Alex, Katelyn and Michael explain Strava's bold and controversial decision to wall out many third-party apps from its platform. How will runners be affected by this drastic change? Why did the company do this, and what does this move suggest about the future of Strava?

Then, they share their reactions to seeing all the 2025 running shoes and gear in Austin, Texas, at The Running Event, reveals the forthcoming big trends in running over the next 13 months and beyond.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro/Turkey Talk!
07:24 - The Strava API Controversy, Explained
18:37 - What Will Be The 2025 Running Shoe and Gear Trends?

Shoe Notes:

More on the Strava situation:
https://marathonhandbook.com/strava-api-changes/

Watch all of our sneak peek 2025 shoe videos from The Running Event:

2025 On Running Shoes Preview l Cloudboom Strike LS, Cloudflow 5, and Cloudboom Max
https://youtu.be/qoBnduvuaI0

2025 ASICS Running Shoes Preview l ASICS GEL-Nimbus 27, Novablast 5
https://youtu.be/VL4klPNYr7w

2025 Brooks Running Shoes Preview l Glycerin 22, Ghost 17, Hyperion Elite 4 PB, and more
https://youtu.be/luB77AfaoDk

2025 Adidas Running Shoes Preview l Adizero Adios Pro 4 and EVO SL
https://youtu.be/6UCcjK4r8YQ

2025 Saucony Running Shoes Preview l Endorphin Trainer, Endorphin Elite 2, Triumph 23, and more
https://youtu.be/ZecN_9S19yY

2025 The North Face Running Shoes Preview l Vectiv Pro 2, Infinite 3, Enduris 4, and more
https://youtu.be/Mk_sXwffjrY

2025 Hoka Running Shoes Preview l Clifton 10, Bondi 9, Mafate X And More
https://youtu.be/rbbMgxLBgKs

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Alex, Katelyn and Michael are together in-person for the first time ever (!) at The Running Event, in Austin, Texas. The Running Event is basically the best running expo ever, where every brand, from Asics to Nike to Brooks to Hoka provide journalists a sneak peak at next year's shoes.
In this episode, we doll out the Marathon Handbook Awards for:
00:00:00 - Intro Chat!
00:08:47 - Best Running Innovation of 2024
00:16:20 - Best Running Watch of 2024
00:19:02 - Our Must-Have Running Items of 2024
00:35:33 - Best Indie Running Brand of 2024
00:40:02 - Best Trail Shoe of 2024
00:42:50 - Best Everyday Running Shoe of 2024
00:47:30 - Best New Shoe of 2024
00:50:25 - Best Super Trainer of 2024
00:45:44 - Best Super Shoe of 2024
01:01:10 - Best Running Brand
01:11:23 - Best Shoe of 2024

Let us know your picks in the comments!

Hosts: Alex Cyr, Michael Doyle and Katelyn Tocci

Also check out the video version of our pods on YouTube! Find us at: https://www.youtube.com/@marathonhandbook

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Our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael select the best runners, athletes, performances, the biggest controversies and defining moments this year on the roads, track and trails, with our first annual Marathon Handbook Awards!

But to start things off, Michael shares what the trail running scene is like in Hong Kong, as well as the experience of running UTMB TransLantau, one of the premiere ultramarathon events in South East Asia.

Then, they kick off year-in-review season by culling over all the biggest performances, emerging athletes, and the most compelling storylines in running in 2024.

00:00:00 - Intro Chat
00:03:35 - Trail Running in Hong Kong + UTMB TransLantau
00:25:35 - The Biggest Controversy of 2024 Award
00:38:12 - The Defining Moment of 2024 Award
00:52:26 - The Running Event of the Year Award
01:01:22 - Inspirational Runner of the Year Award
01:09:00 - Male Runner of the Year Award
01:18:00 - Female Runner of the Year Award
01:27:04 - Ultra-Trail Runner of the Year Award
01:36:40 - A Special Announcement!

Let us know your picks in the comments!

Hosts: Alex Cyr, Michael Doyle and Katelyn Tocci

Also check out the video version of our pods on YouTube! Find us at: https://www.youtube.com/@marathonhandbook

Further Reading:

Opinion: Why It’s Hard To Trust Ruth Chepngetich’s Marathon World Record:
https://marathonhandbook.com/opinion-why-its-hard-to-trust-ruth-chepngetichs-marathon-world-record/

The Awesomesauce Controversy Explained:
https://youtu.be/bxun7YO-_r4?feature=shared

The Josh Kerr vs. Jakob Ingebrigtsen Rivalry Is Exactly What Track and Field Needs:
https://youtu.be/dbxF4Qo9mqA?feature=shared

Parkrun Records Are Gone To “Promote Inclusivity” And Runners Aren’t Happy About It:
https://marathonhandbook.com/parkrun-records/

Why Lululemon Dropped Ultrarunner Camille Herron | Wikipedia Controversy Explained:
https://youtu.be/919mUxIRZMc?feature=shared

Who Is Jasmin Paris? Meet The First Woman To Finish The Barkley Marathons:
https://marathonhandbook.com/who-is-jasmin-paris/

WATCH: Jasmin Paris Becomes First Woman To Complete The Barkley Marathons:
https://marathonhandbook.com/jasmin-paris-finishes-barkley-marathons/

Is Sifan Hassan Nike's Perfect Replacement for Eliud Kipchoge ?
https://youtu.be/gyHXQmLW2EY

Live from New York! Our NYC Marathon Instant Reaction Pod:
https://youtu.be/hFVnlEIsWXQ

Kelvin Kiptum’s Marathon World Record: Pace and Splits Analysis:
https://marathonhandbook.com/kiptum-marathon-world-record-pace-splits/

WATCH: Olympic Champion Athing Mu Will Not Defend Title In Paris After Nasty Fall In U.S. Trials 800m Final:
https://marathonhandbook.com/athing-mu-2024-us-olympic-trials-fall/

Abbott Announces Sydney Marathon as Newest Addition to the World Marathon Majors:
https://marathonhandbook.com/sydney-marathon-wmm-announcement/

How Boston Marathon Qualification Times Have Changed Throughout History: