Get a grip: Shoes for hitting the trail
24th August 2016
When you head onto grassy paths, rocky trails and muddy forest tracks you need a pair of shoes with support, traction and protection so all you have to focus on is enjoying the run
Footwear
Swiss running brand On releases first trail shoe
11th July 2016
They've gained plaudits for their road running shoes, now On are looking to break into the trail running market. Will Renwick tested out their latest release…
Arc’teryx reveals its first trail shoe collection
17th June 2016
We preview a brand new trail running shoe
Review: The North Face Women’s Litewave Ampere Shoe
19th May 2016
New training shoe from The North Face Mountain Athletics range These are without a doubt one of the most comfortable pair of trainers I have ever tried. I am accustomed to a more structured shoe, so at first I was…
This Month’s top 6: Marathon shoes
2nd March 2016
Spring marathon in your sights? It’s time to sort your footwear for long, comfortable runs. Heartbreaker Marathon & Half – 28.2.16 – www.racenewforest.co.uk 1) Nike Free 4.0 Flyknit, £110 nike.com The “Free” in the name indicates this shoe has an emphasis on “natural…
Keen’s new mountain boot
12th November 2015
Designed for technical ascents and longer backpacking trips on challenging terrain, the Liberty Ridge is described as the flaghsip of Keen’s new hiking collection. Made in Keen’s new European factory, the Liberty Ridge is crafted from a single piece of…
Get a grip: Trail shoes
9th November 2015
When you head onto grassy paths, rocky trails and muddy forest tracks you need a pair of shoes with support, traction and protection so all you have to focus on is enjoying the run. 1) Mammut MTR 201 Pro Low £120 mammut.ch This is a shoe that takes rugged ground…
Dickies Medway Safety Hiker
18th September 2015
The Dickies Medway Safety Hiker is Dickies newest release. Thinsulate insulated and water resistant to S3 approved standards, the boots aim to make hiking as pleasurable as possible. The heel is energy absorbing, designed to ease the punishment of busy feet…
Gear review: London to Brighton Trek 2015
4th August 2015
So, you’ve signed up for the epic challenge that is the London to Brighton Trek and now you need to start thinking about kit to train with. Here’s a round up of great products for women (by a woman who’s…