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Category: Running

Pricey Suunto "Running Pack" Put to the Test

Pricey Suunto “Running Pack” Put to the Test

September 19, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Contributor Chelsey Magness gets geeky with her training regimen for a month via Suunto and the company’s new M5 Running Pack, which includes an HR strap and a “foot pod” to track pace and speed in real-time on a run.

'Shape-Ups' Shoe a Nonstarter for Serious Runners

‘Shape-Ups’ Shoe a Nonstarter for Serious Runners

September 16, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

These rocker-soled Skechers are touted to promote a “natural running” gait; our testers vehemently disagreed. “To me, while running on pavement, the Shape-ups shoe felt bulky and weird,” noted one tester in our review.

Inexpensive, No-Fuss MP3 Player good for Running, Exercise

Inexpensive, No-Fuss MP3 Player good for Running, Exercise

August 18, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

This miniature music player from Sandisk is not made for the outdoors specifically — it is not “ruggedized” and water will kill it. But for training and around-town use, the no-fuss unit is just what Gear Junkie needed.

Puretoes 'Not-a-Sock' Foot Coverings

Puretoes ‘Not-a-Sock’ Foot Coverings

August 17, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

“It’s not a sock, it’s a foot-cover!” That’s the tagline for Puretoes, a new sock-like product with holes for toes and grip material on the soles.

FiveFingers go Casual, For Kids

FiveFingers go Casual, For Kids

August 10, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Vibram has announced a line of “lifestyle” models for spring 2012, including FiveFingers shoes made for daily wear and two small toe-shoe models for kids.

Split-Toe, Minimalist 'Octopus' Adventure Shoe

Split-Toe, Minimalist ‘Octopus’ Adventure Shoe

August 10, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

A mesh upper, a split-toe design, and “octopus tentacle”-inspired detailing on the sole make the to-be-released Maliko from OluKai Inc. one of the most unique water shoes we’ve ever seen.

Speed Hiker! Pharr Davis sets Record on Appalachian Trail

Speed Hiker! Pharr Davis sets Record on Appalachian Trail

July 31, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

A new speed record was set this weekend for a complete thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. Gear Junkie gets an exclusive on what it took for speed-hiker extraordinaire Jennifer Pharr Davis to run/hike the 2,181-mile AT in just 46 days.

Lycra-Wrapped, Sticky-Sole 'Mountain-Running' Shoe

Lycra-Wrapped, Sticky-Sole ‘Mountain-Running’ Shoe

July 29, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

It won’t be for sale until 2012. But the just-announced Vertical K shoe from La Sportiva undoubtedly has fanatics of running steep mountain trails drooling already.

Interview: Ultra-Running Phenom Kilian Jornet

Interview: Ultra-Running Phenom Kilian Jornet

July 27, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Fresh off a victory at the Western States Endurance Run, a prestigious 100-mile ultra race, Kilian Jornet talks gear, nutrition for endurance sports, and the limits of a human body on the run.

Primer on 'Toe Shoes'

Primer on ‘Toe Shoes’

July 27, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

The phenomenon of shoes with articulated toes is one of the strangest product trends in recent years, if not ever. This article provides a baseline look at the small industry surrounding the growing genre of footwear made with slots for toes.

Barefoot Copycat: Vibram Suing Fila USA

Barefoot Copycat: Vibram Suing Fila USA

July 19, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Five-toed shoes are a strange phenomenon in the outdoors space. But for Vibram, the Italian maker of FiveFingers, articulated “foot gloves” are big business, and, as demonstrated this week with Fila, copycats will be taken to court.

'Barefoot-Style' Shoes for Hipsters

‘Barefoot-Style’ Shoes for Hipsters

July 15, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Good-looking and minimal, a new company, Kigo Footwear, makes an attempt to distinguish itself from the myriad barefoot-style options now for sale. Gear Junkie tests the shoe running and gets back only mediocre results.

Recap: Gear Junkie's Summer Shoe & Boot Reviews

Recap: Gear Junkie’s Summer Shoe & Boot Reviews

July 8, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

From minimalist trail shoes to full-leather boots, Gear Junkie offers a roundup of some of this year’s most intriguing footwear makes. Pick out your optimal shoe and lace up to hit the trail!

Ultra Trail du Mont-Blanc 'Virtual Race'

Ultra Trail du Mont-Blanc ‘Virtual Race’

July 7, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

New Facebook app lets you virtually run the 166KM Ultra Trail du Mont-Blanc race plus sign up for swag and a potential trip to Chamonix.

U.S. Army Bans Vibram FiveFingers

U.S. Army Bans Vibram FiveFingers

July 6, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

As reported around the barefoot-minded blogosphere this week, the U.S. Army has banned Vibram FiveFingers and all other “toe-shoes” because they “detract from a professional military image.”

