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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.
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The 9 Peak is the next generation GPS watch from Suunto and differs from their other models with a slimmer profile, more aesthetic design and recent software updates. We put the 9 Peak to the test with long training weeks, structured workouts and everyday functional wear.
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The MT is positioned in the Topo lineup as a hybrid road-trail shoe for light hiking or fitness running, but it also works well as a high-mileage trainer or race day shoe for those who are more accustomed to minimalist footwear. The latest iteration of this line, the MT-4, has updates from top to bottom, while preserving the same geometry and classic Topo fit that so many customers love.
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New shoe releases get a lot of hype at The Running Event, but there are always a number of other items that catch our eye over the course of the two-day showcase. Check out Part 1 of our review for the newest shoe releases, and read on for some cool hydration products and other accessories we’re looking to test on the trail next year.
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Our editorial team was enormously happy to be back at TRE, an annual industry showcase that was cancelled last year due to the pandemic. The event’s return was a gathering of running brands from all over the country, allowing our team to interact with companies face to face again and get a preview of items we’ll be testing in 2022. We’ve narrowed our focus to shoes in this recap; Part 2 will showcase other gear and accessories.