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5 of the best road-to-trail running shoes 2022 (Inov-8, Brooks, La Sportiva, Arc’Teryx, Merrell)
5 of the best shoes I think are best suited to taking you from road running to trail running. You need a good balance of cushioning and trail feel, more grip than a road shoe, and a similar drop to your usual running shoes to avoid injury. These are all 6-8mm drop. I...
Adidas Terrex Agravic Pro Boa trail running shoe review (2022)
Adidas Terrex Agravic Pro Boa trail running shoe review with their new, easy-to-use, BOA L6 dial lacing system. What did I think of these futuristic-looking trail running shoes? Yes, it's sponsored by BOA but my views are my own. Have you got a pair of these or are...
Gear chat LIVE! Shokz Openrun Pro, Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260, Harrier Curbar 5L pack, Torq & Maurten
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...
Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260 V2 quick, honest review (plus 3 other super grippy shoes compared)
Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260 V2 quick, honest review (plus 3 other super grippy shoes compared). PLEASE NOTE I tested a size 6.5 UK X-Talon not a size 6 as I for some reason said in this review! So both the Inov-8 shoes I tested are both size 6.5 UK....
How strength training makes you a better trail & ultra runner – LeJog record holder Carla Molinaro
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
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 grippy shoe for trail & ultra running 2021 (Inov8, Salomon, Hoka, Scott, La Sportiva, Saucony + more)
Best grippy shoe for trail & ultra running 2021 from Inov8, Salomon, Hoka, Scott, La Sportiva, Saucony, Walsh and new brand NVii, tested by trail, fell and ultra runner Vicky Mousley. Which one(s) will be best in test for 2021?...
Choose the right TRAIL RUNNING SHOE with expert advice from myRaceKit running stores
There are so many trail running shoes 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 pair. (Socially distanced filming)...
Scott Supertrac RC 2 review (grippy trail, mountain & ultra running shoe)
This is my review of the Scott Supertrack RC 2 super grippy trail running shoes for trail, mountain and ultra running races. I really like them a lot but there is one quite major downside to the fit for my shape of foot. I've managed to tweak them so I can wear them...