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The HOKA Rocket X 3 road running shoes feature a carbon plate, superior comfort and a low-profile cushion bed that keeps your foot closer to the ground, and utilizes a firmer material designed to provide a solid push-off.

The 2025 Western States boasts a highly competitive men's field and strong women runners battling for the top spots. Here's a look at the top competitors, story lines to watch and more in a Q&A with race expert Andy Jones-Wilkins.

Rod Farvard is on a Western States quest this year as he returns to Western States, following his breakout performance in 2024 when he finished second overall with the third-fastest time ever at the historic race.

Heather Jackson, a HOKA-sponsored athlete, made a successful transition from elite triathlon to ultra running champion.

The trail and ultra running community is welcoming, passes knowledge down from experienced to new runners and is incredibly supportive.

The Canyons-UTMB 50K is part of the race weekend that also offers 100-miler, 100K and 25K options. The 50K course has roughly 5,000 feet of elevation gain on a mix of smooth California dreamin’ single track, along with some rocky sections and several miles on roads between the start-finish area and the trails.

The Hoka Mafate X trail running shoe has a forked carbon fiber plate, higher bed of cushioning, and a very responsive feel.

Elite ultra runners Rod Farvard and Lotti Brinks preview the Canyons-UTMB race, new Hoka Mafate X trail shoes, impact of carbs on performance and more.