Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Speedgoat 5 vs New Balance Fresh Foam X More Trail v2: Trail Shoe Battle
Two high-stack trail running shoes go head to head on weight, lockdown, ride, grip, durability, and value. One narrow winner emerged.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 201 / 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.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Speedgoat 5 vs Norda 001 Satisfy: Deeply Cushioned Trail Shoes Head to Head
Two deeply cushioned trail running shoes with similar weights and heel drops, but a huge price gap. We compare construction, performance and value.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Speedgoat 5 vs Saucony Endorphin Edge: Trail Kings of 2022 Head to Head
Two of the best trail running shoes of 2022 go toe to toe on weight, midsole tech, fit, durability, and value.
Running Shoes
Hoka Tecton X2 Review: A Carbon-Plated Trail Racer Tuned for Tempo Days
The Hoka Tecton X2 pairs twin carbon fiber plates with a familiar ride, a snugger upper, and genuine versatility across road and trail.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Torrent 3 Review: A Firm, Fast Trail Shoe Plus Two Alternatives to Consider
The Hoka Torrent 3 delivers a snappy ride for shorter trail runs, but firmness and midsole durability are worth weighing against the Speedgoat Caldera and New Balance Summit Unknown V3.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Zinal After 100 Miles: A Trail Racer That Keeps Its Promise
After 100 miles of downhill running, a 50k ultra, and a trail half marathon, the Hoka Zinal proves itself as a light, responsive trail racing shoe with a few trade-offs.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Zinal 2 Review: A Stripped-Back Race Shoe for Technical Trails
Hoka's Zinal 2 is a radically different trail shoe from the brand's usual deeply cushioned lineup: light, low, narrow and built for speed. Here is how it performed on its first trail run.
Stationery
Hokushin Urushi-Lacquered Otono no Enpitsu Review: A Mechanical Pencil Built Like a Pencil
A close look at the urushi-lacquered Otono no Enpitsu from Hokushin Pencil: classic pencil feel, thoughtful balance, and a few habits you will need to learn.
Running Accessories
HotHands Hand Warmers: The Disposable Winter Running Essential I Keep Restocking
A simple single-use hand warmer that makes cold-weather running possible, with a few buying tips to avoid the wrong pack size.
Everyday Carry
How to Choose the Right Sling: Two Bags Worth Considering
Five practical considerations for buying a sling bag, plus two standout options: the Bellroy x Kology Chimera and the Alpaka Elements Tech Case.
Stationery
How to Start Your Fountain Pen Journey in Three Steps: Pen, Ink, Paper
A simple starter kit for new fountain pen users: the TWSBI Eco, Diamine Oxblood ink, and a Tomoe River notebook, all in for around 56 dollars.
Art Supplies
H&X Finding the Lost Girl Colored Pencils Review: A Collector's Curiosity with One Big Catch
These obscure H&X colored pencils layer and blend beautifully, but persistent core breakage is hard to ignore. A full review for collectors and cautious buyers.
Trail Running Shoes
Inov-8 RockLight Ultra G 320: First Impressions of the Graphene Trail Shoe
A first-run look at Inov-8's updated RockLight Ultra G 320, with graphene foam, a tough new upper, Boomerang footbeds, and some weighty trade-offs to weigh up before buying.
Trail Running Shoes
Inov-8 Trailfly Ultra G 280 Review: Graphene Grip for Winter Trail Running
A durable, grippy trail shoe with a nitrogen-infused midsole and a roomy toe box, best suited to cold-weather trail runs of 8 to 15 miles.
Trail Running Shoes
Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260 V2 Review: A Mud-Loving Trail Shoe Built to Last
Sticky grip rubber, a tough ballistic nylon upper, and a low stack make the X-Talon Ultra 260 V2 a serious weapon for mud, muck, and loose snow, with a few trade-offs to weigh first.
Running Shoes
Inov-8 Parkclaw G 280 First Impressions: A Road-to-Trail Shoe Built on Graphene
Inov-8's new road-to-trail crossover puts graphene in both the outsole rubber and midsole foam. Here is how the Parkclaw G 280 performed on its first run across road, trail, and soft sand.
Trail Running Shoes
Inov8 Parkclaw G 280 Review: A Bomber Trail Shoe That Asks a Lot at $180
The Parkclaw G 280 pairs a graphene-enhanced outsole and midsole with real durability, but a stiff ride and a snug fit hold it back from the top tier.
Running Gear
Inov-8 Race Ultra Pro 5 Running Vest: First Impressions From the Trail
A close look at Inov-8's 5-litre Race Ultra Pro 5 running vest, tested fully loaded with mandatory race kit on a 10K trail run.
Trail Running Shoes
Inov-8 Trailfly G 280 First Run: Lighter Cushioning Meets Graphene Grip
A first-run look at Inov-8's new Trailfly G 280, the brand's first shoe to use the nitrogen-infused Flyspeed midsole compound.
Trail Running Shoes
Inov-8 TrailFly G 280 Review: Lighter, Faster, but Is It Better?
A lighter nitrogen-infused take on the TrailFly Ultra G 300 Max, with graphene grip and a knitted upper. We put 40-plus miles on it across mixed terrain and weather.
Running Gear
Inov-8 Ultra Pack Pro 8 Review: A Comfortable 8L Hydration Vest With Surprising Storage
The Ultra Pack Pro 8 builds on Inov-8's award-winning Race Ultra Pro 5 with better breathability, a 360-degree stash pocket, and flexible flask and pole storage.
Trail Running Shoes
inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260 First Run Review: A Serious Mud Machine
An aggressive 8mm-lugged trail running shoe tested over 10k of wet, boggy woodland trails. Here is how the X-Talon Ultra 260 performed on its first outing.
Trail Running Shoes
inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260 V2 Review: A Mud-Loving Trail Shoe With Real Teeth
After 50 miles on wet, boggy and mixed terrain, the X-Talon Ultra 260 V2 proves itself as a soft-ground specialist with surprising versatility.
360 Cameras
Insta360 One X3 Review: A Great 5K 360 Camera Held Back by One Big Missing Feature
The One X3 brings a bigger screen, larger sensors, and 5K video, but the loss of 3K at 100fps slow motion is a serious compromise for runners and creators.
Running Accessories
Instinct Trail Running Reflex Belt: A Well-Built Belt With One Sizing Catch
A stretchy banded running belt with six pockets, a pole carrying system and a race bib holder that performed superbly in testing, though it sizes up small.
Stationery
10 Unusual Japanese Notebooks That Change How You Take Notes
From slanted pages and soft rings to black paper and wine-style paper sampling, these Japanese notebooks each solve a surprisingly specific writing problem.
Running Headphones
IO Breezy Bone Conduction Headphones Review: Affordable Open-Ear Running Audio
The IO Audio Breezy (IO iT Geo 1) packs Bluetooth 5.3, an IPX6 rating and a 36g frame into open-ear sports headphones that cost about half the price of the leading rivals.
Stationery
Ito-ya Romeo No. 4 Multi-Pen Review: Slim, Stylish, and Surprisingly Practical
A brass-bodied four-in-one multi-pen with a gravity-select mechanism, genuine leather grip, and refined design details worth knowing before you buy.
Earbuds
Jabra Elite 7 Active Review: A Secure Running Earbud with One Big Trade-off
The Jabra Elite 7 Active nails fit, waterproofing, and battery life, but its hear-through mode leaves runners with a decision to make.
Running Apparel
Janji Winter Running Collection: 7 Pieces Tested in Real Winter Conditions
From merino base layers to a Primaloft-lined jacket and pocket-packed tights, we take a close look at seven pieces from Janji's winter running collection.