Gear Reviews & Buyer's Guides
Black Friday Trail Running, Adventure, Active Lifestyle Deals 2020
This is our Black Friday curated gift list featuring our favorite trail running and adventure gear of 2020 - Here are the amazing once-a-year deals we chose!
The Best Trail Running Shoes in 2020 (So far): The Ultimate Buyers Guide!
Our ever-evolving list of the best trail running shoes for every scenario; whether you run ultramarathons, race 10k's or plan to do a Spartan/Tough Mudder..
5 Best Running Tights in 2020: For Cold Winter Trail Runs
This shortlist of the top 5 winter running tights for trail runners and ultrarunners will help you decide which tights are ultimately best for you.
Gifts For Trail Runners in 2020: Shoes, GPS, Accessories, Nutrition & More
After gift inspiration for the trail runner in your life or yourself? Check out our list of the best affordable and useful gifts for trail runners.
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CBD FOR ATHLETES
CBDPure Review: Organic CBD Oil, Softgels, and CBD-Infused Cream
This CBDPure review includes an overview of CBDPure's CBD oil, softgels and CBD-infused cream, and our experience using the products to aid athletic recovery.
5 Best CBD Balms For Athletes in 2020: Topicals For Pain Relief And Muscle Recovery
Here are the best CBD balms for athletes including cream and spray topicals. These topicals are fast-acting and highly-effective for pain relief and recovery.
Hemp Daddy’s CBD Review: Full Spectrum CBD Oil and Transdermal Cream
Our review of Hemp Daddy's CBD oil and pain cream, which are full-spectrum organic CBD products specifically intended for use by endurance runners and athletes.
PLANT PROTEIN POWDERS
Ladder Nutrition Review 2020 – Schwarzenegger’s Plant-Based Supplements
Another week, another plant-based protein review, and this time we're taking a look at a brand with some serious influence behind it...
5 Best Plant-Based Protein Powders For Runners (With Reviews)
The 5 best plant-based protein powders to help you recover faster and build stronger leaner muscles after running and strength workouts.
Wellness Code® Plant Protein Complete Shake Review 2019
How does Life Extension's sustainably sourced pea protein 'Wellness Code Plant Protein Complete' perform as a run recovery shake? Find out here...
RECOVERY TOOL REVIEWS
Chirp Wheel Review: How Well Does It Relieve Back Pain?
In this Chirp Wheel review, we cover the key features, pros, cons and our thoughts on using this back pain relief wheel to relieve tension in our aching backs.
Miraflora CBD Review: Organic CBD Products Designed for Athletes and Everyday Wellness
For quite some time now I have been a fan of CBD products to support my running training and recovery, so I...
Building The Ultimate Garage Gym For Runners
There are many articles on the best garage gym for crossfit and weightlifting but what gym equipment do you need to build the ultimate garage gym for runners?
On Cloudboom Review AND How They Help You Run Faster
In this On Cloudboom Review, you will learn everything there is to know about these lightweight, Carbon plate racing shoes before buying.
HIKING
BioLite HeadLamp 750 Review: Editor’s Choice Award Winner, Here’s Why…
This BioLite HeadLamp 750 review covers the key features of this high-performance headlamp, my loves/dislikes, and how it performs while ultrarunning and hiking.
The Best Labor Day Sales For Trail Runners & Hikers 2020
Here's a round up of the best Labor Day sales for trail runners and hikers in 2020 - Epic deals of up to 50% of awesome outdoor gear!
Viakix Review: Elegant & Affordable Women’s Hiking Sandals
This Viakix review features the Acadia Women's Hiking Sandals, which are designed to handle everything from hiking to watersports as well as everyday wear.
Jaybird VISTA Review 2020: Editor’s Choice Award Winner
Jaybird VISTA review: Durable, lightweight, secure fitting true wireless earbuds with incredible battery life for trail and ultrarunners!
BioLite HeadLamp 750 Review: Editor’s Choice Award Winner, Here’s Why…
This BioLite HeadLamp 750 review covers the key features of this high-performance headlamp, my loves/dislikes, and how it performs while ultrarunning and hiking.
Chirp Wheel Review: How Well Does It Relieve Back Pain?
In this Chirp Wheel review, we cover the key features, pros, cons and our thoughts on using this back pain relief wheel to relieve tension in our aching backs.
GIFT GUIDES
Lululemon Gifts for Runners – Gift List 2020
Delight the runner in your life with a gift from Lululemon! We've picked the best Lululemon gifts for runners - for both men and women.
10 Father’s Day Gift Ideas For Dads That Love Adventure 2020 – UPDATED!
If your dad enjoys staying active and has an adventurous spirit, then you can't go wrong with any of these awesome Father's Day gift ideas.
5 Reasons Why a Customized Leatherman Surge is a great Father’s Day gift
I'm using my customized Leatherman Surge every day it's awesome! Here's 5 reasons why it would make a great gift for Father's Day, a birthday or Christmas.
INMOTION L8F Electric Scooter Review
This INMOTION L8F Electric Scooter review, includes detailed photos and my video review of this electric scooter capable of covering up 22 miles on one charge.
