At TRN we have produced a number of megabytes talking about the benefits of forefoot striking. We have invited author of the book Tread Lightly: Form, Footwear, and the Quest for Injury-Free Running, Dr. Peter Larson, to the podcast. He has recently...
There is a lot of debate over the various versions of the Brooks Cascadia from “floating” eyelets to lack of traction. Let’s look at the updated Brooks Cascadia 7 ($110). INITIAL IMPRESSIONS The Cascadia 7 comes in slightly...
SKORA is a new shoe company based in Portland, Oregon that is entering the minimalist shoe market. The SKORA Base ($125) is designed as a road shoe. A trail version will be released in Spring 2013. Although a road shoe, a comment from one of our TRN...
The GoLite Dart Lite shoe is advertised as a low-drop, trail running shoe: Specifications Upper: breathable mesh Insole: versatile PreciseFit™ system that can be customized for narrow, medium and wide feet by inserting or removing insole components...
La Sportiva caught my eye with the Vertical K. The C-Lite 2.0 ($110) is no slacker on the trail. Although the C-Lite 2.0 was launched in Spring 2011, I had to review this shoe. INITIAL IMPRESSIONS The C-Lite 2.0 fits snug but very comfortable...
We have several podcasts regarding running efficiency. For those looking to transition to a better running form, a “transitional shoe” may be an option. I have asked Newton Running to provide such a shoe. I will be reviewing the Newton...
The Vasque Mindbender ($110) shoe is advertised as – “A light, rock solid shoe that will take you miles and miles.” It was originally launched in the Spring of 2010. Since that time, there have been few reviews on this shoe (which...
I know Pearl Izumi makes great cycling gear, but what about their trail running products. I will be reviewing the Pearl Izumi Peak II ($120) trail shoe. INITIAL IMPRESSIONS The Peak II is a sub-10 oz lightweight trainer designed to be a...
The Helly Hansen Pace Trail HTXP ($100) trail shoe is a stability shoe with water resistant protection. Let’s take a look at the Pace Trail. INITIAL IMPRESSIONS The Helly Hansen Pace Trail HTXP is a heavy shoe weighing in at 13.45 oz. It...
The Vasque Velocity 2.0 ($120) stayed true to the hiking shoe roots with integrated lightweight breathability of a running shoe. The shoe has an aggressive outsole and reduced upper with a removed medial post making it a more neutral cushioned shoe...
