Running Shoe Reviews and Information

Yes – Rotating Running Shoes Reduces Chance of Injury The problem with running is that it is repetitive–you stress the same bits of your body with every stride. This is especially so if you are running on a firm and flat surface. To spread the load to different parts of your body you can alter your gait by running at different speeds, up and down hills or off road. A mixture of all of these will help reduce the chance of injury. “It is easy to keep pulling the pair of... Read More

Inov-8 Enter the Road Running Market Roadclaw 275 ——- When Inov-8 is mentioned you immediately think of the fells. Inov-8’s footwear has become the shoes of choice for many a seasoned fell runner. In 2016 Inov-8 will launch the Roadclaw 275, and take what they have learned on the mountains to the road. Although Inov-8 have made road shoes before the Road-X shoes where more minimal in nature. Where as the Inov-8 Roadclaw 275 is designed to have a smooth cushioned ride. The fit of the Roadclaw is very similar... Read More

Choose the Right Running Shoes – NHS Choices Stress the Point Sports shoes are probably the most important piece of fitness equipment you’ll buy, so it’s vital to pick the right pair.  There are big differences in the way various sports shoes support your feet. This means it’s not good for your feet if you play football or tennis in the same trainers you use for jogging, for example.  Mike O’Neill, from The College of Podiatry, says serious back, knee and hip pain, Achilles tendonitis, shin splints (leg pain), traumatised... Read More

A Quick New Balance Width Fitting Guide No they don’t seem to have made it the easiest system, for example by switching the meaning of D Width depending on gender! Hopefully you or a friend or family member who usually struggles with the standard fittings only available in some brands will find some of New Balance’s wider fittings provide a more comfortable fit. For Men we Stock: D Width – Standard Fitting 2E Width – Wide Fitting 4E Width – Extra Wide Fitting For Women We Stock: B Width –... Read More

Do your running shoes actually fit you? A lot of niggles and running related injuries are caused by your running shoes simply not fitting. Most people think that your shoes should feel snug or tight but, this stops the foot from functioning correctly. This can lead to common complaints such as in grown toe nails and bunions to name but a few. If your shoes feel heavy towards the end of a run or you get pins and needles in your feet then your shoes are either too tight or... Read More

Altra Superior 2 Reviewed Over at Least 25 Hours of Running The Altra Superior 2 has been on the market in the UK since the start of the summer. It is a lightweight trail shoe from the natural running brand Altra and like all Altra shoes is Zero Drop. For thos new to the trademark Zero Drop, this means that the height of the mid-sole at the heel is the same as the height of the mid-sole at the forefoot, essentially it is flat (most running shoes have a raised heel of... Read More

Altra Torin 2.0 Running Shoe Review Altra produces three natural running neutral training shoes in its range of zero drop shoes. In terms of midsole thickness the Torin 2.0 sits in the middle between the Altra Instinct 3 and the Altra Paradigm 1.5 with a stack height of 27mm. It was created to offer a more cushioned, softer and smoother ride than the responsive Instinct but, be less controlling than the Paradigm. “..the initial impact feels very soft thanks to the Eva foam but, the A-Bound then gives you a... Read More

Altra Instinct 3 Running Shoe Review – A 3rd Generation of Improvements   The Altra Instinct 1.5 – My Introduction to Zero Drop The Instinct was Altra’s first shoe and it has come a long way in just a few years. I bought the first version from the US when Northern Runner was on the look out for better brands as more and more of the established brands where making soft mid-soled shoes with high arch supports that where causing our customers problems. At first the broad toe box was... Read More

   Salming Distance Running Shoes – Running Technology Designed to Last Before buying Salming running shoes, you’ll first need to decide which style; distance, speed, trail or race – depending on the type of runs you commonly take. Each style comes with its own carefully designed technology, so we’re giving you the highlights and how they help. First up is the Salming Distance range, with their weight reduction, stability and durability properties. Salming Distance have been designed to last and as such, are built from super-durable materials. Salming know you... Read More