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Running

Salomon S-Lab Wings 8 Review

Salomon Wings 8
Travel

New Zealand Photography 2017 - IN PICTURES

South Island Lupins
Inov8

Inov-8 Roclite 290 Review - Trail Running Shoes

Inov-8 Roclite 290
Mind Fuel

Trail Running and Mindfulness

Trail running Abel Tasman National Park beach
Travel

Running the Abel Tasman Coastal Track, New Zealand

Running the Abel Tasman Coastal Track, New Zealand
Running Gear Reviews

Gore Running Wear Fusion: Apparel Range For Trail Running

Gore Running Wear Fusion
Running Gear Reviews

Still Not Bionic by Ira Rainey: A Great Read on Ultrarunning

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News & Stories

Join the Trail & Kale Strava Running Club

Trail and Kale Strava Running Club
Running

Salomon S-Lab XA Alpine trail running shoes

Salomon S-Lab XA Alpine trail running shoes
Food & Drink

What It Means To Be a Plant-Based Runner

benefits of a plant based diet for athletes
Race Reports

Matterhorn Ultraks 30k: an Alpine trail race around Zermatt

Matterhorn Ultraks
Race Reports

Matterhorn Ultraks 46K - Skyrunning in the Swiss Alps

Matterhorn Ultraks 46k

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Food & Drink

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Food & Drink

How to Keep Bananas Fresh for Longer (And Why They Spoil So Fast)

How to Keep Bananas Fresh for Longer (And Why They Spoil So Fast)
News & Stories

IM8 just upgraded its flagship daily supplement, and existing subscribers get it for free

im8 daily ultimate essentials pro launch
Food & Drink

Timeline launches Mitopure Gummies, and it says something about where longevity supplements are heading

Timeline launches Mitopure Gummies

Reviews

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Reviews

Nocs Provisions Pro Issue 8x42 review

Nocs Provisions Pro Issue 8x42 review
Reviews

Kane Footwear Review: Recovery Shoes For Athletes OR Anyone Needing The Benefits

Kane Footwear Review
Reviews

Nike ACG Pegasus Trail review: a trail running shoe for people who do it all

Nike ACG Pegasus Trail review

Roundups

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Roundups

Best Trail Running Shoes for Hiking, Tested Across Every Terrain

Best Trail Running Shoes for Hiking
Roundups

The Best Hydration Packs For Running in 2026

The best hydration packs for running
Roundups

Best Trail Running Shoes Right Now (2026 Guide)

Best Trail Running Shoe, right now

Gift Guides

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News & Stories

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Outdoorsy Couples (His & Hers)

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Outdoorsy Couples (His & Hers)
News & Stories

18 Best Gifts For Outdoorsy People In 2026

18 Best Gifts For Outdoorsy People In 2026
News & Stories

20 Best Gifts for Runners 2026 – Tested Trail & Road Gear That Actually Gets Used

The Best Gifts For Runners 2025 updated

Our Writers

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Alastair Dixon

Alastair Dixon

895 articles

Hey, I'm Alastair, founder of Trail & Kale. I’m passionate about writing quality, honest gear reviews, and exploring the latest health & wellness trends. Visit our about page to learn more about me and our team of experts.
Helen

Helen

290 articles

I’m Helen, co-founder of Trail & Kale. I’m here for the practical side of getting outside: thoughtful gear picks, simple wellness habits, and stories that make everyday adventure feel more accessible.
Kepler

Kepler

16 articles

Hi, I'm Kepler, the official adventure dog of Trail & Kale! I'm a frisky border collie pup with a love of life, frisbees, and dirt. I write about dog gear and the essence of being an adventure dog :)
Sebastian

Sebastian

6 articles

As a 2.5-year-old adventurer new expert to walking, I bring a toddler’s perspective to gear reviews. I’m here to help fellow tiny explorers and their parents find the best shoes and outdoor gear for big adventures.