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Runners heading to races or weekend getaways seek travel bags that offer convenience, storage space, adaptability, style and more.

The top ultra running stories of 2025 will include top performances likely by Jim Walmsley, Courtney Dauwalter, Katie Schide and others.

The most inspirational men ultra runners include those who broke a historic course record at Leadville, an unknown winning UTMB and others.

The most inspirational women ultra runners include the first Barkley Marathons finisher, the overall AT FKT holder, the Western-UTMB winner.

The top 10 trail and ultra running stories on RunSpirited include coaching tips, lighting for runners and an elite athlete's historic race.

The Western States and Hardrock lotteries created stacked men's and women's fields, as well as lots of interesting story lines to follow.

Ultras take your body and mind to the next level beyond traditional marathons. Here are some basics to prepare you for your first ultra.

Andy Croom Mathews is the race director for A1 Ultra Events, which puts on nine trail and ultras, including the Long Haul 100.

In December, RunSpirited announces its annual list of the most inspirational ultra runners of the year. Submit your nominations now.

Chris McWatters, race director for Tejas Trails, is expanding the offerings but making sure their events offer something for every runner.