We know they’re not a fashion statement. So what are they? Written by: Aaron Hersh When Chris Solinsky became the first non-African to break 27:00 for the 10k he immediately became a distance running icon. Although he can’t dunk a basketball, he will—like another Nike athlete from 15 years ago—no doubt inspire people to “be [...]
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City Sports hosts big names in barefoot running. Written By: Mario Fraioli One look at the feet of the crowd gathered inside City Sports on Boylston Street Saturday morning and it quickly became apparent this was not a footwear fashion contest.
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There is no ideal type of shoe for everyone. Thank heavens, then, for options–including that of going barefoot. By Mario Fraioli As the assistant manager at PR Running, a running specialty store in Westboro, Massachusetts, I get the question from customers no less than twice a day when I’m working on the floor: “So, what [...]
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In a spoof on the orientation videos seen on the hit television show “Lost”, Brooks Sports introduces their newest cushioning technology called DNA. Check out this “orientation” video to learn about this breakthrough technology from Brooks.
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LEXINGTON, MA (November 24, 2009) – For the second time in three years, Saucony, Inc., a leading global supplier of performance athletic footwear and apparel, has been recognized with the competitive “Shoe of the Year” award by the Independent Running Retailers Association (IRRA) for the Saucony ProGrid™ Guide 2 – the brand’s flagship light stability [...]
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New running shoe company is looking to change the way you buy your trainers. Written By: Jay Prasuhn I recall fitting cyclists to their bikes 15 years ago with a tool called the Fit Kit. Back then, bike fitting was a fairly new prospect; before then, it was about as specific as making sure you [...]
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Irvine, CA (November 18, 2009) – ASICS has announced updates to the iconic GEL-Kayano® for spring 2010. The style’s reputation for incomparable ride characteristics in conjunction with the steady integration of cutting-edge technical components will continue with the introduction of the new GEL-Kayano 16.
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IRVINE, Calif. (October 22, 2009) – ASICS® America, a leading athletic footwear and apparel manufacturer, will open its first U.S.-based retail store on Friday, October 23, 2009 in New York City. The 1,100-square-foot store will be located at 51 West 42nd Street in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, near Bryant Park. Opening weekend festivities will [...]
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Courtesy of Asics Irvine, Calif. (October 14, 2009) – In June 2009, esteemed ASICS athlete Ryan Hall traveled to the ASICS Research and Development Center in Kobe, Japan to undergo testing and evaluation, which would be utilized in constructing a custom pair of running shoes perfectly suited to his needs. The shoes have been completed [...]
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Competitor.com’s Sean McKeon sat down with 2000 Olympian Nick Rodgers, now a Nike employee, to learn about the new Nike Lunar Glide running shoe. Nick talks about the new technologies in Nike running shoes and what is coming down the line.
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As summer winds down, you have probably run your share of 5Ks and 10Ks, and maybe you’re shooting for a marathon-or, at least, are enjoying some longer runs. To enhance your training, we’ve pulled together a road shoe lineup that’s sure to keep you striding without a hitch in your giddy up. Written by: Adam [...]
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Author Bryon Powell shows how it’s done. Road running shoes work just fine on smooth trails. But when the going gets rougher, your footwear should get tougher. Written by: Bryon Powell Considering venturing off the pavement and onto dirt? Know this: you don’t need a trail shoe to run on trails. There is absolutely no [...]
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Written by: Adam Chase When the trails start calling your name be sure to be ready for whatever terrain you may encounter. 2009 has delivered a great set of new trail shoes from some classic manufacturers, as well as a few new players. Oboz Ignition II, $95 obozfootwear.com Oboz (Outside Bozeman) hit the market last [...]
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Written by: Susan Grant Inside Triathlon assistant editor Susan Grant reviews running gear from Pearl Izumi. Pearl Izumi’s new line of running clothes for the spring and summer are the perfect combination of lightweight and hi-tech. With each piece under $45, they’re also a bargain. Women’s Infinity Split Short ($40): I wore these shorts out [...]
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