RunnersWorld May the Brooks Run Lucky Launch 8 Bring a Bit of Luck to Your Run RunnersWorld - By Amanda FurrerWhether you’re planning your own shamrock 5K or attending some small socially distanced fun, these are the shoes to lace up in. The RW Takeaway: The Launch 8 and Launch GTS 8 have received the annual Patrick’s...
RunnersWorld 361 Degrees’s Strata 4 Brings a Fresh Take to Old-School Stability RunnersWorld - By Morgan PetrunyThis smoother, bouncier version of the brand’s flagship model suggests there’s still room for the good ol’ medial post in 2021—as long as it’s done right. The RW Takeaway: The Strata is a durable, well-balanced...
RunnersWorld Even Craft Sports Has a Carbon-Plated Racer RunnersWorld - By Pat HeineI took the Craft CTM Ultra Carbon on a 34-mile run fresh out of the box. Here’s what I learned. The RW Takeaway: Buy this if you’re looking to crush your next race on buffed trails. A carbon-fiber plate...
RunnersWorld The Best Running Shoes For Every Type of Run RunnersWorld - By The Runner’s World EditorsThese are the top models we’re loving right now for the road, trail, and race day. You know what you want from your running shoes: light weight, cushioning, support, and a comfortable fit. Of course, most...
RunnersWorld Get a Claw-Like Grip on the Trail Running in Altra’s Lone Peak 5 RunnersWorld - By Amanda FurrerThe shoe has a sticky MacTrac rubber outsole with angular lugs, and a protective rock plate in the forefoot. The RW Takeaway: The Lone Peak 5 is updated with a new rock plate and Ego midsole, resulting...
RunnersWorld Our Latest Data on the Coolest Gear, Declassified from the RW Test Zone RunnersWorld - By Morgan Petruny and Dan RoeCheck out our notes, opinions, tips, and findings from inside the world’s most rigorous shoe and running accessory testing lab. Our Runner’s World test team is crew of full-time product testers, editors,...
RunnersWorld A First Look at Nathan Sports's New Apparel Collection RunnersWorld - By Jeff DengateStylish jackets, tees, and bottoms take the brand beyond bottles and lights. Look in your running gear bin and you’re almost sure to find a Nathan Sports headlamp or water bottle. The company’s accessories...
RunnersWorld 8 Mistakes Runners Make When Buying Running Shoes RunnersWorld - By Amanda FurrerEven seasoned runners sometimes make these blunders. Whether the pandemic got you into running as an easy way to get some exercise, or you’ve been doing it your entire life, buying running shoes can tricky....
RunnersWorld For Days When No Trail Shoe Is Rugged Enough, Merrell Made the MQM Flex 2 GTX “Sniker” RunnersWorld - By Morgan PetrunyIt’s not quite a hiker, but we’d never call it a sneaker. This shoe is a burly, surprisingly agile combo. The RW Takeaway: A durable runner-meets-hiking-boot hybrid made for swampy runs, steep hikes, fastpacking,...
RunnersWorld The Mach 4 Is Hoka One One’s Best Running Shoe RunnersWorld - By Amanda FurrerWith catapult-like energy return and a design inspired by the brand’s competitive trainers, this Mach reigns supreme. The RW Takeaway: The Mach 4 brings that plush comfort we associate with Hoka, along...
RunnersWorld The NordicTrack Commercial 2950 Is a High-Quality Treadmill With Something for Everyone RunnersWorld - By Erica MurphyPlus, it comes with a 1-year iFit membership! On Trial: NordicTrack Commercial 2950 Treadmill Tester: Erica Murphy, a runner who’s been desperate to get back into a gym for treadmill workouts The Brief:...
RunnersWorld What Is Toe Spring in Running Shoes? RunnersWorld - By Matthew Klein, D.P.TThis increasingly prevalent feature can help—or hurt—your running. The last several years have seen a dramatic change in the looks and design of modern running shoes. As maximal shoe design continues influence...
RunnersWorld Best Deodorants for Women Who Run RunnersWorld - By Caitlin GiddingsWe put deodorants and antiperspirants to the test. Here’s what kept us feeling freshest during and after a run. For many women runners, swiping on deodorant is a crucial part of the pre-run routine, and...
RunnersWorld A Runner’s Case for Wearing Recovery Shoes—and Why You Should, Too RunnersWorld - By Amy WolffThe Kane Revive is a sustainably-designed, Crocs-like shoe that’s ideal for your days off. The RW Takeaway: Backed by the crowd-funding site Kickstarter, the Kane Revive is an athlete-pleaser designed...
