Amy Clark

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Editor at UltraRunning Magazine

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

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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

1 month 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

1 month 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

2 months ago | 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.
Review: Invo8 TrailFly

Jul 30, 2024 | ultrarunning.com | Amy Clark

1 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. Based in the UK, the brand Inov8 has over 20 years of experience refining their shoe designs in the mountains of the English Lakes District. One of their latest trail shoe updates is the TrailFly, which promises a new fit, improved grip and better protection.
The Magic of Western States

Jul 2, 2024 | ultrarunning.com | Amy Clark

92 This year’s Western States could be considered one of the fastest races in the 51-year history of the event. With the return of a three-time champion and a course-record-breaking second-place finisher from 2023, both the men’s and women’s fields were stacked. Olympic Valley was already buzzing with activities that filled the week prior to Western States, but the pre-race electricity on Friday at Palisades Tahoe was unparalleled.
Copy of Ultra Weekend Recap — June 30 - Ultra Running Magazine

Jun 30, 2024 | ultrarunning.com | Amy Clark

2.5K It was definitely a weekend to watch in the ultrarunning world. In this week’s Ultra Weekend Recap we’ve got results from California, Washington, Florida and Colorado. Let’s get right to it. In what was yet another historic year at the Western States Endurance Run in Auburn, California, we saw fast times separated by mere seconds for podium finishes.