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 Triumph 22 brings PWRRUN PB foam, a wider base, and a heavily padded upper, but it also gains serious weight. Here is how it compares with the long-serving Triumph 20.
Running Shoes
Two very different takes on Saucony's premium neutral trainer. Here is how the soft, relaxed Triumph 22 compares with the lighter, more responsive Triumph 23.
Running Shoes
Two big, cushioned easy-day trainers with similar specs on paper but different personalities underfoot. Here is how the Saucony Triumph 22 and ASICS Gel Nimbus 26 stack up.
Running Shoes
Thirty miles of testing reveals a comfortable but workmanlike daily trainer. Here is how the Triumph 22 stacks up against two strong alternatives in its price neighborhood.
Running Shoes
The Triumph 23 sheds nearly an ounce over its predecessor while adding even more cushion, with a thick insole and wide platform built for easy miles.
Running Shoes
Both now use Saucony's new Incredilux foam, but one is a neutral cruiser and one is a stability shoe. Here is how they compare after real miles.
Running Shoes
A long-term look at the Saucony Triumph Run for Good's durability after 100 miles, with pairing and buying advice including the Topo Cyclone 2, Endorphin Pro 3, ASICS Nimbus 26, and On Cloud Eclipse.
Running Shoes
The Saucony Triumph and On Cloudmonster take very different paths to max cushion. Here is how their foams, fit, stability, and ride compare.
Running Gear
A shoe dryer with an ozone sterilization mode that promises faster, safer drying than radiators or tumble dryers. Here is how it performed in everyday use.
Running Gear
A 110g, 20,000mm waterproof running jacket that packs down to the size of a tennis ball. We look at where it shines and where its stripped-back design asks for compromise.
Trail Running Shoes
A golden colorway, Vibram grip, and a firm, stable ride. We put the SaySky x 42 trail collaboration through a wet, muddy test run.
Running Shoes
A head-to-head look at two of the closest-riding non-carbon trainers on the market, and how to choose between them.
Trail Running Shoes
The Scarpa Rebel Run Calibra HT pairs a balanced midsole with a Boa 360 wrap system for a secure, precise fit across rough trail terrain.
Fountain Pens
Schon DSGN spent years developing its own in-house titanium Monarch nib. We look at how it performs in the Full Size aluminum pen, and whether the $400 package makes sense.
Trail Running Shoes
A full first-run look at Scott's redesigned Kinabalu 3 trail running shoe: secure fit, strong outsole grip, and some notable trade-offs in weight and cushioning.
Trail Running Shoes
Scott's first ultra-focused carbon trail shoe combines a dynamic Carbitex flex plate, aggressive rocker, and all-day comfort, tuned with a two-time Western States finisher.
Fitness Wearables
We compare eight wearables across workout heart rate, automatic activity detection, sleep, steps and calories to see where each one earns its place on your wrist or bicep.
Fountain Pens
A limited edition piston-filled fountain pen with custom resin, gold nib options, and a swirling sea theme. Here is what works and what does not.
Fountain Pens
A limited-edition Scribo Feel with a faceted resin body, ruthenium trim, and an 18K stub nib that delivers beautiful line variation, with a price to weigh carefully.
Fountain Pens
An artisanal Italian fountain pen with deep Bolognese heritage, an in-house gold nib, and a writing feel worth the hype.
Fountain Pens
A limited-edition Italian fountain pen with a creamy amethyst resin, an in-house 18k gold nib, and a few ergonomic trade-offs worth knowing about.
Fountain Pens
Three Scrier fountain pens with a luxury feel at an approachable price: a matte red EDC, an exuberant gold-plated model, and a black lacquer executive pen.
Fountain Pens
An Italian-made 3D printed fountain pen with a textured grip, quality JoWo nib, and thoughtful engineering at a friendly price.
Fountain Pens
A solid brass pocket fountain pen with 24 karat gold ion plating, a Schmidt steel nib, converter support, and secure posting. Here is what stands out before you spend $74.99.
Running Gear
After two months of testing Seadon's running outerwear, here's how the Gale Jacket FL, Trailblazer T and Day Maker Tee stack up for spring running.
Watches
The Seiko 6139-610 with the Hong Kong non-JDM variant is the watch most closely linked to Bruce Lee. Here is what makes it special and what to check before chasing one.
Watch Reviews
After a full year of daily wear and frequent travel, a close look at what makes the Seiko SPB377J1 Alpinist GMT such an easy watch to live with, and where it falls short.
Fountain Pens
Two Benu tributes, a carbon piston filler, and a custom triangular pen make up a September lineup with real variety in nibs, fills, and finishes.
Stationery
A budget mechanical pencil from Seria with a comfortable thick grip and surprisingly good balance, held back by rough finishing and a plain design.
Fountain Pens
A matte black fountain pen with engraved chevron patterning, gunmetal PVD trim, and the classic Sheaffer inlaid nib.