Running Shoes | Marathons and Training

FluidPost, New Techonology for Trail Running Shoes by Montrail

A few weeks ago, during the Outdoor Trade Fair in Friedrichshafen, Germany, I had the pleasure to chat with the guys at Montrail and to get introduced to the upcoming new technology for their trail running shoes: FluidPost.The new trail running shoes for Spring 2011 from Montrail will be based on a new proprietary technology [ ... ] ... Rating: 8.2/ 10 (5 votes cast) ...

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Do You Ever Hate Running?

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Video – XTERRA Footwear Commercial

This is the running shoe for the event. http://www.xterrafootwear.com Our team members here have worked for many of the best footwear brands in the industry. Now we’re building the best trail running shoes for the greatest running events out there. Tried and tested on the most intense race courses XTERRA has to offer.Rating: 0.0/10 (0 [ ... ] ... Rating: 0.0/ 10 (0 votes cast) ...

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Walsh Spirit Peak

I don’t profess to know everything about the development of running shoes but I am pretty sure that 30 years ago there was much less choice available and the majority of what was around were angled towards road running. Nowadays the situation is different with a huge range designed for trail and mountain runners.Loads of [ ... ] ... Rating: 0.0/ 10 (0 votes cast) ...

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Video - Taking Care of Business

The Somerville Road Runners present:A short informational video about the SRR Board of Directors, and what they do behind the scenes to keep the club running smoothly ... A post aboutcommercials Related posts ... Video - Timberland New Trail Running Shoes Commercial ... Video - The North Face Endurance Challenge 2008 ... Video - Running Superfans - Ultramarathon ... Video - Runners World [ ... ] ... Rating: 0.0/ 10 (0 votes cast) ...

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Warning: Running Injury Ahead!

I get a lot of questions from runners who think they may have a running injury, but aren't quite sure. As you increase your distance and intensity, it's normal to feel some discomfort, such as sore muscles. Sometimes you'll feel soreness when you first start your run, but it feels better as you warm up and continue running ... It's also normal to feel pain in your joints, especially your knees, when the cushioning in your running shoes is shot and you need to replace them. When your shoes are

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Video - GoLite Footwear Technology

Video by GoLite Footwear on the technology behind (or should I say below?) their line of trail running shoes ... A post aboutGoLite, shoes Related posts ... GoLite Sundragon Review ... Golite Footwear Spring 2009 Trail Runners ... Xterra Launches New Off-Road Footwear ... Video - What’s In A Shoe? ... Video - Vibram Trail Running Sole Technology ... Rating: 0.0/ 10 (0 votes cast) ...

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La Sportiva Crosslite vs. Fireblade vs. Wildcat

I was approached a few months ago by La Sportiva to test a few of the models of their trail/mountain running shoes line-up. I have to say I haven’t felt such an excitement about new shoes in a long time. La Sportiva is one of the best trail running footwear manufacturers on the market, and [ ... ] ... Rating: 10.0/ 10 (1 vote cast) ...

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Running on the Snow

If you'd like to run outside in the winter, but you worry about slipping on sliding on the snow and ice, there are still ways you can get outside and be safe. Yaktrax Ice Grippers offer traction and confidence for winter running. They slip right over your running shoes, without adding any weight. The spikeless coils provide a solid, predictable grip so you don't slip or slide ... Or, mix things up and try a different type of workout with a pair of snowshoes. If you can run, you can snowshoe.

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How to Dress Like a Runner

If you're just getting started with running, you may be wondering what you should wear for your runs. One of the things I love about running is that you don't need a lot of fancy equipment or expensive running clothing. Your most important piece of gear is a good pair of running shoes. So, don't go digging out those old tennis shoes from the back of your closet and assume you can run in them. You'll need fresh, well-cushioned shoes that are designed for running, fit well and match your foot type

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