Skechers GOrun Ride 8 HYPER Multiple Tester Review

Skechers GOrun Ride 8 HYPER Multiple Tester Review

The Skechers GOrun Ride series came alive with version 7.  A light, bouncy, protective trainer that despite wear on the outsole, never seemed to wear out (I had 600 miles on one pair, which is unheard of for how hard I am on shoes).  A great fitting upper with the perfect offset (6mm), it was a shoe that I compared all other trainers to.  Now we have version 8, that somehow managed to improve every aspect of the shoe without ruining anything.  The GOrun Ride 8 HYPER has been seen on the feet of Edward Cheserek for some time now as his go to trainer.  Finally after months of teasing, it is finally coming to market.  This is a shoe I have been excited for and it lives up to the hype.  Or in this case the HYPER (BURST).

Saucony Ride ISO 2 Review

Saucony Ride ISO 2 Review

Simple often works well.  As complex as we often make life, getting down to the fundamentals should be what guides us.  This is how I view the Saucony Ride ISO 2. For all the bells and whistles footwear companies put in shoes, finding a reliable trainer can be difficult.  All you need is a shoe that fits well and is moderately response for both mileage and uptempo workouts.  It doesn't need to be super light and responsive like a racing flat.  It needs to be comfortable and able to handle the hard miles of life and training.  While this shoe doesn't blow me away, it has impressed me with being consistent throughout all the variables we look for in footwear.  As many with great wisdom will tell you, consistency is important for success.

MIzuno Wave Duel GTZ Review

Mizuno Wave Duel GTZ Review

For the number of Mizuno racing I have used (Ekiden, Universe, Musha, Emperor), I have always wondered why there was never a full wave plate utilized.  While these full plates are becoming more popular (Nike Vaporfly, Hoka CarbonX, Skechers Speed Elite Hyper), Mizuno was had a plate for years, but it only extended into the midfoot at the farthest.  This call has been answered in the form of two new, Japan only racing shoes: the Wave Duel series.  The Wave Duel is the more sturdy version with a little more midsole underneath and the Wave Duel GTZ is the lighter more aggressive racing shoe.  I decided to grab a pair through Global Rakuten to see how a non-carbon fiber, full length Mizuno Wave Plate felt.  I have not been disappointed.  For those looking for a responsive shoe without the excessive stiffness of carbon fiber but still featuring a full length plate, these are two shoes well worth checking out.  Let's start with the Wave Duel GTZ.

361° TAROKO Multiple Tester Review

361° TAROKO Multiple Tester Review

The 361 TAROKO is a new trail/trainer hybrid with a durable knit/mesh upper that shines across nearly all terrains.  The trail shoe market is full of shoes that span from minimalist to maximalist, but the TAROKO finds a happy medium that makes it versatile and fun to run in. When in the market for a trail shoe, finding one that is comfortable and is going to suit the needs of trails around you is important. This shoe may be one of the more versatile options out there, so let's check out how.

SKECHERS GO RUN SPEED XCR & XCS ULTRA Review

SKECHERS GO RUN SPEED XCR & XCS ULTRA Review

In recent years, SKECHERS has been elevating its game and becoming a serious contender in the racing arena for footwear.  The XCR and XCS are no different.  These incredibly light cross country racers are ready to attack and want to push the pace as fast as possible no matter the terrain.  Skechers has bridged the void between track spike and XC flat with the XCR and XCS.

Mizuno Wave Rider 23 Multiple Tester Review

Mizuno Wave Rider 23 Multiple Tester Review