With one of the most popular national parks in the country, Tennessee has no shortage of incredible trails. And while many of the hardest hikes in Tennessee are located in the Smoky Mountain National Park. We have a few that will help you beat the crowds. And enjoy the trails without it feeling like you…
One of the most important pieces of clothing a runner can add to their winter collection is a good pair of running gloves. You would be amazed at how much heat, just keeping your hands warm can generate. But with some gloves being breathable, wind resistant, and waterproof. Which options are right for you? Let’s…
Located just minutes from Driggs, Idaho on the western side of the Teton Mountains in Atla, Wyoming. The Darby Canyon Wind Cave offers visitors an incredible hike. Featuring incredible views and leading adventurers through remote bear country, to a waterfall, and the impressive Darby Wind Cave. The cave itself connects to a larger cave system…
One of the questions I seem to get a lot is “what to eat before running? ” And while I have found what works for me. I thought it would be interesting to take a look at what the best in the world eat before running or a race. So I took some of the…
The holidays are coming up quickly. And if you have an ultra runner in your life, then you know how hard they can be to shop for. They are picky about the brands they like and buy just what they need. So you know they will be surprised when you nail the perfect gift by…
Have you ever found yourself battling sore muscles before or during a run? And thought taking a couple ibuprofen (or any other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID) might help. Well you are not alone. Many runners, including my friends, find this to be a common practice. In fact, a 2008 study found that nearly 50%…
If you are looking for a new running vest and are a fan of the Hardrock 100 ultra, then Ultimate Direction has a treat for you! With the release of the limited edition Hardrocker vest runners now have a new gift to add to their wish list. Featuring a slew of new features and a…
Known for its beaches and the historic southern city of Charleston, South Carolina may not seem like the state to find tough trails. But I have some news for you. While the southern areas of the state may be flat, up north there are some climbs that will challenge any in the south. So let’s…
No matter if you’re running your first ultra or a grizzled vet going after a big vert 100 miler. Every runner is looking for tips to better help them out on the trail. Making the wrong choice can be the difference between a DNF and finishing. Every great piece of advice helps. And on this topic…
One of the most famous trails in the world, the Appalacian Trail (AT) leads travelers over 2,000 miles from Mt Katahdin Miane, to Springer Mountain Georgia. But what most people don’t know is that the Southern Terminus of the Appalacian Trail doe not start/end at a trail head. It starts at the top of Springer…