It’s finally here – a Hoka with width! Let’s take a look at the Hoka Constant. INITIAL IMPRESSION The Constant is designed for the runner looking for maximum cushioning with built-in stability. Those runners also looking for a wider width – the...
Brooks’ 3rd version of the PureGrit model. Let’s take a look at the new update. INITIAL IMPRESSSIONS The PureGrit 3 came in at 10 oz (~284 g) with a 4 mm drop. Each version has slightly increased in weight (9.15 oz (1st Version) & 9.7 oz (2nd...
The long awaited update to the MT110 version is here from New Balance. I have not run in the first iteration of this shoe, thus my review will be limited to version 2. Let’s take a look at the MT110 V2. INITIAL IMPRESSSIONS The MT110 V2 came in at...
The Mafate Speed – Hoka’s with traction! Let’s take a look at the Mafate Speed. INITIAL IMPRESSIONS The Mafate Speed fits well, but feels a little narrow. With a 35mm in the heel and 31mm in the forefoot, they still feel light on the feet. They...
“New style in the Icebug running line! Ardor is a durable off trail and orienteering shoe for training and racing when a higher level of shock absorption is desired.” The ”OLX” is the Icebug’s traction technology for off trail shoes. Yes, there are...
How many versions can a shoe go through and still maintain their success? Runner’s World has selected the Cascadia 9 as their Editor’s Choice for the Spring 2014 trail shoe guide. For you Cascadia lovers, Version 9 did not stray too far from last...
HERE to listen to our audio review of the Montrail FluidFlex 2 4 mm drop 8.3 oz $90 Seems to run ½ size bigger than Mt. Masochist Good Big Montrail fan (owned ½ dozen VERY lightweight minimal shoe with the additional cushioning very flexible Good...
HERE to listen to our audio review. If you want to look fast from the ankle down the Salomon S-Lab Ultra Sense is the shoe for you. Salomon builds this shoe as a light weight (8.5oz), minimalist trail racer. It seems as if Salomon understands...
Wow! Super light (sub-7 oz) in a zero drop package with ample protection! INITIAL IMPRESSIONS The Saucony Virrata 2 fit true to size. You will notice an update to the upper – a “breathable and quick-drying mono mesh upper.” I think it is a great...
The Altra Torin 1.5 is classified as “high cushioning” in a neutral platform. INITIAL IMPRESSIONS The Torin 1.5 comes in at 10.9 oz (309 grams). The stack height is listed as 27 mm. I believe this includes the insole. Running warehouse measures the...