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The original Akasha earned a reputation for combining protection and performance, and this spring’s updated version carries over the underfoot elements of the previous edition with a new upper designed for increased durability and breathability. The Akasha is one of the more cushioned shoes in La Sportiva’s lineup, intended for long runs or ultra-distance races with rough terrain.
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As one of the longest-tenured shoes in HOKA’s trail running lineup, the Speedgoat has established a reputation for durability and performance as a training shoe that is also fully suitable for long-distance racing. The new 5.0 version maintains its strength as a workhorse shoe while incorporating updates that result in improved comfort and performance.
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In a move cleverly designed to command the attention of all gear testers and social media simultaneously, on January 18 Garmin launched two complete series of its top-end adventure/multi-sport GPS watches: the Fenix 7 series and the second generation Epix series, which generated some robust side discussions about which series option (Fenix vs Epix) was better suited for particular users.
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We review a selection of spring shorts, tees, jackets and pants from Roark, Nathan, Janji and Daehlie.
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We received both full-length socks and calf sleeves from four major brands and put them through their paces. The garments were worn for a variety of distances and conditions, and then also as recovery pieces over the course of a 4-6 week period. We’ve pointed out some of the construction details of each, and included our thoughts on performance and fit.
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One of the main reasons to call off a winter run is that frosty, painful feeling in your fingers signaling a circulation system shutdown. Without adequate protection from the cold, hands and fingers can be vulnerable in freezing temperatures with few warning signs. We’ve tested a handful of current offerings that will help you extend your runs by offsetting the finger freeze.