Blog•Mar 11, 2026
Designing the Stinner Romero Enduro Bike
Stinner Frameworks unveiled the design evolution of the Romero enduro bike in Episode 1 of its build series. The rear triangle has been reengineered from a machined billet to a tubular welded aluminum structure, boosting stiffness while keeping production domestic and cost‑effective. Additional updates include simplified hardware, extended race‑grade bearings and enhanced weather sealing. The bike is a 29‑inch enduro model with 160 mm rear and 170 mm front travel, targeting aggressive terrain yet practical maintenance.
By The Radavist (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 11, 2026
Episode 280: Greg Nance - FKTs All over the World
Nonprofit entrepreneur Greg Nance joins host Heather Anderson to discuss his global Fastest Known Time (FKT) projects. He recounts pioneering runs in Cuba, Grenada, and Colombia and becoming the first to run from Puget Sound to Mount Rainier’s summit. Nance...
By Fastest Known Time – Blog
Blog•Mar 11, 2026
Peg Leg’s Calendar Year Triple Crown Gear List
In 2025 the author completed a Calendar Year Triple Crown, hiking roughly 8,500 miles across the United States while using a largely unchanged gear set from the previous year. The core kit featured a Pa’lante Ultraweave Desert Pack, Zpacks Plex...
By The Trek (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 11, 2026
The Noise Before the Silence
Katy Eldred reflects on a hectic start to 2026, juggling a new jiu‑jitsu routine, a demanding work schedule, and preparation for the Pacific Crest Trail. Late‑night training and irregular meals have cut her sleep to under seven hours, leaving her...
By The Trek (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 10, 2026
Things I Hope to Learn From the AT – Part 2
In this personal essay, Lena B reflects on her upcoming Appalachian Trail thru‑hike, focusing on cultivating presence, embracing minimalism, and committing to practice. She describes a vivid contrast between a summer moment and a winter one, highlighting how much of...
By The Trek (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 10, 2026
Mitigating the Damage: My Strategy for Intake on the CDT (TRAILS Series, Part 4)
The author outlines a detailed intake strategy for the 2026 Continental Divide Trail, emphasizing the need to sustain 5,000‑7,000 daily calories over five months. He explains how chronic calorie deficits trigger muscle catabolism, immune suppression, and injury risk. Because remote...
By The Trek (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 10, 2026
Give Input on the New Mexico Rio Grande Trail
The Rio Grande Trail, a north‑south corridor spanning more than 300 miles across New Mexico, currently has a missing segment between Santa Fe and Taos counties. The Radavist, in partnership with state and local agencies, has drafted three alignment options...
By The Radavist (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 10, 2026
Ratio Makes a 34 Tooth GRX Chainring
Ratio Technology has launched a new 4‑bolt 110 BCD chainring for Shimano’s GRX groupset, available in 38t, 36t, and a groundbreaking 34t size. The 34‑tooth option makes it the only GRX‑compatible chainring of that size on the market, addressing a...
By The Radavist (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 10, 2026
Actually No, the Trail Won’t Always Be There: Why You Should Thru-Hike Now
The article warns that iconic long‑distance trails such as the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail and Continental Divide Trail are increasingly vulnerable to wildfires, floods, pandemic fallout and political land‑use decisions. Recent events—including record‑breaking fires in the West, a 2024...
By The Trek (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 10, 2026
Mélanie Fusco - Lake Neuchâtel Tour - 2026-03-07
Mélanie Fusco completed the Lake Neuchâtel Tour on March 7, 2026, finishing in 14 hours, 20 minutes and 5 seconds. The race, a single‑day, standard‑route event around Switzerland’s Lake Neuchâtel, was verified via Strava, confirming the athlete’s performance. The event highlights the growing...
By Fastest Known Time – Blog
Blog•Mar 9, 2026
No Rain, No Maine – Fox’s AT Thru Hike – Day 9
On Day 9 of Grey Fox’s Appalachian Trail thru‑hike, he logged his 102nd mile, leaving roughly 2,102 miles to the southern terminus. A relentless rainstorm forced him to start early despite forecasts predicting showers until mid‑afternoon. Wool base layers proved effective at...
By The Trek (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 9, 2026
Day Two on the Bama to Baxter Hike
Jeff completed the second day of his Bama‑to‑Baxter thru‑hike, adding 18 miles to bring his total distance to 41 miles. After an early start, he reunited with fellow hiker Scurvy, who helped with a water‑carry and shared trail knowledge. A...
By The Trek (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 9, 2026
Andy Anderson: The Shape of Paris
Professional skateboarder Andy Anderson stars in "The Shape of Paris," a new short film directed by renowned videographer Brett Novak. The film captures Anderson’s seamless blend of vintage skateboarding style with contemporary, fluid lines as he navigates iconic Parisian streets...
By The Radavist (independent publication)
Blog•Mar 9, 2026
Alastair McDowell - Three Passes (Arthur's Pass NZ) - 2026-02-28
Alastair McDowell set a new Fastest Known Time on New Zealand’s Three Passes route, completing the west‑to‑east traverse in 9 hours 20 minutes 56 seconds on 28 February 2026. The performance beats the previous unofficial record held by Ben Mangan (9 hours 37 minutes) by 17 minutes. This was McDowell’s fourth attempt,...
By Fastest Known Time – Blog
Blog•Mar 6, 2026
Battery-Powered Air Conditioners for Campervans: The Off-Grid Guide
Battery-powered air conditioners for campervans have matured, with DC rooftop models eliminating inverter losses and using variable‑speed compressors for higher efficiency. The guide compares a spectrum of units—from low‑draw 12 V options like the Indel B Plein‑Aircon to high‑capacity 48 V heat‑pump models such...
By FarOutRide (vanlife)