Running Shoes
Brooks Levitate GTS 6 Review: A Firm, Durable Stability Daily Trainer
The stability version of the Levitate 6 adds a guide rail and a firmer DNA AMP v2 midsole, making it a steady partner for easy daily miles.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 230 / 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
Budget-Friendly Running Rotations for 5K and Half Marathon: Nine Shoes That Punch Above Their Price
A practical guide to building a high-performance three-shoe rotation for 5K and half marathon training without spending premium prices.
Running Shoes
Build a Three-Shoe Running Rotation for the Price of One Pair of Asics MetaSpeed Sky
The Asics MetaSpeed Sky costs around £225. Here is how a full training and racing rotation of three shoes can be assembled for roughly the same money.
Running Shoes
How to Build a Running Shoe Rotation: A Practical Guide for 2026
A simple, use-case-driven way to build a running shoe rotation, from one workhorse daily trainer to a full three-shoe marathon setup.
Running Shoes
Chowodon Feiyang Plaid 3 Review: A Balanced Race Day Super Shoe
A dual-foam super shoe with a snug race fit, bouncy toe-off, and a Goldilocks ride that suits a wide range of marathon runners.
Running Gear
Cold Weather Running Gear Essentials: Warmth, Wind Protection, and Visibility
A practical guide to running through winter, covering beanies, gloves, socks, base layers, windbreakers, and visibility gear for dark, cold mornings.
Running Watches
Coros Pace 2 Review: A Featherweight GPS Running Watch That Gets the Basics Right
The Coros Pace 2 packs long battery life, accurate GPS tracking, and wrist-based power into a 29 g watch, and skips the extras most runners never use.
Running Shoes
Diadora Atomo Star Review: A Made-in-Italy Max Cushion Trainer With a Big Price Question
A supercritical EVA max-stack daily trainer with a great rocker and solid build, but a $240 price tag that is hard to justify against the competition.
Running Shoes
Diadora Gara Carbon 2 vs Diadora Nucleo 2: Which Diadora Running Shoe Fits Your Rotation?
Two comfortable Diadora options for different jobs: a carbon-plated marathon racer and a max-cushion daily trainer.
Running Shoes
Diadora Gara Carbon Review: A First Proper Race Day Shoe That Runs With the Best
Diadora finally has a serious carbon race shoe. The Gara Carbon pairs a durable Matryx upper with a PEBA midsole and carbon plate, and it holds its own against the established super shoes.
Running Shoes
Diadora Nucleo 2 Review: A Surprisingly Comfortable Stability Daily Trainer With Serious Style
The Diadora Nucleo 2 pairs a clean retro aesthetic with a bouncy new foam, but the firmer forefoot and roomier fit are worth knowing about before you buy.
Running Shoes
My Dream Marathon Training Rotation: The Top 5 Running Shoes Right Now
Five shoes that cover the full marathon build: daily miles, recovery, fast training, long runs, and race day.
Fountain Pens
Edison Collier vs Collier Grande: Two Large Fountain Pens, Two Very Different Feelings
A practical side-by-side comparison of the Edison Collier and the larger Collier Grande, covering size, nibs, filling systems, and comfort to help you pick the right one.
Running Shoes
Saucony Endorphin Trainer vs Puma MagMax: Max Cushion Daily Trainers Compared
Two of the most interesting max cushion trainers go head to head: Saucony's new Endorphin Trainer with IncrediRun foam over a plate, and the Puma MagMax, one of the best daily cruisers of the past year.
Running Shoes
Five Fastest Marathon Race Shoes Put to the Test: Which One Actually Wins?
Nike, Adidas, Puma and Asics super shoes compared over controlled one-mile test efforts, with pace, heart rate, cadence and stride data plus honest fit and feel impressions.
Stationery
Favorite Fountain Pens, Inks, and Accessories of the Year
A yearly roundup of standout pens, inks, and accessories discovered over the past twelve months, from leather cases to hand-painted maki-e.
Running Gear
Our Favorite Running Gear Right Now: 9 Picks We Keep Coming Back To
From a foul-weather jacket and arm heart rate strap to super shoes, merino base layers, tights, and budget earbuds, here's the running gear that earns daily use.
Running Shoes
Four New Running Shoes Worth Watching: Yays and Nays From a Shoe Enthusiast
A first-look take on the Saucony Sinister, Nike Spark Flyknit, Nike Pegasus 39 FlyEase, and Hoka Tecton X, with honest verdicts on which ones deserve a spot in your rotation.
Running Shoes
Four Running Shoes to Watch: Yay or Nay on Adidas, Mizuno and Saucony
Four new and soon-to-be-released running shoes assessed for what they offer, who they suit, and whether they deserve a spot in your rotation.
Running Shoes
Upcoming Running Shoes Worth Watching: Nike, Asics and Hoka Preview
Four upcoming releases on the radar: Nike React Miler 3, Nike React Infinity Run 3 Flyknit, Asics Novablast 3 and Hoka Mach 5, with what to expect from each.
Smartwatches
Garmin Epix 2 Review: A Premium Multi-Sport Watch for Metric-Hungry Athletes
After weeks of testing, the Garmin Epix 2 impresses with its vibrant AMOLED display, deep configurability, stamina tracking, and tank-like build, with a few trade-offs worth knowing about first.
Running Shoes
Hoka Cielo X1 2.0 Review: A Confusing Step for a Beloved Marathon Racer
After 50 miles of marathon training in the Hoka Cielo X1 2.0, here is where this carbon racer excels, where it falls short, and what to consider before buying.
Running Shoes
Hoka Gaviota 4 vs Gaviota 5: Which Stability Shoe Fits Your Feet?
A side-by-side comparison of two very different stability shoes: firm and structured versus softer, lighter, and more accommodating.
Running Shoes
Hoka Gaviota 5 First Run Review: A Stability Shoe That Surprises
Hoka's Gaviota 5 skips the hype and the fancy foam, but a first 8-mile run shows a smoother, bouncier ride than its spec sheet suggests.
Running Shoes
Hoka Mach 5 vs ASICS Novablast 4: Two Performance Trainers, Two Different Rides
Two versatile performance trainers with similar specs but noticeably different rides. Here is where each one earns its spot in a rotation.
Running Shoes
Hoka Mach 6, Adidas Supernova Solution, Metaspeed Edge Paris and Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 2: First Impressions
A close look at four recently updated or soon-to-arrive running shoes, with honest takes on where each one fits.
Running Shoes
Hoka Mach X2 Revisit: Still a Top Marathon Training Shoe
A fresh look at the Hoka Mach X2 after a long run test, covering its ride, upper, durability, and who it fits best.
Running Shoes
Hoka Rincon 4 First Thoughts: A Lightweight Daily Trainer That Aims to Last
The Hoka Rincon 4 keeps the light, snappy character of the original but adds durability-focused updates to fix the early versions' short lifespan.
Running Shoes
Hoka Road Shoe Lineup 2025: Four Updates Worth Knowing About
The Bondi 9, Clifton 10, C X1 2.0, and Mach X3 cover everything from max cushion daily miles to fast training, each with meaningful updates.
Running Shoes
Hoka Rocket X2 vs Cielo X1: Which Hoka Race Day Shoe Fits Your Goals?
Two Hoka super shoes with two very different personalities. One is a sharp, traditional racer, the other a fun, bouncy ride that shines everywhere except the starting line.