Magellan hit the fitness scene with their Switch Series GPS watch. I will be reviewing the Switch Up with Mounts and Heart Rate Monitor. Let’s see what Magellan has to offer. INTIAL IMPRESSIONS I like the concept of easily removing the GPS unit...
The RaceReady StreamLine Tech T addresses the issue with the headphone cord that may get tangled and/or snagged on something while running. INITIAL IMPRESSIONS For those runners familiar with the RaceReady line of apparel, the StreamLine Tech T is...
The Brooks Cascadia 8 (Women’s Version) has a slightly new redesign compared to the Cascadia 7. Let’s take a look at the new Brooks Cascadia 8. INITIAL IMPRESSIONS I like the new design, that is, thinner upper material. The shoe is approximately 1...
New Balance keeps pushing the limits on trail shoe design. The New Balance Leadville 1210 (MT1210) trail shoe (Women’s Version is the WT1210) is a focus on the “traditional” trail shoe named after the air-sucking race called Leadville Trail...
Sometimes you think – what else can you do with a shoe? Well, a fairly new shoe company has designed a shoe with “CloudTec” element technology – think of garden hose sections on the bottom of your shoes. The Swiss sports company based in Zurich...
The Montrail Badwater Hybrid shoe is designed for the road and trail. INITIAL IMPRESSION The shoe fits true to size and weighs less than 10 oz. The toe box has room, but not too roomy where there is any slipping. However, when measuring the midfoot...
REVIEW FROM FAITH GOSS Initial impression Cute design and color scheme Durable leather upper Interesting variation of lugs Offset lacing pattern Sockliner…no need for socks! Comfortable insert Super flexible Adjustable healstrap Technical Jargon...
REVIEW FROM FAITH GOSS Initial impression: Light shoe Killer lugs on the bottom Good color scheme Good upper for maximum breathability Good stock laces to prevent loosening while running Technical jargon: Retail: $120 Weight: 8 oz 6 mm...
Bryce Thatcher is a pack design genius. Most of us have worn or carried one of his designs from Ultimate Direction, Nathan, and now, UltrAspire. Sometimes you just don’t want to carry a water bottle. The solution besides a hydration pack is...
Could this be the answer – 50 hour battery life? The Suunto Ambit Silver HR ($550) combines a GPS navigation system, altimeter, 3D compass with advanced heart rate monitoring into a well-designed wrist unit for outdoor pursuits and everyday...