10 to 100 Miles: What Does it Take?
Ready to go longer, venture further? 2019 DBR Ambassador gives us the scoop on how to succeed.
Ready to go longer, venture further? 2019 DBR Ambassador gives us the scoop on how to succeed.
Registered for your first trail race and looking at how to get started? Here are 2019 Ambassador Josephine Anselin's best tips for success.
Written by 2019 DBR Ambassador Lyle Mitchell Western North Carolina, USA, has been my home since 2011. During that time, I’ve been fortunate enough to [...]
Written by 2019 DBR Ambassador Brittney Tracey “How long are you going to be? Will we still have time to practice pitching?” are the words [...]
Written by 2019 DBR Ambassador Steve Clark In the words of George Costanza, ‘The sea was angry that day, my friends.’ Whenever I’ve heard people [...]
Ashly took on the Joshua Tree Traverse in Joshua Tree National Park on March 31st, 2019 as a solo, unsupported adventure run. This route follows [...]
Must-have items for the running closet, as stated by Dirtbag Runners Ambassador Mackenzie Johnston
Written by 2019 DBR Ambassador Eve Rebennack Mesquite Canyon is one of Phoenix-based Aravaipa Running’s lesser-known races, and the final race in their Desert Runner [...]
by Kenny Campbell, 2019 DBR Ambassador DNF: The three letters that no runner wants beside their name. So we're all on the same page, they [...]
Have you been wondering who your 2019 Ambassadors are? We asked them to share a lesser known tidbit, and found out everything from childhood nicknames [...]
Written by DBR Blog Editor Bobbi Sawchyn It was the last long run before my first ever half marathon. Besides hopping a flight out west, [...]
Written by Brock Cannon. DBR is a proud partner of Prevail Botanicals. In 2016, I started running mountains. I had just “retired” from elite mountain [...]
Happy 2019 Dirtbags! To kick off the new year, we took a look at some of our favorite pieces from the one that just passed. [...]
2018 was a year for the books. Your DBR founder Crista Tappan and the DBR Creative Director Michael Tappan began an exciting new chapter in [...]
Introduction and questions by DBR Ambassador Bobbi Sawchyn When I learned there was a fellow member of the Dirtbag Runners team right down the road [...]
“The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer [...]
Introduction and questions by DBR Ambassador Bobbi Sawchyn I was alone. I was 1,920 miles and an international border away from home. I had, in [...]
This article is part 1 of a two-part series. Written by DBR Ambassador Jenny Dalimata We’ve all been there. You finish with a run, a [...]
Written by DBR Ambassador Gary Davidson 'Runs' WHAT A HASHRUN IS NOT: A Hashrun is not a race. Although many Hashers run races, Hashing could [...]
Written by DBR Ambassador Yamina Pressler It doesn’t take more than a few minutes with me to notice that I’m an extrovert. I am energized [...]
Written by DBR Ambassador Leigh Scarber. Dirtbag runners are known for their tendency towards a minimalist lifestyle, getting their feet in the dirt outdoors, and [...]
We all know what we want to do: run. And run a lot. Here are some trick to make sure to keep our bodies up to the task.
Thinking about heading to New Zealand? We've got some trails for your feet to explore.
Ever wonder what goes through the mind during a 100-miler? Now you've got some insight.
Written by DBR Ambassador Stephanie Dar In recent years, the concept of “dirtbagging” has evolved to encompass a broad spectrum of individuals, ranging from those who [...]
Written by DBR Ambassador Caileigh Colo Ahhhh…. The age-old running debate: traditional vs. minimal shoes? Now before you get your running shorts all in a [...]
Written by DBR Ambassador Mike Coutu It was 93 degrees out and I was at mile 23 of a 32-mile training run on my ranch. [...]
by ambassador Josh Meyers-Dean So you’re thinking about trying a plant based diet? Maybe it’s for ethical or environmental reason, or you’re just trying [...]
When we are about to head out for our Sunday long run on some beautiful mountain trails, we normally double check we have the [...]
Calm isn’t the right word to describe that evening. Sure, it was quiet and dark; there wasn’t any wind; but the desert was anything but [...]
There are people who time every run with their eyes to their Garmin, stopping their watches when they hit a stoplight; people who will delay [...]
You're in for a wild ride.
Injuries can affect more than just the spot that hurts. Here's how to deal.
Written by Dirtbag Runners Core Team Member & Burning Man Ultramarathon Director Cherie Yanek You can have an idea, but it’s pretty much pointless if [...]
Dirtbag Tips and Tricks for being more Eco-Friendly and Sustainable
This past weekend we were thrilled to join our friend Luis Escobar at his newest race - the La Cuesta Ranch Trail Run in [...]
Name: François Bourdeau aka "Flint"DBR Ambassador: Montreal, Canada & France Facebook Twitter Blog Instagram 1. Favorite Trail: I’ve never seen anything more breathtakingly beautiful than [...]
Name: Josh WentzellDBR Ambassador: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Facebook Blog https://www.instagram.com/p/BPgsOD8DtEN/?taken-by=slimxwhitman 1. FavoriteTrail: Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail 2. Favorite Race: Patapsco Valley Trail Fest 26.2++ 3. Favorite [...]
