No Tag Runners: Adventures, Ultras, and Green Footsteps in Russia
In October 2014, a new running crew was born from the spirit of a relay team at a local Parkrun in Moscow. From that simple start, No Tag Runners has grown into a community that thrives on challenges and shares deep family values. They have been at the forefront of the running movement in their city, inspiring others with their dedication, their love for adventure, and their commitment to each other, which is always celebrated with a good party after every race.
The philosophy of No Tag Runners is perfectly captured in their motto: "Adventures are our destiny." They believe in a type of running that is "Without any borders or restrictions. Always ours, anywhere and everywhere." This spirit of freedom and exploration guides everything they do. They are a crew that constantly prepares for the next big race, but their primary focus is on the shared journey, the family vibes, and the joy of cheering each other on along the way.
A Family of 'Ultrabros' with Green Footsteps
The culture of No Tag Runners is defined by a love for the trail and a unique commitment to their country's landscape. While they compete in all types of relays, their second love is trail running. This passion led to the formation of their "ultrabro group," a small bunch of their craziest members who take on incredible endurance challenges. This journey began in 2017, when the group ran a 110 K race at Russia's largest ultra-trail, finishing together as a brave and inspiring team. In another expression of their connection to the land, the crew has a unique tradition: they "plant" birch trees across the country as they travel for races, a symbolic act of leaving a positive, green footprint wherever they go.
No Tag Runners extends a warm invitation to adventurous runners in Moscow to join their family and be part of their unique journey. For those who believe that running is about more than just the pavement and are looking for a supportive and fun-loving community, they are encouraged to connect via their official social media channels.
The Moscow Running Scene
As a crew with a strong focus on adventure and trail running, No Tag Runners bring a unique flavor to the Moscow running scene. The Russian capital is also home to other vibrant communities, including the large and social Moskva River Runners, who host huge weekly runs along the river embankment, and the pioneering women-only Girl&Sole Running Club. This diverse ecosystem ensures a place for every type of runner.
The city of Moscow is a massive and historic capital that provides a monumental backdrop for a run. Its grand avenues, iconic landmarks, and vast, beautiful green spaces make it a unique and inspiring place to run. The surrounding countryside also offers an incredible and varied landscape for the trail-running adventures that No Tag Runners love.
The nomadic culture of No Tag Runners means they run from various team members' homes, exploring all that Moscow has to offer. This includes runs through major parks, such as Gorky Park, and along the Moskva River. For their trail-loving "ultrabro group," the vast forests on the outskirts of the city provide the perfect training ground. The crew is a major presence at races nationwide. In their home city, the Moscow Marathon is the premier road event. For their trail specialists, a key event is the Golden Ring Ultra Trail (GRUT), one of Russia's largest and most renowned trail races, where their "ultrabro group" was likely forged in 2017.