'Do-All' Sport Utility Stroller

‘Do-All’ Sport Utility Stroller

June 28, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Our writer, a new dad, tests a stroller made for jogging and outdoors activities in everyday life. With large wheels, knobby tread and a suspension system, the stroller proves overkill (in a good way!) for most any kid-transporting task.

Test: Grape and Coconut Sports Drinks

Test: Grape and Coconut Sports Drinks

June 27, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Thirsty? Our writer tests three new hydration drinks, including grape-flavor Nuun tablets and a crystallized coconut palm nectar with high amounts of maltodextrin added for energy in a liquid form.

Shoe Made For 'Mountain Running'

Shoe Made For ‘Mountain Running’

June 23, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Last summer, Gear Junkie put a made-for-the-mountains running shoe to the test on the 15-mile Jupiter Peak Steeplechase race in Utah. The shoe, La Sportiva’s Crosslite model, has since proved its worth in a variety of trail-running environments.

Test: New Balance Minimus MT10 Trail Shoe

Test: New Balance Minimus MT10 Trail Shoe

June 9, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

New Balance’s light and flexible new trail runner, the Minimus Trail, is so different from most of the market that it regularly gets mistaken as an aqua sock. Gear Junkie gives a complete review.

UK Gear Shoes: 1000-Mile Guarantee

UK Gear Shoes: 1000-Mile Guarantee

May 25, 2011 | By tcworley

Running shoes designed with aid from a British military unit and rated to go 1,000 miles? That’s the claim from UK Gear with its PT-1000 running shoes. Our writer puts some miles down for a test.

Anti-Shoe: Silicone 'Foot Glove' with Five Toes

Anti-Shoe: Silicone ‘Foot Glove’ with Five Toes

May 23, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

A new entry into the shoes-with-toes niche, the Evoskin from Inov-8 Ltd., is a direct vie for Vibram FiveFingers advocates. The pure-silicone shoe offers an experience that is “akin to running without shoes on,” our reviewer cites.

High-Tech Running Clothes: Salomon 'Sensifit' Line

High-Tech Running Clothes: Salomon ‘Sensifit’ Line

May 10, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

You might look like Spiderman all dressed up in the EXO clothing. But any weird looks you get are worth it for the performance gains this techy new apparel line from Salomon can offer.

Super-Size Trail Running Shoes

Super-Size Trail Running Shoes

May 9, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Touted to have oversize geometry, copious cushioning, and a 30-percent bigger footprint overall, Tecnica’s new line of jumbo trail-running shoes turns the current “minimalist” footwear trend on its head. Gear Junkie gave the company’s Diablo Max model a thorough run test.

Gear Report: 'America’s Toughest Road Marathon'

Gear Report: ‘America’s Toughest Road Marathon’

May 6, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Gear Junkie ran the Blue Ridge Marathon last month, cited as “America’s toughest.” This post breaks down the road-running shoes, apparel and equipment he used to conquer the hilly, 26.2-mile course.

5 Tips: 'Wilderness Running'

5 Tips: ‘Wilderness Running’

May 3, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Combine high-output bushwhacking and wilderness navigation mixed with sections where you run on trail — that’s “wilderness running,” an esoteric activity most often seen in the sport of orienteering and adventure racing. Gear Junkie gives a primer.

Inov-8 Road Runners

Inov-8 Road Runners

April 25, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

U.K.-based shoemaker known for its trail runners now has a line of shoes made for the road. Gear Junkie gets on a test, including a 26.2-mile race in the unique new smooth-sole shoes.

Race Report: 'America’s Toughest Marathon'

Race Report: ‘America’s Toughest Marathon’

April 17, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Gear Junkie offers a report on his race this weekend in Roanoke, Va., the National College Blue Ridge Marathon, touted as the country’s “toughest.”

Outside 'Gear of the Year'

Outside ‘Gear of the Year’

April 17, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

In its next issue, due on newsstands at the end of this month, Outside magazine will announce the Summer 2011 winners of its Gear of the Year awards. Here’s a sneak peek. . .

Video: Kepler Track Ultra Run

Video: Kepler Track Ultra Run

April 7, 2011 | By Stephen Regenold

Two members of Team GearJunkie/YogaSlackers are in New Zealand this month. This video highlights their fast, half-day run to complete the country’s famous Kepler Track.

Test: Adidas 'Do-All' Shades

Test: Adidas ‘Do-All’ Shades

April 5, 2011 | By tcworley

They cost $325. They come with a detachable nose cover and a siliconized “head strap.” Meet the strange and amazingly versatile Terrex Pro sunglasses from Adidas.

Test: Salomon Athletic Tights

Test: Salomon Athletic Tights

March 16, 2011 | By skrcmar

Gear Junkie reports on two pair of outdoor-oriented tights from Salomon after more than a year of use. They are now his “de facto pants in the outdoors.”

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