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Best way to clean & refresh your running clothing and shoes (quick, easy & makes them last longer!)

Best way to clean & refresh your running clothing and shoes (quick, easy & makes them last longer!)

by Claire Maxted | Mar 9, 2022 | Accessories, Advice, Baselayers, Gear tests, Waterproof jackets, Waterproof trousers

Here’s the best way to clean and revitalise your running clothing and trail shoes in association with Nikwax – environmentally friendly waterproofing and cleaning products. 1 When to clean? 2 Why can’t you use normal detergent? 3 Different cleaning options 4 How...
5 reasons to buy a super bright headtorch (how bright do you need? Best features to look for?)

5 reasons to buy a super bright headtorch (how bright do you need? Best features to look for?)

by Claire Maxted | Dec 29, 2021 | Accessories, Advice, Gear tests, Headtorches

Here are my 5 reasons why you’d want to invest in a super bright headtorch for trail and ultra running, how bright should you go, and what features to look for. It’s powered by Silva the high-quality headtorch company from Sweden, so I’m going to be using this sleek...
Best way to reproof your waterproof running jacket & trousers (machine wash or by hand)

Best way to reproof your waterproof running jacket & trousers (machine wash or by hand)

by Claire Maxted | Dec 6, 2021 | Accessories, Advice, Gear tests, Waterproof jackets, Waterproof trousers

Here’s how to re-proof your waterproof trail running jacket and trousers in association with Nikwax – environmentally friendly waterproofing and cleaning products.  Firstly, how do you know when to reproof your waterproof running jacket and trousers? Why...
Bridgedale’s NEW range of trail running socks – Q&A with a designer

Bridgedale’s NEW range of trail running socks – Q&A with a designer

by Claire Maxted | Apr 22, 2021 | Accessories, blisters, Q&A, Socks, Trail Chat LIVE Q&As with athletes & experts

Bridgedale’s new range of trail running socks – Q&A with a designer This film is sponsored by Bridgedale who have just brought out a new range of trail running socks. They’re my fave brand of sock so I was really pleased to I work with them to...
Best super bright trail/ultra running headtorch 2021 (Petzl, Silva, Black Diamond, LED Lenser, Biolite)

Best super bright trail/ultra running headtorch 2021 (Petzl, Silva, Black Diamond, LED Lenser, Biolite)

by Claire Maxted | Feb 22, 2021 | Accessories, Gear tests, Headtorches

Best super bright headtorch / headlamp for trail & ultra runners 2021 gear review! Here are 7 of the best 500 – 1200 lumens from Petzl, Silva, Biolite, Black Diamond & LED Lenser, from £70 to £150. Scroll down for time stamping & links to buy. @2:02...
Best headtorch for trail & ultra running 2020 – PETZL Iko Core v SILVA Trail Runner Free H? (REVIEW)

Best headtorch for trail & ultra running 2020 – PETZL Iko Core v SILVA Trail Runner Free H? (REVIEW)

by Claire Maxted | Oct 5, 2020 | Accessories, Gear tests, Headtorches

Which is the best new headtorch / headlamp for trail & ultra running in 2020 – the PETZL Iko Core or the SILVA Trail Runner Free H? Hi I’m Claire from Wild Ginger Running and this is my review of the two latest headtorches / headlamps from two of the main,...
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