One of the most famous trails in California, and host the oldest trail race in the country. Featuring the Dipsea stairs, giant redwoods, and incredible coastal views. There are more than a few reasons than running the Dipsea Trail should be on every hiker and runner’s bucket list. The 7.5 mile point to point trail…
Today we’ll be comparing two wildly popular trail running shoe models, the Brooks Cascadia vs Hoka Torrent. One is an extra cushioned trail monster. With plenty of protection from rocks and enough grip for almost any terrain. While the other is a light and agile trail speedster. Meant to go fast while giving you a…
Stepping up to the 100 miles distance can be intimidating for any runner. And as we all know, not all courses are created equal. With some races specializing in brutal climbs, technical trails, unpredictable weather, or are held in remote unsupported locations. But today we won’t be looking at any of those. Rather, we will…
I don’t claim to know how the Youtube algorithm works, but every now and then the “suggestions” feed serves up the kind of film you originally came to Youtube for. Something you have never heard of and oftentimes would have never found, had it not been for this mysterious algorithm. And so was the case…
There are a lot of great running events in the US, but very few race series like Ragnar Relays. Encouraging runners to team up and run their way a couple hundred miles over a day and half. Their races take runners across some of the most beautiful areas the United States has to offer. But…
In what can only be called sad news for the world of ultra running. On Friday February 10th Coast Mountain Trail Running (CMTR) co-founders Gary Robbins and Geoff Langford issued a press release stating that due to some push back from groups in the community and more particularly Whistler Blackcomb resort owners, Vail Resorts who…
Most of us know the advantages of being active and spending time outside. Benefits included improving physical and mental health, developing motor skills, and life lion positive fitness habits. But these are lessons that we have to learn. With trail running being a great way to teach and promote outdoor fitness amongst students. That said,…
Two of Brooks best selling trail running shoes. There are a lot of good reasons to be comparing the Brooks Cascadia vs Caldera. One is a heavily armored rock monster built to handle even the most technical of trails. While the other is a high stack, cushioned runner. Built to take the shock off your…
It’s January, and you know what that means. It’s time to bust out your new 2023 calendar and start filling up the weekends with races. Providing some much needed motivation. And of course, the joy that comes from the anticipation of race weekend. To help you get those dates booked, one of my favorite race…
It finally happened, after two years of faithful service my trusted Garmin Fenix 6 Pro watch strap finally gave out. With the notch holes that allow for tightening of the strap tearing out. Making it impossible for me to keep the watch connected to my wrist. Obviously the first thing I did was check the…