The VRT Journal
Field notes from the trail.
Training, gear, custom kit and the trails we test on. Written by the people who design, print and run in VRT.
TrainingHow to Layer for an Alpine Start
The first hour above the treeline decides your whole day. Our system for dressing for a 3am start and a midday summit — without carrying a spare wardrobe.
TrainingFuelling for Back-to-Back Long Runs
A weekend of vert needs a plan that starts the night before, not at the start line on Saturday morning.
TrainingPacing Strategy for Vert-Heavy Races
Power-hiking is not giving up. The maths of when to walk and when to run on a serious vert day.