Running

(PG-13: Language) Ultramarathon is one of the world’s most punishing sports. Ultramarathoner Robbie Britton – who moved to Chamonix, France from London for further training – shares what makes him tick in GoshDamn’s beautiful short film.

NikeLab’s new Gyakusou Hooded Running Jacket was designed to be wearable in any weather. Its hood and sleeves can be easily removed, leaving you with a vest. It also has lots of reflective elements as well as mesh panels for ventilation.

Runner Kilian Jornet and photographer Seb Montaz took to Aiguille de Varan, Reninge, France for a thrilling run along a skinny trail with steep drop-offs on either side. The perspective probably makes it look narrower than it is, but it’s still sketchy as hell.

In MEL Films‘ excellent short documentary, The Never-Ending Marathon of Mr. Dharam Singh, we’re introduced to the eponymous subject, a man who claims to be 119 years old, and who credits his longevity to yoga, meditation, and a profound enthusiasm for running.

Fitly is a small backpack meant to carry a runner’s essential items. It has two pockets in front and two more on its strap. The strap locks the items inside in place so they won’t bounce around. Its back is made of a moisture-wicking and odor-repellent fabric.

One of Nike and Undercover’s running shoes returns in a murked out scheme. The NikeLab Gyakusou Free RN Motion Flyknit 2017 has a dual-density and dual-pattern midsole to conform to your feet. The straps and notched collar make it easy to put on and take off.

Runner Nigel Talton aka “The Freeze” has been kicking butt and taking names of fans at Atlanta Braves games recently. The fan gets a massive headstart, but The Freeze can catch them all. This fan thought he had him beat, but his early celebration killed any hopes of a win.

Engineers at the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition developed this two-legged robot which can run at speeds up to 12 mph. It may not be as fast as Boston Dynamics’ cheetah ‘bot, but we still wouldn’t want to chased by one.

Nike and Undercover’s running jacket has three-layers of weather-repellent fabric, bonded and sealed seams, and a reverse-coil zipper so you can run in all conditions. It also has roomy pockets, reflective graphics and an adjustable hem and hood. Available in four colors.

While preparing for a marathon in Montana, runner Jeff Dougherty captured nearly 100,000 photos of his 5-mile daily loop, then combined them into this cool hyperlapse, which morphs between sunny spring and summer days, wintry afternoons, and the browns and oranges of fall.

(PG-13: Language) There are few greater pains than stepping on a LEGO block without shoes on. So to voluntarily run barefoot on top of a seemingly endless flow of the pointy plastic bricks seems completely masochistic. Then again, this video is from the guys who did this.

Keep your feet at the ideal supple temp while you perfect your winter running tempo with Puma’s Ignite PWRWARM shoe. Seamless, cold-friendly technology and NightCat reflective material make you comfortable going the extra mile, and easy to be seen.

While we’re used to the seeing the massive bodies of sumo wrestlers flopping around in the ring, there’s something so funny about seeing these guys competing in a foot race. We think the shorts were slowing down the guy on the inside. Just let it all hang out, dude.

The latest episode of Salomon Running’s web series is an awe-inspiring introduction to Skyrunning – a sport that combines mountaineering and marathon. The video features interviews with leading skyrunners, including founder Marino Giacometti.

Outdoor adventurer Sebastien Montaz-Rosset takes a run along a perilously narrow mountain ridge with an action cam strapped to his head so we can witness the thrilling view from his vantage point without the fear of actually falling.

The most recent rendition of Puma’s XS-500 running shoe features a cool woven mesh design that gives each shoe a powerful pop of color. Comfy and reliable, it features a cushy mid-sole and molded bottom to rocket you down the road.

If the idea of donning a penguin suit for a fancy event makes you wince, why not try the Traxedo? It’s a tuxedo track suit, which will make you the envy of men and the king of intrigue with women. Come on – it’s still wedding season.

With a sleek design inspired by the repetitive patterns of Japanese umbrellas, Mizuno’s hot looking Wave Paradox provides stiff stability and lightweight performance, all in one shoe. Now there’s no excuse not to go make a new PR.

Developed with the same “Load ‘N Launch” tech that got their basketball shoes banned by the NBA, these running shoes have six compression springs to help improve running performance and speed with less energy exertion.

Hey y’all, the 70’s are back – thanks to the Brooks Running Company. Their Heritage Footwear Collection features the Vanguard and Vantage, with classic style and street-smart aesthetics. Plus, they look good with tube socks.

An Android smart watch for runners with GPS, accelerometer and Bluetooth. It can be set to measure your heart rate, pace, distance, stride and route. It also works as a watch, timer and mp3 player. Drops 11/1/13 for $399 on Adidas.

An incredibly lightweight shoe – best for mid-sole runners, the Sayonara provides ample support and traction without the bulk. Only when you look down to see their bold design might you remember you have shoes on.

Red Bull calls this multi-discipline relay “the toughest team race in the world.” It includes running up mountains, paragliding, canoeing, and mountain biking. The voices are Dutch, but exhaustion is a universal language.

Arizona Cardinals rookie Robert Gill does his best Sonic the Hedgehog impression, running on the treadmill at an insane 25MPH. If only his buddy’s camera didn’t suck we might be able to see it better. Is 144p even a real resolution?

We’ve got enough trouble running on flat surfaces, but at the Red Bull 400 Planica, athletes made their way up an insanely steep 400-meter ski jump hill. Our legs hurt just watching this.