Recovery
Bob and Brad D6 Pro Massage Gun Review: Deep Recovery Power for Runners
A range-topping massage gun with 16 mm amplitude, seven heads, and double the industry-standard battery life, built for serious post-run recovery.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 351 / 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.
Recovery
Bob and Brad Air2 Mini Massage Gun Review: Compact Recovery With Real Power
A lightweight, travel-friendly massage gun with 12 mm of amplitude, five heads, and massage quality surprisingly close to the much larger D6 Pro.
Fountain Pens
Böker Plus Tactical Fountain Pen Review: Titanium, Glass Breaker, and a Lamy-Style Nib
A titanium tactical fountain pen from a German knife maker, with a fine steel nib, reverse threads, and a few quirks worth knowing before you buy.
Pocket Knives
Boker Tech Tool 7 vs RAKE Knives LD 40 41B: Two Layered Pocket Tools Compared
Two layered pocket knives with near-identical tool sets but very different sizes. Here is how they actually differ in hand.
Headphones
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds Review: The Best Open Earbuds for Running
Bose's Ultra Open Earbuds combine an exceptional clasp fit with the best sound quality we have heard from open-ear headphones, though the £299 price tag demands a close look at your use case.
Running Shoes
Best Plated Training Shoes: Adidas Boston 12 vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 and Speed 3
Three plated trainers compared on ride, fit, grip, and durability, with a clear pick for fast marathon work and a budget-friendly alternative.
Running Shoes
BrandBlack Kaiju Review: A Fashion-Forward Runner That Surprisingly Performs
The BrandBlack Kaiju pairs a statement-making design with supercritical foam and a Kevlar forefoot strip, and it holds up far better on runs than its lifestyle looks suggest.
Stationery
Breles Kempen Notebook Review: Charming Design, Solid Paper
A 192-page fountain-pen-friendly notebook from Belgium with a lovely cream paper, flat binding, and some thoughtful historical design touches.
Flashlights
Bright As Flashlights C8L Review: A 3,100-Lumen Tactical Thrower Under $55
The C8L pairs a 3,100-lumen Cree XHP50D LED with 531 meters of throw, dual-switch control, and a 21700 battery, all at a budget price.
Food & Drink Gifts
Brightland Paint & Pour Set Review: Beautiful Olive Oil, Questionable Paint Kit
We tried Brightland's limited edition Paint & Pour set, pairing two California extra virgin olive oils with a Liquitex Basics acrylic kit. The oil is genuinely good, but is the whole package worth $95?
Running Gear
Brighton 10K Test Day: Alphafly, Alphafly 2, Vaporfly, Suunto Race and Polar Vantage V3
Five pieces of race-day kit put to the test on a windy Brighton 10K course, covering supershoe feel, watch reliability and pacing.
Bird Feeders
Brome Squirrel Buster Plus Review: Does This Squirrel-Proof Feeder Actually Work?
We put the Squirrel Buster Plus through weeks of real backyard testing, including a deliberate squirrel challenge, to see if the weight-activated seed ports really keep squirrels out.
Bird Feeders
Brome Squirrel Buster Suet Review: A Squirrel-Proof Feeder Worth the Assembly
A solid, all-metal suet feeder with a weight-triggered shroud that shuts out squirrels, a crumb-catching tray, and room for two suet cakes.
Running Shoes
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21 Review: A Light, Durable Stability Trainer
A stability road running shoe that keeps weight down and durability high, with serious guide rails and a few trade-offs to weigh before buying.
Running Shoes
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 Review: A Steadier, More Reliable Stability Trainer
Brooks refined the Adrenaline GTS 22 with a full-length DNA Loft midsole and a cleaner upper, making it one of the most dependable stability shoes for daily miles.
Running Shoes
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23 Review: A Familiar, Reliable Support Shoe
A first-look review of the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23, covering fit, cushioning, the updated DNA Loft v2 foam, and how it performed over the first few runs.
Running Shoes
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24 vs ASICS Gel Kayano 31: Which Stability Shoe Fits You?
Two of the most popular stability shoes go head to head, with clear differences in cushioning, stability style, and fit to help you pick the right one.
Running Shoes
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 Review: A Consistent Stability Shoe With Real Changes
After 100-plus miles, the Adrenaline GTS 25 proves reliable for walking and moderate runs, with a lower drop and smoother heel transition but a flat, non-bouncy midsole.
Trail Running Shoes
Brooks Caldera 6 Review: A Max-Cushion Long-Haul Trail Shoe
The Brooks Caldera 6 pairs an enormous stack of DNA Loft v3 foam with a roomy, comfortable upper. Here is how it handled a trail 50k, and who it makes sense for.
Trail Running Shoes
Brooks Caldera 6 vs ASICS Trabuco Max 2: Two Max-Cushion Trail Shoes Compared
A closer look at two chunky trail runners, including a soft EVA midsole, a serious Vibram outsole, and honest notes on fit and durability.
Running Gear
Brooks Carbonite Running Gear: Six Winter Pieces Built to Keep You Seen
A hands-on look at the Brooks Carbonite line plus two bonus winter pieces, covering fit, pockets, reflective design, and value.
Trail Running Shoes
Brooks Cascadia 20 Review: The Dependable Trail Companion Gets a Max-Stack Makeover
More stack, a lighter midsole foam, and Vibram Megagrip give the longest-running trail shoe a fresh identity, but the $160 price tag raises questions.
Trail Running Shoes
Brooks Catamount 2 First Run Review: A Balanced Trail Shoe for Speed-Oriented Days
A comfortable, well-balanced trail shoe with a Skyvault propulsion plate and DNA Flash midsole, tested over a mixed 12K of road, mud, and footpaths.
Trail Running Shoes
Brooks Catamount 2 Review: A Solid Trail Shoe That Stops Short of Great
The Catamount 2 is lighter than its predecessor and adds a forefoot plate, but rivals offer better grip, more comfort, or more propulsion at similar prices.
Running Shoes
Brooks Ghost 14 Review: A Reliable Daily Trainer With Serious Durability
After 54 miles of testing, the Brooks Ghost 14 proves to be a dense-but-light daily trainer with a standout outsole, a 12mm drop, and a GTX version worth considering for wet weather.
Running Shoes
Brooks Ghost 16 First Run Review: A Lighter, More Responsive Daily Trainer
The Brooks Ghost 16 gets a nitrogen-infused DNA Loft v3 midsole that makes this dependable neutral trainer feel lighter, better balanced, and more nimble than previous versions.
Running Shoes
Brooks Ghost 17 Initial Review: A Reliable Daily Trainer That Just Works
An initial look at the Brooks Ghost 17, a balanced daily trainer with consistent cushioning, strong traction, and a fit that stays put. Here is how it performed.
Running Shoes
Brooks Ghost 17 Review: A Real Update, Plus Three Alternatives Worth a Look
The Ghost finally gets a lower drop and softer feel. We break down what changed, whether it justifies the new price, and the alternatives to consider.
Running Shoes
Brooks Ghost Amp First Run: A Livelier Take on a Classic Daily Trainer
The new Brooks Ghost Amp adds a bouncier supercritical midsole and forefoot rocker to the classic Ghost formula. Here's how it performed on a first run.
Running Shoes
Brooks Ghost Amp Review: A New Foam, a Slimmer Ghost, and a Fresh Direction
The Brooks Ghost Amp brings a new nitrogen-infused DNA Hype midsole to the Ghost line, with a comfy upper and a leaner ride that suits shorter runs and heel strikers.