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By Ultimate Direction ambassador, Nadia Ruiz. Nadia is a personal coach, the the youngest Latina to finish 100 trail marathons, and has completed over 500 races around the globe. Let’s face it – doing anything for the first time is a daunting task, especially taking on your first trail marathon. "How do I prepare, how do I ensure success, how do I overcome setbacks?" Mentors…

By Ultimate Direction athlete, Suzanne (Sunny) Stroeer On October 23rd, 2020, Suzanne Stroeer, Christin Healy and Lexi Miller set the Women's unsupported FKT on the Grand Canyon R2R2R-Alt in 22h 27m 20s. This is Suzanne's story. Suzanne Stroeer on the GC R2R2R-Alt. Photographer: Christin Healy I like goals that keep me on the edge of my chair: goals where I’m not sure if I’ll be able to…

When people ask me how I can push on during my extremely long Fastest Known Time attempts (Pacific Crest Trail 2016, Appalachian Trail 2018), my reply is always: nature. The eternal joy of spending time running on a singletrack, for hours on end, with curiosity to see what’s around the next bend. Seeing sunrises, sunsets, encounters with wildlife. I realized, by running those long FKT’s,…

What would you do with your life if no one was there to judge your decisions? If there was no concept of what’s the right way to live?   My name is Rea, and I’m a professional athlete living in Denver, Colorado. Most of the time, though, you can find me in my van exploring the mountains. I love my life; nights when I can’t fall asleep…

By UD ambassador, Kyle Robidoux The past few months have impacted everyone’s daily lives. Whether it is work, school, child care, or staying active, we all have had to adjust and adapt. Although issues like employment, housing, and one’s health is incredibly important, being active has tremendous impact on our physical and mental well-being. Arguable now more than ever.   Like everyone, I have had to adjust…

Sometimes the most amazing trails aren’t trails at all. I should know: my proudest speed records and FKTs (Fastest Known Times) are on routes that barely deserve the title ‘trail’. They are remote, they are rugged, they are difficult, and many of them are barely runnable. For some reason, I seem to thrive in extreme environments. The higher, the steeper, the slower the terrain –…

Going to the dogs! Why not outfit your dog with a pack that carries well and matches your Ultimate Direction running vest. Make them carry their own snacks and a few of yours. We always thought a vest for your fury trail buddy would be fun but we had no idea ya'll would love it so much. The initial response on social media has been wild, I mean…

The Signature Series has always represented the pinnacle of performance, and the 5th generation is evolved to do more. It's more durable, more comfortable, and more adjustable than ever before. There are 4 styles, each in a men's and women's specific fit. You can choose the best vest for your body type, running style and feature preference. PHOTO CREDITS: MATT THURK [gallery columns="4" size="medium" ids="4371,4372,4373,4374"]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  April 1, 2018 Ultimate Direction announces sponsorship of the Barkley Marathons Boulder, CO:  Ultimate Direction, a market-leading manufacturer of gear for runners, hikers, and skiers, is proud to announce a new partnership with the Barkley Marathons. This legendary race, held sometime in the spring at Frozen Head State Park, Tennessee, has grown in stature, with entries coming in from all over the…

Do you share your passion for adventure with your children? Longtime Ultimate Direction Ambassador Thomas Reiss is recently back from summiting Mount Kilimanjaro with his 12-year-old son, Luke. In this interview we ask both father and son how to prepare for and execute a big adventure together. What does training consist of? What are some tips for getting along together through adversity? Read it all…