Running Shoes
Adidas AdiZero Takumi Sen 11 Review: 100km of Long-Term Use
After 100km in the AdiZero Takumi Sen 11, this lower-stack speed shoe shows a firm ride, strong grip, and a very narrow fit that suits a niche group of runners.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 438 / 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
Adidas Agravic Speed Ultra Review: A Road Supershoe DNA Built for the Trail
Tested over a 30-plus mile solo ultra on mixed road and runnable trail, the Adidas Agravic Speed Ultra impressed with comfort, energy, and a road-shoe feel off-road.
Running Shoes
Adidas Boston 12 vs Hoka Mach 6: Which Versatile Speedy Trainer Should You Buy?
Two of the most versatile daily trainers on the market go head to head: the punchy Adidas Boston 12 against the relaxed, stable Hoka Mach 6.
Running Shoes
Adidas Boston 12 vs New Balance Rebel v4: Two Versatile Trainers With Different Personalities
Both are strong daily trainers with a speedy edge. We compare weight, stack, fit, and ride to help you pick the right one.
Running Shoes
Adidas Prime X Strung V2 and the Max Stack Racing Shoe Field: What to Expect
A closer look at the Adidas Prime X Strung V2 and the max-stack shoes it will compete with, including the New Balance SC Trainer, Asics Superblast, and Adidas Takumi Sen 8.
Running Shoes
Adidas Supernova Rise 2 First Run: Tweaks, Not a Revolution
A closer look at the Adidas Supernova Rise 2, a conservative daily trainer update with a firm, connected ride and a lighter upper.
Running Shoes
Adidas Supernova Rise 2 Review: A Traditional Daily Trainer That Eats the Miles
The Adidas Supernova Rise 2 keeps its familiar midsole and focuses on upper comfort, offering a snappy, more connected ride for runners who prefer less cushion.
Running Shoes
Adidas Takumi Sen 10 vs Adizero Adios Pro 3: Which Racing Shoe Should You Buy?
Two race-day options from the Adizero lineup compared for fit, ride, and race distance, so you can pick the right shoe for 5K, 10K, or marathon efforts.
Running Shoes
Adidas Takumi Sen 8 vs New Balance Rebel v3: Plated vs Non-Plated Speed Trainers
A plated interval weapon against a soft, flexible speed-day trainer: stack, ride, fit, and outsole compared to help you pick the right one.
Running Shoes
adidas Takumi Sen 8 vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 2: Lightweight Speed Day Picks Compared
Two lightweight, plate-equipped trainers built for tempo days and racing, with a clear difference in feel: one is a nimble fine-tuned instrument, the other a bouncier all-rounder.
Running Shoes
Adidas Ultra Boost 5 Review: Boost Is Back, But Is It Enough?
A re-engineered Light Boost midsole, a bigger stack, and a comfortable Primeknit upper make the Ultra Boost 5 a better running shoe than recent versions, but it still lags behind the best daily trainers.
Running Shoes
Adidas Ultra Boost Light: First Run Review
A new generation of Boost foam makes the Ultra Boost Light noticeably lighter than recent versions, but it remains a big, comfortable everyday trainer with a familiar ride.
Running Shoes
Allbirds Flyer Review: A Lifestyle Brand Finally Makes a Real Running Shoe
The Allbirds Flyer is a genuine step forward for the sustainable brand: a comfortable, responsive 10K-capable trainer with a few trade-offs worth knowing about.
Trail Running Shoes
Allbirds SW Trail First Impressions: A Comfort-First Sustainable Trail Shoe
The Allbirds SW Trail leans hard into sustainable materials and all-day comfort, but its weight raises questions about who it is really for.
Running Shoes
Altra Experience Flow 3 Review: A Comfy, Low-Key Daily Trainer for Altra Fans
A road running shoe with a roomy toe box, 4-mm drop and a softer midsole, built for easy miles rather than energetic turnover.
