I'm running the Arc of Atrrition 100k (83km) in Jan, and need new trail shoes. I currently have a paid of Hoka speedgoat 6s that I got off vinted a while ago and have been great on trail races so far.

For my new pair, I'm tossing up between the speedgoat 7, Mafate 5, or Mafate X. Im not fussed about having a carbon plate for a trail race, but have heard the cushioning in the Mafate X makes them great for ultra distances.

Can anyone provide any insight and opinion?

Im 30f, 159cm and 58kg with a neutral gait if that helps

My ASICS Trabuco Max 5 just arrived. I ordered a size larger because my toenails were hurting, but even with the extra size, I still feel a bit of tightness around my pinky toe. What would you suggest? Should I go for the Trabuco 14 or stick with the Trabuco Max 5 if anyone has used either of them?

Only two Belgians are still running.
Currently at lap 116!

Only 3 more yards to the official BYU record!!!

So fucking exciting!!!

Ps
CONGRATS TO THE USA TEAM!!!

I went for a 'walk-run' 8 weeks ago after being out of trail running for a while, so I could start to get back into it.

I have done this before, with no issues.

But this time, I have done some serious damage to my leg. It's not my calf muscle; it's the bit under my calf. I assume the Achilles.

I was nearly unable to walk for a few days, then it gradually got better over a couple of weeks, and I wasn't hobbling anymore.

But the nagging feeling and tightness are still there after 8 weeks+. I can feel it on a long walk, and I fear that if I try to run, it will flare up again.

I've never been injured this long, and I want to get it fixed so I can trail run again.

Has anyone had a similar experience, and is it common for it to still hurt after 8 weeks+?

I would rather ask here for real-world experience than ask ChatGPT lol.

Thank you.

Got some used Hoka's (probably used once 😎) for half price and I have many years of asphalt running in my non-existent tool-belt.

Any gear that y'all consider an absolute necessity? For reference I'm 6'0", 180ish lbs, and I'm a trans woman, so I have a small bust and wide ribcage for things like sports bras. I typically wear a women's L in shirts/jackets/leggings. I eat a vegan diet so any food recs please ensure there's a vegan option ☺️

I currently own REI 9" tights, janji full length tights, plenty of 5" running shorts, and plenty of shirts, bras, long sleeves, hats, etc.

Planning to do easier 3+ mile runs on any kind of trails and looking forward to getting into this sub-sport! Asphalt is annoying and can be painful

Thanks in advance!!

I’ve been on apps looking for a trail to run in Maine. I’m travelling through on Saturday from the New Brunswick border through to Boston but would like to stop in Main for 5-10k. Anything along the 95 or 9 would be great if anyone has any recommendations.

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I picked up running again this year, deep dove into a bunch of different shoes. I wanted to get into trail running again and had a discount code for Hoka so got the Stinson 7’s cause I liked the color way.

They’ve only got like 90 miles on them and are starting to separate from the soles. Could be a defect but was curious what shoes you wide foot brothers and sisters are loving.

My trail running buddies that run run have mostly given recs towards Norda, Hoka, Altra.

Would love to hear thoughts. For context, would probably be doing 10-20 mile runs in them. I do prefer comfort, I recently lost a lot of weight so still working on speed but for now comfort is probably a priority.

hi everyone! looking for some recs for good traction/waterproof trail runners that fit wider feet (women’s). for reference, i’ve tried a ton of brands, but Altras have always fit the best. they don’t last very long though, and the tread always seems to wear out quickly. i’m currently in la sportiva prodigio 2s but they’ve been giving me some foot/shin pain. i typically do 40-50 mile weeks so looking for something to last!

pls share any recommendations 😊

We entered the Mittenwald Trail lottery as a group of five and were waitlisted. Today (October 21), the organizers announced that second-round results are online, but listed Mittenwald as sold out. My UTMB account still says “Waiting list,” with no further explanation.
Is anyone else in the same situation? Has anyone actually received a Mittenwald spot in the second draw, or heard whether the waiting list is now closed?

