Alecsa Stewart

Alecsa is an ultra runner, mountain guide, and freelance writer living in the Pyrenees-Orientales (France). She is passionate about the mountains and life in the wilderness and also practices cycling, climbing, and skiing from time to time. Her passion is to share her adventures with others and inspire them to spend more time outdoors. She’s completed iconic races like the UTMB Mont-Blanc and Lavaredo Ultra Trail and she’s switching to some road running this year, aiming to complete the Manchester and Berlin Marathons, while also looking to improve her time at the UTMB CCC.

Asics Gel Venture 9 Review

09/08/202610/10/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

The Asics Gel Venture 9 is an interesting budget pick for trail running and hiking.

Asics GT 2000 11

09/08/202609/26/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

Asics GT 2000 11 is a decent upgrade to the popular mid-level stability shoe series with notably better responsiveness.

Hoka Kawana

09/08/202609/20/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

Dynamic and versatile, this blend of Hoka’s Hupana and Clifton can be your first foray into the brand’s range of shoes.

Topo Cyclone 2

09/08/202609/04/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

The Topo Cyclone 2 is a surprisingly lightweight and fast running shoe to have fun on your speed days.

Saucony Triumph 21

09/08/202608/25/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

The Saucony Triumph 21 is a plus daily trainer for long comfortable miles.

Nike Terra Kiger 9

09/08/202608/24/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

The Nike Kiger 9 is a gritty trail shoe with a low-drop, responsive cushioning.

La Sportiva Wildcat 2.0 GTX

09/08/202607/31/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

A solidly built, neutral shoe that will appeal to hikers more than trail runners, the La Sportiva Wildcat 2.0 GTX offers a comfortable drop, great grip, and waterproofing, but falls short on bounce and weight.

Lavaredo Ultra Trail: Race Guide and Recap

09/08/202607/31/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

male runner at La Sportiva Lavaredo race

Taking place every year in the beautiful Dolomites, Italy, the Lavaredo Ultra Trail is a UTMB race you shouldn’t miss. To enter you need…

Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB: Recap and Race Guide

09/08/202606/22/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

Mountain trails on Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB

Published on: 06/22/2023 “Beautiful beyond belief, savage beyond reason.” This is the way the Ultra-Trail Snowdonia (UTS) suite of races introduced themselves to the world in 2018. The race has seen a number of course changes and adaptations throughout the years, all with the aim of becoming a “UTMB of the UK.” And 2023 was … Read more

Salomon Pulsar Trail Pro 2

09/08/202606/08/2023 by Alecsa Stewart

Better than the first edition, the Salomon S/Lab Pulsar Trail 2 is a fast and lightweight shoe built for speed and racing.