The 14 best trail running shoes recommended by pros
If you’re new to trail running, you might wonder why you can’t just wear your regular running shoes. You can — they just won’t work as well. Trail running shoes are designed to handle wilder conditions...
View ArticleShould you try Jogology's running socks?
The Jogology brand began with three runner friends: Luke Rowe and Bert and Tanya Pictor. “Our hope is that Jogology will help all runners, no matter their level, reach their destination in ultimate...
View ArticleLet's put GORUCK's Rough Runners to the test
When GORUCK began in 2008, Jason McCarthy was in the Special Forces and Emily McCarthy was in the CIA. The two co-founders started their gear company out of Emily’s house in West Africa. Their goal was...
View ArticleHere's how Injinji changed my mind about toe socks
One of my friends swears by Injinji toe socks. She touts the lack of rubbing that leaves her toes blister-free, even on long runs. I was skeptical, having not worn toe socks since childhood. My main...
View ArticleReviewing Diadora's new comfy, vegan running shoe
The new Mythos Blushield Volo 4 W 2030 is currently my favorite running shoe. When I first put them on, they felt cushier than my regular shoes and a bit too big. They also featured a wider toe box....
View ArticleLet's test out NORTIV 8's Cloud Harmony Athleisure Sneakers
The Cloud Harmony Women’s Athleisure sneakers have a sleeker profile than the other NORTIV 8 shoe I tried out, the Cloud Walk. NORTIV 8 describes the Cloud Harmony as “tennis sneakers” and recommends...
View ArticleGet your athleisure on with these eco-sneakers from Kokolu
What can you expect from Kokolu’s new athleisure wear sneakers? If you’re a color freak like me, you’ll find the bright designs so dang cheerful. The yellow Comfort Knit Sneakers I tried featured shiny...
View ArticleVenturing into the zero drop shoe world with Xero HFS II
Trying out Xero’s HFS II shoe was my first foray into the barefoot shoe movement. Barefoot shoes are characterized by minimalist design and a zero heel drop. This means there’s no difference in the...
View ArticleHow to get started with a massage gun
Runners often look for the magic tools that will ease muscle soreness and heal running injuries — or better yet, prevent them. With so many on the market, it’s hard to know which are money well spent....
View Article12 road trip essentials for your travel packing list
Who doesn’t love a good road trip? America’s passion for road trips has a deep history dating back to the 1920s. Authors like John Steinbeck have penned poignant novels about the American road trip,...
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