When it comes to fulfilling potential, clearing barriers to progress has been the first measure for Craig “Crowie” Alexander, a three-time Ironman champion from Cronulla, a suburb south of Sydney. … Read more

The idea of entering protected areas with a slice of speed and vigour is nothing new. Recent trail running exploits along the Appalachian Trail have become infamous, while new national parks generate interest by … Read more

Only a downpour in Bavaria can last 1500m, 40km and 10km. For those gathered at the lakeside for the Sixtus Schliersee Alpentriathlon at 11am on Sunday 19th June 2016, there … Read more

Launched earlier this year through a short tour through Norway, IGO Adventures are on a mission to test human mental and physical ability through exceptional adventure races. Challenge, Wilderness, Diversity, Camaraderie and Philanthropy are the … Read more

The Zugspitz Ultratrail is one heck of an assault, with five start points at the foot Germany’s highest mountain, the hallowed Zugspitz. Standing at a peak elevation of 2962m on … Read more

Though running races are hard to come by in Zimbabwe, a handful continue to draw international appeal. The Victoria Falls Marathon is one such race, wrapped around the country’s most … Read more

The regal grounds of the Windsor Great Park are a fitting place for a autumn run. Speckled with mature oaks and clumps of ferns, this patch of greenery shows off the … Read more

Held for the 30th time on July 25th 2015, the Swiss Alpine Marathon is one of Switzerland’s most prestigious mountain trail races. What’s perhaps most impressive about event is its sheer … Read more

Carving a sharp line between the Swiss cantons of Berne and Valais, the Aletsch Glacier is the largest ice fall in the European Alps, formed in the drainage basin of several mighty … Read more

Arching high up over France’s south-eastern frontier, the Alps are well known for their challenging terrain. The Tour de France’s annual visits to this massive range have earned it a golden status among road … Read more

It’s hard not to pay attention to Aspen Snowmass, Colorado’s prime alpine hub for skiing, culture, cuisine and summer endurance sports. They’re Audi Power of Four is also standout – a multi-discipline race … Read more

Head 100 miles east of St. Petersburg and you stumble across Onega Lake in the Karelia region of north-east Russia. Suitably wild and rugged, this corner of the country hosts the … Read more

It’s Sunday 11am and the congregation is 1200 strong and heaves as one, deep in the British countryside. For those huddled at the start line of the Goring 10K in … Read more

Located 75km west of Nice, the Verdon Canyon (Gorge du Verdon) is prized for its remarkable geography and turquoise waters. As well as being a hotspot for hikers and rock climbers, … Read more

For all of you who are not familiar with cyclocross racing, consider yourself one of the sane amongst us. There is really no reason why this sport should exist, but … Read more

Today I am sitting here next to a dusty bike and a pile of dirty laundry piled high with white crusted cycling gear.  It’s legitimately gross to think that I … Read more

A new and exciting cycling festival, not too far from the muddy fields of Balado, has sprung up around Perth on the East of Scotland. The kickoff event for the Highland Perthshire cycling festival, before a week of packed activities, was the Highland Perthshire Enduro.

Beating Kelowna, B.C. and Huntsville, Ontario in the bid for the event, Whistler takes Ironman Canada from Penticton, B.C. after 30 years on the global Ironman calendar.

This report is posted on behalf of Lawrence Friell who with his partner Charlie Sproson won the Score Class at the Highlander Mountain Marathon 2012. It provides not only an insight into what it is like to run a mountain marathon at a competitive level, but Lawrence also tells us why he loves this classic event and he appeals to other outdoor enthusiasts to save it from disappearing off the Scottish race calendar:

Set in the high Pyrenean mountains of South West France, the Grand Raid des Pyrénées is one of the most beautiful trail runs in Europe. Since 2008, the event has … Read more