Esther's publications

ASICS MetaFuji Trail 2 Review (2026): Schoolboy Racer for the Elite

The MetaFuji Trail 2 is a reworked version of the unstable, wild original. Has it become more accessible to a wider range of runners?

ASICS Fuji Lite 7 Review (2026): From Budget Feel to Performance Appeal

ASICS’ Fuji Lite 7 is a much more serious trail shoe than the previous version. Come find out what changes rocked Esther’s world.

Brooks Cascadia 20 Review: A Lot to Love and a Little Heartbreak

Brooks’ Cascadia 20 is looking like a real banger of a shoe. Raoul and Esther have taken it to the trails. Read on to see

KIPRUN KIPSUMMIT MAX Review: From Bargain Bin to Start Line Contender

KIPRUN’s KIPSUMMIT MAX is another step on the road to the top for the once bargain basement brand. How does it take to the trails?

HOKA Zinal 3 Review: Back to the Future

HOKA’s Zinal 3 takes the shoe in a new direction. But who is it for? Will it attract new buyers to the HOKA brand or

Altra Experience Wild 3+ Review: More Drop for a Wilder Ride?

Altra’s Experience WIld 3+ brings Vibram to the outsole to add some extra grip to the shoe. Does this make it a must buy package?

Brooks Cascadia Elite Review: Can a Podium Shoe Help The Masses?

The Brooks Cascadia Elite is the brand’s premium trail racer. Is it only for the best of the best or can we all benefit from

HOKA Speedgoat 7 Review: King of Hearts or Heartbreak High?

The Speedgoat 7 is fantastically grippy and versatile trail shoe which could add to anyone’s rotation. Come find out more from our trailers.

Topo Athletic Pursuit 3 Review: Made for Mud not Catwalks

The Topo Athletic Pursuit 3 is not going to win any beauty contests but it will love a wallow in the mud. What else does

February 25, 2026

SCOTT Kinabalu Ultra Review: Swiss Design, Ultra Ambition

SCOTT’s Kinabalu Ultra brings a high-stacked package to the longest distances. Does it run as well as it looks? Our trail team find out.