Abby Levene

Abby Levene is Trail Runner's managing editor. After running at Princeton University's NCAA Division I program, Abby Levene migrated to Boulder, Colorado to study journalism and run as a grad student at the University of Colorado. When she’s not clacking on the keyboard, you can find her tripping over rocks on the trails and following Boston sports.

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News

Watch: Hans “the Destroyer” Troyer Podiums at CCC

“Young and fit” proves he’s both with a third-place finish at the UTMB World Series 100K championship.

August 28, 2026

Races

The 2026 UTMB is Under Way, We Follow it Live

We've got five reporters on location in Chamonix, France, providing regular updates and behind-the-scenes coverage of the 2026 UTMB Mont-Blanc.

August 28, 2026

News

Frédéric Tranchand Capitalizes on Homefield Advantage to Win OCC

The defending world champion took the lead at the 20K mark and never looked back.

August 27, 2026

News

Lauren Gregory’s “Stub Legs” Outkick Field for 2026 OCC Victory

She’s the first American woman to triumph in the “50K” of the UTMB World Series Finals.

August 27, 2026

Gear

The Coolest New Trail Running Gear at UTMB 2026

Two of Trail Runner’s editors are on location in Chamonix, France, sorting out the most interesting trail running gear from piles (and piles) of stuff at 2026 UTMB race week.

August 26, 2026

Travel

TMB Day 5: Sheep, Rocky Descents, and Back to Civilization

Editor Abby Levene enjoys the solitude of the alt route back to Chamonix on the final leg of a five-day adventure along the famous Tour du Mont Blanc route. She’s met by rocky singletrack, views of the Mont Blanc massif, and more sheep.

August 26, 2026

Travel

TMB Day 4: Rocky Climbs, Cows, and Swiss Villages

Editor Abby Levene ran through the rain and mud in Switzerland on the fourth leg of a five-day adventure along the famous Tour du Mont Blanc route. She’s met by delicious pastries, cowbells, and foggy forest views.

August 25, 2026

Travel

TMB Day 3: Balcony Running, Pristine Trails, and the Highest Point on the TMB

Editor Abby Levene crosses into Switzerland on the third leg of a five-day adventure along the famous Tour du Mont Blanc route. She’s met by luxurious mountain huts, rippling green mountains, and “divine” hot chocolate.

August 24, 2026

News

Yngvild Kaspersen Has Won Her Second CCC, Hans Troyer Podiums at CCC, UTMB Postponed by 2 Hours

We've got five reporters on the ground in Chamonix bringing you the inside scoop on UTMB week.

August 28, 2026

Travel

TMB Day 2: Roman Roads, Heinous Descents, and Crossing Into Italy

Editor Abby Levene crosses into Italy on the second leg of a five-day adventure along the famous Tour du Mont Blanc route. She’s met by major climbs, Roman history, and scenic outhouses.

August 23, 2026

Travel

TMB Day 1: Chamonix, Melting Glaciers, and Entering the French Alps

Editor Abby Levene climbs out of Chamonix, France, on the first leg of a five-day adventure along the famous Tour du Mont Blanc route. She’s met by sheep, sky-high train stations, and 7,000 feet of climbing.

August 24, 2026

Gear

You Don’t Need Everything for a 30-Mile Leg of the Tour Du Mont Blanc, But You Do Need These 10 Things

Trail Runner’s managing editor Abby Levene shares the 10 key items she’ll take on the longest day of her 100-mile journey across the French Alps that nearly follows the famed UTMB course.

August 21, 2026

Races

Qualifying for UTMB Can be Complicated. We Break it Down.

The UTMB World Series Finals races are some of the most popular in the world. Here's how to qualify for UTMB.

August 20, 2026

Races

How to Tune in to Watch the Week of Races at UTMB 2026

The most-anticipated annual event of the trail running universe takes place August 24-30.

August 20, 2026

Races

We Analyze the 2026 UTMB Elite Start Lists

Defending champ Ruth Croft has withdrawn from UTMB. An up-to-date analysis of the top contenders at trail running's biggest event.

August 26, 2026

Races

Our Guide to the 2026 UTMB Mont-Blanc

What started as a stand-alone 171K (106-mile) race in 2003 has transformed into a weeklong acronym circus under the banner of UTMB Mont-Blanc. Here's what you need to know.

August 17, 2026

People

Move Over, Matt Damon. These FKTs Are the Odysseys of the Summer

Despite heatwaves and wildfires, four iconic records fell in a matter of weeks. Here’s what’s driving the surge.

August 7, 2026

People

5 Ultrarunning Lessons from One of the All-Time Greats

We learn so much more from our hardships than our wins, which is why we spoke with Western States and UTMB champ Katie Schide as she's recovering from a very pesky foot injury.

July 7, 2026

Races

Rare Images from the Night Shift at the Rucky Chucky River Crossing

While most lenses were pointed at the Placer High track, photographer Jacob Zocherman made the long, dark trek back to this pivotal part of Western States.

July 2, 2026