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What to pack for a Mountain Marathon: Matterhorn Ultraks

What to pack for a Mountain Marathon: Matterhorn Ultraks
Race Reports

Buff Epic Trail - A Skyrunning Adventure through the Spanish Pyrenees

Best shoes to wear trail running
Mind Fuel

How To Carry Water When Running: Using Soft Flasks (Water Bottles) and Hydration Bladders

Running Race to the Stones 2016
Mind Fuel

What You Can Learn From Running Injuries

Home gym fitness equipment with weights and mats
Race Reports

Running the Ridgeway: Race to the Stones ultramarathon 2016

Running Race to the Stones 2016
Race Reports

Salomon Trail Marathon Wales 2016

Trail marathon wales
Mind Fuel

How to balance working full time and finding time to run

View from Chamonix Vertical Kilometre Trail Running
Mind Fuel

Blisters on the ball of my foot: caused by gait, not shoes

Blisters on the ball of my foot caused by gait, not shoes
Running

Review - Salomon Sense 3 SG

Salomon S-Lab Sense SG
Travel

#SalewaGetVertical in Pictures ~ a weekend ski-touring with Salewa

Ski touring Grindelwald
Reviews

Review - Oakley Split Jacket sunglasses for trail running

Chamonix vertical kilometre
Race Reports

Keswick Mountain Festival Ultra: 50k around the Lake District

Keswick Mountain Festival Ultra

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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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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

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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.