Running Shoes
Altra FWD Experience First Run Review: Altra's First Step Away From Zero Drop
A close look at Altra's first drop shoe, with a 4mm drop, roomy toe box, and a firm-ish ride aimed at easy daily miles.
Trail Running Shoes
Altra Mont Blanc Carbon First Run: A Fast Trail Shoe With Room to Spare
Six miles of mixed terrain on Altra's carbon-plated trail shoe: what stood out on grip, ride, comfort, and fit.
Running Shoes
Altra Road Shoe Lineup 2022: Seven Zero-Drop Models Explained
From the max-cushion Paradigm 6 to the slim-fit Rivera, a practical guide to Altra's zero-drop road running shoes for 2022.
Running Shoes
Altra Vanish Carbon First Run Review: A Zero Drop Super Shoe Worth a Look
Altra's first road super shoe pairs a carbon plate and supercritical foam with a foot-shaped toe box and zero drop platform. Here's how it performs after the first runs.
Trail Running Shoes
Altra Via Olympus 6 Review: A Max-Cushion Zero-Drop Trail Shoe Built for Long Days Out
The Altra Via Olympus 6 pairs a highly cushioned zero-drop platform with a wide toe box and Vibram grip. Here is how it held up on a long mountain hike with real weight on the back.
Running Shoes
Altra Via Olympus First Run Review: Max Cushion, Zero Drop, Surprisingly Firm
Altra's highest-stacked zero drop road shoe promises comfortable runs over any distance. Our first run reveals a plush upper, a big foam platform, and a ride firmer than expected.
GPS Sports Watches
Amazfit T-Rex 2 Review: A Rugged GPS Watch That Punches Well Above Its Price
An outdoor GPS sports watch with dual-band GPS, route navigation, a bright AMOLED screen, and battery life measured in weeks, all at a very competitive price.
Tech Reviews
Apple AirPods 4 with ANC vs AirPods Pro 2: Which Is Better for Running?
Two Apple earbuds, two very different fits. We compare sound, ANC, battery, and real-world running security to help you pick the right pair.
Running Watches
Apple Watch Series 10 vs Ultra 2: Which Apple Watch Should Runners Buy?
The Series 10 brings a bigger, thinner design, faster charging and training load, but the Ultra 2 still wins for serious runners.
GPS Sports Watches
Apple Watch Ultra Ultra-Ready? Comrades Marathon Battery and GPS Test vs Garmin and Polar
A 12-hour race test at the Comrades Marathon puts the Apple Watch Ultra's GPS battery life up against the Garmin Enduro 2, Fenix 7 Pro and a Polar chest strap.
Smartwatches
Apple Watch Ultra vs Garmin Epix 2: Two Smartwatch Approaches to Serious Running
The rugged Apple Watch Ultra and the Garmin Epix 2 both target runners, but they trade punches in very different areas. Here is how they compare in design, GPS accuracy, heart rate, sports tracking and battery life.
Smartwatches
Apple Watch Ultra vs Apple Watch Series 8 for Running: Which One Should You Buy?
Two very good sporty smartwatches with different strengths: the rugged, longer-lasting Ultra and the smaller, sharper-value Series 8.
Trail Running Shoes
Asics Fuji Speed 2 First Run Review: A Carbon Plate Trail Racer With Real Range
A close look at the Asics Fuji Speed 2 after a first run: FF Blast Plus foam, a full-length carbon plate, and a lively trail racing feel for £160.
Running Shoes
Asics Gel Kayano 29 First Run Review: A Stability Shoe Moving in the Right Direction
A modernised midsole and a softer, lighter feel make the Gel Kayano 29 a more approachable stability shoe than its predecessors.
Running Shoes
Asics Gel-Kayano 31 First Run Review: A Familiar, Comfortable Max-Cushion Cruiser
The Gel-Kayano 31 refines rather than reinvents, keeping the soft FF Blast Plus Eco midsole, heel Gel and 4D Guidance system that made the Kayano 30 such a solid easy-run shoe.