Altra running has just announced that it’s now selling two new youth trail running shoes, or shoes for school, backyards, and the park, for kids. When I started this blog, I think Saucony was the only company that was manufacturing any sort of shoe for… Read More »Altra Running Announces New Youth Trail Running Shoes
Maybe you’ve seen runners wearing gaiters at trail races. Or perhaps you’ve just heard them mentioned on trail running forums and on social media. If you’re wondering what running gaiters are or why they are worn, read on. I happen to LOVE running gaiters. Disclosure:… Read More »Why Trail Running Gaiters
It’s not everyday that I get to write about snowshoes. Though talking about running and racing snowshoes is something that I love to do. I love running in snowshoes. I love walking in snowshoes. I love snowshoeing. Period. When Dion Snowshoes, a premier performance running… Read More »Dion Running Snowshoes Built for Serious Youth, Teen Athletes
I captured the pic below of my teen with her suitcase on the New York City Subway on her way to catch a flight to a trail race. Notice what’s in view? Skida. A Skida Sticker. Nope, this wasn’t a plant. It’s the real deal.… Read More »SKIDA Hat Giveaway at Kids Trail Running
I love wearing hats. I think nearly every Facebook profile pic or selfie I’ve ever posted has me wearing a hat or beanie. While riding the subway on a mild November day in New York City, my nine year old asked if I wear hats… Read More »The Best Cold Weather Hats for Winter Trail Running
Move over Ikea. If eco-friendly, assemble-yourself furniture is the only thing that comes to mind when you think of Sweden, it’s time to retool your thought process–especially if you’re a trail runner. Swedish Icebug is on a mission to transform trail running footwear and is… Read More »Kids Trail Running Reviews Icebug’s Holy Grail of Trail Running Shoes Zeal – L RB9X