Name: Jack RosenfeldDBR Ambassador: Seattle, Washington Facebook Twitter https://www.instagram.com/p/BUk3PAngNjc/?taken-by=jmrosenfeld 1. Favorite Trail: Lake Serene in Gold Bar, WA 2. Favorite Running Fuel: Tailwind 3. Favorite [...]
Name: Kendall PetersDBR Ambassador: Fillmore, California Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BJBotyqBJ91/?taken-by=kindlefuega 1. Favorite Trail: I can’t just narrow it down to one. Ray Miller is by far my [...]
Name: Antti KulmalaDBR Ambassador: Lahti, Finland Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BFKEdvqye3t/?taken-by=nuorikulmala&hl=en 1. Favorite Trail: I think its my local trails from Lahti to Hollola 2. Favorite Race: My [...]
Name: Henry Hayford-TaylorDBR Ambassador: Chamonix Mont-Blanc, France Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BD0R54sBkIJ/?taken-by=henryhayfordtaylor 1. Favorite Trail: Whatever trail I’m on or have just been on … I love them [...]
Name: Maili CostaDBR Ambassador: Marin County, California Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ-gfa8hF3D/?taken-by=mais_runs_trails 1. Favorite Race: Inside Trail Racing's Rodeo Valley 50k in the Marin Headlands. It's a race practically [...]
Name: Mike CoutuDBR Ambassador: Lipan, Texas Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BQJZz6HBZFN/?taken-by=_ijustfeltlikerunning_ 1. Favorite Trail: Spicewood Springs/Spicewood Canyon Trail, Colorado Bend State Park, TX 2. Favorite Race: Jemez Mountain [...]
Name: Gina CrosswhiteDBR Ambassador: Bellingham, Washington Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BPcyTPlAAXf/?taken-by=happytrigirl 1. Favorite Trail: Skyline Divide at Mount Baker in Washington State, about 45 minutes from where I [...]
As people are planning last minute trips to the store to pick up a Valentine's Day card, red roses or a box of chocolate, we [...]
Name: Kim BesslerDBR Ambassador: Core Team - Instagram & Social Media Influencer Location: Golden, Colorado Facebook Adventuresofthepint https://www.instagram.com/p/BOvabEIjyyr/?taken-by=halfpint22&hl=en 1. Favorite Trail: My favorite trail is not [...]
Name: Tyler ClemensDBR Ambassador: Co-founder & CFO - Littleton, Colorado Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BMy_6LzgB_B/?taken-by=allwedoisclemens 1. Favorite Trail: It’s more than one trail, but my favorite run to [...]
Name: Niki PasionDBR Ambassador: Core Team - Community Outreach Specialist & Copywriter Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BG0DKHrrUfu/?taken-by=pasionista 1. Favorite Trail: It’s a toss up between the Appalachian Trail [...]
Name: Kelly Shockley DBR Ambassador: Centennial, Colorado Twitter Facebook #runwiththedoc https://www.instagram.com/p/BNEfFW4Dcke/?taken-by=drkellyshockley 1. Favorite Trail: Impossible to pick just one! I’m happiest on trails in the front [...]
Name: Crista Scott DBR Ambassador: SoCal ☺ / Co-Founder Twitter Facebook Dirtbag Runners https://www.instagram.com/p/BMQIvp3lZUS/ 1. Favorite Trail: I can’t pick just one! The Inca Trail [...]
Name: Ben Syzek DBR Ambassador: Core Team - Website Development & Colorado Springs Ambassador Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BNumP9ejK2W/?taken-by=bsyzek 1. Favorite Trail: Rainbow Trail [...]
Name: Michelle Evans DBR Ambassador: Core Team - Social Media Influencer & Ventura County Ambassador Location: Ventura, California Blog: wordpress.com/runningwithmountaingoats Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BMIlKglBlR7/?taken-by=runningwithmountaingoats&hl=en 1. Favorite Trail: John Muir [...]
Name: Nicklaus Combs DBR Ambassador: Core Team - Twitter Manager Location: Boulder, Colorado Facebook Twitter https://www.instagram.com/p/BKqSN0VAe_B/?taken-by=nicklauscombs&hl=en 1. Favorite Trail: Wild Oak Trail - Virginia 2. Favorite Race: Massanutten Mountain [...]
We are excited to announce our 2017 Dirtbag Runners Ambassadors! These individuals exemplify the ideals behind the dirtbag lifestyle and will no doubt represent us well [...]
Name: Steven Novicki DBR Ambassador: Southeast Michigan Facebook Instagram 1. Favorite Trail: Potowatomi Trail, Pinckney, MI 2. Favorite Race: Run Woodstock and Hideaway Trail Run [...]
If you've ever felt the stress of trying to find a last minute gift, you know you don't want to procrastinate. Fortunately for you, we [...]
Quite awhile ago when I was in my early twenties and still running track and cross country for the University of Montana (Go Griz!), I used to [...]
Name: Bethany Murray DBR Ambassador: Denver, Colorado Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BMPtKeoAcVb/?taken-by=murrayonthefly 1. Favorite Trail: There is no way that this can be answered, as I live in [...]
