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Trail running blog
Stories from the trail and practical lessons from the mountains.
The First Cold Day: Testing the Icebreaker Merino 260 Oasis
A first cold day in NYC, a warm merino layer, and a fall-to-winter testing plan. My first impressions of the Icebreaker Merino 260 Oasis, in partnership with Icebreaker.
How to Layer for Cold Weather Trail Runs
Build a cold-weather layering system that manages sweat, blocks wind, and keeps a dry reserve for exposed terrain and unexpected stops.
ReadArticleTiming Electrolytes for a Podium Finish
Third woman at Big Bear came down to a first mile I controlled and a last half mile I still had. Here is the electrolyte timing plan that kept the finishing gear in the tank. Sponsored by Venture Pal.
Portland, Waterfalls, and a Stay at The Hotel Zags
A Portland stay hosted by The Hotel Zags, with a practical guide to waterfall hikes in the Columbia River Gorge.
Race Debrief 26-04: Big Bear 10K
Third woman at the goal race, sixteen seconds off a target set weeks ago. The whole story is in the first mile, because this time I ran it on purpose.
ReadArticleNine Peaks, One Lake Placid Adventure
Nine Adirondack peaks, big trail days, and a welcoming Lake Placid home base hosted by Town House Lodge.
An Acadia Weekend, From the Beehive to the Stars
A weekend in Acadia National Park with the Beehive, Jordan Pond, a low-tide walk to Bar Island, and nights in an Under Canvas Stargazer tent.
Race Debrief 26-03: Tesla Hertz Night 10 Miler
Second woman at a headlamp race through the Pine Barrens, and I earned it the wrong way. The splits tell the truth the podium will not.
ReadArticleSix Peaks and a Bell: My Saranac Lake 6er Ultra
Six Adirondack peaks in one long push. Here is how the Saranac Lake 6er Ultra works, where the mountains sit, and why Mirror Lake Inn made a lovely home base.
Race Debrief 26-01: Wild Goose 13.1
13.4 miles, 1,529 feet of climbing, 17 personal records, and the first trail race since ACL and bilateral meniscus surgery. The full data debrief.
Power Hiking for Ultrarunners: Technique and Workouts for Stronger Climbs
Learn efficient power hiking technique, when to switch from running, and uphill workouts that build fitness for long mountain races.
ReadArticleBackpacking the Adirondacks Dix Range with a Garmin inReach Mini
A backpacking trip through the Adirondacks Dix Range, with practical notes on wet-weather planning and carrying a Garmin inReach Mini.
Race Recap: The Grizzly Ultra 50K in Canmore
Five loops, big climbs, and a stadium full of energy: my Grizzly Ultra 50K race weekend in Canmore, with accommodations from Banff Pride.
Teaching My Dog to Mountain Bike With Me
How I taught my dog to run trails beside my mountain bike, and where we practiced in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Race Debrief 26-02: Highlander Heavy Half
A half marathon took me four hours and eighteen minutes, and I am proud of it. 4,203 feet in the Hudson Highlands, a yellowjacket at mile two, and the case for racing on a week of rest.
ReadArticleA Mountain Bike Day Near Salt Lake City with Specialized
A fall day in Salt Lake City with Specialized: a tour of their distribution center, a ride on the Epic EVO, and tips for the trails above town.
Climbing Ten Sleep Canyon, Wyoming: Know the Place Before You Go
A climbing trip to Ten Sleep Canyon, Wyoming, with practical notes on parking, approaches, camping, and caring for the limestone. Trip sponsored by Mazda.
Three Snowy Summits: Our Winter Tupper Lake Triad
Snowshoes, three Adirondack summits, and a dog who earned a Tupper Lake Triad patch too.
ReadArticleMountain Biking Breckenridge: How to Ride the High Country Right
A guide to mountain biking Breckenridge, Colorado: altitude, afternoon storms, muddy trails, and being a good guest above 9,000 feet. Trip sponsored by Mazda.
A Lake Placid Winter Trip With ORDA
A Lake Placid winter trip with ORDA, from the ski jumps and snowboarding at Whiteface to skating on the frozen lake and dinner at Whiteface Lodge.
It Was The Night Before Race Day
Everything laid out on the bed for tomorrow's trail half marathon: the full packing list, what rides in the hydration vest, and the one decision I leave for 6 AM.
Race With Purpose: The Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run
My trip to the Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run on Kauai, a fundraiser for the Keala Foundation's free programs that keep local kids away from drugs and alcohol. Travel provided by Alaska Airlines.
