Reviews

Looking for the best running gear? Check out our thorough reviews of the latest running shoes, apparel tech gear, nutritional items, and more.

August 13, 2025

ASICS Megablast First Run Review: Simply the best ASICS shoe ever?

ASICS’ Megablast might be the best shoe yet from a brand with a lot of good shoes. Come and find out why inside!

August 11, 2025

HOKA Mafate X Review: A Monster Truck for Effortless Long Runs

HOKA’s Mafate X is a massive shoe which is packed with foam, plates and protection. It offers everything but does it do it well?

norda 008 Review: Built for life beyond the trails

norda’s 008 are slides for runners who want to treat their trail worn feet. A high build quality and incredible grip make these a slide

Skechers Aero Burst Review: Smooth and Surprisingly Stable

The Aero Burst is the long run shoe from Skechers new trio of runners. Thick and very sculpted it looks the part. How does it

Speedland RX:CCD Review: Built to go the Distance

The RX:CCD is Speedland’s first incursion into the road shoe world. Built for 250 miles of Cocodona torment we see how it feels on foot.

Skechers Aero Spark Review: Smooth Rolling Simplicity

The Aero Spark is Skecher’s updated daily trainer. Bringing HYPER BURST ICE and ARCH FIT makes for a comfortable, easy ride.

Topo Athletic Vista Review: The Trail Shoe You Didn’t Know You Needed

The Topo Athletic Vista might open the broad foot brand to a wider audience. Esther put it to the test. See why she loved it.

HOKA Rocket X 3 Review: Durable and Dependable Speed

The HOKA Rocket X 3 is the latest in the line of HOKA’s race day choices. Does this break new ground or is it a

Brooks Hyperion Elite 5 Review: Big Bouncy Bubbles

The Hyperion Elite 5 represents a great leap forward for Brooks’ racing line. A new geometry and design with their PEBA foam. How does it

Brooks Ghost 17 Review: Your Next Dependable Daily Shoe?

The Brooks Ghost 17 is the next iteration of one of the best selling shoes on the market. Does popularity always go to the right

Rossignol Venosk Review: Fun, Lightweight and Ready for More

Rossignol move from the slopes to the trails with the Venosk. How does the lightweight daily trail debut from the brand stack up?

Brooks Hyperion Max 3 Review: Too Much Shoe or Just Enough to Love?

The Hyperion Max 3 brings Brooks’ max stack tempo trainer to the next level. DNA Gold brings the bounce and promises to take us far.

Brooks Cascadia 19 Review: Getting its Groove Back?

Brooks Cascadia 19 releases at the same time as the OG comes back as a fashion piece. Is it still a top contender or is

ASICS Gel Kayano 32 Review: Soft, Sensible and Stable

ASICS’ Gel Kayano 32 brings soft stability to your daily run. For dependability and comfort it is a winner. How does it measure up elsewhere?

Salomon S/LAB STRATOS Review: A Salomon Super Spike

Salomon’s S/LAB STRATOS is the brand’s first foray into track spikes. How does the red rocket measure up to the competition?

New Balance Rebel v5 Review: More Mature, Less Rebellious

New Balance’s Rebel v5 is a less edgy and more cushioned take on the fast favourite. Does it still live up to its name?

Nike Fast Pack Comparison: Which Speedy Shoe is Right for You?

Nike’s Fast Pack contains their race day specials. Alphafly, Vaporfly and now the Streakfly 2 push runners to their peak. Which suits you?

Nike Vaporfly 4 Review: The Original and Still the Best?

Nike’s Vaporfly 4 is the latest iteration of the original super shoe. Is it still the apex predator or have others caught up?

Nike Streakfly 2 Review: This is not a Jogging Shoe

Nike’s Streakfly 2 is what a lot of people hoped the original would be. Aggressive, propulsive and fast. Is it the choice for you?

KIPRUN KD900X LD+ Review: A Podium Shoe for the Masses?

The KD900X LD+ has proven its worth at the top of the podium on some of France’s best runners. Does that translate to the more

KIPRUN Cushion 500 Review: The Right Shoe for Beginners?

KIPRUN’s Cushion 500 is an entry level running shoe to get people moving. Is it the right choice or will it leave you wanting more?

Tracksmith Eliot Racer Review: Crafted For The Elite?

The Eliot Racer continues Tracksmith’s commitment to quality materials and craftsmanship. How does the drop in midsole compare to the pack?

KIPRUN KD900X.2 Review: The Best All Rounder On The Market?

The KD900X.2 might be the best value running shoe on the market today. Find out why Ivan is so fired up in the article!

KIPRUN KD900X Lab Review: The Pinnacle of Performance

KIPRUN’s KD900X Lab is a huge leap forward for the brand. With this, they enter the hypershoe market. How does it stack up against the