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Ultra-trail running: why women excel yet remain under-represented

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The Conversation · Oct 18

From small-town New Zealand to Mont Blanc: how ultrarunner Ruth Croft made history

Croft’s recent win the 174km Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc made her the first woman to take out the triple series crown in the prestigious event

The Guardian - AU · Sep 19, 2025

“The mountains don't discriminate”: Black Trail Runners sees runaway success with record participation in challenging UTMB finals

Eight runners from the organization competed in events across the finals

Advnture · Sep 4, 2025

"See you in a month, Chamonix!": Courtney Dauwalter confirms UTMB finals 2025 bid – can she get her throne back?

After her disappointing Cocodona 250 attempt, Dauwalter has brushed off her Shortneys and is getting back on the trail

Advnture · Jul 23, 2025

This weekend’s Hardrock 100 will feature dramatic debuts, incredible comebacks and remarkable redemption stories – read the full lowdown and find out how to watch all the action as it unfolds

With Schide set to make her debut, Case looking to make her… case and people’s champion Zach Miller back after last year’s disappointment, the Hardrock 2025 is going to be one for the ages

Advnture · Jul 11, 2025

What is the Western States Endurance Run – and why is it such a big deal in ultra running?

It's the original 100-miler, but that's not the only thing that makes this iconic trail race special

Advnture · Jun 25, 2025

"Biggest trail fight of my life" – new course records from Emily Hawgood, Francesco Puppi at Canyons by UTMB 100k as final golden tickets handed out for Western States

The unusually cold California race was the last chance for elite ultra runners to secure a spot in the Western States 2025

Advnture · Apr 28, 2025

Who is Katie Schide? The 'Trail Runner of the Year' who can't help breaking records

Watch out Courtney! Here's everything you need to know about Katie Schide, the American ultra runner who won the UTMB in 2024

Advnture · Mar 10, 2025

Katie Schide wins Trail Runner of the Year, says she's "just trying to keep up" with Courtney Dauwalter

The American trail runner set a new record at this year's UTMB

Advnture · Jan 13, 2025

More women than ever are taking part in trail running events, according to new UTMB figures

Female participation jumped from a quarter to nearly one third on the UTMB circuit in 2024

Advnture · Jan 3, 2025