Hoka One One Mafate Speed 2 Review The Hoka Mafate Speed 2 Trail Shoe from Hoka has been my training and racing shoe for the last ten weeks. The Hoka Mafate Speed 2 review below will cover my favourite aspects of the shoe and how it performed for me, along with any areas that let the shoe down. After spending many training hours in the Mafate Speed 2, along with some races, I have clocked up 824km so far….
Coros Comparison – 2019 Coros is a very new company to the sports GPS watch scene. They have attracted a lot of attention due to entering the market with very competitive pricing whilst producing a watch comparable to the big names (ie Garmin and Suunto). Of note is their superior battery life, being particularly appealing to the ultra running community. Making Their Mark With the Coros Pace first hitting the stores in early 2018, the company has come a…
Best Winter Running Gloves We have put together our top gloves for cold weather running. Having extensively researched the best running gloves on the market to give you our selected top choices. When considering which gloves would be best for you, the following questions need to be considered- Do you need them for extreme cold or just fresh winter morning runs ? Is waterproof a must ? Will you be running in the dark and like some reflective…
2019 Best Waterproof Jackets Review When the colder months come around, its time to pull out the running jacket to keep your time out on the trail warm, dry and enjoyable. We have done all the work for you, sourcing the best waterproof running jackets on the market based on the essential features needed for trail running. Whether you are looking for a new race-specific, or day-to-day waterproof jacket, we have compiled the best and narrowed down our top picks….
Trail Running Headlamp Review Getting out on the trail early, late evening or going for an ultra distance can mean you are going to run into darkness at some point. When road running in and around built up areas, you generally have street lights to guide you. When you venture out onto a dark trail, you will need the help of a headlamp to guide you safely and make your run enjoyable. When deciding what type of lamp is…
Best Trail Running Vest For Your Run Considering what you need or want to bring along with you on a long trail run or a race, the right vest can have a huge impact on your comfort and economy. There are many options out there now which incorporate great design features for carrying everything from water to a small tent! What you specifically want or need in a vest will impact what choice you make. Are you heading out for…
With advances in technology progressing at a rapid rate the amazing features available to us in a sports watch are now phenomenal. I can remember years ago buying one of my first sports specific watches and being so excited that I could look down and see my actual pace! How things have come along. Let’s take a look at some of the best trail running watches available now. Related article: Running Training Schedule The most up to date watches…
As a newcomer to either running or trail running the question over what type of shoe you need to invest in and whether there really is much difference between them often comes up. The debate over trail running shoes vs running shoes does bring in several good arguments with many factors to consider. Where to Start? When starting out, a good supportive running shoe will be fine for smooth, relatively easy trails but when the trails get more technical there…