Trail Running

Latest in Trail Running

We previewed AllTrails Peak membership.
Gear

AllTrails Now Has Custom Routes, a “More Scenic” Selection, and Community Heatmap

By Laura Lancaster, By Ashley Thess

Testing the Shift Mags while biking.
Gear

Our Favorite Smith Sunglasses Are 40% Off at Backcountry

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best zero drop running shoes.
Gear

The Best Zero Drop Running Shoes of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Three hikers walk up rock formation.
Gear

Your Guide to REI’s Anniversary Sale: 25% Off Adventure Gear

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best hiking leggings.
Gear

The Best Hiking Leggings of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best lightweight hiking shoes.
Gear

The Best Lightweight Hiking Shoes of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

By Justin La Vigne, By Ashley Thess

I tested the best insoles for hiking boots.
Gear

The Best Insoles for Hiking of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

Author crosses snow field.
Gear

The Best Thermal Underwear for Men, Tested and Reviewed

By Sean McNally

Two profile shots of Hoka trail runners stacked on top of one another, with the top Hoka cut in half to reveal its innards.
Gear

The Anatomy of a Shoe: What You Need to Know Before Buying Your Next Trail Runner or Hiking Shoe

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best winter running gear in the snow.
Gear

The Best Winter Running Gear: Trail, Pavement, and Gravel Tested

By Christine Peterson

We tested the best hiking watches.
Gear

The Best Hiking Watches, Field Tested

By Justin La Vigne, By Patrice La Vigne

Runner on a trail at night.
Adventure

The Best Running Headlamps, Trail Tested

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best sun hats.
Gear

The Best Sun Hats of 2025, Field Tested

By Ashley Thess

tara dower
Adventure

Tara Dower Battled Intense Hallucinations, Sleep Deprivation, and 53-Mile Days to Set the Appalachian Trail Speed Record. Here’s How She Did It.

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best satellite messengers.
Gear

The Best Satellite Messengers, Based on Field Testing

By Laura Lancaster

A phone and the Garmin inReach Messenger Plus sit on a rock.
Gear

The New Garmin inReach Messenger Plus Sends Photos, Voice Memos, and Group Chats

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best rain jackets.
Gear

The Best Rain Jackets, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best sports bras for large chests.
Gear

The 10 Best Sports Bras for Large Busts

By Katie Hill

ultra running
Adventure

Ultra Running for Beginners: What It’s Like to Run a 52-Mile Mountain Race

By Christine Peterson

We tested the best running vests on various terrain across the country.
Gear

The Best Running Vests of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess