Welcome to our ambassadors !
We are
thrilled to welcome our ambassadors to the TrailRunAdvisor team !
As
passionate trail runners, your enthusiasm and experience are very helpful to
develop our trail running review platform. We are confident that we can build
together an incredible resource for trail runners everywhere. Your
contributions will enrich our platform and will inspire other runners in their
adventures.
We welcome
:
· David, Jordi and Borja in Spain
· Jeremy, Florent, Stephane and Fred in France
· Colin, Daniel, Phil, Gareth and Lee in UK
· David and Tiago in Portugal
· Allesandro in Italy
· Mariana and Carlos in Argentina
· Ricardo in US
· Anthony in Canada
Thank you for
joining us on this exciting journey !
Interview Alex Schubach – TrailRunAdvisor
Trail running in Japan and Asia is gaining increasing attention among runners looking for new challenges, unique landscapes, and different race experiences. From technical mountain trails to humid coastal races, the region offers a wide variety of events that stand out from traditional European races. But how do you choose the right race? What makes trail races in Japan so unique? And what should you expect when racing in Asia? To help answer these questions, we spoke with Alex Schubach, an endurance athlete and trail runner based in Tokyo, who competes across a wide range of races in Japan and Asia. Through his experience on events such as Hiroshima Trail, Mt Fuji Climb Run, Nikko Mountain Race and races beyond Japan, he has developed a
Trail Running Poles: From Doubt to Performance Tool
For years, trail running poles were seen as something reserved for ultra distances or the steepest mountain races. Today, that perception is changing. More and more runners are integrating poles into their training, not just race day — and discovering a clear performance advantage. But like any tool, their impact depends entirely on how you use them. With insights from Marie Nivet, French National Trail Running Team athlete, and Gareth Jones, ultra runner – both using Zenone poles – here’s why poles are gaining ground, and how to use them effectively. “I didn’t believe in poles… until I tried them” That shift in mindset is one many runners recognize. As Marie Nivet explains: “I didn’t believe in poles… until I tried them. Now I use
Top 5 new trail running destinations in Asia
Asia is evolving fast as a global trail running hotspot. Beyond the well-known races, a new wave of events is emerging across the continent, offering fresh terrain, unique cultural contexts, and less crowded experiences. Many of these races are part of the Asia Trail Master (ATM) circuit, ensuring a high standard of organization while preserving local identity. If you are looking to explore new destinations and move away from the more saturated race calendars, these events deserve your attention. Below are five new and exciting trail running destinations in Asia that are gaining momentum. 1. Lantau 70 – Hong Kong Location: Lantau Island, Hong KongWhy it stands out: Coastal mountains and technical ridgelines Lantau 70 is quickly establishing itself as a key race in Hong
Interview – Grand Trail des Cadourques
Le Grand Trail des Cadourques s’est rapidement imposée comme un événement incontournable du calendrier français de trail running dès sa première édition. Avec une note exceptionnelle de 4,7/5 basée sur les commentaires des coureurs, la course a déjà obtenu le label Course la mieux notée badge sur TrailRunAdvisor. Une organisation louée, des bénévoles remarquables, des postes de secours exceptionnels, un parcours spectaculaire dans la vallée du Lot : les commentaires sont unanimes. Derrière ce succès se trouve une équipe animée par la passion. Nous nous sommes entretenus avec Gilles Cluzet, président de la Extrapedestre 46 et le moteur de cette première édition remarquable, pour comprendre les clés de son succès et les ambitions pour l’avenir. Q1. Dans un calendrier de trail running déjà bien rempli,