Trail and ultrarunning continues to transcend the mainstream news this week as accomplished trail ultrarunner Tyler Andrews just set a new speed record on Mt. Everest, Death Cab for Cutie singer Ben Gibbard talks about how he gets through long runs, and apparel brand Patagonia finds itself in a social media dust-up with drag queen and environmentalist/ influencer Pattie Gonia. If that’s not enough buzz, we can help you catch up on the weekend’s race results from great events across the U.S., including the Pilot Hill 25K in Wyoming, Smith Rock Classic in Oregon, and the Mohican Trail 100 in Ohio.
Read more in this week’s Trail and Ultra News Recap for June 1 below, cutting through the noise to the trail running headlines you don’t want to miss from media outlets across the sport. And be sure to browse for your next trail or ultra race on UltraSignup.
American Ultrarunner Tyler Andrews Sets Oxygen-Assisted Speed Record on Mount Everest
The fifth time proved to be the charm for American mountaineer and trail runner Tyler Andrews—and he made it count on the grandest stage in mountaineering. In addition to being an accomplished mountaineer, the 36-year-old Andrews is also a 2016 U.S. Olympic Trials Marathon qualifier with a 2:16:07 personal best and an accomplished ultrarunner who won the 100K race at the 2021 Javelina Jundred.
On May 27-28, Andrews reached the 29,032-foot summit of Mount Everest from Base Camp in a reported 9 hours and 55 minutes using supplemental oxygen, setting a new fastest known time (FKT) for an oxygen-assisted ascent of the world’s highest peak. The achievement was more than a decade in the making for Andrews, who had made four previous attempts before finally breaking through on his fifth. (Watch the moment he reached the summit on Instagram.)
Andrews departed Everest Base Camp at 7:11 p.m. local time on May 27. His team reported he reached the summit at 5:06 a.m. on May 28. The time is still awaiting formal verification, but if confirmed, Andrews will stand as the fastest oxygen-assisted climber ever to reach the top of Everest—a mountain that has long defined the outer limits of human ambition, and one that Andrews refused to walk away from until he had conquered it on his own terms.
The previous record he erased had stood for 23 years. Lakpa Gelu Sherpa set the previous mark of 10 hours and 56 minutes in 2003—a time that had seemed untouchable for over two decades. Andrews didn’t just edge it out; he demolished it by 61 minutes, one of the most significant margins in the history of high-altitude speed climbing.
Read More: iRunFar and Runner’s World
Carne, Hawkins win Smith Rock Classic 50-milers
In the 50-mile race of the Smith Rock Classic in Terrebonne, Oregon, Alec Carne shattered the men’s course record by 35 minutes on his way to winning the 7:07:36, well ahead of runner-up Andrew Herman (7:44:37) and third-place finisher Taylor Spike (7:53:36). In the women’s race, Rachel Hawkins claimed the women’s title in a new course-best time of 7:55:11, beating the old course mark by 16 minutes.
In the 50K races, Cully Brown won with a 6-minute margin while setting a new course record of 3:52:58, while Ellie Clawson won the women’s race and placed fifth overall in a new course record of 4:27:47. In the 10-mile race, Brad Hodkinson (1:12:47) and Lauren Daniels (1:22:39) set new course records and finished first and second overall, respectively.
Results: UltraSignup
Klomp, Romeiser Rodgers Pilot Hill 25K
In the Pilot Hill 25K, the oldest continuously run footrace in Wyoming, Mitch Klomp won with a 10-minute margin and set a new course record of 1:40:19, while 19-year-old Alistair Clark was second in 1:50:32. Lillie Romeiser Rodgers ran to a new course record in the women’s race, finishing fifth overall in 2:00:45.
In the 10K, Trig Buckingham ran away with the overall win in 47:11. Reagan Gilman finished second overall, taking the women’s race in 51:12.
Results: UltraSignup
Stars Shine in Rain-Soaked Twisted Fork Trail Festival
Rain-soaked trails and mud-caked legs made for some memorable finish-line photos at the Twisted Fork Trail Festival in Park City, Utah. In the 68K race, Liam Fleming claimed the win over Gavin Prior and John Raneri, covering the 42-mile course in 5:25. Prior followed in 5:31, with Raneri close behind in 5:38. The women’s race was especially close, with Rachel Drake, the 2024 JFK 50 champion, edging Kristin Johnson by just 32 seconds as both finished in 6:39, while Becca Bramley secured third in 6:57.
The 30K race saw Hans Troyer, a 2026 Western States top contender, take top honors ahead of 2025 Western States champion Caleb Olson, finishing in 2:02 with Olson just 63 seconds back in 2:03. Sean O’Connor completed the men’s podium less than a minute later in 2:04. Olson improved on last year’s third-place finish, when he also ran 2:04. Elizabeth O’Connor won the women’s race in 2:21, while Sarah Humble and Kodi Kleven rounded out the podium in matching 2:24 performances, with Humble holding an eight-second advantage.
Competition was tight in the 15K as well. Multi-time USATF trail champion Christian Allen repeated as champion, running 57:15 to finish ahead of Hawk Call (1:01:18) and Seth Sonerholm (1:05:55). In the women’s race, Alexa Aragon earned the win in 1:09:11, followed by Oakley Olson in 1:12:26 and Sarah Hutchings in 1:12:54.
