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Trail Running Shoes Are Not All Created Equal: The Ultimate Guide (Skyrunning vs. Ultra vs. All-Terrain)

Choosing the wrong trail shoe can ruin your run (and your toenails). We break down the key differences between vertical race rockets, ultra-distance cruisers, and hybrid workhorses so you can find the perfect partner for your adventures.

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Snow Trail Running: How to Run Safely with Micro-Spikes and Enjoy the Silence

Running in the snowy woods is a mystical experience, but you need the right gear. We explain everything about trail micro-spikes, gaiters, and how to manage safety to enjoy the magic of winter.

Trail Downhill Running: Tips to Go Safer and Faster

Downhill isn’t just gravity—it’s technique. Learn why your quads suffer, how to use your arms for balance, and the secret of high cadence to avoid injuries and run smoother

Trail Running in the Mud: Technique, Foot Placement, and Rhythm for Slippery Surfaces (Without Wiping Out)

Don’t fight the terrain — adapt to it. Learn how to shorten your stride, use your arms for balance, and choose the right shoes to handle winter trail running safely

Power Hiking in Trail Running: When Walking Is More Efficient Than Running

On the steepest trail climbs, the pros don't run: they walk. But they do it with a specific technique called power hiking. We explain what it is, how to do it, and why it's a fundamental tool for saving energy and going faster.

The Art of Trail Running Poles: When (and How) to Use Them to Save Energy on Climbs

Do you think trail poles are for slow runners? Wrong. When used with the right technique, they are a weapon to go faster and expend less effort. We explain how to transform yourself into a 4x4 on the trails

Well-Being in Nature: The Healing Power of Light Trail Running

Discover the benefits of gentle trail running and mindful walking in nature. An accessible experience that boosts both physical and mental well-being.

Light Trail Running: How to Discover (and Fall in Love with) Trails on Vacation

Discover what light trail running is: a relaxed, beginner-friendly and safe way to move through nature—even if you’re not a trail runner (yet).

Summer Trail Running: How to Get Ready

How to prepare for summer trail running: gear tips, uphill/downhill technique, energy management and the right mindset to enjoy mountain trails safely.

Trail Running for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know Before You Start

A complete beginner’s guide to trail running: shoes, clothing, gear, pace, and mindset. Everything you need before stepping off the pavement.

No mountains? No problem! Train for trails anywhere

Here's how to train for uphill running even without having the Dolomites under your house. Or on top of your house. In short: at your disposal.

Trail shoes are changing dramatically

Supershoes were born for the road but have now arrived on trail trails as well. Changing the rules of the game

How do ultratrail runners sleep?

How do ultratrail runners manage sleep during such long races?

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