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Women's UA Meridian Bike Shorts in Hushed Turquoise - full view
Workout Shorts

Under Armour Meridian Bike Shorts for Women

January 4, 2021 clothesadmin Comments Off on Under Armour Meridian Bike Shorts for Women

Let’s review what makes the Women’s UA Meridian Bike Shorts a great high-performance apparel option for your workout. Softness was one of the key features that Under Armour put into their new UA Meridian line of workout clothing. And they’ve got a great selection of tights and leggings for your workout, but now they have bike shorts also. These are hot – you can get them at Under Armour.com (We are an affiliate): Women’s UA Meridian Bike Shorts – Overview First, let’s highlight the specially engineered fabric that is used in these bike shorts – because that’s the secret to the comfort and performance. These are made from a 83% Nylon / 17% Elastane blended fabric – so they’ve got great stretch for comfort. But these also wick sweat away from your body – to double up the comfort. These also dry very quickly. It’s also a lightweight material. But these aren’t shorts that get a hole in them after you wear the twice – these are premium shorts that will go the mile. These are a fitted product, that [Read more …]

Under Armour Ultimate Running Kit for Global Running Day 2020
Running Shoes

Be a Better Runner for Global Running Day – Under Armour Ultimate Running Kit

January 4, 2021 clothesadmin Comments Off on Be a Better Runner for Global Running Day – Under Armour Ultimate Running Kit

Under Armour has a goal to make runners better – by providing high performance gear and tech that helps. This high-tech gear can go the distance, for many runs – miles and kilomoters. And for Global Running Day 2020 (June 3rd) they are unveiling something new – the Ultimate Running Kit. Here’s a sneak peek at what Under Armour has for you: What is it? It’s a collection of essentials to make you a better runner. What’s included? How about a special colorway of the UA HOVR Infinite 2 – this special Global Running Day edition has “kilometer” in various global languages right on it. If there’s a universal sport enjoyed world-wide (and through the ages) it is certainly running. But, this is more than just shoes – thanks to the digitally connected experience of running in UA HOVR shoes with the MapMyRun app you can get real-time form coaching. And that’s in addition to the more mundane logging of your run – and all the key stats – of course. These amazing shoes have a bluetooth chip in the [Read more …]

Reebok Nano X Cross Training Shoe
CrossFit Shoes

Reebok Nano X Cross-Trainer Shoe Review

May 8, 2022 clothesadmin Comments Off on Reebok Nano X Cross-Trainer Shoe Review

Reebok has launched the 10th iteration of their CrossFit training shoe – the Reebok Nano X is now available worldwide. What’s new and improved in this cross training shoe? That’s what we’ve evaluated in our hands-on review. Read on to find out the details… YO! Why are you looking at the Reebok Nano X? This shoe is now 3 years old. Check out our Reebok Nano X2 review. The X2 is the successor to the Nano X. (There was an X1, but the X2 is better all around). Here’s some of the launch styles that are available now: Let’s take a look. Reebok Nano X Shoe Review – On Our YouTube Channel We’ve got two hands-on video overviews of this shoe on our YouTube channel: And this video compares it directly (and in-depth) to the Reebok Nano 9. Reebok Nano X Shoe Review – What’s New and Improved? Let’s start by calling out the differences with this shoe as compared to the Reebok Nano 9 (last year’s official CrossFit training shoe.) The visible change is the upper (the part that [Read more …]

Nike Free Metcon 3 - New Cross Trainer for CrossFit in 2020
CrossFit Shoes

Nike Free Metcon 3 Review – New Training Shoe

December 28, 2020 clothesadmin Comments Off on Nike Free Metcon 3 Review – New Training Shoe

Nike’s new Nike Free Metcon 3 blends the “Free” running shoe line with the “Metcon” training shoe line to create something unique. And it is available now. This is the successor to the excellent Nike Free x Metcon 2. It is a fairly radical reboot – while staying true to the Free and Metcon features, of course. Read our full review to find out if it is the best CrossFit training shoe for you. (Spoiler alert: This shoe is our top pick for a WOD running shoe – see our review of the Best CrossFit Shoes for 2021 for details.) Get it at Road Runner Sports (we are an affiliate): Enough talk, let’s take a look. Nike Free Metcon 3 Shoe Review YouTube Want to see this shoe up close? Here’s our first look video from our YouTube channel: And here’s our long term follow-up. Nike Free Metcon 3 Shoe Review – Sizing Let’s get started with sizing, fit, and feel. This shoe runs true to size. I wear a Men’s Size 11 in the majority of athletic shoes I [Read more …]

Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 6 - New Trail Running Shoe for 2020
Running Shoes

Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 6 – Trail Running Shoe Review

April 25, 2020 clothesadmin Comments Off on Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 6 – Trail Running Shoe Review

Earlier in March, Nike released the 6th generation of their trail running shoe – the Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 6. This is a serious trail running shoe – and one meant for rocky pathways. We’ll take an up-close look and review all the special features of this great trail runner shoe. You can get this shoe from Road Runner Sports (We are an affiliate): Let’s take a look. Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 6 Hands On Review on YouTube We featured this shoe as part of our Nike Trail Shoe Shootout 2020: Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 6 Trail Running Shoe First of all, this is a trail running shoe. It’s specialized for off-pavement running (or walking) on rough terrain. Trail running shoes normally have deep, boot-like lugs on the outsole – for maximum traction. You can see the Terra Kiger 6 has an aggressive tread pattern with deep lugs – as you’d expect. This shoe is interesting because there is a rubber pod incorporated in the center (at the midfoot) for wet traction. You can see that it [Read more …]

Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit - New Running Shoe for 2020
Running Shoes

Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit – New Running Shoe Review

January 18, 2021 clothesadmin Comments Off on Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit – New Running Shoe Review

Interested in this shoe? Nike just released the 2nd version – check out the Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 2. Are you a fan of Nike’s React foam? If so, you may want to check out the new Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit – the newest running shoe from Nike that uses React foam. Nike claims this shoe can reduce the occurrence of running related injuries. I don’t have a practical way to validate that claim, but I can tell you this is a very comfortable, highly cushioned running shoe. Let’s dive in and take a close look. You can get this shoe from Road Runner Sports (we are an affiliate): Let’s look at what makes these running shoes unique. Nike React Foam Cushioning Let’s start with Nike’s React foam – because there is a lot of it. Why does Nike purport this shoe to be great for avoiding injuries? The use of React is a big part of it (but there’s more reasons.) React foam provides outstanding softness and cushion. But, it also provides energy and rebound with every [Read more …]

GORUCK MACV-1 Black Leather Generation 2 Boot
Rucking

GORUCK MACV-1 Generation 2 Rucking Boot (Black Leather) Review

March 1, 2021 clothesadmin Comments Off on GORUCK MACV-1 Generation 2 Rucking Boot (Black Leather) Review

GORUCK has released the Generation 2 version of their lightweight jungle rucking boot – the MACV-1. Here’s this brand new boot – 6″ high in black leather. This is a great boot – it is not a hard-core all-terrain boot, but rather a more well rounded, comfortable boot. And it is meant to go the distance. We’ll review all the special features of this boot in this review. Let’s take an up-close look. GORUCK MACV-1 Video Review from our YouTube Channel Here’s the Black Leather version: Want to see these bad-boys in action? Check out this video of the Coyote Brown: This video focuses more on the GORUCK Rucker, but it’ll give you an idea of how we test this gear: MACV-1 Generation 2 – What’s New? We mentioned this is the 2nd generation of the MACV-1 boot, so let’s talk about what is new and improved first. Perhaps the biggest improvement is the new all-terrain outsole. GORUCK took feedback from the wearers of the original boot and made a more aggressive lug pattern on this version. Here’s one thing [Read more …]

Quarter view of Nike React Infiinity Run Flyknit in True White/White/Pure Platinum/Photo Blue
Running Shoes

Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit First Look – True White/White/Pure Platinum/Photo Blue

March 20, 2020 clothesadmin Comments Off on Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit First Look – True White/White/Pure Platinum/Photo Blue

Here’s the new Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit running shoe in the True White/White/Pure Platinum/Photo Blue colorway. What’s the big draw about this shoe? Nike claims it can reduce the occurrence of injuries: “In testing, the Nike React Infinity Run reduced injuries by 52% compared to the Nike Air Zoom Structure 22. The Nike React Infinity Run reduced running injuries by 52% compared to the Nike Air Zoom Structure 22 in a study of 226 men and women during a 12 week run training program (injury = missing 3 or more consecutive runs due to running related pain). Our study found that 30.3% of Nike Air Zoom Structure 22 runners experienced an injury but only 14.5% of Nike React Infinity Run runners experienced an injury.” Where can you get it? Road Runner Sports: How does it reduce injuries? Foam – lots and lots of foam – but specifically this is Nike’s React cushioning foam. This newest version of the shoe also has an improved FlyKnit upper and provides a secure and cushioned feel. Officially, this version of the shoe is [Read more …]

GORUCK MACV-1 Lightweight Rucking Boot in Coyote Suede (6")
Rucking

MACV-1 Lightweight Gen2 Boot Review – GORUCK

March 1, 2021 clothesadmin 2

GORUCK, the rucking company, makes a lightweight jungle boot they call the MACV-1. And they’ve now launched the 2nd generation of this lightweight, comfortable boot. The newest MACV-1 boot has an improved rubber outsole for better all-terrain performance, and an upper made out of improved leather. But there is much more to this pair of boots – and that’s what we’ll talk about in this review. We’ve just received our pair of MACV-1 boots (6″ in Coyote Suede) and our hands-on (feet-on?) testing has begun. Consider this to be a “first look” and we’ll update with further details as we find out more about this great new footwear. Here’s the products we’ll be reviewing: Let’s take a close look. GORUCK MACV-1 Video Review from our YouTube Channel Want to see these bad-boys in action? Check out these videos: Here’s the Black Leather version: This video focuses more on the GORUCK Rucker, but it’ll give you an idea of how we test this gear: MACV-1 Lightweight Rucking Boot – Sizing Let’s talk about fit and sizing because that is what most [Read more …]

GORUCK Challenge Pants
Rucking

Challenge Pants from GORUCK Review

March 22, 2021 clothesadmin Comments Off on Challenge Pants from GORUCK Review

Let’s look at Challenge Pants from GORUCK. What are Challenge Pants? These are a super-tough cargo-style pants made by GORUCK. GORUCK specializes in “rucking” gear – also known as a “ruck march”. What’s rucking? It’s simply walking for distance with a heavily loaded backpack (aka rucksack – hence the name.) Do you need GORUCK pants to go on a ruck march? No, you don’t. But GORUCK has created something super-functional and useful to make what are now my favorite pair of pants- For just about anything. So, ruck if you want to – but these pants can do so much more. As I write this, I’m sitting in a hotel room at 3:52am, about to head to SEATAC to fly back home. And, of course, I’m wearing my Challenge Pants. Why? Because they are the best pants for travel. So, no matter if you are looking for workout pants, rucking pants, or just plain good athletic pants these will work. Let’s take a closer look. We’re going to use a lot of GORUCK supplied photos here – because it is [Read more …]