Author Archives: Kim Strom

Let it Ripple: Run the Alps x Alpine Run Project

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This past season, Run the Alps and Alpine Run Project, launched an internship program that included shadowing a guide on a Run the Alps tour.

The Last of the Giants: A Graphic Novel about Tor des Géants

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An interview with Doug Mayer on the new graphic novel about Tor des Géants and the bigger topics the book explores.

Run the Alps Guide to Trail Running in the Alps

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To prepare for your trip, we’ve gathered everything you need to know into an 80+ page full-color handbook— our Guide to Trail Running in the Alps.

On Running Sierre-Zinal: An Interview with Zach Friedley

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Zach Friedley, an adaptive trail runner, discusses his experience running the iconic Sierre-Zinal trail race in Switzerland.

How Run the Alps’ Guides Spend the Winter

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Our guides share what they’re doing this winter—and they’re each up to interesting adventures to share next season on the trails with our guests.

Who We Are: 2024 in Photos

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Rather than fill your screen with thousands of words, we’ve collected a handful of our favorite 2024 photos that we think share our values.

Get Certified to Trail Race in France

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Participants in any trail race in France must go through a simple online tutorial (Parcours de Prévention Santé) to receive their PPS certificate.

A Pre-UTMB Visit with Katie Schide

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We’re pleased to share this conversation with Katie Schide as she prepares for UTMB. Plus her three tips for running this course.

Trail Mix Breakfast Cookies: A Rise & Run Recipe from Elyse Kopecky

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Wondering what to stuff into the front pocket of your running vest? Try Elyse Kopecky’s Trail Mix Breakfast Cookies from the Rise & Run cookbook.

Not Running UTMB Mont-Blanc® ? Here are 10 Amazing Races in the Alps

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Didn’t get drawn for the UTMB Mont-Blanc lottery or looking for a different kind of trail race ambiance in the Alps? Here are 10 alternatives to fill that gap in your summer Euro racing plans. 

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