Momentum is a great company that create athletic-inspired jewelry that motivates you throughout your day and workout. Momentum combines fashion and function in order to inspire you to get through your gym session or day at work. This line of workout friendly, high-quality jewelry pieces includes Motivate Wraps, Foot Notes, Suede Cuffs, Headbands, Earrings, and…
Author: Nicholas P, Chief Reviewer
Nicholas Pang is a competitive Northern California track & field athlete, runner, and Editor-in-Chief of the most comprehensive minimalist shoes and running accessories review site, Minimalist Running Shoes. He is also the author of 'The Minimalist Runner' and 'Wear Tested', books focusing on how to transition to barefoot-inspired minimal shoes and developing good running form. Nick is a member of the USA Track & Field organization.
OOFOS OOlala with a fashion flair
We recently reviewed the OOFOS OOCloog and OOriginal recovery shoes and instantly feel in love with them. Now OOFOS is bringing fashion flair to their OOriginal with the OOlala, colorful glossy uppers to a modified OOriginal platform. Available in five stylish colors, the OOlala collection is two-toned and bold, featuring their black and steel footbed…
Skora TEMPO, the natural running shoe for the masses
Skora Running has just launched the TEMPO model, perfect for runners looking to transition to natural running or those preferring a little cushioning. Skora TEMPO offers responsive cushioning that protects but does not interfere. New with the Skora TEMPO is the debut of Skora’s high density (HD) rubber – provides excellent grip, durability and abrasion resistance to…
Garmin VIVOACTIVE – the Apple iWatch for the active lifestyle
We’ve been wearing the new Garmin VIVOACTIVE GPS Smartwatch for about two weeks and fell in love with it. For those of us who run, bike, walk, desk-bound, and tethered to your iPhone, VIVOACTIVE is a slim, good looking, functional, and worthy alternative to the Apple iWatch if you don’t need all the bells-and-whistle and…
LEMs Primal 2 CARDINAL now available for purchase
If you already love the LEMS Shoes Primal 2, the new Primal 2 CARDINAL (red color) is no different. It uses the same super soft microfiber and breathable air-mesh, but with bright colors that you can be proud to show off! The new colors are simply stunning. Mix and match shoe laces within the half…
The new & improved Altra Zero Drop Instinct 3 & Intuition 3
The Altra Zero Drop Instinct and Intuition are one of the original models when Altra Running first launched over 4 years ago. We reviewed the first version of the Instinct and Intuition over three years ago. Now, the road running workhorse has been upgraded with more responsiveness and flexibility. What’s New in Instinct/Intuition 3.0 New…
Grey London & Volvo Protect Cyclists with creation of Life Paint
Leading the way in safety innovation, the luxury car marque launches something to protect those outside its cars… an invisible spray which reflects headlights in the dark. Volvo has always taken safety seriously. They invented the three-point seat belt in 1959 and then opened up the patent so that any car manufacturer could use it. Now they’re…
KODAK PIXPRO Smart Lens (SL) 25 camera
We have recently reviewed a game-changing, innovative and highly portable device designed to capture stunning 360° HD videos and fully immersive images all in one shot and without the need for multiple cameras and devices: the KODAK PIXPRO SP360 action camera. In this review, we look at another innovative camera from JK Imaging, the KODAK…
Rocking with the Altra Zero Drop Superior 2.0
We have watched the progress of the Altra Superior from version 1.0 to 1.5 and now to 2.0. And the latest update is Altra’s best yet. You can now claw your way to the top with the all-new Superior 2.0, Altra’s most versatile and lightweight trail running shoe with more grip and less weight. The…
Soleus GPS Pulse Heart Rate Monitor Watch
The new Soleus GPS Pulse uses an electro-optical technology to sense the heart beat. It has two LED beams and electro-optical cell to sense the volume of blood under your skin. The GPS Pulse watch has 8 main function modes: TIME, RUN, CHRO (chronograph), TMR (timer), HRM (heart rate), DATA, ALRM (alarm), and SET. Key…
Reebok reinvents its iconic pump sneaker – ZPump Fusion
Reebok unveiled the ZPump Fusion performance running sneaker on March 10, 2015. Reebok calls it a reinvention of its classic Pump shoe. The new ZPump will debut in six colorways (three each for men and women) but will follow with new patterns and materials dropping every month thereafter. The ZPump is made of just three components: the…
Tracking and locating items with TrackR Sticker & Wallet
TrackR is a small, coin-sized device that easily attaches to your valuable items. When used with the free TrackR mobile app, locate any lost or misplaced item in seconds by ringing your missing keys, using TrackR’s Distance Indicator or via Crowd GPS. TrackR uses Bluetooth LE to connect to a mobile app running on your…
Introducing ‘Publications’ section on Wear Tested Gear Review
Announcing a new section on our web site, Publications. We’ve decided to keep these posts in a separate area that can be found and referenced easily. As new special reports or posts are added throughout the year, you can always visit this area first rather than searching around our web site for them. As of…
VIVOBAREFOOT MATA – simple, flexible, evolved
For Spring, VIVOBAREFOOT is introducing an easy all-rounder slip-on, the simple and flexible MATA, a single piece leather upper and quality leather crafting that speaks for itself. Stripped down and minimalist in construction with a subtle color flash make for a pair of shoes that easily match with almost anything, and can be dressed up…
The LEMs Shoes Primal 2 Shade is here!
