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Mar 4, 2024
Doug Mayer

Pierre Gignoux: Making the World’s Best Ski Mountaineering Boots

The company, named simply after its founder Pierre Gignoux, makes what are widely considered to be the best ski mountaineering boots in the world.

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Feb 19, 2024
Doug Mayer

François D’Haene Aims Toward Tor des Géants

It’s true. One of the world’s great ultrarunners is turning his attention to one of the world’s toughest races.

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Feb 5, 2024
Kim Strom

Trail Mix Breakfast Cookies: A Rise & Run Recipe from Elyse Kopecky

Wondering what to stuff into the front pocket of your running vest? Try Elyse Kopecky’s Trail Mix Breakfast Cookies from the Rise & Run cookbook.

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Jan 26, 2024
Doug Mayer

Ultra Spirit: One Part Trail Race, One Part Carnival, 100% D’Haene

François D’Haene and Carline Traub’s Ultra Spirit is a team-based, multi-day trail running event with a spirit of friendship and adventure.

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Jan 16, 2024
Kim Strom

Not Running UTMB Mont-Blanc® ? Here are 10 Amazing Races in the Alps

Didn’t get drawn for the UTMB Mont-Blanc lottery or looking for a different kind of trail race ambiance in the Alps? Here are 10 alternatives to fill that gap in your summer Euro racing plans. 

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