Amy Clark

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Editor at UltraRunning Magazine

Editor for UltraRunning Magazine, writer, ultrarunner, music geek and mom of twins

Articles

Ben Gibbard: Training on Tour

2 weeks ago | ultrarunning.com | Amy Clark

1 This article was originally published in the December 2023/January 2024 issue of UltraRunning Magazine. Subscribe today for similar features on ultra training, racing and more. Ben Gibbard is no stranger to training for ultras. With multiple 100-mile finishes under his belt and a long list of ultrarunning accolades, he’s well-versed in the sport.
Ben Gibbard: Training on Tour

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Amy Clark

American Hiking Joins 113 Organizations in Opposition to Public Lands Sell Off in Senate Reconciliation BillOn behalf of our members, we, the 113 undersigned organizations, ask you to prevent the sell off of federal public lands in the budget reconciliation …
REVIEW: Inov8 Roadfly

3 weeks ago | ultrarunning.com | Amy Clark

93 Our reviews are 100% organic. We do not accept payment for reviews or bundle with advertising budgets. In most cases, the brand is providing the product to our reviewers free of charge. As a shoe brand that’s renowned for its resilience in the English Lake District where it originated, Inov8 offers trail runners a sturdy ride through tough conditions and terrain with a variety of trail shoe models.
REVIEW: Arc’teryx Norvan LD 4 Trail Shoes

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Amy Clark

1 day agoHuge deals on the best gear to enjoy this weather. I'm writing this trapped inside the Esquire offices with a glimpse of a beautiful 70-and-sunny New York City day out the windows. We have plenty of nice furniture. The air in here is purified, sure, but to be cooped up while the sun is shining like …
REVIEW: Arc’teryx Norvan LD 4 Trail Shoes

1 month ago | ultrarunning.com | Amy Clark

8 Our reviews are 100% organic. We do not accept payment for reviews or bundle with advertising budgets. In most cases, the brand is providing the product to our reviewers free of charge. With a focus on delivering “unrivaled durability and performance in extreme conditions,” Arc’teryx released the Norvan LD 4, the latest iteration of their most popular trail running shoe. Focused on pure mountain running, the shoe adapts to rugged conditions on just about any terrain.
NYC Fair Chance Act: A new law for co-op admissions

2 months ago | habitatmag.com | Carol Ott |Amy Clark

Co-op admissions have never been simple, but a new law has changed what used to be a fairly straightforward, one-step process into more complex two-step dance. The law, which went into effect in January, is the New York City Fair Chance for Housing Act (Local Law 24), which is designed to protect potential co-op buyers from discrimination based on their criminal history.
REVIEW: Tracksmith's Eliot Racer

2 months ago | ultrarunning.com | Amy Clark

279 Our reviews are 100% organic. We do not accept payment for reviews or bundle with advertising budgets. In most cases, the brand is providing the product to our reviewers free of charge. Known for their high-end craftsmanship and commitment to using quality fabrics and materials, Tracksmith’s latest road shoe proves that they are equally committed to the performance of their products.
Bridging Music and Running

Mar 19, 2025 | ultrarunning.com | Amy Clark

138 Shiny belt buckles have been a staple in the wardrobes of performers for years. What’s not so common is when a musician walks on stage wearing a copper finisher’s buckle from the Cocodona 250. That’s exactly what Aaron Reed was donning when playing with his brother, Phil, as The Brothers Reed, at McMenamins Old St. Francis School in Bend, Oregon, in the fall of 2024.
Apple Sued for Falsely Claiming Its Smartwatches Are Carbon Neutral

Mar 3, 2025 | techreport.com | Amy Clark

Key Takeaways On Wednesday, a group of 7 customers filed a lawsuit against Apple for falsely claiming three versions of its smartwatches to be carbon neutral. They said that if they knew beforehand that these watches weren't exactly carbon neutral, they would have opted for other sustainable options. However, Apple stands by its claims that its watches are in fact carbon neutral. Apple is being sued by customers for falsely claiming that its smartwatches are carbon neutral.
REVIEW: Winter Running Gear

Feb 14, 2025 | ultrarunning.com | Amy Clark

258 Our reviews are 100% organic. We do not accept payment for reviews or bundle with advertising budgets. In most cases, the brand is providing the product to our reviewers free of charge. By now, you’ve likely pulled out the winter running gear and have had it in heavy rotation for the last couple of months.