Trail Runner’s Sock Review: Swiftwick Aspire 5

Trail runner Sarah Barber reviews Swiftwick Aspire 5 socks. Product was provided by ATRA corporate member Swiftwick at no cost for the test and review. Various sources suggest that the average adult makes over 30,000 decisions per day with topics ranging from whether breakfast should include bacon (the answer is yes) to whether beer should… Read more »

USTRC Webinar Highlights Volunteer Recruitment and Retention

Announcement from American Trail Running Association partner US Trail Running Conference (USTRC). Above: Panelists share successful and practical strategies to engage and retain volunteers. Photo by: Terry Chiplin. Volunteer Recruitment and Retention was the subject of the second webinar in the nine-webinar RD Master Class series produced by the US Trail Running Conference presented by… Read more »

Catalina Island Marathon Sees Impressive Turnout for 2024 Race

The following release is published with permission from ATRA corporate member Spectrum Sports Management, organizers of Catalina Island Race Series. AVALON, Calif. – This past weekend, over 1,250 participants took part in the 47th annual Catalina Island Marathon. Participants ventured through the scenic trails of Catalina, starting in Two Harbors and finishing in Avalon. The vistas and challenging… Read more »

Trail Runner’s Product Review: RPM by Chirp

Trail runner Sarah Barber tests and reviews RPM by Chirp. Product was provided at no charge for the review. In a world where artificial intelligence, complex technology, and robotics reign stronger and stronger with each passing day, one thing that cannot be replaced is the human touch. Anyone who receives regular bodywork from a massage… Read more »

UltraSignup Presents the 2024 Dirt Circus

The following release is published with permission from corporate member and Event Standards partner, UltraSignup, and features the 2024 Dirt Circus: A Free Community Event Connecting Trail Runners Across the Nation. Nashville, TN, March 8, 2024 – UltraSignup is thrilled to announce the return of the Dirt Circus event series for 2024; celebrating community, local… Read more »

2024 WSSF World Snowshoe Championships Results

The following release featuring the U.S. Snowshoe Team is published with permission from Mark Elmore, US Snowshoe Association. Photos provided by Team USSSA. Picos de Europa Mountains | Fuente de’, Spain – Athletes from Spain, the USA, Italy, France, Great Britain, Argentina, India, Canada, and Sweden recently attended the World Snowshoe Federation World Snowshoe Championships at Fuente… Read more »

Key Takeaways from The Boston Run Show 2024

In its second year, The Boston Run Show (TBRS) took place at the Hynes Convention Center in the heart of Boston, MA, January 27-28. The show’s DNA is based on the popular National Running Show in the UK. Similar to The Running Event (TRE) and Outdoor Retailer (OR), TBRS is a large expo-style event featuring… Read more »

Trail Runner’s Gear Review: R5 GORE-TEX INFINIUM Tights

The following review was written by trail runner Sarah Barber and features R5 GORE-TEX INFINIUM Tights. Product was provided for the review at no charge. Winter running tights fall into the category of things I generally dislike. Let’s be honest: wouldn’t we all prefer to run in shorts? But I live in a region that… Read more »

Canadian Mountain Running Championships Announced Through 2026

The following release and photos were provided by Julien Lacasse, Co-Race Director at Défi des Couleurs Simard, regarding the announcement of the Canadian Mountain Running Championships in 2024, 2025, and 2026. Mont-Sainte-Anne, Beaupré – Défi des Couleurs Simard and its magnificent setting on Mont-Sainte-Anne have the honor of hosting the Canadian Mountain Running Championships for… Read more »

The Trail Team 2024 Selection Announcement

The Trail Team started in December 2022 and spent its inaugural year as a team in 2023, developing the first elite trail running club of its kind in the country. The team was founded to provide opportunity, mentorship, skill development, funding, and media exposure to a team of six talented young athletes (ages 20 to… Read more »

Canadian Trail Running Championships Announced for 2025 and 2026

The following release was provided in part by Québec Mega Trail regarding the announcement of the 2025 and 2026 Canadian Trail Running Championships. Featured photo by: QMT-Sebastien Durocher. Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré – Québec Mega Trail (QMT) is pleased to announce that the 2025 and 2026 Canadian Trail Running Championships will take place during the event. The competition,… Read more »

Cirque Series Snowbird Race to Host Collegiate Mountain Running National Championships

The following release was provided by Steve Taylor and features details about the upcoming 2024 Collegiate Mountain Running National Championships.  RICHMOND, VA – The Collegiate Running Association has announced the 2024 Collegiate Mountain Running National Championships will take place on July 13 at the Snowbird Race, hosted by the Cirque Series in Snowbird, Utah. For the… Read more »

Team USA ready for 2024 WSSF World Snowshoe Championships

Snowshoe Nationals

The following release featuring the U.S. Snowshoe Team is published with permission from Mark Elmore, US Snowshoe Association. Team USA Men Seven-time US men’s national snowshoe champion Eric Hartmark of Duluth, MN, will lead a talented and deep men’s squad to the 2024 WSSF World Snowshoe Championships to be held March 1-3 in the Picos… Read more »

USTRC Announces Headsweats as Official Headwear Supplier

Announcement from American Trail Running Association partner US Trail Running Conference (USTRC). Rouffiac d’Aude, France – Headsweats has been announced by organizers of the US Trail Running Conference as the Official Headwear Supplier of the 2024 event. The 2024 edition of the Conference will be held in Knoxville, Tennessee, October 23-25, moving to the home… Read more »

How To Hydrate for Trail Running in ALL Seasons

Dehydration is not just a hot summer topic, even though runners typically associate sweating or feeling thirsty with warmer months. Dehydration can be a serious issue even in colder weather and inhibit performance, recovery, and basic bodily functions. From a physical standpoint, cold, dry air requires increased fluids to humidify the air as it enters… Read more »

The BOA® Fit System is scientifically proven to increase workwear footwear performance

The following release from ATRA steep and rocky member BOA® Fit System is published with permission. Denver, CO (February 15, 2024) – BOA® Technology, creators of high-performance dial-based fit solutions, announces new scientific findings proving the BOA® Fit System and its PerformFit™ Wrap improves stability, energy efficiency, and endurance for workers over traditional laces. The… Read more »

Better Together: Merging Two Disciplines with Chuck Tookey

The following installment in ATRA’s year-long series, Better Together, features athlete, coach, and mentor Chuck Tookey and was written by trail runner Sarah Barber. Chuck Tookey is a guy who listens more than he speaks. When he opens his mouth, the words come out softly and well-chosen, usually with a speck of humor. An architect… Read more »

Lunar New Year isn’t slowing down production at Ashworth Awards

The following release was provided by corporate member and Event Standards Partner Ashworth Awards and features the company’s Dimensional Steel process. With Lunar New Year having just been celebrated on Saturday, February 10 this year, a majority of Chinese factories have shut down to celebrate with the rest of their country. This production slow down… Read more »

2024 USATF 100 Mile National Championships Set for February 16-17

Jackpot Ultra Start

On Friday, February 16, 49 runners will toe the line for the 2024 USATF 100 Mile National Championships at Cornerstone Park in Henderson, NV. The national championships will be part of the Jackpot Ultrarunning Festival, which will encompass most of the President’s Day weekend. The national championship will start at 8 AM Friday morning and continue… Read more »