The Newton MV3 is my favorite Newton running shoe since Aug 2013 when I wear tested it. I like it so much that I even used it for training and competing in track and field events: 400m and Triple Jump. Newton has not released a follow-up to their MV3 model for 2014 but they did…
Month: September 2014
Newton Running Fate & Kismet Review
We have reviewed the Newton P.O.P 1 platform featuring the Newton Gravity III and Newton Distance III models about 6 months ago here. The P.O.P 1 platform is good for long distance training and high intensity workouts and races with a ride that is lightweight and power packed. It is also designed to amplify efficient…
Looking for a minimalist triathlon running shoe? Inov-8 and Newton Running recently launched their Tri models.
If you are looking for a pair of minimalist running shoe that you can save time putting on (no laces) and going sockless, then Newton Running, Altra Running, and Inov-8 may have a pair that you might like. I’ve already wear tested the Altra 3-Sum last year (the colors have changed) but will be testing…
New shoes from Topo Athletic coming Fall ’14 and Spring ’15
Topo Athletic, the leader in natural-fit innovation for performance footwear, has recently launched the first of two new Fall ’14 model, the Sante, which we just started wear testing. Topo Athletic is one of less than a dozen companies still making zero drop and low drop (<4mm), wide toe box, lightweight, and lightly cushioned natural running shoes….
Why the Magellan ECHO FIT may be a better alternative for runners than Apple Watch SPORT
We loved the original Magellan ECHO smart running watch which we tested earlier this year and came to this conclusion at that time: The Magellan ECHO features is pretty much determined by the mobile app you want to use with it. Think of it as an extension of your smartphone – sort of like the…
Xero Shoes September Giveaway
For the next two weeks, Xero Shoes is giving away a Xero Shoes Gear Kit in a sweepstakes. The kit includes a pair of Amuri Cloud, a Xero t-shirt, a pair of ToeSox, and an Earth Ball foot massager. This has a $90+ value. The giveaway starts on Friday, September 5th at 6am, Pacific Time,…