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After Testing 100+ Road Running Shoes, These Are the Ones We Can’t Stop Wearing

6+ hour, 40+ min ago  (1766+ words) Every year, we put hundreds of running shoes to the test. When people hear that, they inevitably ask us: What's the best shoe? Our answer is always the same: It depends on the runner and the run. Updated March 2026: We've…...

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The Next Generation of Elite Trail Shoes

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (704+ words) Finding the right trail running shoe is all about balance. You want good grip and stability on uneven terrain, but also low weight and cushion that will keep you striding comfortably for miles. Basically, you want a shoe that's as…...

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I Tested This Clever Bootfitter's Invention for Keeping Toes Warm—and Now Won't Hit the Slopes Without Them

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (424+ words) After about two hours of screaming down steeps and fresh corduroy groomers, the temp had only risen to five degrees. Waiting for the next tram, I stood in line trying to assess my overall comfort. My hands were starting to…...

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11 Recovery Sandals That Make Getting Back in Shape Easier

8+ mon, 1+ day ago  (472+ words) I started the test with a deep dive into recovery sandal research, scouring reviews and zeroing in on the best recovery sandals on the market, then pulling back the curtain on the science of each one to make sure brands…...

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Quit Coddling Your Feet: Why You Should Own a Minimalist Running Shoe

9+ mon, 1+ day ago  (752+ words) The running world's brief, passionate affair with the minimalist movement may have burnt out more than a decade ago, but minimalist running shoes are alive and well'and experts agree there are good reasons you should own a pair. Minimalist shoe…...

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The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Best Running Shoes for Your Foot Type

7+ mon, 20+ hour ago  (1323+ words) Sometimes it can feel like you need a medical degree when shopping for shoes. Though many footwear companies now provide an arsenal of information on their running and hiking shoes, detailing features designed to match nearly every foot variation known…...

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Everyone Keeps Asking Me About My Giant Nike Vomero Premiums

3+ mon, 4+ week ago  (777+ words) A bus driver stopped his bus in the middle of New York City traffic to ask me about my shoes. Not slowed down to get a better look. Stopped. Full stop. He leaned out the window, pointed at my feet,…...

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After 2,000 Miles of Testing, These Are the Running Socks I'm Still Wearing

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (218+ words) Running socks are like air traffic controllers'taken for granted until something bad happens. The best running socks quietly stay in the background while protecting from abrasion, wicking moisture, providing underfoot comfort, imparting warmth, and, if you're shallow like me, adding…...

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I Used to Only Wear $160 Running Shoes—Until I Found the One Budget Pair Worth the Switch

1+ mon, 4+ week ago  (798+ words) The Nortiv 8 shoes I wore retailed for just $60, less than half the price of most name-brand models. Initially unsure of what to expect, I was so impressed by their comfort and stability that I kept them on for an afternoon…...

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I’ve Tested a Dozen Running Midlayers—These Are the Ones I Actually Use

2+ mon, 3+ day ago  (219+ words) This season, multiple brands introduced midlayers meant specifically for running, and I applaud the trend. They're more like thin sweatshirts than technical running shirts, and who doesn't love pulling on a cozy sweatshirt? These versatile pieces can be worn as…...