If you’re an avid hiker or backpacker, then you’ve no doubt heard of the Presidential Traverse. The most famous trail in the North East United States, is also one of the most well known in the country. And for good reason. It is the only trail on the east coast that allows you to hike…
If you’re a runner, then I have no doubt that you have heard of GU Energy Gels. Packed with amino acids and sodium, while being ebay to access and digest while running. They are a popular go to nutrition source for a lot of runners. And included by many race directors at aid stations during…
It’s a question that I have heard asked by more than a few people. With an answer that most wouldn’t expect. Out of all of the species on earth, are humans the best long distance runners? And if so, how did they become that way? Below we will dive deeper into these questions, providing answers…
Founded in 2009, Altra Running has earned a reputation for designing some of the best zero drop running shoes on the market. And this just doesn’t mean they design flat shoes. Altra has found a way to combine a zero drop with minimal stack heights, while providing enough cushion to get you through a big…
On Saturday June 25th, one of the biggest 100 mile races in the United States took place. With the running of the 49th Western States 100 ultra marathon. With many of the top male and female runners from around the world taking on the course. It was to be an exciting day with many expecting…
If you’re an ultra runner then there isn’t any question that you have heard the name Jim Walmsley. Some of his accolades include being a 3 time winner of the JFK 50 miler. And a 3 time winner and course record holder for the Western States 100 miler. With many considering him to be the…
Skógafoss National Park in Iceland is one of the country’s most popular parks. While also featuring one of the country’s most iconic waterfalls. But this park is much more than just the main falls located a short walk from the parking lot. The park features a 4.2 mile (6.75 km) out and back. Leading hikers…
If you have been reading my site for a while. Then you will know that I love finding some of the most physically demanding hiking and trail running challenges around the world. And sharing them with my readers. So when I first planned my trip to Iceland, of course I was on the lookout for…
When looking for trails there can be a lot of different things to take into account. With things like total distance, elevation change, and where the trail starts and finishes typically being the most important. But once you decide on a trail and start looking into the specific details, there can be more than a…
On May 28th 2022, AR Georgia put on the 3rd annual Fort Yargo 50k. Featuring two 15.6 mile laps around the Fort Yargo State Park and lake. The course is considered flat and runnable. With only 1,600 feet of gain through the entire race. That said, it’s the perfect race for your first 50k. And…