the Appalachian Trail, I experienced severe pain in my lower leg. Toe socks and spacers were my saving grace.

Spring is inching closer, and the gear we’re running in, podcasts we’re listening to, and recipes we’re making are reflecting that!

Dirt-cheap equipment modifications to help you get the most out of your trail-running gear.

Everything you need to get the most out of your training without breaking the bank - tried and tested by our team.

We want to hear from you. How can we do better when it comes to gear testing? Take our survey to let us know.

Some athletes swear by compression socks, shorts and sleeves. But are there real pros and cons to compression?

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.

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