Last updated: 01-Nov-18 By Alice Morrison The last time I used HOKAS for any period of time was for the Marathon des Sables, so I was very interested to try out the Claytons for training on the roads, which is a lot of what I have to do in terms of training, even though I […]
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Last updated: 04-Dec-18 By Steve Diederich In a crowded market with everyone piling into trail shoe production, is there room for a premium priced new entrant from a manufacturer of premium climbing and outdoor gear? Given that Arc’teryx’s parent company Amer Sports owns Salomon, they certainly have pedigree to draw on, so can the Norvan
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors A lightweight and waterproof running jacket is an essential item of kit for most ultra runners. Here we test the Salomon Lightning Pro WP jacket and OMM Ava jacket, following our review of the Patagonia Alpine Houdini and the new Berghaus Hyper 100. Photo credit: Salomon.com Salomon Lightning Pro
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By James Eacott Performance, comfort and freedom. Three things you’re guaranteed to experience with these fantastic shorts from Asics. Features Quick drying fabric Sweat-wicking material Zippered back pocket Anti-odour brief 5-inch inseam Reflective elements UK RRP £29. Pros: What’s to like about the Asics Woven 5” Running Shorts 5-inch shorts, are in
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By James Eacott For a top that’ll see you through both Spring and Summer, look no further than the Asics Seamless LS. It’s versatile, durable and looks fantastic. This is a must-have garment. Features Seamless fabric Motion Therm technology Motion Dry technology Reflective elements UK RRP £40. Pros: What’s to like about
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors A lightweight and waterproof running jacket is usually on the essential kit list for an ultra running race, as well as being an important item of kit for training sessions. When choosing or testing a jacket, I look for one that can be easily packed into a small space
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By James Eacott James spent much of the winter running in tights (or ‘leggings’, to others). Winter in the UK was mild pre-Christmas, but January has seen him run in temperatures predominantly between -5⁰C and +5⁰C, with plenty of mud along the way. He tested two pairs of tights from inov-8 and
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Last updated: 01-Nov-18 By Fiona Outdoors The HOKA ONE ONE Mafate Speed 2 trail running shoe offers maximum cushioning combined with a grippy and durable Vibram outsole. The brand aims this at runners who like trails and long-distance sessions or races. Features Upper: Comfortable and lightweight No Sew SpeedFrame construction External Monomesh screen for improved
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Last updated: 24-Oct-18 Book review by James Eacott Still Not Bionic is the second book by Ira. His first, ‘Fat Man to Green Man: From Unfit to Ultramarathon’ was well received. I haven’t read his first book, but knowing how well received it was – and that you didn’t need to have digested that to
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Last updated: 20-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors Most ultra runners know about the brand inov-8. No doubt, many runners own a few pairs of inov-8 trainers, whether off-road or road versions. Now the company has launched their redesigned ROCLITE collection. A popular choice for hill running, especially when it will be wet and muddy, Roclite shoes
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