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.
Category: Gear Reviews – Running, Cycling, Travel, Outdoors, Wearables, Money & More
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.
New Altra models coming in Q2/Q3 – Desert Boot, Lone Peak 3.0
Exciting new models in our review pipeline from Altra Running for Q2/Q3 launch: Desert Boot, Lone Peak 3.0, Lone Peak 3.0 Neoshell MID.
Garmin VIVOMOVE and VIVOACTIVE HR coming soon!
Two exciting new fitness watches from Garmin shipping in the next few weeks. The Garmin VIVOMOVE is a fashionable analog watch with activity tracking features and one year battery life. The Garmin VIVOACTIVE HR a GPS smartwatch with Garmin Elevate™ wrist heart rate technology.
VIVOBAREFOOT launches full Hand Cut Collection
Made in Portugal, VIVOBAREFOOT Hand Cut Collection uses the finest Tuscan leather and sustainably produced using ancient wisdom, with modern technology.
Bulls Bikes Desert Falcon Pro
The BULLS Desert Falcon Pro is a monster waiting to be unleashed. This bike comes with selected top notch technologies to ensure you are not only getting the most out of the bike but that you have a smile every single time you ride it.
Feel the ground and connect with the run on your VB Primus Road
The VIVOBAREFOOT Primus Road is VIVOBAREFOOT’s lightest and leanest movement shoe designed to put your feet in charge.
VIVOBAREFOOT RA Lite & MOTUS new colorways now available
Basketball, rock hopping, tennis or parkour; whatever your discipline, MOTUS lets you move with natural poise and motion control. Made with an ultra-thin, flexible and extra-wide sole, MOTUS gives your feet freedom, while the protective toe guard and non-marking rubber soles work together to keep you on your game.
Meet VIVOBAREFOOT Primus Road, the new, super-lightweight road shoe
Built for the road, tailored for speed; the Primus Road puts your feet in charge. The super-lightweight, breathable construction, with ultra-thin, flexible sole allows your feet to feel the ground, to connect with the run, leaving nothing in the way of you and the road.
Injinji Toe Socks for 2016
Spectrum is a new look featuring bold colors and graphics while maintaining the benefits of toesocks. The Spectrum print process creates a fresh design that will not distort or fade when worn. In other words, what you see is what you get.