The new LEMs Shoes Primal 2 Shade is now available for purchase. If you already love they Primal 2, the new Shade color is no different. It uses the same super soft microfiber and breathable air-mesh, but with a striking white sole color. If you have never tried the Primal 2 before, it’s lightweight, flexible,…
OOFOS Recovery Shoes – OOCloog, OOriginal
OOFOS has a singular mission – to make you feel better. It doesn’t matter if you run, walk, stand, or skip. Starting with OOFOS OOfoam technology and a patented footbed design, OOFOS collection is designed to jumpstart the recovery process. OOfoam is a technology that absorbs 37% more impact than traditional foams use in footwear….
Injinji Toe Socks for Spring & Summer 2015
I’m not one that wear socks when running unless it is very cold and my toes are really numb. But I do wear socks when wearing dress shoes and business casual shoes (sometimes). Recently, when cycling in cold weather, I had to resort to wearing toe socks. A few of my female wear testers wear…
Xero Shoes New Products – Amuri Z-Trek & Cloud/Venture Lacing System
Due to delays caused by port worker strikes, limited quantities available initially. Sign up at Xero Shoes and be the first to be notified when new stock is available. Xero Shoes has just launched their hottest new model yet, the Amuri Z-Trek. Additionally, they have also made an improvement to the Cloud and Venture lacing system. Now you…
Klean Kanteen Vacuum Insulated 20 oz
Do you need your iced mocha to stay frosty for hours on those long trips or bike rides? Want your homemade chili to still be hot for lunch even though you poured it in seven hours and 4,000 vertical feet ago? With double-wall, vacuum insulation, the Klean Kanteen Vacuum Insulated 20oz thermos keeps contents hot…
Ashmei launches CYCLE and TRI range of high performance apparel
The new Ashmei cycling and triathlon collection is showcased at the London Bike Show in the UK this week. In stock and already taking orders, the Ashmei CYCLE and Ashmei TRI collection for Men (Women coming soon) joins Ashmei’s running collection which we love more than any other performance brand out there! See our reviews…
Tifosi Optics Veloce sunglasses for cycling and running
It bears repeating why Tifosi Optics is one of my favorite brands for running and outdoor sunglasses: fit, styling, and price. And appropriately, TIFOSI is the Italian word for super-fan, an avid sports enthusiast. Over the past 4 years, we have reviewed the Tifosi Clarion Mirror collection, Tyrant 2.0, Podium, and now, the Veloce. There…
Wahoo Fitness TICKR X and 7 Minute Workout
TICKR X is a workout tracker from Wahoo Fitness with memory. TICKR X is the ultimate workout wearable with built-in memory thus giving you the freedom to train without a smartphone. Untethered from your smartphone, it captures heart rate, calorie burn, and duration from your workouts and syncs them to your smartphone later. You can…
FUJIFILM X100T premium compact fixed-lens review
The FUJIFILM X100T is the latest premium compact, fixed lens camera from FUJIFILM designed for photographers looking for the ultimate in image quality, performance and functionality. The X100T comes newly equipped with an advanced Hybrid Viewfinder and an Electronic Rangefinder that now gives users reduced display lag times, automatic brightness controls and a Natural Live…
Want a free pair of Skora FIT? Find out how…
Skora Sale of the Year! For two days only, Wed and Thu (Feb 4, 2015 and Feb 5, 2015 11:59pm PST), Skora Running is offering a FREE pair of Skora FIT (your choice) with any purchase over $109! This is the BEST DEAL EVER from Skora! Add FIT to cart and use code: FIT4FREE Choose from any model of Skora FORM, CORE,…