Independent reviews
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
The trail version of the Nimbus 27 adds a beefier outsole to one of the most comfortable max cushion shoes around. Tested through a full day of walking, hiking, and wet weather.
Running Shoes
The Nova Blast 5 TR swaps the standard road outsole for a thicker, mud-style tread. We tested whether that makes it a true wet-weather upgrade or a fun summer crossover shoe.
Running Shoes
Two premium maximalist daily trainers with very different personalities: one leans performance, the other leans plush. Here is how they stack up.
Running Shoes
Early running in the Sonic Blast, the new lightweight plated trainer that sits between the Nova Blast 5 and Super Blast 2 in ASICS's Blast series.
Running Shoes
The long-awaited follow-up to one of the most desirable $200 training shoes in running arrives with small changes, a new midsole foam, and a very familiar ride.
Running Shoes
Two of the most versatile super trainers on the market go head to head: bouncy cushioning vs snappy practicality. Here's how to pick the right one.
Running Shoes
Two max-cushion ASICS trainers with near-identical specs but very different personalities. Here is how they compare after serious mileage in both.
Running Shoes
After 200 miles, the ASICS Superblast remains a go-to trainer with superb durability, stable super foam, and genuine race-day potential.
Earbuds
The Powerbeats Fit refine the Beats Fit Pro with a smaller case and a slimmer wing, but sound and noise cancellation fall short of the best rivals.
Wireless Earbuds
A practical look at the Beats Studio Buds Plus after a month of daily listening and running, covering fit, sound, noise cancellation, battery life and who should buy them.
Running Gear
Seven inexpensive running picks, from cushioned socks and visibility lights to a winter layer and a belt that fits a large phone.
Audio
Three affordable in-ear earbuds put side by side for runners and everyday use, covering fit, battery life, sound, and water resistance.
Running Shoes
The Vaporfly 3 is the original carbon plate racer, but a new wave of wider, bouncier, more stable super shoes is challenging it. Here is how the leading options compare.
Running Shoes
Our picks for the best cushioned running shoes of 2025, covering max-cushion comfort, versatile daily trainers, value options, and stability picks.
Running Shoes
Six trainers from the high-stack and plated training debate, with a clear-eyed look at which ideas in modern running shoes earn their place and which do not.
EDC
From a gray G-Shock and two strong budget knives to pens, a multi-tool, and a utility knife, here is what a complete Walmart EDC run actually gets you in 2026.
Fountain Pens
Ten standout fountain pens in the $100 to $250 range, from custom resin makers to timeless icons like the Lamy 2000.
Fountain Pens
From piston fillers to vacuum fillers and even a surprise gold nib, these are the fountain pens that make the jump past starter pens feel worthwhile.
Running Watches
A practical breakdown of Garmin's running watch lineup, from the entry-level Forerunner 55 to the flagship Epix 2, with clear guidance on what each tier actually offers.
Running Watches
From beginner-friendly trackers to premium endurance watches, our guide covers the Garmin watches most worth buying for runners right now.
Running Shoes
Five value-oriented running shoes that cover daily miles, speed work, and race day for half marathon training, all priced at $160 or below.
Running Shoes
Six running shoes that stacked up serious mileage in real training, from max cushion daily trainers to a marathon pace rocket, with honest strengths and trade-offs for each.
GPS Watches
We ran a full marathon with four flagship GPS watches to compare GPS accuracy, heart rate tracking, battery drain and wet-weather usability.
Running Shoes
From carbon-plated racers to comfortable cruisers and value picks, our category-by-category guide to the best marathon shoes for training and race day.
Running Shoes
Seven carbon-plated marathon shoes ranked for runners chasing a 3:30 finish, from the most comfort-oriented options to the fastest and most aggressive.
Running
From complete beginners to 80-mile-per-week runners, these marathon training books cover the full spectrum of plans, philosophies, and running culture.
Running Shoes
A hand-picked shortlist of the most exciting upcoming running shoes, from max-cushion daily trainers to featherweight racers.
Running Shoes
Seven plate-free running shoes built for comfortable, protective long runs, from wide-platform max-cushion trainers to firm daily trainers that still handle a faster pace.
Running Shoes
From an $80 bargain trainer to a $225 all-rounder, these seven running shoes can each handle nearly an entire rotation on their own.
Headphones
Six open-ear headphones that deliver balanced sound, situational awareness, and running-friendly features, without defaulting to the usual brand.