Cornwall ultrarunner sets new Vermont Long Trail speed record — image accompanying Canadian Running's report. Image accompanying Canadian Running’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
On August 21, Cody Taylor from Cornwall, Ontario, completed Vermont’s Long Trail in a record time. He ran 550 miles in 17 days, eight hours, and 42 minutes. Taylor carried his food and gear without resupply options or crew support.
Taylor faced challenging conditions, including wet, rocky terrain and persistent rain. Despite these obstacles, he maintained a positive outlook, emphasizing the learning experience. His pack weight decreased daily as he consumed his supplies. Read more trail coverage.
Taylor's achievement follows his previous FKT on Ontario’s Bruce Trail and a recent out-and-back on New York’s Bob Marshall Traverse. He hints at another long-distance project in the works. Related: Nick Fowler Sets New Pacific Crest Trail Record Without Support.
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Cody Taylor completed the 550-mile trail in 17 days, eight hours, and 42 minutes. On August 21, Cody Taylor from Cornwall, Ontario, completed Vermont’s Long Trail in a record time. He ran 550 miles in 17 days, eight hours, and 42 minutes. Taylor carried his food and gear without resupply options or crew support.
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Runner World published this brief on September 2, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated September 2, 2026.
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