Claire Maxted
The co-founder and former editor of Trail Running magazine, Claire now runs the YouTube channel Wild Ginger Running, creating films about trail- and ultra-running advice, inspiration, races and gear reviews. An award-winning journalist, writing for outdoor and adventure sports magazines and websites, Claire's first book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook (5k to 50k), is out now. Her second, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook (50k to 100 miles), is out Autumn 2024. Claire also speaks and presents at events and races.
Latest articles by Claire Maxted
Brooks Ghost Max road running shoes review: keeping you in high spirits
By Claire Maxted published
The super-cushioned Brooks Ghost Max is a neutral road running shoe designed to give a smooth ride and soft landing to protect your knees and ankles
Asics Trail Scout 2 running shoe review: great for all-year-round running
By Claire Maxted last updated
The versatile and durable Asics Trail Scout 2 road and trail running shoe boasts all the right features to keep you powering on the whole year round
New Balance DynaSoft Nitrel V5 review: light, grippy, bouncy and versatile
By Claire Maxted last updated
The New Balance DynaSoft Nitrel V5 is a light, flexible, bouncy road and trail running shoe that will carry you over any distance on any terrain
Moonlight Bright As Day 800 running headlamp: a seriously tough and dazzling little light
By Claire Maxted published
Very bright, robust and waterproof, the Moonlight Bright As Day 800 is a running head torch for extreme adventures in the dark
The best road to trail running shoes 2024: footwear for all terrains
By Claire Maxted last updated
Grippy, comfortable and propulsive, the best road to trail running shoes help you transition from hard-packed to softer surfaces
Adidas Terrex Agravic Ultra trail running shoes review: built to keep on going and going and going…
By Claire Maxted published
A robust ultra running shoe, the Adidas Terrex Agravic Ultra boasts a good balance of grip, cushioning, bounce and protection
Allbirds Tree Flyer 2 running shoes review: super-eco-friendly shoes for shorter runs
By Claire Maxted last updated
The Allbirds Tree Flyer 2 is a second generation running shoe with a joyfully low carbon footprint, designed for 10ks but capable of so much more
Silva Carbon trail running poles review: clip in and go
By Claire Maxted published
High-quality, light and strong, Silva Carbon trail running poles have unique, hands-free glove attachments for extra ease
Adidas Terrex Soulstride Flow trail running shoes review: ultra performance at a less than ultra price
By Claire Maxted published
The reasonably priced Adidas Terrex Soulstride Flow is an all-round trail and ultra shoe with a wide-feeling fit that will suit many runners
5 tips for night running on trails: keep on the move as the nights draw in
By Claire Maxted published
Night running may become less appealing as the hours of darkness grow longer and colder but that doesn’t mean you have to retreat to the sofa
5 top pacing tips for trail running and ultras – from professionals and coaches
By Claire Maxted published
From holding back at the start to managing your fuel intake, these handy running tips can help you pace yourself on the trails
4 reasons for runners and hikers to get excited about the new Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Series 9
By Claire Maxted published
Apple's new Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches have just been released, and we have been busy running our adventure-focused eye over them
Silva Strive Light Black 10 running pack review: it’ll be all right for the night
By Claire Maxted published
The Silva Strive Light Black 10 is a lightweight, comfy, headlamp-compatible pack with reflective details that’s great for running in the dark
Split-toe sock technology: will it really revolutionize your run?
By Claire Maxted published
Can the new Sidas T-Free Run and T-Free Trail split-toe socks deliver the comfort and performance enhancement they promise? We put them through their paces
Sidas 3Feet Run Protect insoles review: extra support for easy runs
By Claire Maxted published
Sidas 3Feet Run Protects are great, grippy insoles, ideal for ultra runners to use between races on easier runs
Cleer Arc II Sport headphones review: superb sound quality for music on the move
By Claire Maxted published
Secure and splashproof, Cleer Arc II Sports are open-ear headphones that offer great music quality while allowing you to hear what’s going on around you
NNormal Tomir trail running shoe review: built to last, without compromising comfort
By Claire Maxted published
The light, cushioned, grippy and eco-friendly NNormal Tomir is the first all-rounder trail running shoe from legendary skyrunner Kílian Jornet
7 ways to beat pre-race nerves: top tips from elite runners
By Claire Maxted published
Make pre-race nerves a thing of the past. This expert advice will help you overcome start line jitters on the big day
Why choosing the right running socks and insoles can be a gamechanger for your feet
By Claire Maxted published
Finding the best running socks and insoles for you is as important as right shoes. Here’s how they can help with nine common running problems
9 Digital Super Q3 review: budget bone conduction headphones with one great feature
By Claire Maxted published
The low-cost 9 Digital Super Q3 have a tool we’d like to see in all bone conduction headphones
Haylou PurFree BC01 review: bone conduction headphones ideal for running outdoors
By Claire Maxted published
A great-value pair of bone conduction headphones, the Haylou PurFree BC01s connect wirelessly to your smartphone via Bluetooth
4 mistakes you keep making when you run – and how to fix them
By Claire Maxted published
You might not realize you're sabotaging your own training sessions, but we all do it
How to poop and pee on the trail: your guide to going when you need to go
By Claire Maxted published
Everything you need to know about number ones and number twos in the outdoors