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5 Pieces of Trail Running Gear We Love From a Norwegian Brand You've Probably Never Heard Of

After nearly a century of outfitting expeditions from Everest to the North Pole, Norrøna is gaining traction on the trails.

Dean StattmannSeptember 4, 2026

Running

Your Road Running Gear Will Fail You on the Trail. Here's What to Replace First.

Trail running is booming. Before you follow the crowd into the woods, you need new gear. Here's what's most important.

Cory SmithAugust 29, 2026

Running

I Was Skeptical of Carbon-Plated Trail Shoes. The New Hokas Changed My Mind.

Hoka’s new Tecton X 4 was engineered to win one of the world's hardest races. After weeks of trail-testing, I found it delivers real speed—even for slower runners like me.

Will PorterAugust 26, 2026

Running

The Ultimate Gear List for Turning Trail Runs Into Fastpacking Trips

Fastpacking is just backpacking at trail-running speed—but the right gear makes all the difference. Here's what to pack, from packs to shelters to shoes.

Will PorterAugust 21, 2026

Running

Are Waistbelts Better than Hydration Vests for Trail Running? I Wore Them Both to Find Out.

Trail runners have long relied on vests to carry water and essentials. But a new generation of waistbelts is entering the scene, proving that taking the weight off your shoulders could completely change how you move.

Lisa JhungAugust 19, 20262

Running

This Waitlist-Only Running Vest Is Back In Stock—Here's Why We Loved It

Thanks to innovative features and sturdy construction, the Raide LF 5L Vest is becoming my new go-to for racing and long days on the trail.

Will PorterAugust 19, 20261

trail running gear

Latest Stories

5 Pieces of Trail Running Gear We Love From a Norwegian Brand You've Probably Never Heard Of

Your Road Running Gear Will Fail You on the Trail. Here's What to Replace First.

I Was Skeptical of Carbon-Plated Trail Shoes. The New Hokas Changed My Mind.

The Ultimate Gear List for Turning Trail Runs Into Fastpacking Trips

Are Waistbelts Better than Hydration Vests for Trail Running? I Wore Them Both to Find Out.

This Waitlist-Only Running Vest Is Back In Stock—Here's Why We Loved It

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