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Person sitting on a grassy hillside reaching toward a trail running shoe, with a cloudy sky overhead
Person sitting on a grassy hillside reaching toward a trail running shoe, with a cloudy sky overhead

Train for the Trails

This September we’re launching a free nationwide 4-week trail running program in partnership with Salomon to help runners and the trail-curious alike build confidence and skills to take their running where they want to go.

How to get involved

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Gear up for the trail

Shop clothing, running vests, shoes, gels and more from top brands. Discover trail-tested gear designed to help you go farther.

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Reserve your spot

Community runs and educational clinics are free, but spaces are limited so make sure you book your spot before you show up ready to run.

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Download the training guide

A 4-week trail running program from running coach and ultra-runner, Jeremy Rolle, and nutrition tips from Registered Sports Dietitian and Salomon ambassador, Carol-Ann Rolle.

Explore the program here

Meet your coaches

Jeremy Rolle (aka Coach Jer) is a trail running coach, elite ultra runner and race director based in British Columbia. Coach Jer works with runners across the full spectrum, from first-time trail runners to athletes tackling 200K+ mountain ultras, helping them build the consistency, confidence and skills to show up ready on race day. His coaching is built around the reality of your life, your terrain and what it actually takes to go long in the mountains. He also directs Heads or Trails Events, which means he's not just coaching runners to toe the line – he's the one building the line they're toeing.

Carol-Ann Rolle is a Team Canada runner, Salomon ambassador, and Registered Sports Dietitian better known as The Endurance Dietitian. Based in British Columbia, she works with runners to create a personalized fueling strategy that fits your body, your training and your goals without the guesswork, and gives you the confidence to execute it when things get hard. She's not just a dietitian who works with athletes. She is one. Competing at the elite level shapes how she coaches: real-world fueling for real training loads that puts you in control on race day.

Two trail runners wearing hydration vests and caps taking a selfie on a forested mountain trail, with trees and steep valley slopes in the background
Two trail runners wearing hydration vests and caps taking a selfie on a forested mountain trail, with trees and steep valley slopes in the background

Your ultimate trail companion

Meet the Genesis 2. Featuring a durable Matryx® upper, high grip contaGRIP® outsole and revamped activeCHASSIS™ engineered for demanding trails.

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Close-up of a pair of Salomon trail running shoes worn on rocky terrain, with the text “SALOMON.”

Coach Jer’s trail running picks

Salomon Adv Skin 12 Running Vest

Salomon Adv Skin 12 Running Vest

“Light and comfortable, the elastic cord system keeps things secure and they come in multiple sizes.”

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Salomon Genesis 2 Trail Running Shoe

Salomon Genesis 2 Trail Running Shoe

“The Genesis 2 is built to deliver the ideal balance of cushioning, stability, protection and grip for long days on the trails.”

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Salomon Outwind Full-Zip Jacket

Salomon Outwind Full-Zip Jacket

“Ultra-lightweight, very packable and I can bring it everywhere with me. It saved me multiple times when weather changed quickly.”

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Coros Pace 4 Silicone Band GPS Watch

Coros Pace 4 Silicone Band GPS Watch

“Good bang for your buck with impressive battery life, all the data you could hope for, and a very lightweight design.”

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Week 1: Build your base

How to choose a trail running shoe for your training load and terrain.

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Week 3: Nutrition and hydration strategies

What to eat and drink before, during and after your run.

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Week 2: Get set with the right gear

How to choose a vest or belt and how to know you’ve found a good fit.

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Week 4: Get race day ready

Train up on your tech too, so you arrive on race day fully charged.

Coming soon

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Our best-selling running gear

Altra Lone Peak 9 Trail Running Shoes

Altra Lone Peak 9 Trail Running Shoes

Now with a redesigned 100% recycled ripstop mesh upper.

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Garmin Forerunners 965

Garmin Forerunner 965 Smartwatch

Evolving personalized daily workouts with AMOLED display for multi-sport athletes.

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Salomon Active Skin 4 Running Vest Set Pack

Salomon Active Skin 4 Running Vest Set Pack

Minimalist vest that includes 2 soft bottles and has room for 1.5L reservoir.

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Salomon SENSE Aero 2-in-1 Shorts

Salomon SENSE Aero 2-in-1 Shorts

Plenty of pockets and room to stash layers so you can leave the vest or belt at home.

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