Laurel Walker's Ultrarunning, rock, ice, and alpine climbing, backcountry skiing Gear & Expert Recommendations
Mountain Athlete, Guide, Coach
Boulder, COIt doesn't matter how many times you fall down; get back up and keep moving forward.
I am a rock guide, ultrarunning coach, and athlete specializing in mountain sports. With a 10+ year background in competitive ultrarunning, I now uses that endurance and drive to not only pursue running but also a variety of climbing styles, as well as backcountry skiing. I enjoy moving efficiently through the mountains whether that be on skis; rock, ice, or mixed climbing; running, or combo of them all. When I'm not out pursuing my own projects, you can find me mentoring others in the outdoors.
Discipline: Ultrarunning, rock, ice, and alpine climbing, backcountry skiing
Specialty: Ultrarunning and rock climbing
Bronze: 2017 USATF Utah State 100k Trail Championships 5x finisher of Mountain Marathon (dubbed the "Toughest 5k on the Planet" by Outside Magazine). Multiple podium and top-ten finishes at trail races ranging from 5k to 100 miles.
Expert Gear Picks from Laurel Walker
Expert ultrarunning, rock, ice, and alpine climbing, backcountry skiing gear recommendations from Laurel Walker, Mountain Athlete, Guide, Coach, based in Boulder, CO.
Laurel Walker's Climbing and Mountaineering
Laurel Walker recommends the Rab Latok 20L Mountain Pack — This is hands-down the best on-route pack I've found! It is durable, lightweight, has two front pockets for easy access, and the shoulder straps and front closures fit like a running vest. It stays put!
Laurel Walker recommends the Camp STORM - Helmet
Laurel Walker recommends the La Sportiva Skwama Vegan — This is my favorite sport climbing shoe. I like the vegan version because it fits exactly right from the first day you wear it.
Laurel Walker recommends the La Sportiva TC Pro — Fun pro tip: Get these a little big; your toes will thank you on a long and/or cold day. I know mine do.
Laurel Walker recommends the Black Diamond Women's Alpine Light Pants — I live in these!
Laurel Walker recommends the Black Diamond Women's Alpenglow Pro Hoody — I love the weight of this, the fit and the stretchy nature.
