Daily Trainer

October 11, 2026

HOKA Mafate 5 Review: For ultra miles and rugged terrain

HOKA’s Mafate 5 may not have the Speed moniker attached but has it lost that in the performance too? Esther took to the trails to

October 2, 2026

KIPRUN KIPNEXT CONNECT Review (2026): The First Shoe That Tells You When It’s Worn Out?

The KIPNEXT CONNECT comes with connected technology to tell you when the shoe is done. Does it work as a concept and a shoe? Josh

September 29, 2026

Nike Pegasus Plus 2 Review (2026): A Snappy, Slappy Experience

The Pegasus Plus 2 looks like a hybrid of the Tempo Next% and the Pegasus. Does it ride like either and is it worth your

September 13, 2026

New Balance SC Rebel v1.0 Review (2026): The Best New Balance Shoe?

The SC Rebel is New Balance’s all new super trainer. It takes the Rebel, adds an improved foam and a plate. How does it run?

September 1, 2026

Salomon Aero Blaze 4 Review (2026): An Unsung Hero

The Aero Blaze 4 stands out in a world of ever fancier and more gimmick filled trainers. Find out why its classic simplicity won Silke

August 18, 2026

Rossignol Vercors Review (2026): The Linux of Trail Shoes

The Vercors is Rossignol’s more minimalist take on a daily trail shoe. It might not be for everyone, but is it right for you? Come

August 14, 2026

Brooks Ghost 18 Review (2026): Steady, Stable and Unsurprising

The Ghost 18 remains one of the best selling shoes on the market. How does it hold up in a price bracket of super foamed

August 13, 2026

Diadora Corsa Review (2026): Teenage Kicks

Brooks’ Hyperion Elite 6 is a huge step towards a top level race shoe for the company. Come find why Ivan liked it so much.

August 11, 2026

ASICS Blazeblast Review (2026): One Shoe Bridging Two Worlds

ASICS’ Blazeblast fills the road to trail gap in ASICS lineup. Is it a true Swiss Army knife? Esther looks at its limitations.

norda 055 Review (2026): Ultimate Ultra Trail Running Shoes

The norda 055 might be the best trail shoe of all time. At least, Theo thinks so. Come find out what made him love it