Like the Wind Digital Storytelling
History in the Making
Six years ago, while racing on a trail in the mountains above Courmayeur, Sabrina Pace-Humphreys slipped off the side of a narrow snowfield. She hung onto the edge for dear life, screaming for help. Five men who were also racing ran straight by her, ignoring her pleas, until one man finally stopped to pull her back onto the trail.
Freezing the Frame
School’s Out(Side)
Inspiration is a key ingredient when encouraging people to get outside and into the mountains. Arc’teryx has dedicated itself to that part of the recipe since its launch in 1989. Partly, the brand does this through its sponsored athletes – and the stories they tell. At the same time, Arc’teryx knows that knowledge is an equally essential ingredient. Which is why the Arc’teryx Academies exist: to encourage more people to get outdoors, and further their education and skills in the mountains with athletes and best-in-class guides. Philipp Reiter is an Arc’teryx athlete who is perfectly positioned to offer both. This is Philipp’s story and a look behind the scenes of the Arc’teryx Academies.
Chills Down the Spine
In issue 46, we caught up with Alexis Berg, award-winning photojournalist and filmmaker, to talk about his new documentary film, Run Again. The film follows Dave Pen – the lead singer of London-based progressive rock band Archive – and his run in the 2023 winter edition of the Spine, a 268-mile, multi-day race along England’s Pennine Way.
Forged in the Mountains
There is a particular breed of athlete that thrives in alpine environments. This person is gritty and resilient: courageous in many aspects, especially when facing daunting terrain. High country lovers can be diverse in specialty – some are runners, others are skiers, many are climbers or alpinists. But, despite their difference in sport, these athletes can agree on one simple belief: the mountains make us better.
Power to Push
This is a story – like so many running stories – that is about challenge of distances. One of the distances in this story is 7,000 miles, or thereabouts. Another is 3,200 miles. Then there is the classic 26.2 miles. And, more unusually, one distance is a mere three inches. All, in their own way, illustrate how determination, love and good humour combine to make what seems impossible, possible. And not just possible, but a celebration of life.
California Trail Events & Meetups – June 2025
Join us for iconic trail races, community events, and after parties across Palisades Tahoe & Auburn.
Valley Deep, Mountain High
It’s almost impossible to arrive in the Chamonix Valley, in the heart of the French Alps, and not look up. The mountains dominate, especially the Massif du Mont-Blanc to the south, carving a jagged outline against the sky. Even though the town snakes along the valley at just over 1,000m above sea level, the slopes on every side still soar dramatically skyward.
Celebrate Running Dads
We’ve curated a thoughtful selection of gifts to celebrate the runner in your life and bring a smile to his face.