Beyond the Trail: Running Advice & Experiences

Practical advice for trail runners and ultramarathon athletes, drawn from coaching, training and real-world endurance experience. Explore articles covering race preparation, nutrition, mountain running and the lessons learned from taking on some of the toughest challenges on the trails.

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Waterproofs for Ultra Runners & How they Work

Not all waterproof clothing is created equal. Understanding how it works can help you choose the right gear for your needs.
Do you want it for a running in every day during the winter (or summer at this rate!). Perhaps you want it for a mountain marathon you have coming up. Perhaps, you want it to fulfil the basic kit requirements of an ultra OR, you want it to be as lightweight as possible.

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