Name: Jen Laughlin DBR Ambassador/Core Team Member: Phoenix, Arizona Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BH5VKvcANlg/?taken-by=jenlaughlin_18&hl=en 1. Favorite trail: Horse Creek Trail out of Mono Village in Bridgeport, CA 2. Favorite race: [...]
Name: Oddysey Gastelum DBR Ambassador: Southern California https://www.instagram.com/p/BICJWUbhOkr/?taken-by=oddbball 1. Favorite trail: I haven't ran many trails, but my favorite has to be part of the PCT by [...]
Name: Andy Reed DBR Ambassador: Canmore, Alberta, Canada Website: www.canmoremd.com Twitter https://www.instagram.com/p/BJWTGRrA-QB/?taken-by=canmoremd&hl=en 1. Favorite Trail: Too many to mention, but The Rockwall Traverse in the Kootenay's is [...]
Name: Kyle Konczal DBR Ambassador: Denver, Colorado Twitter https://www.instagram.com/p/BGQRbivyfYK/?taken-by=run_konz 1. Favorite Trail: Too many to choose from, can I just say the entire state of Colorado?! [...]
Name: Vanessa Runs DBR Ambassador: Nomad, Wanderer Website: vanessaruns.com Social Media: Facebook Twitter https://www.instagram.com/p/BGmbdvWpgbk/?taken-by=vanessaruns 1. Favorite Trail: My favorite trail is called The Yellow Brick Road in Whitehorse, [...]
As the racing and travel season is starting to slow down, so will our update posts. We'll obviously still have lots of great stories, race [...]
Name: Natosha Hoover DBR Ambassador: San Luis Obispo, California Facebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BE0I0RLFTEN/?taken-by=life_with_the_wolf 1. Favorite Trail: This is a tough question. There are so many amazing trails out there. I [...]
Over the last few weeks, we've shared some stories about the difficulties of finishing 100 milers. I'm sure you've probably heard some fast sheep guy say that "100 [...]
Name: Miguel Moreno DBR Ambassador: Phoenix, Arizona Facebook Instagram 1. Favorite Trail: Like my first love you never forget, Papago Mountains 2. Favorite Race: McDowell Frenzy 50k. [...]
When it comes to sponsorships/ambassadorships/partnerships in trail and ultrarunning, there are a lot of companies offering up products. The well-known, big company deals only go to those [...]
Name: Cassie Brown DBR Ambassador: Arkansas/Fayetteville, AR Facebook A photo posted by Cassie Rittershouse Brown (@traillovinmotherrunner) on Sep 7, 2016 at 1:39pm PDT 1. Favorite [...]
It's not all that often you see Trail/Ultrarunning websites, blogs or magazines talk about DNF's...usually the focus is on the winners or the people that [...]
Name: Kara Clark DBR Ambassador: Seattle (previously with the DBR Los Angeles team) Twitter: @karasaurusrex https://www.instagram.com/p/BDMKt4QNQOm/?taken-by=karabear42&hl=en 1. Favorite Trail: Lake Serene Gold Bar, WA or Ray [...]
For nearly 80 years, the Ben Nevis Race in the Scottish Highlands has taken runners up & down the highest point in the British Isles. Our very [...]
In an effort to shed a bigger spotlight on our badass group of Dirtbag Ambassadors, we're separating our weekly update & Get to Know posts. [...]
I'm not sure about everyone else, but I've never really been able to find a pair of sunglasses to run in that met my expectations. [...]
Not gonna lie, it was kind of an awesome week for Dirtbags! Let's start out in Colorado where several Ambassadors and team members took on [...]
We're starting off this week's update with a race report out of Finland with our Ambassador Antti Kulmala. Along with 3 other Dirtbags (Antti Lepo, [...]
It was a pretty BIG week for Dirtbags around the world including races at the Tromso SkyRace, a trail classic in New Mexico and a [...]
Most of us Dirtbags have trails or races that are on our bucket lists; those that are a "must do" before we die or before [...]
Each year there is such an exciting vibe around this time of year because of two of the biggest 100 mile trail races: Western States [...]
A bit of a slow week for our Dirtbag Ambassadors and Teams. However, there was some podium worthy news coming out of the Speedgoat 50k [...]
We'll start off this week's update checking in with the Dirtbags down in Arkansas where it looks like the crew got together several times throughout [...]
The Las Vegas group of Dirtbags recently traveled over to Bryce Canyon to take on the full Under the Rim Trail: 27 miles with 6,500' [...]
As promised at the end of last week's post, we'll take a look at a few individuals that are committed to being Dirtbags like few [...]
The Arkansas DBR group spent Global Running Day at one of their favorite trails, Mt. Sequoyah, near Fayetteville. To round out the weekend, several members [...]
Many of us Dirtbags share our lives, our travels and our trails with a fuzzy friend. Dogs can be great running companions, especially when human friends can't keep [...]
As the Dirtbag Runners community continues to grow, we thought it would be fun to shine a spotlight on our Ambassadors and local team members. [...]