After over 5 years of wearing and exclusively testing over 300 pairs of minimalist shoes (road running, trail running, casual, gym, dress), here are our absolute top 3 favorites for road, trail, and business casual. I’ve been loading up on these models as they go on sale or being discontinued. I wish they would keep some…
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Reebok Introduces New Nano 5.0!
Take your workout-of-the-day to a whole new level with Reebok’s new Nano 5.0! Reebok’s lightest, strongest, and most innovative Nano yet. For the first time ever, the Nano’s mesh upper is infused with durable Kevlar® for elite-level abrasion protection. Plus, the entire midsole shape has been re-engineered to fit more precisely and support your foot…
Olympic Caliber Running-stride Program from Topo Athletic & ACU
Topo Athletic today announced that they have sponsored ACU (Assess, Correct, Unify) Running, a FREE training program that helps runners rebuild their stride from the ground up. The experts behind ACU-Running reverse engineered the running stride down to its biomechanical components so that a runner can first master the underlying movement patterns that serve as the building blocks…
National Trails Day: June 6, 2015
Saturday June 6, 2015 is National Trails Day! National Trails Day events will take place in every state across the country and will include hikes, biking and horseback rides, paddling trips, bird watching, geocaching, gear demonstrations, stewardship projects and more. Get out there an enjoy the outdoors!!! What is National Trails Day? American Hiking Society’s National…
National Running Day: June 3, 2015 + giveaway!
Today, June 3, is National Running Day (#NationalRunningDay). Think about why you run and celebrate that. Encourage less-active friends to start running – they don’t have to wait another year! Reaffirm your love of running and for beginners to kick off a life-changing commitment. As a bonus to our readers, Skora Running is having a giveaway….
2015 Zappos Bay to Breakers
If you have never participated in the annual Bay To Breakers 12K race in San Francisco, CA, you will have to try it at least once (add it to your bucket list). Or do it twice – experience the craziness first and then plan on running it as a seeded runner the next time. I ran…
The next game changer is coming – VIVOBAREFOOT MOTUS
Over a year ago, many of my readers asked for a zero drop tennis, squash, basketball, parkour, urban running, road running, gym, or travel shoe. Now VIVOBAREFOOT has started to deliver one, the MOTUS. They are taking pre-orders now and will ship around May 19. With its resilient rubber toe guard, VB Motus protects your feet…
Boston Marathon and Motivational Monday
The 2015 Boston Marathon is on Monday, April 20, 2015. If you are running Boston this year, you’ve probably already selected your running gear for race day. If you are not, you can watch it live online and purchase Boston 2015 apparel – they are great motivational equipment in addition to your selection of music/songs, hydration…
Universal interchangeability with the new Tifosi Pro
Tifosi Optics today announces the availability of the Tifosi Pro with ICS, an interchangeable system that integrates Full Frame, Half Frame and/or Shield eyewear into one complete kit. This revolutionary patent-pending design allows for universal interchangeability. Simply snap the universal arms onto any of the included frames, add the appropriate lenses, and go! Adaptable For…
Recon Instruments Launches Recon Jet™ Smart Eyewear for Your Active Lifestyle
Revolutionary wearable tech product delivers critical information at a glance Recon Instruments, the award-winning technology company behind the world’s first consumer smart goggles for sports, today announced Recon Jet, an advanced wearable computer for sports and outdoor recreational activities. Jet will begin shipping this week. Featuring a dual-core CPU, high-contrast display and point-of-view camera, Jet connects…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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,…
Merrell Barefoot running shoes making a comeback?
We were one of the few minimalist runners who wear-tested sales samples of the Merrell Barefoot Collection of zero drop and low drop (4mm) minimalist running shoes 4 years ago at the Running Event in Austin, TX. As recent as last summer, Merrell has been pushing the AllOut Collection with a whooping 6mm and higher…
Best selling LEMS Boulder Boot now available in Amber Blue
The best selling minimalist boot from LEMs Shoes is now available in Amber Blue. The Boulder Boot Amber Blue is the latest colorway from LEMs and joins the Navy Stout, Buckeye, Brown, and Black. VERY LIMITED STOCK. Get yours today. Available at LEMs Shoes now! Available at LEMs Shoes now!
The LEMs Nine2Five Mocha is here!
Step up a notch in your business casual shoe wear with the new LEMs Shoes Nine2five Mocha. Joining the Coffee & Cream and Black colorways, the new Nine2five Mocha has a brown outsole but the same premium grade leather uppers, zero drop, and foot shape design as the latest Nine2five models. The Nine2five Coffee &…
Lifestraw Personal Water Filter is Amazon.com top holiday seller
Amazon‘s 20th holiday season brought record growth to the company’s fast, free shipping program Amazon Prime – more than 10 million new members worldwide tried Prime for the first time. Amazon customers also benefited from low prices this season, including more than 25,000 Lightning Deals. The Lifestraw Personal Water Filter emerged as the best selling…
Under Armour next innovation – Fat Tire trail runner
Under Armour‘s new Fat Tire trail runner is another innovative product design & development approach – remember the Speed Form, the first athletic shoe built in a bra factory? With the Fat Tire trail runner (there is also a boot for hiking), this men’s-only style takes its inspiration from the fat-tire bicycles that let riders…
Wear Tested 2014 Editors’ Choice Awards
Continuing our annual tradition of picking the best minimalist shoes we have wear tested for the full 2014 year, here are the latest Editors’ Choices. Next year, we will include cycling gear and wearables. Here are this year’s awards. [columns] [span6] Road Running Shoe of the Year Topo Athletic Runduro “A little cushioning goes a LONG…
LEMs Boulder Boot Fall ’14 new colorways now available!
LEMs Shoes is now taking orders for their Fall ’14 Boulder Boot Navy Stout and Buckeye Brown colorways. Need a gift for a friend, a family member, or yourself? Sick new colors, same awesome fit. Best news… same price! Limited stock in both. Get yours today. Available at LEMs Shoes now! Available at LEMs Shoes now!