Read More: iRunFar
Weghorst, Ray Notch Record-Setting Wins at Full Mo 50K
At the Full Mo 50K in Sheridan, Indiana, Mark Weghorst broke his year-old course record with his second consecutive win, crossing the finish line in 3:08:38. He finished 5 minutes ahead of 18-year-old Henry Winkelman (3:18:13) and three-time winner and previous course record holder Cory Kirkham (3:21:43). Allison Ray was the women’s winner and fourth overall in 3:33:41, taking down Shea Aquilano’s 2022 course record by 7 minutes.
Results: UltraSignup
Johnson Runs Second Fastest Mohican 100, Cline Repeats
In the 37th edition of the Mohican Trail 100 at Mohican State Park, in Loudonville, Ohio, Alex Cline took home the win for the second year in a row in 18:04:14. Last year’s runner-up, Levi Yoder, was second again (18:24:36), while Matthew Novak was third in 18:33:29.
In the women’s race, Brenda Johnson ran the second-fastest female Mohican 100 course time ever to win the women’s race in dominant fashion, placing fourth overall in 19:04:51. Lily Medina, the 2025 women’s winner, took second in 24:37:21, while Ashlyn Culbertson (25:07:43) came in third.
In the Mohican Trail 50-mile races, Mark Butler (7:01:24) outran Patrick Sullivan (7:02:01) in the men’s race, while Kristen Sosinski (9:05:43) won by a large margin in the women’s race.
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The Battle Between Patagonia and Pattie Gonia Heats Up
Outdoor apparel and gear maker Patagonia is suing drag queen and environmental activist/influencer Pattie Gonia for $1, stating that it must defend its company tradmarks and logos. The activist/influencer has called on the company to withdraw its trademark infringement lawsuit, arguing that the legal action threatens the identity and advocacy work built around the name. Pattie Gonia sounded off in a two-part Instagram rant over the weekend, while Patagonia responded on Sunday night.
Patagonia filed a federal lawsuit against Wyn Wiley—Pattie Gonia’s legal name—in January, alleging that the activist had expanded beyond the “discrete use of a persona to engage in activism” into a broader commercial business after seeking trademark rights to the Pattie Gonia name for apparel, marketing, and events. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, the lawsuit also claims Wiley violated a 2022 agreement that restricted Pattie Gonia from selling branded merchandise or using designs deemed “substantially similar” to Patagonia’s logo.
Read More: NBC News and Forbes
Race Results and News Recap for June 1
More Coverage of Trail and Ultra Races
Check out additional race results for North Fork 50 Mile/50K, Pacifico Ultra, Spence Mountain Run, Lake Tye Challenge, Yankee Springs Trail Run, Kettlefoot, Meadow to Mountain Trail Race, Coz’s Backyard Ultra, The Black Fly Trail Run, and The Midwest Ultra Track Classic.
For more race results, visit UltraSignup’s results finder page.
UltraRunning’s Ultra Weekend Recap: May 31
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Training and Inspiration
A Practical Guide to Hydration for Trail Runners
Here is a practical guide to hydration for several common trail racing scenarios from registered dietitian and professional mountain runner Jane Maus, along with her input to adapt your hydration strategy to the conditions.
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UTMB Mont-Blanc: Differences Between Europe and the U.S.
Gaël Dutigny, a French writer who lives in Los Angeles, chatted with American runners David Laney and Topher Gaylord, each of which have multiple top-10 finishes at UTMB, to get their input how things are different between the U.S. and Europe.
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My First Ultra: Where “Me” Became “We”
Robert Adams writes about his transformational experience at the John Wayne Grit Series 50K.
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The Importance of Identifying and Lowering Barriers for Women in Trail Running
Inspired to identify and lower the barriers to entry for women in trail running, writer Lauren Klein sent out a survey to women in the sport that returned some stunning results. Here’s what she found out.
Read More: UltraSignup’s Trailhead Media
Deanna Doane Sets Women’s Unsupported FKT on Smokies Challenge Adventure Run
Deanna Doane set a new women’s unsupported fastest known time on the Smokies Challenge Adventure Run on May 18, covering the 70-mile (112-kilometer) route through Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 17:44:34. She lowered Sarah Hansel’s previous mark of 19:21:47 by 97 minutes.
Read More: iRunFar
Everything You Need to Know About Western States 2026
This year’s Western States 100 should be a burner, with stacked pro fields and both the women’s and men’s race, plus hundreds of age-groupers in search of the most coveted belt buckle in our sport. Here’s a rundown of everything you need to know about Western States 2026.
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What Death Cab for Cutie Singer Ben Gibbard Learned About Fitness in His Forties
Read about how Death Cab for Cutie’s Ben Gibbard, a 2025 Western States 100 and 2026 Big Alta 100K finisher, uses creative discipline to fuel long runs.
Read More: Outside
Podcasts
The Trailhead Podcast: Ben Ratliff
In this conversation, Zoë and Brendan talk with former New York Times music critic Ben Ratliff about why running made him a better listener, and why the optimal-BPM running playlist is, by his lights, beside the point.
The Singletrack Podcast: Author and Historian Carl Morris
Carl Morris, author of “Dirtbag Dreams: A History of Mountain, Ultra and Trail Running,” walks through 200 years of our sport’s history.
Trail Runner Nation Podcast: Writer and ultrarunner Gaël Dutigny
Writer and ultrarunner Gaël Dutigny joins the podcast to talk about his UltraRunning Magazine article, “Fear Isn’t a Weakness,” and why fear may be one of the most misunderstood tools in endurance sports. Gaël shares how, even after finishing UTMB four times and racing in deserts, jungles, mountains, and even Iraq during wartime, fear still shows up before and during big efforts.
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