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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.
Timing 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.
Nine 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.
Six 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.
Backpacking 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.
A 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.
Mountain 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.
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.