RunnersWorld Step Aside, Ghost—Brooks’s Glycerin 19 Is the Best New All-Purpose Trainer RunnersWorld - By Amanda FurrerThis rendition of the most cushioned model is a departure from the clunky recovery shoe we used to know. The RW Takeaway: Lace up in the responsive and generously cushioned Glycerin 19 for all kinds of...
RunnersWorld These 10 Shoes May Be the Most Comfortable You’ll Ever Run In RunnersWorld - By The Runner’s World EditorsYour feet will find a happy home in one of these. Comfort is king. In fact, some research even shows that when you choose a shoe simply because it’s comfortable, you may be less likely to get injured....
RunnersWorld Atreyu’s The Artist Is Half the Cost of Other Carbon Fiber–Plated Racers RunnersWorld - By Jeff DengateAn online-only, subscription sales model keeps the shoe’s price in check. The RW Takeaway: A bargain racer from a newcomer that is competitive with more established companies. An EVA midsole helps keep...
RunnersWorld The Best On Running Shoes RunnersWorld - By Michael CharboneauThis Swiss running company has barely been around for a decade, but it’s already one of the biggest innovators in the shoe game. Founded in 2010, On was born out of a desire to create a shoe that would...
RunnersWorld The Plush Brooks Caldera 5 Can Withstand Technical Trails and Wintry Elements RunnersWorld - By Amanda FurrerOur editor dared to run after the Northeast’s recent snowstorms, trusting the outsole’s sticky TrailTack rubber. The RW Takeaway: The thickly cushioned Caldera 5 provides impressive rebound—and is a beast...
RunnersWorld Could A Mouthpiece Help You Become A Better Runner? RunnersWorld - By Jenny McCoyAfter 16 years of research, this company believes that, yes, it can. Dena Garner, Ph.D., the researcher behind the Airwaav performance mouthpiece, is the first to admit that her product—a mouthpiece for...
RunnersWorld The 16 Best Deals From Backcountry’s Big Winter Sale RunnersWorld - By Kelsey MulveyWe’re talking popular Nike shoes for under $100. If you’re an expert shopper, you know that now is the right time to stock up on cold weather gear. Whether you’re in the market for a new activewear closet...
RunnersWorld 10 Advanced GPS Watches for Runners RunnersWorld - By Runner's World EditorsHigh-tech timepieces to help you hit your splits. Today’s powerful GPS watches have all the sport-specific features to track every stride on the roads, but they’re also packed with other sensors and technology...
RunnersWorld The Best Mizuno Running Shoes RunnersWorld - By Michael CharboneauThough its lineup is small, Mizuno fills an important niche with its durable high-mileage trainers. Mizuno began to establish itself as a major player in running shoes in the 1980s. In 1982, it released...
RunnersWorld Slippery Trails Are No Match for the Salomon Wildcross RunnersWorld - By Pat HeineA unique lug pattern bites the ground from any direction, keeping you planted when the singletrack gets gnarly. The RW Takeaway: Thanks to a toothy sole and water-resistant upper, the Wildcross tames that...
RunnersWorldShoes 10 Dad Sneakers That Runners Will Love RunnersWorld - By Gabriel LodgeThose ugly sneakers that your dad used to wear are cool now—and they can be a comfortable choice for runners, too. Dad shoes, or sneakers, or whatever your old man calls them, are cool now. Yes, those...
RunnersWorld 12 Cases That’ll Protect and Personalize Your Apple Watch RunnersWorld - By Stefan VazharovKeep that smartwatch scratch-free! You probably have a protective case for your iPhone, so why wouldn't you get one for your expensive Apple Watch? Much like the iPhone, there are countless Apple Watch...
RunnersWorld The 2021 Runner’s World Fitness Awards RunnersWorld - The Runner's World EditorsWe sweat-tested the latest products for at-home workouts and modified routines. How we train has changed. With gyms closed or restricted, and masks a must for outdoor runs amongst crowds, the tools and...
RunnersWorldAccessories The 12 Best and Most Comfortable Socks for Runners RunnersWorld - By The Runner’s World EditorsWe tested dozens of pairs. These are the ones worthy of a spot in your drawer. Runners obsess over every detail of a running shoe to make sure they have comfort dialed for every step. But many of us will...
RunnersWorld The 16 Hottest Nike Air Max Styles and Deals Right Now RunnersWorld - By Dan Roe, Michael Charboneau and Caitlin GiddingsWith running roots and a bold design, the Air Max is a classic trainer with serious street style. The Nike Air Max is among the most recognizable sneakers ever made; the exposed air pockets are as evocative...
