![]() ![]() If I have a targeted night race I’ll try and mimic the conditions I’ll be racing in to feel more confident during those hours of racing. If I’m not training for a race that will involve running in the dark, I’ll often minimize risk and choose less technical terrain. Risk versus reward is an important factor in choosing where to run at night. If you’re going out for a training run at night, do you have a preference for a certain kind of terrain or trail? Lighting creates shadows that can mask rocks, roots and other hazards that can stop your run or race short. Be ever conscious of your footing and never let your guard down. Keep focused on your intended route, especially during races. What are some potential pitfalls to keep in mind when running at night?ĭarkness can easily make your favorite trail into something unfamiliar and unrecognizable. I’ve tried waist and handheld lighting, but nothing beats the simplicity and hands-free convenience of a headlamp. If you pass on a headlamp, you’re likely to find yourself wishing you hadn’t when the sun sets quicker than you thought it would. What should people look for in a lighting device?Ī comfortable and easily adjustable headlamp is a great starting point. He offered Trail Runner these tips on what to expect from a night run, and how to best prepare. But his busy schedule means that he’s logged plenty of training miles after dark. Rob Krar, the 38-year-old Flagstaff, Arizona, resident who burst onto the competitive trail scene a few years back, clocks 100-mile times times so fast that he rarely finishes at night (see, e.g., his back-to-back-to-back wins at the Western States Endurance Run, Leadville Trail 100 and Run Rabbit Run 100 last year). What to wear? What to bring? What new dangers to be aware of? As with any new undertaking, it’s helpful to have beta from someone more experienced. Running at night can be a daunting venture. By the time you get home, the sun has disappeared, and the local trail looks intimidating, shrouded in darkness. You were planning on a late-afternoon run, but work ran later than expected. Comment below with your advice for running trails at night for a chance to win a Nao headlamp from Petzl (MSRP $185!) The 100-mile standout (and frequent nighttime runner) offers advice on tackling the trails at night (sponsored) ![]() Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members!
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