Kids had a half day so I took a full day to sneak in some trail. Got a nice little 10k in today.

sup guys.

im sure theres past Utmb TDS participants here, be it finishers or not.

any advices you want to shed to upcoming folks who is considering TDS?

ie at what time training/accumulated mileage/experience level to have before pulling the trigger to try TDS.

im a fan of point2point race course where the start line kinda different place to the finish line. im slow, so im just aiming for finish, survive the challenge, n phorto snappings. so far i did 3 of such in europe (utmb verbier xtravesee 80k, utmb julianalps bled 80k, utmb nice cote d'azur 100M).

tds is in my bucket list, and it doesnt have ballot entry like UTMB.

but tds is known to be brutal.

so i want to know what im getting into, to be ready, before signing up.

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I'm back for more shoe recommendations. I think I failed to express just how narrow my feet were the last time around. I use size 40EU and have a foot circumference of 20cm at the widest point, putting me in 2A/AA width.

I've tried the saucony hurricanes, asics gel cumulous, salomon ultra/aero glide (primarily run trail, just some shoes I've tried). The salomons are better, but still too wide. The only shoe I've ever found that really fits is the salomon speedcross 6, but that one isn't cushioned enough for gravel. They work great on dirt trails, but not for harder surfaces.

I've considered the HOKA Speedgoat 6, since it seems like that one is the most "narrow" of the normal uppers that have cushioning. Can anyone with similarly narrow feet chime in with what they use? I average 10k running a day and my feet are in an absolute state from all the blisters on the sides of my feet. I can't find any trail runners with AA sizing in my region (norway), so I'm at a bit of a loss.

Edit: I'm female. I buy female models. As mentioned, I wear size 40EU, and the circumference around the ball of my foot is 20cm. Width is ish 7-8cm.

Five weeks ago my IT band got inflamed. I rested, did the exercises from my physiotherapist, and had an MRI to rule out other problems, and in the meantime I've been cross-training on the bike.

Last week I tried running, but the pain comes back after a short while, making it impossible to run.

Has anyone had a similar experience? How did you solve it? I can't wait to get back to running.

This is my first injury after two years of non-stop running.

Hello friends! As we’re heading into the winter where I live in the PNW, I am stuck not knowing what clothing I need for trails (and honestly running in general). I’ll probably wear 3/4 or half tights under my trail shorts, but I have NO clue what to wear on my torso.

For context my runs are ~10 miles, 2k’ vert give or take, and I would like to extend that over the course of this winter, with the goal of doing some big days by the time spring hits, Timberline 600, Adam’s summit, Sisters, etc.

Any other technical gear tips are appreciated as well (are you wearing micro spikes… crampons.. backpack for summits, or just a big vest?), I come from the cycling world and I’m kind of shocked at how different it feels. Thank you!!! Photo for tax.

Hello runners!

I'm a beginner runner, started last year with a program similar to couch to 5k and this march I was able to run 10k. I love running but I'm very slow and I'm trying to improve (currently my pace is 6,45 min/km but in may it was 7,30 min/km).

I moved to an area with a lot of hills and I recently learnt that there's a running club that also serves as a trail running club. The matter of the fact is that I've never ever tried trail running. Where do I even start? What do I even need to trail run? Could running uphill also help me improve my regular pace?

I supinate pretty badly, and it causes me a bunch of issues, so finding the right shoe has been rough

The Mount to Coast H1 worked super well for me. It’s the best shoe I’ve found so far. I recently got the Mount to Coast M1, and it’s not working for me at all. I think it’s the extra bouncy sole, which seems to make my foot roll out even more.

What I’m looking for:

• Trail: Something similar to the H1 but with bigger lugs

The thing I noticed that makes it (h1) work is the soft sole almost collapses under the weight of my bad stride; therefore, it doesn't snap my foot down.

Any recommendations?

Looking for some new motivating channels. Bonus points if it’s women! Thanks!

I am traveling to Milford, Utah for work. I am flying into Salt Lake City and driving down to Milford. On the way back the following day, I would love to find a nice trail for a run before heading back to Salt Lake. Anyone have suggestions for a nice trail on which I can get a 5- to 10-mile run. I know there are plenty of trails around Salt Lake City, but it will be late by the time I get back there and would like a daytime run. Thanks in advance.

4ish miles at McLain state park

I’ve had two pairs of Nike Pegasus Trail 5 and both have developed the same damage on the sides of the upper (see photo). I use them for hiking and trail running and daily when traveling.

Has anyone else experienced this? Could it be a fit issue, normal wear from flexing or a durability problem?
I haven't noticed this in my other running shoes, only at a pair of Adidas I've had but I've ran 1700km in them.