Gear
Hoka Mafate Speed 4 – $185
Built for the rough and rowdy trails of Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc, this has become my go-to shoe for long days and technical races. The propulsive midsole feels responsive all day long, and the Vibram Megagrip and traction lugs provide the best grip of any maximum cushion shoe I’ve tried. If you’re looking for a shoe that strikes a perfect balance between comfort and technical agility, this is it. – Zoë Rom, editor in chief, Trail Runner, Women’s Running
Path Projects Andes AD Tank Top – $42
With high temps hitting triple digits daily at my home on the high plains, I’ve been wearing as little as possible on my runs. This 3.1-ounce singlet is just that: as little as possible. But it’s not just light and thin—the 90 percent poly / 10 percent spandex fabric is woven with an interior texture and ventilating holes that makes it stand away from the skin and breathe freely. It’s slim-fitting without being tight, so it stays close to the body and out of the way. Plus, it falls just past the waistline, so it isn’t bunching over my shorts. One…
