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Hoka Mafate Speed 4 Lite Review | Stylish Lightweight Performance

When I heard the Hoka Mafate Speed 4 Lite were on their way to me, I was super excited. For those who don’t know, this trail shoe was born out…

Norda 005 Review | Lightweight, Built to Last Race Day Shoe

Are you looking for a light, fast shoe for trail racing?  Look no further, the Norda 005 could be the perfect shoe for you and it will also go the…

Salomon Aero Glide 3 Review | Lightweight Big Cushion

Looking for a max cushioned daily trainer that still can pick up the pace? Checkout our full Salomon Aero Glide 3 review for all the details.

Veja Condor 3 Advanced Review | A Beautiful Mess

Is the Veja Condor 3 Advanced a hit or a miss for this stylish eco friendly brand? The addition of the plate changed the feel of the shoe.

Diadora Gara Carbon 2 Review | Steep Price, Fun Ride

Diadora made a few upgrades to the Gara Carbon 2 for a more comfortable fit. Read to see if our tester thinks it's worth the $300 price tag.

Merrell Nova 4 Review | Continues To Gain Traction

Looking for a men's only trail shoe that can handle distance, technical terrain and remain comfy? The Merrell Nova 4 is checking all our boxes.

Brooks Glycerin 22 Review | Holding Course

One of the most popular running shoes has gotten an update to the foam. Our Brooks Glycerin 22 review dives in to the changes!

Puma ForeverRun Nitro 2 Review | Bouncing In to Stability

Puma is making a splash with their newest releases. Did our testers feel supported in the Puma Foreverrun Nitro 2? Read on to find out!

Saucony Guide 18 Review | Staying the Course

Ready for comfort and arch support in a durable trainer? The Saucony Guide 18 remains a reliable shoe that many are going to enjoy.

Merrell Antora 4 Review | Women’s Only Trail Shoe

Looking for a crazy light trail shoe for up to 50K? Then checkout our Merrell Antora 4 review to see if it's your winner!

Diadora Nucleo 2 Review | Light Stability With a Pop

Light stability is a new trend, but we aren't sure if this one nailed it. Checkout our multi-tester Diadora Nucleo 2 review.

Mizuno Neo Zen Review | Lightweight Comfort

For those newer to running you may not remember when Mizuno was the go to shoe in the early 2000’s. They’re making a comeback with big changes to the lineup.…

Brooks Launch 11 Review | A Budget Friendly Choice

Finding a running shoe that won't break the bank is becoming a sport. The Brooks Launch 11 is a lightweight option for a lot of runners.

The North Face Vectiv Enduris 4 Review

With some big updates to cushion and TPU, the North Face Vectiv Enduris 4 is a an upgrade you won't want to miss.

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Amanda Brooks is a Certified Running Coach, Certified Personal Trainer and long time distance runner with a passion for every facet of running, which leads her to do more reading, research and running than necessary. Find all the tips, tricks and tools you need from this running coach for your best injury free running. Read More…

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