Not every trail shoe is perfect for every off-road outing. See the nine new shoes we found to be the best to take you from pavement to the path in comfort.

Shoes & Gear

Snowshoes

Today's small and ergonomically designed running-specific models allow you to take a natural stride and run wherever there's snow.

Review: Ice Cleats

Three pairs of ice cleats that will help you come to grips with wintry runs.

Bring On the Night

The end of Daylight Savings Time might mean shorter days, but the right light can make running at night fun.

Water To Go

We review the best pack, belt and hand-held hydration systems for off-road running.

Video

Perfect Your Hill Running Technique

Ultramarathon champion Scott Jurek gives expert tips for taking on inclines.

Hit The Dirt

Don't let the dirt hit you. Go off-road the right way in these new trail shoes.

Ask Scott: Roads To Trails

Scott Jurek tells you how to avoid the 3 common errors road runners make on trails.

Urban Ultra Part 1

Our editor Jen Van Allen agrees to run in 90-degree heat for 24 straight hours. Why? We don't know either.

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Features

On the Mend

Ultrarunner Erik Skaggs is back on the trail after a terrifying postrace affliction.

Building Balance, Strength and Agility

Any trail runner can increase endurance by simply spending more time out there, but how do you improve your finesse?

H.U.R.T. 100 Photos

More than 100 runners headed to Oahu, Hawaii, for the H.U.R.T. 100. See photos from the event.

Home Runs

Some of the best trail running lies right outside your door.

Ted's Great Adventures

The book "Born To Run" follows the shoeless plight of the Tarahumara Indians—and also of Barefoot Ted McDonald.

Cross-Training

Can riding a bike and swimming help your trail running? The cross-training formula works for Cynthia Anderson.

Trail of the Month

Each month we highlight a trail from around the United States.

Trail Running Safety

What you should know before hitting the trails.

Trail Racing 101

Everything you need to know to indulge in the scenery of trail racing.

Train Your Ankles

Perform these exercises to give your body a built-in defense against sprains and strains.

Trail Tips from Buzz

Whether running downhill or weathering a storm, Buzz Burrell has tips to get the most from your off-road running.

Get even more news, interviews and advice on trail running here.

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