Mountain biking and trail running in 2023 has been awesome, but it also had its challenges. Let’s give out some awards, reflect on the past, and talk about what’s coming up in the future for the channel. Finally, we’ll close it out with some of this year’s best outtakes and bloopers. https://youtu.be/kbwm6B0pYOQ This video, and … Continue reading TrailSage 2023 Traily Awards & Bloopers – Plus a full recap and future goals
If you’re a runner looking for bone conduction headphones that have good sound quality, a solid build, and are budget friendly, the Mairdi M100 could be perfect for you. Enjoy 20% off. Use Code"SAGE20"https://www.mairdi.shop/products/m100 https://youtu.be/nMvUePSLvG4 I’ve been using them over the last few months on all my trail and road runs, testing the audio quality, … Continue reading The Mairdi M100 are great for running, but how do they stack up to the Open Run Mini?
Here are some of my thoughts and concerns regarding my first attempt at a 50k trail run. If you’re an ultra-runner I would love to hear your feedback and suggestions. https://youtu.be/kRv7YAV8Kio My Plan: After separating my shoulder last year, I have once again started training. Every week I have been slowly increasing my miles and … Continue reading Plans for running my first ultra… so many questions
With every new version of a shoe you can expect some changes, and as someone who loved the original Torrents, I was excited to try out Hoka’s latest release of the Torrent 3. So far I’ve logged over 50 miles on them, testing them in different situations and conditions, and sadly I have been less … Continue reading Hoka Torrent 3 – I wanted to like these trail running shoes, but they have not worked out for me
The Salomon Advanced Skin 12 is a good hydration pack that will work well for most runners unless you're planning to use it with a bladder. Trail running is my passion and I needed a hydration vest that could accommodate a bladder since most of my runs are self-supported. I’ve heard a lot of great … Continue reading Better than you think, but worse than I thought. Salomon Advanced Skin 12 for Trail Running
This place surprised me! Short but technical trail run at Monocacy Hill filled with abandon structures, rock scrambles, and a beautiful overlook. If you live in the Berks area and you are looking for a short, interesting and technical trail run or hike, Monocacy Hill in Birdsboro PA has got you covered. There are ruins … Continue reading Monocacy Hill Trail Run: Beautiful overlook, tough climb and awesome tech!
I’ve recently been watching some Freerunning / Parkour videos online and got inspired, so I decided to try and incorporate some trail side features into my local trail run. And while I am far from calling myself a Freerunner, I did enjoy experimenting with a few obstacles. In part two of “Spice up your local … Continue reading Might as well jump! Spice up your local trail runs – Part 2
I finally pulled the trigger and registered for my first race! I have been running for a while, but a serious injury delayed my race goals last year. I decided to register for the Trail Fest 10k because it is a distance and elevation I am comfortable running, and I also know Coventry Woods pretty … Continue reading Trail Fest 10k race course preview & interview with RD
Bored with your local trail? Look for trailside features to incorporate into your run. I have recently been watching some Freerunner / Parkour videos online and got inspired. I wanted to try and implement some of what I saw, and liked, to my local trail run in Gladwyne. And while I am far from calling … Continue reading Add some freerunning to spice up your local trail runs – Part 1
This is a great tool for situations where you have a round or flat surface you can clamp down on to get a steady shot. I use it on my trail runs, as well as my mountain bike, to get those shots were gorilla pods and tripods struggle. It is 9.5 inches fully extended and … Continue reading Get a grip and hold it with the 9.5” SmallRig Clamp
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