How Running Shoes and Coffee Help a Woman-Owned Business Build a Sense of Community
Entrepreneur Brittany Katz is changing the norms of the running retail business.
Author
Brian Metzler
Brian Metzler was the founding editor of Trail Runner. He’s also the author of several books, including “Trail Running Illustrated: The Art of Running Free” (2021) and “Kicksology: The Hype, Science, Culture and Cool of Running Shoes” (2019).
My Stories
The Evolution of Trail Running Shoes
From humble beginnings to advanced fabrics and plates, what a strange trip it’s been.
David Hedges Sets New Nolan’s 14 Fastest Known Time
The Chicago-born trail runner drops the fastest time on the Nolan’s 14, one of Colorado’s most daunting routes
When Will Eliud Kipchoge Slow Down?
As Eliud Kipchoge announces he'll run the 2023 Berlin Marathon, what we can learn from the world’s greatest distance runner of all-time while he’s still in his prime
First Run: Adidas Adizero Boston 12
A classic performance training shoe gets rejuvenated, and we find it delivers a versatile, smooth, quick-rolling ride
8 Great New Running Shoes for Summer
Here’s what we liked about these newly released running shoes from our initial wear-testing
8 Essential Tips for Trail-Running Travel
Here are the most important things to know before catching a flight for your next trail-running adventure
Kilian Jornet Survives an Avalanche Below Mount Everest
The legendary trail runner and mountaineer was trying to climb the world’s highest mountain from the West Ridge
After Enduring a Tragedy, Maggie Montoya is Blossoming as a Marathon Runner
The Bolder Boulder 10K pro race will feature two teams of top American women and Montoya will be among them representing Team USA.
Who Wore Which Shoes at the 2023 Boston Marathon?
Our editors tallied shoes worn by the top 25 men and women pros at the 2023 Boston Marathon. Here's what we found.