Gear Reviews & Guides

I couldn't believe it when I first saw Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson wearing some of my favorite On Running sneakers. Find out what they are now!

This 2020 Western Rise review shares my experiences with the AirLoft Quilted Jacket, AT Slim Pant, and TechWool Flannel Shirt.

The Avanto running and lifestyle belt is designed for carrying essentials and keeping your hands free. This review covers the key features.

Our list of the 5 best women's waterproof running jackets will help you decide which jacket to buy for wet winter trail runs and ultras.

Looking for an environmentally-friendly gift for the outdoor adventurer in your life? Read our sustainable gift guide for 10 great ideas!

Our curated list of the best women's running books, showcasing true stories from inspiring female athletes and adventurers.

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.

Randolph's Fusion Sunglasses Collection features the lightweight Elinor and Archer frames, a spin on Aviator and Aviator-inspired designs. Read our review of these Italian-style, US-made sunglasses.

We have the ultimate Nike running gift ideas for men and women. Stick to this guide and make the right gifting choices this holiday season.

Tried & Tested by Alastair, our in-house On expert! Find out how well they perform and how they compare to other On running shoes in this detailed review.

Make the runner in your life super-happy this Christmas! We've hand-picked the best men's and women's gifts for runners from Lululemon.

The LARQ Bottle Movement is a self-cleaning water bottle that'll purify water and neutralize that stink! BUT Is it better than the Original?

We've done the research for you and curated this list of the best Black Friday deals from top trail running, hiking, and adventure brands.

The Cloud Terry from On Running is an innovative, good-looking vegan running shoe suited to road runs and everyday wear. Read why it is the fastest-selling On Running shoe ever!

We've handpicked the best of REI's Gear Up Get Out sale 2019: Trail running, hiking, and camping gear deals with discounts of up to 30%!

The Cloudrock Waterproof is On's first-ever hiking boot and as you'd expect it's super innovative. This review reveals the good and the bad!

This is my review of the Compex Fixx 1.0: The high-powered, yet portable massage gun with 3 percussion speeds and a multi-directional head.

Nike Pegasus 36 Trail GTX in-depth review! Find out why these awesome waterproof winter trail running shoes win an Editor's Choice Award.

This concise list of the 5 best waterproof hiking boots will help you decide which ones to buy, based on your individual requirements.

Here are the most discounted trail running, hiking and camping deals for this year's end of season sale. Enjoy up to 50% Off!!

To save you time, I've asked all the common questions while researching the best running gloves on the market. See the 5 Top gloves for cold weather runs!

This full review has everything you need to know about the Nike Terra Kiger 5 - Nike's Lightest trail running shoes for short-distance racing.

The Cloud Dip is On's latest addition to the Cloud collection. Could this semi-waterproof shoe be the toughest, most durable Cloud ever built?

Welcome to our list of favorite phone cases for running with. All these cases are affordable, slim, lightweight, and will protect your phone.

The On Cloudstratus is something totally new from On Running! Learn about their key features and how they perform while running!

Our Coros Apex review covers the key features of this Impressive GPS running watch, which is designed with trail and ultra runners in mind. 

This concise list of the 5 best waterproof running jackets will help you decide which jacket to buy for your Winter trail running adventures.

This concise list of the 5 best waterproof trail running shoes will help you decide which ones to buy, based on your individual requirements.

Venga CBD THC-Free CBD Products have been engineered for Endurance Athletes. This review explains the science & benefits of taking Venga CBD.

This review covers all the key features of the Biolite HeadLamp 330, what I love/dislike, and how it performs while running and hiking.

UPDATED FOR NATIONAL DOG DAY: Seeking adventure with your trail dog? You'll need to kit them out in the best gear that's practical, durable, and offers all-day comfort.

Labor Day Weekend is here and we have handpicked REI's best deals (up to 30% OFF) on the trail running and fastpacking gear we love.

Everything you need to know about the ZUNGLE Viper V2 music sunglasses for running. Comfort, bone conduction audio, durability & more!

Sunglasses designed to be worn for hiking and watersports? Yes please. Randolph's Cobalt Collection blue lens sunglasses, reviewed.

