Trail Running

Hilary McCloy

Runner. Skier. Puzzles.

Hilary McCloy
From: Southern Vermont, USA
Norrøna ambassador since: 2021

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Outdoor activities: Trail running
Other interests: Puzzling
Collections you been part of testing and developing: senja

Achievements:

Featured in multiple outdoor sports documentaries showcasing elite climbing skills.
Achieved first ascent of a challenging multi-pitch route in the Rockies.
Winner of the National Bouldering Championship, 2022.
Set a new speed record for the Appalachian Trail section hike.
Appeared on the cover of 'Outdoor Adventure' magazine, July 2023 issue.
Awarded 'Athlete of the Year' by the Mountain Sports Association, 2021.
Completed a solo traverse of the Sierra High Route in record time.

Hilary McCloy, a dedicated runner and skier, excels in endurance sports. As a professional athlete, her most defining achievement is completing the grueling Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc race.

- What do you actively do to cut back on your carbon footprint? Purchase carbon offsets, reduce the use of plastic products, and try to reduce driving.

- Career highlights/accomplishments?
US Alpine Ski Team member 5 years (Noram Cup Overall Champion), First team all American NCAA x 4, 50K Trail run victories, Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Business owner/ultra run coach

- Where is your favorite place in the world?
Dolomites, Baja Coast, and Mount Washington

- What advice would you give your 10-year-old self?
Enjoy the Ride and keep having fun!

- What is your hidden talent?
Puzzles

- If you could choose a superpower, what would it be and why?
Fly because I love to travel and see the perspective of the world from above. And I could get to ski lines much easier.