Merrell reported that for 2024, the company signed ultra-runner Coree Woltering as an ambassador athlete.
“We are thrilled to welcome Coree to Merrell, as his dedication to running, incredible talent and authenticity resonates with us,” said Merrell Vice President of Brand Marketing Lindsey Lindemulder. “His passion for the outdoors, commitment to excellence, and unique contributions to the running community make him an invaluable addition to our team. Together, we look forward to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of outdoor performance.”
Woltering has competed in some of the most challenging trail races globally, setting the fastest times on the Ice Age Trail and competing in Eco-Challenge Fiji 2019.
Woltering runs in Merrell’s Agility Peak 5 while testing out the Merrell Test Lab (MTL) Long Sky 2 and its new Matryx edition.
“People have been sleeping on Merrell; I’m ecstatic to share the next step in my journey as a trail runner with the brand and be a part of that reawakening,” said Woltering. “Merrell’s dedication to inclusivity, quality and innovation aligns seamlessly with my values as a runner, and I look forward to achieving new heights together. Plus, I will always be a Midwestern kid at heart, so it feels like I’m going back to my roots.”
Merrell also signed Sara Aranda, Morgan Elliott, and Mercedes Siegle-Gaither as its newest Merrell Test Lab (MTL) trail team athletes. The three competed in Merrell’s Get FKT Challenge to earn a spot on the global roster of trail runners wearing the MTL Skyfire 2.
MTL is Merrell’s in-house product incubator, where the company’s designers, working with athletes worldwide, rigorously test prototypes to refine and create products that push the boundaries in the outdoor space.
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