Train all you want, but you'll never achieve your peak performance without proper nutrition. That's why Neversecond took a science-based approach to creating their C30 Energy Gels - to ensure that your fueling supports the best possible on-the-trail performance. The C30 moniker denotes 30 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates in a 2:1 maltodextrin-to-fructose blend. They go down extra..
$3.50
Since time immemorial, creatures great and small have craved salt. As humans, we yearn for the mineral; it's a staple of our culinary traditions, a reason to build roads uniting empires, and an excuse to go to war. You could say salt fuels our very existence (technically the sodium-potassium pump does, but you get the point, salt is essential). The SaltStick Fast Chews offer a deli..
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In a world where purchasing nutrition can feel like ordering a Michelin-star meal, Carbs Fuel offers a welcome respite with their wallet-friendly pricing and tummy-friendly ingredients. The Carbs Fuel Original 50g Gel is about as simple (and affordable) as nutrition gels can get. Packing a whopping 200 calories per gel with 50g of carbohydrates and over 100mg of sodium, the Origina..
$2.00
For most, running from sunset to sunrise is a nonstarter. For the select few who enjoy running through the night, there is the Petzl Swift RL. With lumens ranging from 18 to 1100, the Swift RL will light the way no matter how much ambient light is or isn't available. The REACTIVE LIGHTING senses available light and brightens or dims as needed, so when you run out of the dark forest..
$139.95
When considering fueling for runs, one may think of gels, bars, and drink mixes. As an alternative, Odd Balls offers Energy Balls, an organic blend of all-natural ingredients with no added sugar. What sets Energy Balls apart from regular balls, you ask? Shrooms! Fabulous fungi, known as caterpillar fungus or Cordycipitaceae, yamabushitake or bearded hedgehogs, are blended with date..
$23.49
So, you hit the trail with your HydraPak UltraFlask Speed, or SkyFlask handheld and just ran out of water. What now? Bust out your Filter Cap, fill up your flask from your nearest water source, screw the filter into place, and hydrate! This nifty little bugger turns your boring old flask into a full-on water filter. This is a compact, lightweight option to keep you in the water gam..
$34.95
Running can be a many varied thing - the thrill of summitting with the best views, the crazy descents, the ridge scrambling. For some, this diversity is the spice of the summer months. No matter what you get up to, we are sure the COROS Apex 2 Pro sports watch has a setting to track all your progress. Those who climb will enjoy the multi-pitch activity mode, enhanced with the GNSS ..
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No, your taste buds haven't abandoned you, it's just that you are fully enjoying the experience of Maurten's Gel which just happens to be flavorless. Perfect for picky eaters, this gel is also for anyone who wants to perform at their best. Hydrogel Technology is at the center of the success of Maurten Gels. This near-magic trick has carbohydrates that become encapsulated when they ..
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Hydrogel Technology is what sets Maurten products apart. Their drink mix is as simple in name as it is in ingredients. Packing either 160 or 320 calories per satchel, this mix will deliver carbohydrates to your system faster than a USPS driver in a Ferrari. Unlike someone driving way too fast with a sports car, the Maurten sports drink mix does not pose any bodily threat. This is w..
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The more time we spend cramming our feet into ski boots and running shoes, the more we can't wait to let the toes loose - especially if we're spraying champagne from the winner's podium! With that victory celebration in mind, the Dynafit Podium is an ergonomic and cushy flip-flop ("jandal" for those tuning in from New Zealand) made by everyone's favorite beachwear brand, Dynafit. M..
$49.95
Some associate Italy with amazing cuisine, Dynafit associates it with incredible lens quality. In conjunction with Divel Italia Dynafit has ventured into the eyewear world and has done so in fashion. The Ultra Evo is a lightweight, comfortable option that is perfect for those bluebird skies, or when there might be a cloud or two hanging out. Offering a wide-view lens you will have ..
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Whether it's the morning before a race or you're planning for a long day in the mountains, take the guesswork out of breakfast and give yourself a leg up with a Spring Energy Endurance Meal. Categorized as an endurance meal for athletes, the Endurance Fuel is a calorie-dense meal intentionally designed to provide healthy, real-food fuel before your workout. It boosts your performan..
