By Sarah Cooke A running vest that can hold sufficient water to get you between checkpoints or through your long run which also has space for everything on your kit list is an important item for most ultra runners. I tried a few different ones when I first started running long distances but have been …
Last updated: 22-Jan-21 By Fiona Outdoors The new inov-8 Mudclaw G 260 joins the “Graphene Grip” running shoe collection at inov-8. The launch of the shoe alongside the inov-8 Terraultra G 260 and the inov-8 F-Lite G 290 last summer was delayed to make further improvements to the upper. During that time, inov-8 ambassador and …
Last updated: 07-Nov-18 By Luke Jarmey When you carry a sleeping bag as a runner, you want it to be light… and I mean really light. However, as our multi day trail runs often take place in rather inhospitable environments, be it mountain, desert or just blooming wet n’ windy UK moorland, it’s critical that …
Last updated: 08-Apr-19 By James Eacott According to HOKA ONE ONE, the Torrent is a ‘super lightweight, nimble, and technical trail racer which allows you to tackle a variety of terrain at any speed’. Let’s see, shall we! Features Open engineered mesh construction PROFLY midsole Multidirectional lugs Protective outlays Weight: 254g (size EU 42) Forefoot …
Last updated: 27-Dec-18 By Fiona Outdoors No doubt, you will have heard the news of inov-8’s “revolutionary world-first in sports footwear”. The British brand has teamed up with the University of Manchester to become the first company to incorporate graphene into running and fitness shoes. Why graphene? Among many other things, graphene is very strong, …
Last updated: 24-Oct-18 By Fiona Outdoors Runderwear is a multi-award winning brand that makes performance underwear for sports people. The company is dedicated to making underwear that is seamless, moisture wicking and chafe-free. There is nothing worse than underwear that chafes – and this is especially important for people who run long distances. Sweat, skin …
Last updated: 16-Aug-18 By James Eacott Steve Diederich reviewed Purition shakes a couple of years ago, but the company is growing fast and we were keen to see how the products have developed. Purition makes a firm stance in the supplement market by using only natural ingredients – be it nuts, seeds, whey protein and …
Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors Many more women runners are choosing to wear a shorts-and-skirt combination called a skort. I have been testing the SkinFit Vento Trail Skirt for a wide range of running and over several months. Features Windproof Water-repellent Teflon treatment Very breathable Quick drying Longer fitted shorts Hidden side pocket in …
Last updated: 24-Oct-18 By Alice Morrison Winter runs mean head torches for almost everyone and it might not only be the darkness that is getting in your way. I tested this torch out on an epic climb of Ben Nevis. We started late so the whole descent was whilst it was snowing and in the …
Last updated: 24-Oct-18 By Fiona Outdoors If you need water on the run and do not want to carry a large hydration bladder or you want to rely on the water you find in rivers and lakes, the MSR TrailShot Microfilter delivers clean water every time. I have been testing the gadget in all kinds …
