Reviews

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

December 28, 2024

Our Surprise of 2024

The surprise of 2024 is the shoe which really blew us away when we weren’t expecting it. Maybe an upgrade of an old fave, maybe

December 27, 2024

Our Favourite Trail Shoe of the Year 2024

Trail shoe of the year 2024 is here! Esther and Theo make their picks for the best all rounders on the market. Did yours make

December 17, 2024

Top Athletic Specter 2 Review: Fun Forefoot Feels

Topo Athletic’s Specter 2 is a Pebax Powered, unplated trainer which offers a versatile ride for a variety of runners. Come find out why.

December 15, 2024

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24 Review: Soft, Versatile Stability

Brooks’ Adrenaline GTS 24 offers premium comfort and high end stability for those who need it. Read on to find out how.

December 13, 2024

Brooks Launch 11 Review: Lightweight, Fuss Free Fun

Brooks’ Launch 11 offers a fun package for a small price. Without bells and whistles but everything a shoe needs, is there a catch?

December 11, 2024

Brooks Glycerin 22 Review: The Glycerin Gets New DNA

Brooks’ Glycerin 22 brings a whole new feel to the line. The DNA Tuned material replaces the Loft. What difference does this make?

December 10, 2024

Diadora 2025 Line Up Preview: Keeping it Simple

The Diadora 2025 line up sees mainly minor tweaks to most of their shoes. But, if it ain’t broke, why fix it? Come take a

December 10, 2024

adidas adizero Adios 9 review: interval sessions have a new King

The adidas adios 9 is a speed rocket for intervals, sessions and 5/10k races. But be careful, it lost some stability. Read more here.

December 9, 2024

Saucony 2025 Line Up Preview: Make it Mutant

The Saucony 2025 line up has some new delights and a reprise of a much loved colourway. Come see what’s on offer.

December 8, 2024

Altra 2025 Line Up Preview: Inflation Busting Updates

The Altra 2025 line up brings some fun updates to existing models while also introducing a couple of new treats. Come see what they are.

December 7, 2024

Altra Mont Blanc Carbon Review: Perfectly Named

The Mont Blanc Carbon is designed for running UTMB. Our elite trail contributor, Theo, thinks it might be perfect for it. Find out why.

December 7, 2024

X-BIONIC TerraSkin X00/C Review: A Divided Debut

The X-BIONIC TerraSkin X00/C is a trail running system with a very unique look and a tremendous price. Is it worth the purchase?

December 6, 2024

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 Preview: Viva Vibram!

The Saucony Xodus 4 Ultra brings Vibram back to the Saucony stable for the first time in a while. What else does it bring to

December 5, 2024

On 2025 Line Up Preview: Moving On to the Max!

The On 2025 line up takes us to the max. The Cloudsurfer gets a big sibling, there is a treat for midpack runners and we

December 4, 2024

Topo Athletic 2025 Line Up Preview: Cushioned Comfort For All

The Craft 2025 line up brings a range of new uppers and lasts to fix fit issues in previous versions. What else have they changed?

December 3, 2024

Craft 2025 Line Up Preview: Fixing the Fit

The Craft 2025 line up brings a range of new uppers and lasts to fix fit issues in previous versions. What else have they changed?

December 2, 2024

Under Armour 2025 Line Up Preview: From the Track to High Stack

The Under Armour 2025 line up brings collaborations and super fast spikes. It also has a very appealing budget trainer. Take a look.

December 1, 2024

La Sportiva 2025 Line Up Preview: Prodigio Power!

The La Sportiva 2025 line up sees all things Prodigio. From racing fast trails to cushioned ultramarathons, you can be Prodigio powered.

December 1, 2024

Joma 2025 Line Up Preview: Carbon Plates for Small Budgets

The Joma 2025 Line Up offers three carbon plated shoes for a range of runners. They also offer affordability for tighter budgets.

November 30, 2024

The North Face 2025 Line Up Preview: Built For Fast Trails

The North Face 2025 line up takes us off road, fast. Two shoes to get you motoring through the mountains and some fun new technology

November 29, 2024

CEP Omnispeed Preview: Bowtech Bounce

The Omnispeed it the culmination of CEP’s journey from a medical compression company to a shoe maker. What’s it all about?

November 29, 2024

Mount to Coast 2025 Line Up Preview: Taking it to the Trails

The Mount to Coast 2025 line up wants you to run everywhere. From the trails to the roads around your house, they’ll take you there.

November 28, 2024

Salomon 2025 Line Up Preview: Upgrades on Road and Trail

The Salomon 2025 line up brings big upgrades to both road and trail. Gravel runners might want to check in to, they have something for

November 28, 2024

PUMA 2025 Line Up Preview: Laced Up and Fast Trails

The PUMA 2025 line up sees a rule breaker gaining a little more tradition and a foray into the fast trail space. What’s on offer?