Kings of the Trail #047
- Luke Jarman
- Dec 22, 2023
- 2 min read
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For most in the Northern Hemisphere Winter is here and set to be around for a few more months. That means there is still plenty of time to enjoy and make the most of the shorter days, colder temperatures and different conditions. As with everything in life, you can try and find the fun in any situation, or let it overcome and beat you. One thing I love about the changing seasons, and the characteristic weather of this time of year, is the chance to brush off the winter clothing and kit and test it against the elements, trying to turn the cold and dark into something enjoyable and challenging…
"Winter is not a season, it’s a celebration.”
Anamika Mishra
Let’s celebrate this time of year, this special season and these more unpredictable conditions by looking at ways to get out and run safely in the dark, listening to advice on winter training from one of the best, learning about layering up in cold conditions, or finding ways to stay connected to the trail without braving the cold…
Until next week, be safe and enjoy the trails...

It is easy to run all year round if you want to, but if you're planning to run in the dark, which can be slightly inevitable in the winter, then follow these tips to stay safe…
I get it, it’s cold, dark and pretty unwelcoming outside…don’t fancy that? Try these winter home projects to keep you busy and prepared for the spring…
Make the most of this off-season and elevate your winter training better than ever before with these tips from the Master and conquer this winter…
Make sure you are prepared and ready by wearing the right clothing and material layers for hiking & backpacking, it can make all the difference to your enjoyment…

📸 Keystone, Colorado, USA

Each week I update the Kings of the Trail playlist with a new selection – just like trail runs or hikes, you can be sure that it will be a varied and eclectic journey, but hopefully, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Winter, Christmas, Holiday Season…Check, check, check…it had to be this track to go along with our winter wonderland issue…but the choice is not your usual sanitised Pop Christmas playlist version…oh no, this is a ripping funky organ version from Booker T. & The M.G.’s…Ho, ho, ho!
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