Running Shoes
Hoka Mach X2 vs Asics SuperBlast 2: Which Super Trainer Deserves Your Money?
Two of the best super trainers around go head to head: the plated Hoka Mach X2 and the plateless Asics SuperBlast 2. Here is where each one wins.
Independent reviews
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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
Hoka Mach X2 vs Mizuno Neo Vista: Two Super Trainers, Two Different Missions
Both are excellent 2024 super trainers, but one favors soft easy miles and the other rewards faster work. Here is how they differ.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Mafate Speed 5 First Look: Cushioned Long-Haul Trail Running
Early miles in the Hoka Mafate Speed 5 on steep alpine terrain: dual-foam cushioning, strong grip, and a few things to check before buying.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Mafate Speed 5 Review: A Bold Overhaul of a Beloved Max-Stack Trail Shoe
The Mafate Speed 5 gets a much heavier build and a new fit, but delivers a smoother, more cushioned ride that may win over even more trail runners.
Running Shoes
Hoka One One Bondi X Review: A Cushioned Daily Trainer With a Confusing Carbon Plate
A maximal-cushion Bondi with a carbon plate and extended rocker. Comfortable for easy miles, but the price and the plate raise questions.
Running Shoes
Hoka Rincon 3 First Run Review: Lightweight Cushioning for Everyday Running
A first run in the Hoka Rincon 3 covering fit, feel at easy and faster paces, and whether it keeps the versatile character of earlier Rincons.
Running Shoes
Hoka Rincon 3 Review: 200 Miles Later, Still a Solid Budget Daily Trainer
After 200-plus miles of testing on roads and light trails, the Hoka Rincon 3 proves light, agile, and more durable than its reputation suggests.
Running Shoes
Hoka Rincon 3 vs Hoka Mach 5: Which Lightweight Trainer Should You Buy?
Two of Hoka's lightweight daily trainers go head to head. We compare fit, ride, midsole foam, and value to help you pick the right one.
Running Shoes
Hoka Rocket X 2 vs Hoka Cielo X1: Which Hoka Racer Fits Your Race Day?
Two Hoka marathon racing shoes with very different personalities: a snappy, streamlined half marathon weapon and a plush, bouncy marathon workhorse.
Running Shoes
Hoka Skyflow First Run Review: A More Cushioned Take on the Mach Formula
The Hoka Skyflow brings supercritical EVA foam to a cushioned daily trainer, sitting somewhere between the Clifton and Bondi in the Hoka range.
Running Shoes
Hoka Skyflow Review: A Cushioned Daily Trainer That Grows on You
Hoka's new cushioned daily trainer blends supercritical EVA foam with a rocker design for a smooth, versatile ride at £150 / $160.
Running Shoes
Hoka Skyflow vs Hoka Clifton 10: Which Cushioned Daily Trainer Should You Buy?
Two closely matched Hoka daily trainers with similar specs but different ride feel. Here is how the Skyflow and Clifton 10 compare.
Running Shoes
Hoka Skyward X Revisited: Still the Max-Cushion Trainer to Beat
A second look at the Hoka Skyward X after new max-cushion rivals arrived, covering its ride, fit, plate, and whether it is worth the price.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Speedgoat 6 Review: A Do-It-All Trail Shoe That Stays True to Its DNA
Refined upper and midsole updates aim for better durability while keeping the balanced, protective Speedgoat ride runners know.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Tecton X 3 Review: A Radically Different Carbon Trail Racer
Hoka's latest carbon-plated trail shoe swaps to lively PEBA foam and a gaiter-style upper. Here's how it runs and who it suits.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Tecton X Review: Hoka's First Carbon Plate Trail Racer, Plus Two Rivals
A close look at the Hoka Tecton X and how it stacks up against the Speedgoat 5 and The North Face Flight Vectiv for trail racing.
Trail Running Shoes
Plated Trail Shoes Compared: Hoka Tecton X, Hoka Zegama and The North Face Flight Vectiv
Three plated trail options with very different characters: a bouncy dual-plate racer, a nimble all-rounder and a stiff speed shoe for predictable terrain.
Fountain Pens
Hooligan Georgia Custom Fountain Pen No. 273: A One-of-a-Kind Review
A handmade custom fountain pen from master craftsman Tim Cullen of Hooligan Georgia, featuring vintage lapis lazuli material and a handcrafted continuum nib.
Training Tech
HRV for Training App Review: A $10 Readiness Tool That Replaces Expensive Hardware
A one-off-payment app built by a leading HRV scientist that guides daily training decisions using your phone's camera, with optional support for popular wearables.
Wearables
Huawei Watch Fit 2 First Run Review: A Strong All-Rounder for Runners
A larger AMOLED screen, dual-band GPS and running analysis borrowed from the Watch GT Runner make the Fit 2 a promising option for runners who prefer a tracker-style design.
Smartwatches
Huawei Watch GT 3 First Look: A Nicer Display, New Running Features, and One Catch
The GT 3 brings a sharper screen, dual-band GPS, and upgraded heart rate sensing, but the price has climbed and external sensor support is still missing.
Smartwatches
Huawei Watch GT Runner First Run Review: A Running Watch That Gets the Basics Right
Two test runs against a chest strap and a premium GPS watch reveal where the Huawei Watch GT Runner shines and where its heart rate data still wobbles.
Running Watches
Huawei Watch GT Runner Review: A Serious Running Watch That Almost Nails It
A lightweight, well-designed running smartwatch with strong training tools, but GPS pacing and heart rate accuracy fall short of the sports watch elite.
Running Shoes
Hylo Impact Review: A Sustainable Daily Trainer That Actually Runs Fast
After 50 km of testing, the Hylo Impact proves plant-based running shoes can deliver soft cushioning and lively pace without the usual eco compromises.
Tools & EDC
Icon Locking Flex-Head Ratchet Bit Set RX FT35: A Compact Kit That Punches Above Its Price
A well-equipped ratchet bit set with a locking flex head, T-handle capability, and a lifetime guarantee, making it a strong pick for EDC-style kits and multi-tool modding.
Fountain Pens
Five Iconic Fountain Pens Worth Knowing: Vintage Legends and Modern Classics
From the Parker Vacumatic to the Pilot Vanishing Point, five fountain pens that defined the category through innovation, design, and writing character.
Road Running Shoes
inov-8 RoadFly First Run Review: A Natural Road Shoe in a Bouncy World
A first run of roughly 8 miles in the new inov-8 RoadFly, covering fit, sizing, the Powerflow Pro midsole, grip, and who this road shoe actually suits.
Running Gear
inov8 Adventure Light 15 Review: A Durable Running Backpack for Long Days Out
A 15-litre running pack with a lockdown fit, weatherproof storage, and hydration flexibility, tested over long training runs.
Trail Running Shoes
Inov-8 Trailfly Ultra G 280 Review: A Comfortable Step Toward Ultra-Ready Trail Running
The Trailfly Ultra G 280 brings a nitrogen-infused midsole, a roomier toe box and classic Inov-8 grip to long-distance trail running. Here is how it performed across multiple testers.
Action Cameras
Insta360 Go Ultra Review: A Tiny 4K Action Camera That Fits Anywhere
A hands-on look at the Insta360 Go Ultra, a thumbnail-sized 4K action camera with a huge ecosystem of magnetic mounts, a flip-screen action pod, and surprisingly strong image quality.