Events

#TrailsRoc’s Unique Spin on the Backyard Ultra

March 1, 2023

When backyard ultras (a.k.a. last person standing races) debuted more than a decade ago, they were considered a wildly creative twist on traditional running races. Since then, race directors have continued their creative ways, putting their own unique spins on the format. One of those unique spins takes place in Rochester, New York on March […]

New Event: Plattekill Mountain Race in NY

February 24, 2023

There are two types of trail runners in this world: Those who when they hear the term “relentless vert” say “No way!” and run off in search of flat terrain; and then there are those lunatics who when they hear “relentless vert” say “Where do I sign up?” If you’re the kind of twisted individual […]

The Hardest Trail and Ultra Races in the Northeast

October 16, 2020

The Northeast is home to trail and ultra races of all shapes and sizes, with varying distances, terrain and formats. Among these races, a few stand out as being particularly… sadistic. Races with such brutal conditions and demands that they seem more like a punishment than a fun time. While most people who hear about […]