The New Balance 110 Winter is an enhanced version of the original New Balance MT/WT 110 which we reviewed here last year. The most noticeable feature is a waterproof gaiter that wraps the entire shoe and ankle, locking out water and debris. The New Balance Trail 110 All Weather is a minimum feature, minimum neutral trail…
Category: Running Gear Reviews
Salomon Sense Shoe Review
The long awaited shoe designed for Kilian Jornet, veteran and winner of the Western States 100, is finally here. The Salomon Sense is an intuitive running shoe designed in close collaboration with Kilian Jornet for the most demanding trail races on the planet. Salomon’s R&D team went to work on a shoe that would deliver…
Xero Shoes in 4 COOL colors!
Xero Shoes (formerly Invisible Shoes) today announced that you can now get them in 4 WAY COOL colors. And to celebrate, you can also save 20% if you order by October 2nd! In addition to their Coal Black, you can now get Mocha Earth, Electric Mint, Boulder Sky, and Hot Salmon. Combine those with their different…
Nike Fly Knit versus Adidas Prime Knit
Nike won an injunction from the District Court in Nuremberg that prohibits Adidas from selling the adiZero Primeknit. Nike claimed in its suit that the shoes infringe on its Flyknit patent. Nike’s full statement follows, “We are pleased the District Court in Nuremberg has granted our application for an interim injunction against adidas for patent…
Sneak Peek: Nike Free Inneva Woven
Another interesting uppers technology from Nike. Not sure how this compare to Fly Knit as I don’t have either models… Designed to mimic the natural biomechanics of the foot, the Nike Free Inneva Woven is defined by its premium crafted details: a hand-woven upper, dynamic lacing system and natural motion. An intricate 360-degree hand-woven system…
New Balance XC900 Spike-Less Shoe Review
The New Balance XC900 offers an incredibly light, responsive, and sturdy ride without being overprotective or cumbersome with their latest lightweight cross-country flat. Sections in the outsole were perfed out to reduce weight thus creating a cross country and trail running shoe that is high performance and fast. The NB XC900 is for the more…
Adidas Running 20% OFF Sale – Adipure Collection Included!
Adidas Running 20% OFF Sale! Limited time offer valid only from 9/7/12 to 9/14/12. Offer expires on 9/14/12 at 11:59pm (PT). Offer is good for 20% off full price running shoes before tax is applied Use discount code RUN20. Free Shipping on Orders of $49 Limited time offer valid from 8/1/12 to 9/14/12. Offer expires…
Puma FAAS 350 S Shoe Review
The Puma FAAS 350 S is a lightweight and low-profile running shoe that takes a unique approach to stability with no clunky plastic inserts or dual-density materials. The FAAS 350 S features a one-piece midsole made with FAAS Foam. Stability kicks in when the shoe’s lateral release groove is engaged, allowing for a more gradual…
Sneak Peek: New Balance Minimus HI-REZ
New Balance will add to its barefoot-inspired Minimus collection with the introduction of the innovative Minimus HI-REZ road shoe. This shoe is designed for the minimal runner looking for the latest cutting edge product to enhance a hyper-real sensory running experience. The Minimus HI-REZ is made with 42 independent lightweight midsole pods mechanically bonded to a durable…
Inov-8 TrailRoc 235/255 Shoe Review
Natural running company Inov-8 introduces TrailRoc, a new range of trail running shoes designed specifically for running on loose, rugged and eroded trails. With three different options (Trailroc 235, zero drop; Trailroc 245, 3mm drop; Trailroc 255, 6mm drop) of varying cushioning, protection and differential, there is a new TrailRoc shoe for every trail runner’s…
Puma evoSPEED Runner Shoe Review
We recently gave you a sneak peek at the Puma evoSPEED Collection. In this review, we will look at the evoSPEED Runner. Inspired by the competitive performance spikes that Usain Bolt will be wearing during the 2012 Diamond League and at the Olympic Games in London, the BOLT evoSPEED Runner is a light, breathable and…
Merrell Mix Master 2 Shoe Review
Merrell has brought the Mix Master back after fixing a quick tear problem with the uppers when it was first launched. The Merrell Mix Master 2 is a minimal and lightweight trail shoe with a 4mm drop. True to its name, The Mix Master 2 is well-built for a mix of terrains and tempos. It’s…
Sneak Peek: Altra Zero Drop 3-Sum, One, Superior, Instinct/Intuition 1.5
