Running Shoes
Best Marathon Running Shoes Compared: Nike Alphafly Next% 2 vs Vaporfly Next% vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 3
Three standout racing and training shoes, and how to decide which one fits your pace, distance, and running style.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 191 / 805
From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Running Shoes
Best Marathon Super Shoes: Four Race-Day Picks Worth Considering
Four marathon-ready super shoes compared, from the rhythmic Saucony Endorphin Elite to the surging Mizuno Rebellion Pro 1 and Hoka's impressive Rocket X 2.
Running Shoes
Best Marathon Training Shoes 2022: A Run-by-Run Rotation Guide
From easy days to threshold sessions, these are the road running shoes worth building your fall marathon training rotation around.
Running Shoes
Best Max Cushion Running Shoes of 2021: Top 5 Picks for Comfort-First Running
Five max cushion shoes that prioritize comfort over pace, from the New Balance Fresh Foam More v3 to the carbon-plated Hoka Bondi X.
Running Shoes
Best Max Cushion Running Shoes 2025: Five Plush Picks Worth Your Miles
Five max cushion trainers that balance softness with versatility, from an all-time favorite to plush daily cruisers.
Running Shoes
Best Max Cushion Running Shoes 2026: Four 40mm+ Trainers Compared
Four stacked midsole trainers, all over 40mm in the heel, ranked on upper, midsole, outsole, and value to help you find the right max cushion shoe.
Running Shoes
Best Max Cushion Running Shoes: Five High-Stack Trainers Compared
Five max cushion daily trainers put through their paces on cushioning, stability, versatility, and durability to help you find the right fit for your rotation.
Trail Running Shoes
Best Max Cushion Trail Running Shoes: Fresh Foam More Trail v3 and Its Toughest Rivals
A tall, plush, surprisingly nimble group of trail shoes compared, including the New Balance Fresh Foam More Trail v3, Hoka Mafate Speed 4, and two Salomon options.
Running Shoes
Best Maximalist Running Shoes: 8 High-Stack Trainers Worth a Spot in Your Rotation
Eight high-stack trainers for tired-leg days, easy mileage, and surviving heavy training blocks, with real trade-offs to weigh before buying.
Stationery
Five Mechanical Pencils We Were Glad We Bought: A 2021 Picks Roundup
Five limited-edition and handcrafted mechanical pencils selected for their total balance of looks, comfort, and writing feel, from Kaweco and Staedtler to handmade wooden pencils.
Trail Running Shoes
Merrell MTL Lineup: Four Trail and Road-to-Trail Shoes Worth Knowing
A closer look at four Merrell running shoes, including the high-stack MTL Adapt and the road-to-trail ProR, with specs, strengths, and who each shoe suits.
Running Shoes
Neutral Daily Trainer Showdown: Five Road Running Shoes Compared
Five neutral daily trainers tested head to head: Saucony Ride 15, Reebok Floatride Energy 4, Nike Pegasus 39, Salomon Glide Max and Asics Gel-Cumulus 24.
Running Shoes
The New Balance Running Lineup: From Daily Trainers to Race Day
A full rundown of New Balance's 2024 running and lifestyle shoes: which ones to buy for easy miles, recovery days, tempo work, and marathon racing.
Bushcraft Gear
The Best New Bushcraft and Outdoor Gear We Found This Year
From titanium tent stakes to a wickedly sharp belt axe, 15 standout gear finds from a major bushcraft gathering, with honest notes on what each is for.
Stationery
Best New Pens and Pencils: 9 Standout Picks for Your Desk
From a more vibrant FriXion formulation to a premium LAMY fountain pen, nine recent stationery releases worth a closer look.
Running Shoes
Best New Road Running Shoes 2022: Our Early Picks Worth Watching
From carbon-plated racers to plush daily trainers, these are the new road running shoes we're most excited about for 2022.
Running Shoes
Four New Running Shoes Worth a Look: New Balance, Nike and On Compared
A first-look roundup covering the New Balance FuelCell Propel V4, Nike Pegasus 40, On Cloudsurfer and Nike Winflow 10, with honest verdicts on each.
Trail Running Shoes
Best New Trail Running Shoes 2023: Six Releases Worth Watching
Six exciting trail running shoe releases for 2023, from carbon-plated racers to deeply cushioned max-stack trainers.
Stationery
Best Pens for Every Handwriting Style: 9 Picks Worth Trying
From cursive enthusiasts to left-handed writers, find the pen that matches how you actually write, with key buying considerations explained.
Stationery
Best Pens for Note-Taking: Our Top Picks for Every Writing Style
From gel and ballpoint to fountain pens and smear-free highlighters, these note-taking picks cover every class and writing style.
Running Shoes
Best Performance Trainers: Four Workout Shoes Worth Lacing Up
Four performance trainers that handle tempo runs, fartleks, and interval sessions with ease, plus what to check before picking one.
Everyday Carry
Best EDC Deals Worth Grabbing: Four Standout Picks
Four genuinely good deals on EDC gear, from a feature-packed budget multi-tool to a premium S35VN folder at a rare discount.
Running Shoes
Best Short-Distance Racing Shoes: Four Fast Picks Compared
Four carbon-plated racing shoes that stand out for 5K to 10K pace, with stack heights, weights, and ride character to help you choose.
Running Shoes
Top 3 Road Running Shoes of 2021: Our Picks for Speed and Daily Miles
Three standout road running shoes from a year of testing, from a versatile daily trainer to a full-carbon race day rocket.
Running Shoes
Best New Road Running Shoes of 2023: Seven Models Worth Watching
From deeply cushioned daily trainers to carbon-placed racers, these seven road running shoes are shaping up to be the standout releases of 2023.
Running Shoes
Best Road Running Shoes by Run Type: Easy Days, Tempo, Race Day and Long Runs
A practical shoe matrix for 2022 road running, matching the right trainer to easy days, daily mileage, tempo sessions, threshold efforts and long runs.
Running Gear
Running Belt Showdown: 9 Belts Tested and Ranked
Nine running belts from Decathlon, FlipBelt, Salomon, Inov-8, Ultimate Direction, Compressport and Naked, tested for comfort, practicality, build quality and price.
Wireless Earbuds
Best Wireless Earbuds for Running: Beats Fit Pro vs Powerbeats Pro, Jabra Elite 85t and AirPods 3
Four popular wireless earbuds tested on runs and rides. Here is how the Beats Fit Pro stacks up against the Powerbeats Pro, Jabra Elite 85t and AirPods 3 for workouts, sound and everyday use.
Running Apparel
Best Running Half Tights: Our Top Picks After Months of Testing
From over a dozen pairs of running half tights tested over 18+ months, three stood out for comfort, weight, and fit, plus one honorable mention.
Running Gear
Best Running Headlamps for Dark Winter Training: Three Lights That Cover Every Angle
A lightweight reactive headlamp, a long-burn battery workhorse, and a waist-mounted light system that keeps your eyes up on dark trails.