Merrell Longsky 2 vs Agility Peak 6: could the Peak 6 be the perfect community trail shoe?
Two Merrell trail shoes are getting a lot of attention right now for very different reasons: the MTL Longsky 2 (a lightweight, technical trail shoe) and the brand-new Agility Peak 6 (which Merrell position as a do-it-all option from 5K right through to ultra distance).
FLOCK Mountain Challenge: Your 90-Minute Ticket to ‘Mountain Status’
The Mountain Challenge is one of those events that sounds intimidating until you realise it’s built for every FLOCK runner. Fast, steady, run/walk, hike-the-ups… it all counts. The goal isn’t to “beat” anyone else.
The trail runner that chose hills to spice things up
Each week, we are shining a light on one of the brilliant people who make up FLOCK. Our members come from all walks of life, with different backgrounds, goals, and levels of experience, and that is exactly what makes this community so special.
The busy parent making time to trail run
Each week, we are shining a light on one of the brilliant people who make up FLOCK. Our members come from all walks of life, with different backgrounds, goals, and levels of experience, and that is exactly what makes this community so special.
The trail runner beating anxiety through trail running
Each week, we are shining a light on one of the brilliant people who make up FLOCK. Our members come from all walks of life, with different backgrounds, goals, and levels of experience, and that is exactly what makes this community so special.
Trail Running Hills: How to Stop Being Scared (and Start Running Them Stronger)
“One topic that many members would be interested in, is how not to be ‘scared’ of the hills. How should we approach them not just physically but also mentally?”.
The Importance of Pre- and Post-Run Stretching for Trail Running
“What is the importance of stretching before and after a run, and can this be incorporated into your run?”
Trail Running Technique: Foot Strike, Downhills, and Confidence on Rough Terrain
What’s the best technique to use when running on trails? By this I mean, I have noticed some people run more on their toes than heel strike. Is this just personal preference or style? And should it change when going up and downhill? Or on rough terrain?
The trail runner that’s shown huge improvement
Each week, we are shining a light on one of the brilliant people who make up FLOCK. Our members come from all walks of life, with different backgrounds, goals, and levels of experience, and that is exactly what makes this community so special.
The trail runner who is started later in life
Each week, we are shining a light on one of the brilliant people who make up FLOCK. Our members come from all walks of life, with different backgrounds, goals, and levels of experience, and that is exactly what makes this community so special.