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Ready for a Vertical Kilometer Challenge?

Adam Hodges | June 29, 2022

Salomon TV - Kilian Jornet Vertical Kilometer FKT (video screenshot)

Since 1994 -- when the first Vertical Kilometer (VK) took place in Cervinia, Italy -- mountain runners have been putting their lungs and legs to the ultimate test against the clock. The concept is simple: Run uphill as fast as you can, covering a vertical kilometer of elevation gain -- that's 1,000 vertical meters or 3,281 vertical feet -- on a route not exceeding 5 KM (3.1 … [Read more...]

Differences Between Trail Running vs. Road Running

Adam Hodges | June 15, 2022

Salomon TV - Trail runnings vs road running (video screenshot)

When you love running it doesn’t really matter much where you do it, on the road or trail, as long as you’re running. But what are the differences between road and trail running? Is one better for your health than the other? What are the differences in equipment, especially shoes? Salomon TV's Lovina Fullgrabe explores the differences and provides some tips on choosing the … [Read more...]

Serious Gear for Serious Trail Running

Adam Hodges | August 12, 2016

When it comes to choosing gear, I ascribe to the philosophy of Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard, “Purchase less stuff, own a few things that are very high quality that last a long time, and that are multifunctional.” Don’t get me wrong, I love gear. But most of all, I love quality gear that allows me to travel light and do as much as I can with as little as … [Read more...]

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