Altra Zero Drop has just launched the next version of their best selling models: Instinct 1.5 and Intuition 1.5. Following that release will be The Superior in October and The 3-Sum & The One by the end of 2012. [jbox color=”yellow” icon=”http://weartested.org/images/on-sale.png” title=”Altra Instinct & Altra Intuition 25% OFF Sale”] With this launch the original Altra…
Sneak Peek: SKORA PHASE & CORE
Something to get excited about for 2013 from SKORA – lighter, revolutionary technology, and lower-priced next generation minimal shoes! The SKORA SS13 collection brings two all-new models with groundbreaking mid and outsole technology and construction techniques to the market. The two new SS13 models, PHASE and CORE, are both built on the revolutionary new R02 unibody…
Sneak Peak: New Balance Minimus 10v2 Road & Trail, 80 Multisport, 20v3 Training
New Balance is expanding and updating its Minimus line in 2013 with the introduction of Minimus 10v2, Minimus 10v2 Trail, Minimus 20v3 Training, and Minimus 80 Multisport. The Minimus 10v2 retains the 4mm drop and is designed for road runner but changes include the addition of a Vibram designed outsole and a modified upper, bringing…
Sneak Peek: Salomon Sense Ultra & Mantra
Salomon is bringing its minimal Sense Ultra (MSRP $180), with a 4-millimeter drop and Sense Mantra (MSRP $120), with a 6-millimeter drop, to the trail-running space, following a successful Salomon Sense launch earlier this Summer. Pricing is much better than the original $200 for the Sense. Both door-to-trail products have the company’s new EndoFit technology for…
Sneak Peek: Columbia Liquifly Minimal Trail Shoe
I’m impressed by this super lightweight minimal trail shoe from Columbia. With a drop of 4mm and weighing 6.9 ounces, it has a breathable, water-draining mesh upper with protective synthetic overlays. Lateral and longitudinal flex grooves that allow for natural foot movement. Available February 2013 for MSRP $90.
Adidas adipure Motion, Gazelle, Adapt Reviews
Adidas recently announced its first natural running shoe collection with the adipure Motion, Gazelle and Adapt. The adipure running range is engineered to promote pure and natural movement to help athletes safely and gradually improve their speed, strength and performance through minimalist running. The three-shoe collection provides options for athletes who want just the right…
Lizard Kross Shoe Review
Lizard Footwear is a leading brand in the Italian industry for sports sandals. It was created in Italy in 1992. Firmly established as an authentic outdoor brand, Lizard footwear is characterized by its constant search for perfection and by its use of innovative and unique materials that have always inspired this brand’s philosophy. Lizard is…
Puma evoSPEED Collection Sneak Peek
Olympics fever continues with the latest from Puma, the Puma evoSPEED Collection, applying the speed of Usain Bolt and 2102 as the “Year of Speed“. Designed under the criteria of “light, flex, and fit”, all evoSPEED footwear features lightweight materials, increased flexibility and an optimized fit that enables a greater freedom of movement without compromising…
Science of The Summer Olympics
Minimalist Running Shoes is excited about the upcoming London Olympics and kicking off here with a video resource shared by Dr. Mark Cucuzzella of the Natural Running Center. NBC Learn and NBC Sports, in partnership with the National Science Foundation, explore the engineering and technology helping athletes maximize their performance at the 2012 London Games…
Skechers GObionic – Coming Soon!
Keep your eyes out for this from Skechers: GObionic (Disclosure: I have been working with Skechers on several shoes that they currently have in development and I receive no payment from them aside from the prototype shoes which are provided free of charge) I LOVE THIS SHOE!!! SKECHERS GObionic QR from SKECHERS USA on Vimeo.
Merrell Clearance
Merrell recently launched a CLEARANCE section on their web site. Check out the items on clearance including Dash Glove, Current Glove, Rapid Glove, etc. Get yours before they run out. Shop now!
On Running Cloudracer Shoe Review
The new On Running Cloudracer is made to compete as the fastest shoe in the world. According to the results of a study by the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (the ‘MIT of Europe’), the On Running CloudTec outsole ’empowers you to run with lower heart rate’ compared to other leading running shoe – save…