Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors La Sportiva Bushido is a technical shoe “created for the world of skyrunning competitions”. It is described as super lightweight, sticky and aggressive. Features Uppers: Breathable Air Mesh with “high frequency applied to rip-stop fabric” Lining: Mesh, plus no-sweat lateral mesh inserts Stretch Air Mesh tongue Midsole: Compressed EVA […]
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Last updated: 20-Aug-18 By Steve Diederich The wires have been buzzing ever since the Helios hit the ground last year and, being the curious folk we are, we had to get our feet into a pair to see if the hype matched the reality. Specifications Weight: 240gms Drop Heel 16mm / Toe 14mm / Drop 2mm
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Last updated: 24-Oct-18 By Fiona Outdoors Salomon Trail Gaiters (Low) The gaiters are designed to stop debris and fragments from getting into shoes when running on mixed terrain. Features Fit over the cuff of any running shoe and around the ankle External side closure with Velcro Made of stretchy fabric Sole strap Reflective details Weight: 130g
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Last updated: 24-Oct-18 By Fiona Outdoors Inov-8 Race Ultra Gaiters Made by one of the leading brands in off-road running footwear, the inov-8 gaiters offer a “lightweight and water-resistant gaiter that keeps debris out of the shoe”. Features Fit: Compress close to the ankle, providing the ultimate barrier against debris seeking to enter the shoe.
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors OMM stands for Original Mountain Marathon and the company that sells the Flash Tights has a long history of organising events and taking part in races. OMM Flash Tights 1.0 The OMM Flash tights come in three lengths: 0.5 is a short cut length, the 0.75 is a below-the-knee
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors In winter or on cold mornings in spring and summer, long running tights are a must-own. Here, we review two pairs of technical running tights. SKINS A400 Starlight long tights Part of the technical SKINS A400 compression tights range, the Starlights have extra reflective details for nighttime and dull-day
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors Running tights are a must-have for most ultra runners, especially when training. Wear them in winter or on chillier spring and summer mornings and evenings. Here we look at two different pairs of Helly Hansens. Helly Hansen women’s VTR printed 7/8 capris You will have noticed the growing trend
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors This style of insulated jackets incorporates areas of insulation and areas of stretch or fleece fabric. It creates a jacket that is lighter and thinner although, of course, they will not be as warm as fully-insulated jackets. A hybrid jacket works well as an outer layer on warmer days
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors As insulated jackets have become lighter, they have become more useful, especially if you spend a lot of time outdoors. For ultra runners, who can easily become chilly before or after training and races, there are many benefits to owning an insulated jacket, especially if they are easy to
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors Insulated jackets, whether down, synthetic or a combination of both, are a great product for ultra runners. They offer warmth before and after races and while stopping or overnighting during longer events. Jackets need to be light and packable as well as being warm and wearable. The Helly Hansen
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