The ULTIMATE 'Best of' list for On running shoes (Trail & Road), ranked & reviewed. Find out which On running shoes are best for YOU in 2019!

The On Cloudventure Peak received some serious upgrades for 2019! Find out what they are, and why we love them for trail running!

The Ultimate Trail Running Gear Guide to make your trail adventures as fun, comfortable and high performance as possible! We've got you!

Jaybird VISTA review: Durable, lightweight, secure fitting true wireless earbuds with incredible battery life for trail and ultrarunners!

Everything you need to know about the Coros GPS Watch collection in 2019. Find out which one of the 3 Coros GPS watches is best!

So you're planning your next road trip and need a final checklist? This is our definitive list of adventure road trip gear essentials to take with you!

Spring is in the air, Yasss!! 🙂 This special list showcases 10 awesome trail gifts that will spark joy during Summer adventures.

The 5 best ultralight backpacking tents for fastpackers and thru-hikers in 2019. All tents in this list are 2-person ready, lightweight, durable, and suited for 3+ season camping.

Everything you need to know about the Rokform Crystal Case and why we rate it as the best phone case for trail running and adventures.

5 best running hats/technical caps that: wick sweat away from your face/eyes, keep your head/face/neck protected from the sun, look awesome!

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..

What I learned from doing 23andMe's Health + Ancestry DNA Test and how my results are going to help me improve my running performance.

The Jaybird Tarah Pro wireless headphones have been designed with the requirements of the most demanding trail & ultrarunners. My thoughts...

Want the best wireless headphones for running? These top 5 options will upgrade your trail running, ultrarunning & hiking experience in 2019!

The Cloud Beam is On's latest lightweight, breathable lifestyle/running shoe. Could they be the best On shoes for style & comfort? Find out here!

Everything you need to know about the Nike Trail running shoes collection in 2019. Find out now which one of the 3 Nike Trail shoes are best!

Jaybird Tarah Wireless Sport Headphones are lightweight, minimalist running headphones which are ideal for challenging treadmill sessions.

Editors Choice Award for the Nike Pegasus 36 Trail! Everything you need to know about these awesome all-mountain trail running shoes.

How does Life Extension's sustainably sourced pea protein 'Wellness Code Plant Protein Complete' perform as a run recovery shake? Find out here...

The top 5 survival books to help improve your mental strength for ultrarunning and endurance sports. Boost your mental toughness.

The Womens On Cloudswift 2019 is a lightweight, innovative and versatile running shoe, designed for running fast and in comfort on the roads.

Training for a mountain race and looking for the best trail running poles for race-day too? You've come to the right place! Here's our Top 5!

These 10 Healthy Father's Day Gifts have been chosen specifically to encourage a fun, active, and healthy lifestyle with his best interests at heart.

This concise list of the 5 best headlamps for trail running will help you decide which one to buy, based on your individual requirements.

Is Vi Trainer the future of run coaching? This review explains why I believe Vi could be the best + most affordable way to stay motivated to run in 2019.

This is our ever-evolving list of the 10 best road running shoes for 2019... Designed to help you choose your next pair of running shoes.

These 10 Healthy Gift Ideas For Mother's Day have been chosen specifically to encourage a fun, active, and healthy lifestyle with her best interests at heart.

Find the best running hydration pack for trail running chosen by our experts. Also learn when to use a running vest, how to choose, sizing, and cheapest prices.

The best all-round 'neutral support' trail running shoes for 2019, so far! Updated regularly, so check back when you're ready to buy your next pair.

The best women's hydration vest that's right for you will be determined based on it's comfort, features, style and cost, all discussed in this post.

IQbuds BOOST make me feel superhuman with enhanced hearing in noisy environments. I feel safe while running with music in the city too because I can still hear the world around me. Learn about the clever tech that's going into these new adaptive hearing buds, for those who want to hear more, OR LESS!

Meet Seadon, the brand that's manufacturing technical tees from recycled plastic bottles. It's a sustainable approach to making performance running apparel.

