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Gear chat LIVE! Shokz Openrun Pro, Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260, Harrier Curbar 5L pack, Torq & Maurten

Gear chat LIVE! Shokz Openrun Pro, Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260, Harrier Curbar 5L pack, Torq & Maurten

by Claire Maxted | May 13, 2022 | Fell shoes, Gear tests, Headphones, Nutrition, Packs, Trail shoes

I’ve been testing out the Inov-8 Parkclaw G 280, the Montane Featherlite Trail Windproof Jacket, the Garmin 245 Music, the 1000 Mile Lite Socks Anklet socks, Joss Naylor’s new range of clothing, Ascendancy Apparel, some eco-friendly leggings from Euphoria, and a...
How strength training makes you a better trail & ultra runner – LeJog record holder Carla Molinaro

How strength training makes you a better trail & ultra runner – LeJog record holder Carla Molinaro

by Claire Maxted | Mar 30, 2022 | HIIT / strength, Interviews with legends, Nutrition, Packs, Trail shoes

Delighted to chat to LeJog world record holder Carla Molinaro about her awesome records, adventures and how she believes simple, regular strength training has played a huge part in her success and staying injury free. Find out how your trail and ultra running too can...
Gear chat LIVE! Shokz Openrun Pro, Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260, Harrier Curbar 5L pack, Torq & Maurten

Gear chat LIVE! Shokz Openrun Pro, Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260, Harrier Curbar 5L pack, Torq & Maurten

by Claire Maxted | Mar 24, 2022 | Fell shoes, Gear tests, Headphones, Nutrition, Packs, Trail shoes

Tonight I’m going to be talking about the Shokz OpenRun Pro bone-conducting headphones, the Inov8 X-Talon Ultra 260 and Brooks Cascadia 16 trail shoes, comparing the new, great value Harrier Curbar 5L running pack to the old one, and sharing some thoughts on the...
Best budget running packs? Harrier Curbar 5L & Kinder 10L running vests REVIEW (only £54 & £59!)

Best budget running packs? Harrier Curbar 5L & Kinder 10L running vests REVIEW (only £54 & £59!)

by Claire Maxted | Nov 23, 2020 | Beginners, Gear tests, Packs

Here’s my review of the Harrier Curbar 5L & Kinder 10L running vests that are amazing value for money at only £54 and £59 respectively. Transparency – I helped with the design of these packs last year, going through all the packs I’ve tested over...
Choose the right RUNNING PACK OR WAISTBELT with expert advice from myRaceKit running stores

Choose the right RUNNING PACK OR WAISTBELT with expert advice from myRaceKit running stores

by Claire Maxted | Aug 17, 2020 | Advice, Gear tests, Packs, Q&A

There are so many trail running packs, vests and waistbelts to choose from, how do you decide which is the best for you? I went to myRaceKit store in Sheffield to see staff member Steve Franklin who shares all the advice you need to choose the perfect one. (Socially...
Ultimate Direction Race Vest / Vesta 5.0 running pack REVIEW (2 reasons why I wouldn’t buy one)

Ultimate Direction Race Vest / Vesta 5.0 running pack REVIEW (2 reasons why I wouldn’t buy one)

by Claire Maxted | Jul 6, 2020 | Gear tests, Packs

I’ve been using the Ultimate Direction Race Vest / Vesta 5.0 running pack (ladies fit) for a couple of months now and I’ve come to the conclusion that I still prefer my Camelbak Ultra Pro 7L (ladies fit size S) pack for the 2 reasons I cover in this...
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