Boulder Boot Leather now available in beautiful Russet (brown) and Raven (black).
Category: Gear Reviews – Running, Cycling, Travel, Outdoors, Wearables, Money & More
Holiday Gift Idea: Cotopaxi Jackets – Tikal & Pacaya
The Cotopaxi Tikal lightweight, fully waterproof and breathable shell for four-season adventure, shields you from the elements whether you’re backpacking rugged trails or traversing foreign cities. The midweight, highly packable Cotopaxi Pacaya insulated jacket is designed for chilly shoulder season outings, snowy days, and breezy ridge tops.
2017 Boston Marathon Celebration Jacket
To commemorate the 121th race, adidas unveils the official 2017 Boston Marathon® Celebration Jacket.
Holiday Gift Idea: Hydro Flask 18oz Wide Mouth Insulated Bottle
Portable Water Bottle – Holiday 2016 gift idea for runners and walkers from WTGR
Holiday Gift Idea: Altra Zoned Heat Winter Running Gear
Winter Running Gear – Holiday 2016 gift idea for runners and walkers from WTGR
Holiday Gift Idea: VIVOBAREFOOT Porto
Business Casual Shoes – Holiday 2016 gift idea for runners and walkers from WTGR
Holiday Gift Idea: Ashmei 3 Season Jersey
Cycling Apparel – Holiday 2016 gift idea for runners and walkers from WTGR
Holiday Gift Idea: Knuckle Lights Running & Walking Rechargeable Lights
Running Lights – Holiday 2016 gift idea for runners and walkers from WTGR
Stay warmer with Tibetan Yak Wool that is also softer and more breathable than Merino Wool
Made with Yak fiber from the Tibetan Plateau, and an amazing natural fiber called Tencel, Kickstarter campaign launches for three lightweight baselayers that excel in the most extreme environments, and can handle anything you put them through.
Energize with Little Red Dot Bak Kwa
Seasoned with southeast asian spices then slow grilled to perfection, Little Red Dot Kitchen Bak Kwa (pronounced Buck K’Wah) is a Singaporean and Malaysian street-style snack.
Going around town with the new Xero Shoes Ipari Hana
Xero Shoes has just launched their first Ipari, the Hana, a closed toe casual slip-on shoe, based on the FeelTrue (as used in Z-Trek) outsole (same 5,000 mile warranty included). Yes, a ‘shoe’ versus an open toe sandal.
LEMs Shoes Mariner now available in Navy (Blue)
These boat shoes will help promote better balance more than any dose of Dramamine; increase mobility in the saltiest of sea legs; and help alleviate certain foot ailments such as bunions and hammertoes.
High performance does not mean high price over the long run
Every month, WTGR readers, NRC readers, friends, and family ask about high performance apparel for running, cycling, and travel. And the first question after I recommend a brand like Ashmei, Rapha, Craghoppers, and Icebreaker is, ‘Why is it so expensive?’.
The new VIVOBAREFOOT shoes have just landed
Explore the new VIVOBAREFOOT shoes and returning styles for Autumn/Winter 2016. Every VIVOBAREFOOT shoe has a thin, puncture resistant sole, to let you make sense of the terrain underfoot. Put your feet in charge of every step; from the city to the mountains.
LEMs Shoes Primal 2 now available in Teal and Violet!
The LEMs Primal 2 is an ultra-minimalist, everyday shoe that lets you get the most out of every day. Its wide toe box, natural shape, and inspired minimalist running shoe design are ideal for any daily deed that your calendar calls for.
Hi-Tec performance socks for your active lifestyle
Hi-Tec is known for their shoes and now they’ve added socks to their collection – naturally. And a perfect complement to hiking shoes. Hi-Tec performance socks are made of the highest quality materials to meet the needs of people with active lifestyles.
Altra Zero Drop Lone Peak 3.0 Collection now available
The Altra Zero Drop Lone Peak family expand! Years of feedback from athletes and customers alike have combined to create the new Altra Lone Peak 3.0.
Dying prematurely as overweight and obesity increase
Being overweight or obese is associated with a higher risk of dying prematurely than being normal weight—and the risk increases with additional pounds, according to a large international collaborative study led by researchers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the University of Cambridge, UK.
Preview of Spitting in the Soup, Inside the Dirty Game of Doping in Sports
In his controversial new book, veteran sports journalist Mark Johnson explores how the deals made behind closed doors keep drugs in sports. Johnson unwinds the doping culture from the early days, when pills meant progress, and uncovers the complex relationships that underlie elite sports culture.
USAF NRC Efficient Running Training Modules now available!
Efficient Running is a 3 module multi-media and interactive course designed to teach all military members and civilians to be healthier and better runners. Running is a critical component in the USAF Fitness Assessment as well as an excellent activity for overall health.
Running may be better than swimming or cycling for long-term bone health
Exercise that puts greater strain on bones, like running, may improve long-term bone health more effectively than non weight-bearing activities like cycling, conclude the authors of a new study measuring the hormones of mountain ultra-marathon runners.
Study show reduced knee and hip injuries in barefoot runner
Statistically fewer overall, diagnosed, musculoskeletal injuries/runner were noted in the barefoot group. Barefoot runners sustained a statistically greater number of injuries to the plantar surface of the foot.
VIVOBAREFOOT San-dals on Kickstarter
VIVOBAREFOOT have launched a new Kickstarter project, working with the San Bushmen in Namibia. VIVOBAREFOOT wants to bring ancient wisdom back to modern feet.
Running Barefoot Improves Working Memory
Running barefoot is better than running with shoes for your working memory, according to a new study published by researchers at the University of North Florida.