It’s easy to be enchanted by the Swiss mountains, but getting to know them intimately for summer trail running and winter skiing takes years of experience. All-round mountain man Tobias Granath has … Read more

After shredding a pretty neat pair of Newton Running Distance III’s while climbing with a friend in Norway I decided that was it – this road shoe can’t be trusted … Read more

Only an hour’s drive from Sydney’s city centre, Kur-ing-ai Chase National Park is one of those leafy reserves that makes a long-haul flight back home seem an utter waste of time. With … Read more

Though France’s Cote d’Azur is better known for its luxury lifestyle and sleek boating culture, pockets of brilliant trails can be found orbiting sandy beaches and bustling town centres. Saint-Tropez is … Read more

The experience of alighting from a train in the middle of the Scottish Highlands is unrivalled. As the train tracked through the snowy landscape, I drifted outbounds from Corrour Train … Read more

For any outdoors enthusiast, British Columbia’s seaboard town Vancouver is an enviable place to live and grow a business – proximity to trails, climbing and snowsports is arguably unrivalled. It’s … Read more

We’re hosting a screening of trail running film selection Trails in Motion in London on Thursday 17th September. Take a look at the trailer and drop will@zafiri.com an email if you’re … Read more

“Our philosophy is simple – we inspire people to get out there, to escape the routine, to discover their surroundings, whether they’re running, climbing, skiing, hiking, or biking. Live in … Read more

Founded in 1790 on the Potomac River, Washington DC has it all. The city booms with life as congressmen walk the steps of the Capitol, tourists explore the Smithsonian, the President hosts foreign emissaries and students party it up in Georgetown. However, when the weekend comes around locals and foreigners alike might be inclined to escape the city limits in search of tranquility and adventure. While these two concepts might appear contradictory Great Falls National Park caters for both those who want to simply relax in the wilderness, and for those who want to break a sweat or two.

Carving a sharp line between the Swiss cantons of Berne and Valais, the Aletsch Glacier is the largest ice fall in the European Alps, formed in the drainage basin of several mighty … Read more

It’s hard not to pay attention to Aspen Snowmass, Colorado’s prime alpine hub for skiing, culture, cuisine and summer endurance sports. They’re Audi Power of Four is also standout – a multi-discipline race … Read more

Neighbouring some of France’s mighty winter destinations, Samoëns packs a punch for summer endurance athletes and downhill mountain bikers. The traditional medieval village is one hour’s drive from Geneva, carving out a … Read more

Within a week of the Apple Watch’s release, Amer Sports announce the acquisition of Sports Tracker to bolster its digital offering. The move most closely relates to Suunto, Amer Sport’s … Read more

Ever wondered where European athletes go during their cold winter to do off-season training? Obviously they’ll be heading to warmer zones south of the equator, so perhaps Australia?  But such … Read more

The last five years have been tumultuous for footwear. Soles have been cambered, flattened, thickened and sometimes torn off altogether. Laces have been ripped out, replaced with Boas and wiry … Read more

When a friend suggested we go ‘skyrunning’ in the Cape over the weekend I become slightly apprehensive. Think about it: climb up a mountain, run on top of it and … Read more

Located 75km west of Nice, the Verdon Canyon (Gorge du Verdon) is prized for its remarkable geography and turquoise waters. As well as being a hotspot for hikers and rock climbers, … Read more

Running muddy trails in the winter can be a maddening experience. Unless you’re training for a Tough Mudder, or something similarly apocalyptic, the idea of sliding in all directions as … Read more

With a raft of new events on the South Africa trail running calendar, Spring continues to impress enthusiasts in the Western Cape. In 2011, I had the privilege to run the … Read more

Thoughts of Reno, Nevada are usually dominated by visions of cheap casinos, diesel trucks and gun racks.  And after living there for over two months now, I can tell you that these images … Read more