If you're looking for the best, and most stylish hiking sunglasses that money can buy, Randolph Aviators are for you. Read my full review to find out why!

The On Cloudswift 2019 is On's latest lightweight, breathable and responsive running shoe with Helion superfoam & a one-piece upper! How does it perform?

The Agility Peak Flex 3 is a trail running shoe, designed to deliver a responsive and cushioned ride on technical terrain. Find out how well it performed.

Our ever-growing list of what we consider to be the most inspirational women's adventure books, written by the most badass female adventurers! ?

Everything you need to know about these high-performance all-mountain trail running shoes for racing. ? Fully tested by Alastair from Trail & Kale.

Everything you need to know about Fastpacking and the Ultimate Gear Guide to make your adventures as fun, safe and comfortable as possible!

Our favorite ultrarunning books and what we consider to be the best available. We promise they'll inspire you to run further than ever before!

Looking to live a healthy plant based diet and also save time? Orgain Organic Meal powder will help you do both & more. Read our review, to find out how!

On Cloudsurfer vs Cloud X: We've reviewed them both in detail, now here's our side by side comparison with PROS and CONS. Find out which are best!

The On Cloudventure Waterproof 2019 is a durable all-round trail running shoe that will protect your feet from any weather/terrain that may come your way.

The LARQ Bottle is the world's first self-cleaning water bottle that'll purify water and neutralize that stink! Does it live up to the hype? Let's find out!

Editors Choice Award for La Sportiva Bushido 2! Everything you need to know about these awesome all-mountain trail running shoes.

The On Cloudventure has been given a huge design overhaul for 2019 which brings many welcomed improvements. Find out what they are, and why we love them!

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.

At a cost of less than a daily coffee, Athletic Greens is an organic vegan dietary supplement that helps me maintain energy levels during busy times.

The On Cloudsurfer has been designed with speed and comfort in mind but it's also a very comfortable shoe that provides great cushioning for long runs too.

Read our review of the streamlined women's On Running Tights - quality flattering women's running tights from premium Swiss brand On Running.

Wiivv are premium sandals with the added benefit of fitting perfectly as they're tailored to your feet. The app also takes the hassle out of going to a...

On have started making running socks and as you would expect, they look just as stylish as their running shoes. Read on to find out how well they performed.

The On Cloud Waterproof is a really versatile running shoe for active people in urban environments, crafted to keep your feet dry on rainy days.

If you haven’t tried toe socks before then you should! Try everything once, right? These Injinji socks for trail running are engineered for uneven...

Title Nine Holy Grail Running Shorts review - I'm impressed with the quality, fit and, importantly, length and silicone grip that stops them riding up.

If you're looking for the best running sunglasses that money can buy, the ROKA Phantom Ti is for you. Read my full review to find out why!

The Hydro Flask Escape Collection has now sold out but this review also applies to the Hydro Flask 32 oz wide mouth bottle! The Hydro...

A stylish Swiss-designed waterproof women's running jacket all the key features you need to protect yourself from all weather conditions while out running.

The Hydro Flask Coffee Mug is a really clever little product that offers a lot more than your average ceramic mug can. It will keep your hot drinks...

I'm in love with everything about The On Cloud Edge Moonlight running shoe, from the design and color scheme right through to how comfortable it is.

Some thoughts on the Rockay Accelerate, running socks that are designed to help prevent chaffing and blisters. They also provide sompression and cushioning.

The Cloudflyer Waterproof is one of On's first waterproof road running shoes, released alongside the new On Cloud Waterproof. After running in both of...

The Original Cairn Box would make an excellent gift to someone who is getting started as an outdoor adventurer. It's inexpensive and you don't have to worry about what to choose as it's all done for you.

Read our review of the Lifeproof Fre, a slim, lightweight phone case designed for protection from water, snow, dirt and drops while out adventuring.

The On Weather Jacket is very stylish and definitely has all the key features you need to protect yourself from all weather conditions while out running!

I love putting the Cascadia 13 on knowing that I can be out for hours and my feet won't be sore from running hours on the dry, rocky terrain.

Read our review of Huel, the nutritionally complete food, and see how we integrated it into our busy work week.