Brian Metzler
Director of Media at UltraSignup
Brian Metzler was the founding editor of Trail Runner magazine, has written for Runner's World, Outside, and Sports Illustrated, and is the author “Kicksology: The Hype, Science, Culture and Cool of Running Shoes” (2019) and “Trail Running Illustrated” (2021). He has raced just about every distance from 100 meters to 100 miles, but he’s most eager to share stories about his experiences burro racing in Colorado and riding trains to trail runs in Chamonix.
20 Great Trail Marathon Races to Run This Fall
Test your mettle in a trail marathon this fall and leave the roads behind.
Brian Metzler
September 4, 2026
The Second Morning of UTMB is When Golden Hour Becomes a Golden Day
A Golden Day: Hundreds of age-group finishers from all over the world crossed the finish line in Chamonix on Sunday, each with their own story of how they got there.
Brian Metzler
September 1, 2026
Everything You Need to Know About UTMB 2026
A brief overview of UTMB 2026 and what's happening this week in Chamonix, France.
Brian Metzler
August 24, 2026
Oh Canada! 7 Epic Canadian Trail Running Races
Looking for a destination trail race to test your mettle? These Canadian races will push you to your limits.
Brian Metzler
August 20, 2026
Trail Tested: The North Face Offtrail Ultra
The North Face Offtrail Ultra is built for tackling technical trails but also offers surprising versatility.
Brian Metzler
August 19, 2026
Trail Tested: Mount to Coast M1
The new Mount to Coast M1 serves up a solid blend of traction, shock-absorption, durability, protection and energy return on rugged mountain trails.
Brian Metzler
August 9, 2026
Trail Tested: Salomon S/Lab Genesis 2
Salomon's S/Lab Genesis 2 is a versatile, moderately cushioned shoe that excels on smooth dirt and technical trail terrain.
Brian Metzler
August 3, 2026
Sonoma Fall Classic: The Ultimate Trail Festival
Here are 10 reasons why the new Sonoma Fall Classic trail running festival in Healdsburg, California, should be on your race calendar.
Brian Metzler
July 28, 2026
10 Tips to Beat the Heat: A Guide to Summer Survival
I woke up before the sun rose again today and got my 8-mile run in early, both because I had a busy day planned and also because I knew it was going to be blistering hot. Again. This summer has been a scorcher throughout North America. When the thermometer starts pushing above 80 degrees at…
Brian Metzler
July 27, 2026
The Best Trail Race You Haven’t Yet Considered Is in Hong Kong, Not the Alps
Traveling to Hong Kong and running on the trails through its legendary country parks was a long-term quest for this American trail runner.
Brian Metzler
July 15, 2026