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Turns out that following nature’s lead and using simple, real food makes for high-quality performance nutrition. Spring Energy emphasizes this 100% natural approach throughout its whole lineup of gels and nutrition. You won’t be seeing any freaky lab-grown concoctions passed off as food on their ingredient list. Instead, Spring Energy has harnessed certain foods' power for enduranc..
$4.20
Yes, snow and ice are for running. Sure, most times we would prefer an open trail, but sometimes winter sticks around too long, or that snowcapped peak is just calling. If your adventures may involve a wintery mix you can combat the elements with Black Diamond's Distance Spike traction devices. Built for fast and light approaches, these handy helpers are compact and low weight so i..
$99.95
Not every run or fastpacking mission features perfectly dry dirt, especially if you’re itching to get up high in the alpine during springtime. So if it’s snow that’s got you worried, Petzl has you covered with their lightweight and compact Leopard Flexlock. The universal attachment system easily fits hiking, running, and approach shoes so that you don’t have to compromise your favo..
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Do you commonly find yourself on the verge of collapse from dehydration because you don't want to bother with bringing heavy, sloshing water? With the Katadyn Be Free Filtration Bottle (BPA Free) you can literally drink those problems away. Just find a source of water, running or still, and fill the bottle. The filtration system will clear the water of 99.9% of bacteria and 99.9% o..
$44.95
Training for the Uphill Athlete should be a staple in every trail runner's literary diet. You know it's good because it's written by Scott Johnston, Steve House, and trail running's golden boy, Kilian Jornet. Every page you turn, you're either bombarded (in a good way) with new physiological training information & tactics or beautiful landscape images from iconic destinations. ..
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Time to raise the bar! Too simple of a catchphrase? Simple is what the Maurten Solid nutrition bar is all about. Building on their approach to drink mixes and gels, the nutritional wizards in Sweden decided to expand their horizon to include their Solid bars. Simple in name, simple in approach, and crazy effective in application, this bar is the perfect complement to Maurten's gels..
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What makes this a cap and not a hat? Potatoe, potato. The NNormal Race cap is fast no matter what you call it. If you want to be as epic as Kilian Jornet you'll need to quit your job, start training (a lot) and hope that your physiology changes miraculously. If you want to look like Kilian Jornet you can simply buy this hat. Weighing in at a scant 50g you won't even know it's on yo..
$50.00
Rumor has it that Petzl challenged their designers to reinvent the headlamp with running comfort in mind. Whether or not that’s actually true, the designers did in fact come up with a funky-looking yet great-feeling headlamp. Most notably, the weight is now distributed all around with the ultrathin lamp upfront and the power source in the back. And like that, the dreaded, front-hea..
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Let’s do some quick math to illustrate why the LifeStraw Peak Series Collapsible Squeeze Bottle is such a godsend for self-supported trail runners. If you drink, say, an average of 750ml of water per hour and go for a 6-hour run, you’ll need 4.5 liters of water. And if each liter weighs 2.21 pounds, you’ll be starting off at the trailhead with nearly 10 pounds of water - that’s bot..
$32.95
You’d be forgiven for assuming all visors are the same. Take a simple regular hat and remove the top, right? That may be true for other brands, but the folks at Dynafit took their time elevating the oft-neglected visor category with their React Visor Band. To them, it’s a headband that happens to have a flexible brim. So yes, it keeps the sun out of your eyes like a visor, but it a..
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Not one to sit on its laurels, COROS is always looking to improve its product line. With the PACE Pro, it has upped the ante. A larger screen and back button, extended battery life, and a faster processor than its predecessor, the PACE 3, are a few of the somewhat expected upgrades. The number of activity modes has also grown, so your rest day can include open-water swimming, indoo..
$349.00
There is no reason to give up the running pole system you have grown to love because the seasons have changed. Leki's Ultra Trail Storm Shark Gloves are ideal when nature serves up cold temps with a side of wind. The overglove separates the forefinger from the mitt, keeping dexterity, and adds a surprising amount of warmth when you're on the go. Reflective badges, a grippy palm, an..
