Gear Patrol | Spirit of Adventure, Passion for Gear

It’s safe to say that winter is finally over, which means it’s time to put some color back into your wardrobe. Swathed in a bold blue, the New Balance MS620BL will have you diving into spring, feet first. And with its traditional mesh and suede construction, this classic foot holder is equipped for everything from [...]

The Right Temptation

Shoe scientists at Adidas believe the more comfortable you are, the more productive your workout will be. To that end, they’ve released the ClimaCool Seduction; a hyper-ventilated running shoe made from breathable mesh and perforated air-ports in every corner — even the sole. The result is greater airflow, which reduces moisture, overheating, and hopefully stench. [...]

Agile Adaptability

In the world of trail running, it’s all about maximizing durability while reducing weight. Salomon’s XA Pro 3D Ultra 2 GTX ($115+) do just that thanks to a combination of technological advances. A new outsole design dubbed Energy Cell 2 is literally included to put a spring in your step, while a triple density EVA [...]

B Sleek

Ecco shoes have been known for dress and casual comfort. We’ve sampled some great oxfords and loafers in the office, but running shoes never really came to mind… until now. Ecco has released the Biom line, which essentially enhances your natural running motion, something heavily cushioned shoes don’t promote. We’ve gotten so used to deep [...]

Walk a Mile? Try Running 1,000.

UK Gear’s PT-1000 ($130) running shoes don’t look like anything special — at least until you notice the presence of the crown and sword logo, which signifies the British Military’s seal of approval. See, unlike your current trainers, a pair of PT-1000s are guaranteed to last for up to 1,000 miles of wear. The secret [...]

Faaster Than Ever

The new Puma Faas 500′s ($100) are designed to be the go to shoe for everyday runners. Tipping the scales at 9.7 oz, the sneaks are inspired from the brand’s old school RS1 runner and include notable features like a rocker shape that enhances stride efficiency while an EverRide and EverTrack outsole provides the cushioning [...]

New year, new shoes

The new year always inspires a renewed determination to be healthier, fitter, and lead a more active lifestyle. The nine pounds of beef you had during the holidays certainly did not help. Perhaps a new pair of kicks is just what you need to help jump-start your motivation. The idea of clandestine ops goes out [...]

Revamping a 20 Year Classic

The Adidas ZX 8000 isn’t a new shoe. In fact, the style is over 20 years old. This new red and white colorway simply gives the shoe a more modern look appropriate for the streets of 2011. Outside of the bold use of red and white, details like putting the classic 3-stripes underneath a layer [...]

Kenny Powers Endorses Them. Need We Say More?

K-Swiss may be known for their classic tennis and street sneakers, but with theTubes Run 100 ($75)they’re hoping to change that. Sold in ten different color ways and looking aggressive as hell, the Tubes Run 100 feature a durable Aoasta II rubber outsole, stay tied laces, k-EVA midsole cushioning, and of course Tubes™ technology. Yeah [...]

Kicks to Beat Down or Just Wear Around

Casual runners not already betrothed to brands like Saucony, Asics, or Brooks, should take a long hard look at the Nike Air Max Tailwind+ 2, especially for those who lack inward motion in their gait (known as underpronation). Built with dual, low pressure Air-sole units in the heel and forefoot of the shoe, the Tailwind [...]

Never Let the Elements Ruin Your Routine

Created to provide all of the benefits of their renowned running shoes while adding serious protection for your feet in inclement weather conditions, the Saucony ProGrid Razor breaks boundaries in shoe design. Clearly, we’re not the only group that thinks this as this shoe has also earned a design award for product innovation by the [...]

Running = Friction = Winter Warmth

For this writer, winter means running. Perhaps it’s a futile effort to counteract my ridiculous holiday eating or maybe I’m just looking to warm my bones through kinetic activity; either way, I’m starting to pound the pavement. I’ve been accused of running just as an excuse to get new gear (there are worse reasons, right?), [...]

Like It's Not Even There

Most hardcore runners swear by their Brooks, Saucony, and Asics shoes. Nike, not really known for true runners, shows that the shoe behemoth has a few tricks up their sleeves socks with the LunarGlide+. The LunarGlide+ is an extraordinarily comfortable running shoe for both fast and slow runners designed to make you forget you’re even [...]

Make Miles Per Week Your New Performance Metric

Don’t look now, but spring is about to, well… spring. If you haven’t already done so, it’s time to get your fitness routine in gear. I’ve got no better recommendation for you than to be or to become a runner. I’ve been ramping up my ’09 runs for a few months now, as I traditionally [...]

Performance Outdoor Footwear When it comes to shoes, I’m a minimalist. Trail runners, dress shoes, and sneakers – what more does a guy need? Well, often there comes a need for a shoe that maintains the style and class of a dress shoe, yet provides the comfort and functionality of a sneaker. Kuru bridges the [...]