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Thursday, December 31, 2020

Reebok Floatride Run Fast Pro Review

Reebok recently made a massive resurgence in the performance footwear world over the last couple of years. Everything from daily trainers to racing shoes have been revamped and utilizing the newest technologies within the industry. Aimed at being a top tier low profile racing shoe, the Reebok Run Fast Pro features their Floatride foam at a sub 4 ounce package for those looking to have the lightest combination of weight and responsiveness on their feet. 

Sunday, December 27, 2020

Asics FujiTrabuco Lyte Review

    Finding lightweight trail shoes can be difficult. The market currently looks more toward maximally cushioned shoes.  Additionally, trail shoes in general are heavier due to different upper and sole design compared to road shoes. So for those looking for lightweight trainers or racing flats on trails are limited to only a couple options. The Asics FujiTrabuco Lyte is one of them. Asics usually isn't a company I associate with trail running, but the company is making some interesting product moves recently. As someone with a preference for lightweight trainers, this is a shoe I had to get on my feet now that I have whole set of trails a mile from my house. Even though I have several other trails shoes now, I keep reaching for this one. Let's talk about why. 

 


Saturday, December 26, 2020


Rabbit has been delivering some very comfortable and durable apparel for a while now. The EZ Tee SS (short sleeve) and LS (long sleeve) are no different and utilize their comfortable polyester and spandex hybrid material for a shirt that is comfortable for nearly any effort. As in the title though, this is for those easy day efforts, and for when you also want to look good doing your thing.

If you haven't heard of rabbit before, here are a couple things that define their company. They are a women-founded company that puts an emphasis on sustainable and ethical manufacturing. Based out of Santa Barbara, CA, they do all their manufacturing and product development within the state of California, keeping tabs on each step of production.

Sunday, December 13, 2020

Saucony Kinvara 12 Multiple Tester Review

The original Kinvara was a major standout in the industry. A lightweight trainer with a lower drop that had enough cushion to train with but was light enough to race with. This was incredible for a high 7 ounce shoe at the time, given that most lightweight trainers still sat in the low 9 oz range. This shoe has evolved over time and edges slightly back and forth between more trainer and more racer. These were subtle shifts until this version. The Kinvara 12 takes a far faster and more aggressive turn than previous versions, but still has the essence of a shoe that can handle both training, racing and everything in between.


Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Saucony Guide 14 Review

The Saucony Guide 14 is a daily mileage stability trainer from Saucony that has been around and refined for a long time. The shoe features an updated upper to make the shoe more streamlined, feel lighter on foot and continues to utilize PWRUN cushioning as seen in the Kinvara and Ride models.

 


Saturday, December 5, 2020

Saucony Hurricane 23 Multiple Tester Review
By Chief Editor Matt Klein and Senior Contributors David Salas and Nathan Brown

The Saucony Hurricane series is a long standing premium stability shoe. Generally featuring plush cushioning and a high level of stability, version 23 returns almost completely redone. The previous version suffered from an identify crisis (REVIEW), while the Hurricane 23 makes a clear statement. Featuring massive upper and outsole updates with traditional posting, the evolution of the ride of this shoe is quite dramatic and further emphasizes Saucony's performance focus.

Wednesday, December 2, 2020

On Cloudboom Review


     The On Cloudboom is one of the more recent carbon plated distance racers to enter the market. With a high price point of $200 this shoe is meant to stack up against the highest of competitors. On has been making a lot of big moves as a company with acquiring athletes in 2020 and has made me deeply interested in their plans of competing at the next level. The Cloudboom is a nicely constructed racing shoe with the detailed review below. 


Specifications (per On Running)
Weight: 7.94 ounces
Stack Height: Not provided
Drop: 9 mm
Classification: Distance Racer, 10k to Marathon