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.
Trail Tested: Nike ACG Ultrafly
The Nike ACG Ultrafly is a cushy, responsive, and stable shoe design for long-distance running and ultra-distance racing on a variety of surfaces.
Brian Metzler
April 24, 2026
Trail Tested: Salomon Aero Glide 4 GRVL
The Salomon Aero Glide 4 GRVL is a soft, smooth-riding and versatile daily trainer.
Brian Metzler
April 19, 2026
How a 12-year-old North Carolina girl covered 104 miles and earned a finisher’s buckle
For Harley Malek, spending the better part of two days walking around a farm with her mom, camping out with her sister, and eating pizza and quesadillas made by her dad was a great way to spend a weekend with her family. On April 2-4, the 12-year-old North Carolina girl participated in The Country Mile…
Brian Metzler
April 14, 2026
Trail Tested: Kiprun KipSummit Race
The Kiprun KipSummit Race offers a good blend of semi-firm cushioning, energetic propulsion, reliable traction, and lateral stability.
Brian Metzler
April 10, 2026
Chosen from the Unchosen: Heather Huggins Is Living the Dream and Getting Ready for her First Western States 100
Heather Huggins has been to get a chance to run the Western States 100 for what seems like a lifetime. But her lifelong connection to the outdoors and the trail running community have made the wait worth every moment.
Brian Metzler
April 7, 2026
Dirty Dozen: 12 of the Best Trail Shoes for Running in the Mud
Springtime running often means running on muddy trails. That’s OK if you’re wearing the right pair of shoes, specifically a pair of toothy trail runners with an outsole that boasts sizable lugs.
Brian Metzler
April 6, 2026
Rich Roll to Headline TrailCon 2026 as Keynote Speaker
A former collegiate swimmer and entertainment attorney, Rich Roll overcame addiction and reinvented himself as an elite ultra-distance triathlete in his 40s and became a transformative example of courageous and healthy living.
Brian Metzler
March 25, 2026
Five Key Takeaways From The Big Alta Trail Races
The Big Alta trail races offer a mix of local vibe and world-class trails with three different race distance from 28K to 100K.
Brian Metzler
March 24, 2026
12 Great Trail Running Shoes To Consider Adding To Your Quiver This Summer
Here are 12 great trail running shoes to consider adding to your quiver this summer as you rev up your training for upcoming races.
Brian Metzler
March 16, 2026
The Inaugural Sonoma Fall Classic: The Ultimate Trail Running 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
March 10, 2026