$119.95
Who knew you'd want to keep running even when the seasons change and your hands start getting cold? Luckily, Leki has an easy fix with the Ultra Trail Breeze Shark, which provides warmth while keeping your kit simple and efficient. The Shark System will work with your existing Leki running poles, so the efficiency you have grown to love remains. Whether you aim to get up high or yo..
$89.95
"Two's company, three's a crowd" is a classic idiom and generally relates to a third person who isn't welcome in a given situation. Precision Fuel took this to heart with their PF 30 Chews, and there's no doubt three Chews would be a tight squeeze in the current packaging. Two delectable energy chews contain 30g of carbohydrates and have a 2:1 glucose-to-fructose ratio, which is ea..
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With abundant scientific information available for endurance fueling, there is no need to reinvent the wheel, but a little refining and innovation never hurt. Precision Fuel's PF Gels use a proven 2:1 glucose-to-fructose ratio, which the body processes quickly and is easy to consume on a schedule. Choose from a non or caffeinated 30 grams of carbs with 120 calories, or level up for..
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With so many fueling options to choose from, why Precision? We selfishly think it's the chews, but we're in the wrong place. Precision has worked with athletes for over a dozen years to develop individual fueling and hydration plans. The Carb & Electrolyte Drink Mix is the one-stop shop for electrolytes, carbs, and sodium in one tidy package. It's a miracle, all the little thin..
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Mountain ranges are known for certain things. The Cascades have snow the consistency of wet concrete, the Rockies adjacent to Denver boast awful traffic, and the Central Wasatch has ridges—lots of ridges. So, we thought SkyRun Wasatch Ridge Cap had a nice ring. The white colorway with mesh panels is perfect for warmer temps; the blue trim looks great, and some neat details make it ..
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Perhaps a few cautious individuals would go with regular when there is a turbo option, not SkyRun. We like fast, and the AMACX Turbo Gels sound quick and have a 1:0.8 carb ratio, which is the fueling world's way of keeping your motor running at the highest level. The 40 grams of carbs and 160 calories, with or without caffeine, will support the energy demands of your intense effort..
$3.25
Nutrition, fuel, or calories. No matter what form it's in, how it tastes, or what you call it, calories are the elixir that keeps you moving. AMACX's Energy Fruit Chews, with their 30g of carbs, are a fruity and sweet way to top off the fuel quickly. Each delicious bar is over 51% fruit, mixed with magic, stirred with love, and dusted with shiny angel confections. The 123 calories ..
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Enjoying any one thing for too long leads to boredom, palate fatigue, and sometimes blisters. The Energy Nougat from AMACX Sports Nutrition is a tasty and different addition to your fueling routine because you can only dress up oats in so many ways. They are good on the way to the trailhead for pre-run calories and soft enough to eat on the move. With 32g of carbs and two delicious..
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After a while, consuming "health bars" whilst headed to the trailhead becomes less appealing. So, the odds of fueling with one during a run, and it going well, aren't odds you'd want to take to Vegas. Made for athletes, by athletes, the C30 Fuel Bar from Neversecond is formulated for folks on the move, so you can bet your lunch they are easy to stomach during an effort. A 2:1 gluco..
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Saltstick Capsules provide much-needed sodium quickly through a complex process. The sodium-potassium pump in the body is a regulatory process that maintains the concentration gradients for Na+ and K+ across the plasma membrane. This process is essential for muscle contraction, nerve impulse transmission, and other important things. That's all I remember from Intro to Biology, othe..
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Need carbs? Get Carbs! Carbs Fuel, that is. The Carbs Fuel Original Sport Drink Mix is loaded with 500mg of sodium and 75g of carbs to keep your engine running. 300 calories per serving gives you energy for the next big push - and the one after that. Made with just the necessities, the Original Sport Drink Mix has no added preservatives, colorings, or flavorings to keep things simp..