Rad Power Bikes RadRunner Review 2020
This Rad Power Bikes RadRunner review answers all your pre-purchase questions. Also Includes my riding experience, favorite features, pros & cons, final rating.
3 Mindful Reasons We Choose To Wear prAna Clothing
This prAna clothing review covers why we love the prAna brand, and a brief review of the prAna women's clothing and men's clothing we have been living in lately.
Best GPS Watches for Ultrarunning & Trail Running in 2020
Ultrarunners have a very specific set of requirements when it comes to buying a GPS running watch. Our shortlist of top GPS running watches will help you decide which one is best for you.
2XU Compression Tights Review: Running Tights Designed For Quicker Recovery
Review of 2XU's MCS compression tights for runners. These running tights feature technology designed to reduce fatigue, injury risk and recovery time.
On Cloudboom Review AND How They Help You Run Faster
In this On Cloudboom Review, you will learn everything there is to know about these lightweight, Carbon plate racing shoes before buying.
Jaybird VISTA Review 2020: Editor’s Choice Award Winner
Jaybird VISTA review: Durable, lightweight, secure fitting true wireless earbuds with incredible battery life for trail and ultrarunners!
BioLite HeadLamp 750 Review: Editor’s Choice Award Winner, Here’s Why…
This BioLite HeadLamp 750 review covers the key features of this high-performance headlamp, my loves/dislikes, and how it performs while ultrarunning and hiking.
5 Best Waterproof Trail Running Shoes in 2020 (so far…)
This concise list of the 5 best waterproof trail running shoes will help you decide which ones to buy, based on your individual requirements.
The Best Labor Day Sales For Trail Runners & Hikers 2020
Here's a round up of the best Labor Day sales for trail runners and hikers in 2020 - Epic deals of up to 50% of awesome outdoor gear!
Viakix Review: Elegant & Affordable Women’s Hiking Sandals
This Viakix review features the Acadia Women's Hiking Sandals, which are designed to handle everything from hiking to watersports as well as everyday wear.
Nike Trail Running Shoes Compared in 2020: Which Are Best?
Everything you need to know about the Nike Trail running shoes collection in 2020. Find out now which one of the 4 Nike Trail shoes are best!
NIKE Wildhorse 6 Review – Everything You Need To Know Before Buying!
In this Nike Wildhorse 6 Review, you will learn everything there is to know about the latest version of these Nike trail running shoes.
KEEN Astoria West Review: A Versatile Women’s Sandal
This KEEN Astoria West review covers their key features as well as how these versatile active wedge sandals perform for everyday, on trails and when wet.
Nike Terra Kiger 6 Review – Everything You Need to Know Before Buying!
In this Nike Terra Kiger 6 Review, you're going to learn everything there is to know about the latest version of these awesome Nike trail running shoes.
Nike Pegasus Trail 2 Review – Everything You Need to Know Before Buying!
In this Nike Pegasus Trail 2 Review, you're going to learn everything you need to know about these radical new door-to-trail hybrid trail running shoes.
Chirp Wheel Review: How Well Does It Relieve Back Pain?
In this Chirp Wheel review, we cover the key features, pros, cons and our thoughts on using this back pain relief wheel to relieve tension in our aching backs.
Lululemon Gifts for Runners – Gift List 2020
Delight the runner in your life with a gift from Lululemon! We've picked the best Lululemon gifts for runners - for both men and women.
Bluefin SUP Review: Cruise Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard
The inflatable stand up paddleboard featured in this Bluefin SUP review is the bestselling Cruise 10.8ft paddleboard, designed as the perfect all-rounder.
10 Father’s Day Gift Ideas For Dads That Love Adventure 2020 – UPDATED!
If your dad enjoys staying active and has an adventurous spirit, then you can't go wrong with any of these awesome Father's Day gift ideas.
5 Best Hiking Boots For Summer and Fall 2020
Our strict ranking criteria and expert advice on this Best Hiking Boots For Summer and Fall Buyer's Guide will help you find your next favorite pair of hiking boots.
5 Reasons Why a Customized Leatherman Surge is a great Father’s Day gift
I'm using my customized Leatherman Surge every day it's awesome! Here's 5 reasons why it would make a great gift for Father's Day, a birthday or Christmas.
INMOTION L8F Electric Scooter Review
This INMOTION L8F Electric Scooter review, includes detailed photos and my video review of this electric scooter capable of covering up 22 miles on one charge.
The Best Lightweight Hiking Sandals for Summer Adventures
Having too much choice can be overwhelming so here's our list of the 5 best lightweight hiking sandals for summer hiking, water hikes, adventures and travel.
5 reasons to take the Mock ONE Hammock on your next camping trip
Elevate your camping game: 5 reasons why you need to take the compact, free-standing Mock ONE Hammock on your next camping trip or just to your backyard.
The 5 Best No Show Running Socks In 2020
These are the 5 Best no show running socks available In 2020 that offer ultimate breathability, comfort, durability, support, and blister prevention.