Trailrunner

The American Trail Running Association, or ATRA, was established in the summer of 1996 as a nonprofit organization based in Colorado, dedicated to the mountain, ultra, and trail (MUT) running community. Our goal is to advocate for and promote the sport of mountain, ultra, and trail running. We provide various membership options, including individual, club, race, and corporate memberships. A key feature of our organization is our quarterly newsletter, Trail Times, which features a calendar of national events, insightful articles, and important updates related to our sport.

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Paul Machoka and Scout Adkin Triumph at Zmeu X-Fest

1 week ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

The following article is published with permission from the World Mountain Running Association and features results from Zmeu X-Fest held today, May 3, in Romania. Featured photo: Marco Gulberti/WMRA. The mystical forests of Bukovina came alive today as the Zmeu X-Fest Mountain Race unfolded in a dramatic display of endurance, strategy, and raw mountain power.
2025 WMRA World Cup Kicks off in Romania

1 week ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

The following article is published with permission from the World Mountain Running Association (WMRA) and features this weekend’s World Cup race in Romania. The 2025 World Cup kicks off in style this weekend at Câmpulung Moldovenesc, Romania, with Zmeu X-Fest. The Carpathian Mountains will provide a stunning backdrop to the inaugural race for this year’s competition. And with some very familiar names from previous World Cups taking part, we should be in for an exciting first classic mountain race.
2025 USATF Long Trail Team Announced

2 weeks ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

USATF’s Mountain Ultra Trail Running (MUT) executive committee announces the team roster for the 2025 Long Trail Team slated to compete at the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in Canfranc this September. A committee comprised of athletes and USATF MUT executive committee members reviewed the resumes from candidates for eight spots on the team – four for women, four for men.
Gear Review: Bollé Victus Pro Sunglasses

2 weeks ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

The following review was written by trail runner and ATRA gear wrangler Sarah Barber and features Bollé Victus Pro Sunglasses. Gear was provided at no charge for the test and review. Unless you’re a sommelier, most blind wine tastings conclude that the main difference between a fine vintage and two-buck chuck is the price tag. But, fermented grape juice is just one example of an item whose budget-conscious version is nearly as acceptable as its high-dollar counterpart.
Almost Heaven in West Virginia … My Gristmill Grinder Experience

2 weeks ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

The following article was written by Brent Runzel, a trail runner based in Illinois, who enjoyed an entry from the ATRA giveaway program for the Gristmill Grinder. It all started with Volume 11: Issue 146 / December 4, 2024 ATRA e-newsletter offering an entry giveaway to the Gristmill Grinder Half Marathon at Babcock State Park in West Virginia on April 19, 2025. Admittedly, my immediate sweepstakes bid was probably a bit weak.
Book Review: The Unforgiving Hours

2 weeks ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

Laura Clark reviews the book, The Unforgiving Hours: The Grit, Resilience, and Perseverance at the Heart of Endurance Sports, by Shannon Hogan. Velo Press, 2025. Laura is a trail runner, snowshoer and children’s librarian based in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Candace Gonzales: A trail runner's poetic moments

2 weeks ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

The following poems written by trail runner Candace Gonzales, were published in the spring 2025 issue of ATRA’s Trail Times newsletter. Wind in my HairWith the wind in my hair, I run through the tree line. A vertical gain so high I can almost touch the sky. The clouds are my friends running along with me. Together we smile at the sun. Enjoying the beauty of nature and the trail on this long run. With each step of the trail changing, I change with it. I am growing and learning about myself.
AdventureCORPS hosts Badwater Salton Sea April 26-27

3 weeks ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

The following release is published with permission from ATRA corporate member AdventureCORPS® and features the upcoming Salton Sea Ultra this weekend. Borrego Springs, CA: AdventureCORPS®, Inc. – organizers of the world-famous Badwater® 135 Ultramarathon from Death Valley to Mt. Whitney in July – hosts the Badwater® Salton Sea 81-Mile Ultramarathon annually in April.
BOA Technology CEO honored as 9NEWS leader of the year

3 weeks ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

The following release is published with permission from ATRA corporate member BOA Technology and shares the honor of its CEO as 9NEWS leader of the year: Shawn Neville Recognized for Connecting Business Success with Community Impact. Denver, CO (April 22, 2025) – 9NEWS and the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation announced Shawn Neville, CEO of BOA Technology, makers of the BOA® Fit System, as the 2025 9NEWS Leader of the Year.
No Tariffs, No Delays, Just Better Race Days: BibBoards

3 weeks ago | trailrunner.com | Nancy Hobbs

The following release is published with permission from ATRA corporate member and event standards partner, BibBoards. San Ramon, CA – March 24, 2025 – As race season heats up and international shipping issues continue to create delays and added costs for event organizers, BibBoards is standing strong as a locally-owned, California-based company that’s redefining the runner experience—tariff-free, hassle-free, and safety pin-free.