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Fueling for runs doesn't need to be complicated. Naak Ultra Energy Bars are an easy way to consume valuable calories and nutrients, whether on the way to the trailhead or during a long run. With a 4:1 carb to eco-friendly protein ratio and added electrolytes, the Ultra Energy Bars are smartly balanced for quick energy while sustaining you for the long haul.
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Have you busted one of your La Sportiva Hobnails? Have you lost one somewhere in the field? Grab a bag of replacements and get back on those slick, icy, and snowy trails. This kit comes with ten replacement nails for your spiked Sportiva shoes, though they can be installed into any rubber sole that has 4mm or larger lugs and ventures into winter conditions. Note that this product d..
$28.95
With so many drink mix options on the market, ranging from tangy to syrupy sweet, we're all looking for one that's delicious and easy on the gut. That's where the Energy Drink Mix comes in. Näak's Energy Drink Mix is tasty and easy to stomach, so you can keep fueling throughout your effort. The ability to switch from sweet to salty to plain water and back again will keep your palat..
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Do you live at sea level and desire to run at altitude, or are you a local Coloradan who wants to explore the high and wild places of your home state? Colorado Alpine Trail Runs provides an in-depth look at where to find the thinnest air in the Silver State. In addition to the ample routes compiled betwixt the book's cover are numerous color photographs, information on access point..
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The Salt Lake Valley sits between two mountain ranges, access to wild places is second to few, and information about them abounds. Whether you are a local or just visiting, Urban Trails: Salt Lake City is an alternative look at paths and sights in the city and the urban sprawl beyond. This fun guide has oodles of information on urban routes, trail etiquette, wildflowers, and local ..
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The Sierra Nevada Mountains are striking and should be on your list of places to visit, and you should visit on foot. When the snows melt and the trails dry out, Sierra Trail Runs: A Guide to the Eastside is an excellent companion for first-time visitors or old pros alike. With trails from Death Valley to the White Mountains and up to the High Sierra, there's a landscape for every ..
$37.95
Squirrel's Nut Butter, not to be confused with squirreling away Nutter Butters, was founded in 2015 after a family friend used a salve for a long bike ride that was for the founder's daughter's eczema. It worked so well that less than a year later, Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe started eliminating rubbing and blisters in endurance athletes everywhere. Available in various sizes,..
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In 1986, Dan Rather was attacked on the streets of New York City by two men who kept asking the question, "Kenneth, what is the frequency?" There was no way for Mr. Rather to know that 38 years later, the Julbo Frequency would be the correct response. When protecting your precious eyes from the harmful rays that Aryaman casts down upon the earth, rest assured the Reactiv lenses ran..
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Until you have had a pair of sunglasses versatile enough to leave from a dark trailhead and climb to a sunny summit, have you ever experienced greatness? The full-coverage Density sunglasses from Julbo are as versatile as they are lightweight. As the day presents itself and the photochromatic lenses begin to darken, you may or may not start to notice how great they feel with the Co..
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Recovery is the often overlooked portion of most athlete's training plans. Immediately following exercise, the Recovery Mix from Tailwind Nutrition is a delicious way to get the protein, carbohydrates, and electrolytes your body needs post-workout. Contains up to 3x more protein than most go-to shakes, which provides more usable protein that goes to repairing your damaged muscles. ..
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If you haven't been able to choke down your 11th gel of the day, and your energy levels dropped as a result, have you really experienced life? The Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel is an easy way to keep yourself hydrated while getting electrolytes and calories to enhance your performance throughout the day. This elixir uses simple carbohydrates the body can rapidly digest, providi..
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1972 was an exciting year around the globe with Bobby Fischer becoming the World Chess Champion, the introduction of the Space Shuttle program, and the advent of Shoe Goo in Lyman Van Vliet's garage in Palos Verdes, CA. And just like that, the world of minor shoe repair was turned upside down. Small tears and imperfections can be easily fixed with a bit of time, patience, and a lig..
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COROS entered the market in 2018 with the PACE GPS watch, setting a new standard for battery life. The COROS PACE 3 maintains the same sleek package in its third iteration while sporting many new features and technologies. The already long battery life sees another 20% increase and will last up to 38 hours of GPS tracking or over three weeks of daily use. A new transflective displa..
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