Consistently rated as one of the toughest trails on the east coast. The Black Mountain Crest Trail is the highest trail east on the east coast, tags the most 6,000ft peaks on the east coast, and culminates at Mount Mitchell. Which at 6,684ft, is the highest point east of the Mississippi River. And at just…
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Sole treadmills have garnered a great reputation amongst runners. In large part due to their quality, price, and one of the industry’s leading warranties. And today we’ll be looking at two of the brand’s mid tier models, comparing the Sole F80 vs F85 treadmills. Considered to be the beefed up version of the brands widely…
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I know you’ve seen them, and whether you wear them or not, you have an opinion on them. With men’s shorts featuring inseams as low as 1 inch. There is often not a lot left to imagination. But regardless of how you feel, today we’ll be answering the question, why do runners wear short shorts?…
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One of the most common questions I get on both the website and Youtube channel is, what hydration vest do you run in? And after 3 years, dozens of races, and ultra hikes I can still say there is one vest that always comes with me when I travel. The Salomon Advanced Skin 12 Set…
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If you’re a fan of zero drop running shoes, then there is a good chance you are a fan of Altra Running. One of the few brands that specializes in minimalist, low stack, 0 drop road and trail running shoes. But for big miles, there is no question that added cushioning helps. And Altra has…
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One of the most useful and brutal pieces of DIY home gym equipment you can build on your own is this DIY strongman sandbag. Requiring strength and agility to pickup. These bags can be used for running, heavy carries, bear hug challenges, and more. And thankfully nowadays you have a couple options when it comes…
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I’ve had the privilege of running more than a few races with first time runners. First time racers are by far some of the funnest to run with. But before we hit the course, they all have one question. What type of obstacles are in a Spartan Race? And while they change at each race…
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Brooks Sports Inc (or Brooks Running) have been making shoes in the USA since 1918. And have since become one of the most trusted brands in running. Their lineup features a variety of options, and today we’ll be comparing the Brooks Dyad vs Ghost. Two shoes that compare similarly based on Brooks description, but are…
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Recently I’ve received a few emails in regards to how to disassemble the Sole F63 treadmill for moving. One of the most popular treadmills on the market. The F63 is an incredibly well built machine (with a great warranty to match) at a friendly price point. And because the treadmill lasts as long as it…
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With a mix of mountains and lush green woods, it’s no wonder that West Virginia has become a known destination for outdoor activities. And as you can imagine, the state has plenty of tough trails to call its own. Below we’ll go over the hardest hikes in West Virginia. Taking you through wet creeks, thick…
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