Last updated: 16-Aug-18 By Alice Morrison I know of few pleasures greater than stepping out in a new pair of socks. Those runs are always good runs. Here I test out four sets of socks designed for different terrains and distance. Prepare yourself for a veritable smorgasbord of socks. Bridgedale Speed Trail Overall score: 8/10 […]
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Alice Morrison When I think of Ronhill, I think of the classic (and brilliant) running/hiking leggings that are so ubiquitous with the hill walkers and fell runners of the UK so I was really interested to try out their new Pure Running range. Features Powerlite fabric High content of Elastane provides
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Alice Morrison The Ronhill Trail Cargo Contour Capri is part of its Pure Running range. I tried it out on a longer trail run over moderate ground and in average temperatures. Features Powerlite fabric High content of Elastane provides excellent support with great stretch and recovery 2 leg pockets for portage of
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors The Montrail FluidFlex FKT (Fastest Known Time) trainers promise to deliver “the perfect blend of flexibility, breathability, fit and traction”. Montrail adds: “The FluidFoam midsole build brings ideal cushioning while deep-flex grooves and forefoot TrailShield outsole work together to deliver on guidance and protection. The FKT is for trail
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Last updated: 20-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors Saucony invite you to: “Answer the call of the wild with confidence when you lace up the brand new Peregrine 6.” So I did. Relatively easy of course, in the hills of Scotland. Features Firm and responsive cushioning Neutral support EVERUN heel insert New PWRTRAC outsole for “traction to
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Last updated: 16-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors The running jacket is described as a “highly practical and highly effective super lightweight windproof jacket”. It also has the advantage of being “quickly and easily packed up into its own sleeve and carried via an elastic strap at the waist or chest”. Features LOGIC Windproof fabric, which is
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Last updated: 16-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors The running footwear and apparel specialists inov-8 have created two windproof outer layers for runners. The names are the same, except one is FZ (full zip) and the other is HZ (half zip) jacket. The items have other differences, too. This review is the Race Elite Windshell HZ. Also
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Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors The running specialists inov-8 have created two windproof outer layers for runners. The names are the same, except one is FZ (full zip) and the other is inov-8 Race Elite Windshell HZ (half zip) jacket. The items have other differences, too. This review is the Race Elite Windshell FZ.
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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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