Running Gear and Accessories

Audible Pulse Heart Rate Monitor?

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Anyone know of any heart rate monitors that play a continuous audible pulse rhythm that follows your actual pulse (or something along those lines)? I've seen several "talking" monitors, but I'm not looking for any kind of spoken readout, but rather continuous feedback by means of a...

by christophre over a year ago

What are your thoughts on Adidas Climacool shoes?

Just picked myself up a pair of Adidas Climacool Ride running shoes but after reading some feedback on forums and blogs I have noticed that they have been getting some bad press and I am debating taking them back to the shop. Is it true that I am only going to be able to get three months of wear out...

by ross88guy over a year ago

Gear Review: Northernlite Elites

For the last couple years a running buddy of mine has been preaching about snowshoe racing. I've been tempted for awhile to take the leap and get myself a pair of racing snowshoes. Today they arrived from the factory in Wausau, Wisconsin. There was no resisting the immediate urge to strap them on...

by Guest over a year ago

How to Choose Your Basic Running Gear

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For those who might be thinking about how costly running can be, forget it! The truth is, one of the greatest things about running is how very few gear you need to buy. However, be careful when buying your running clothes because your running gear will spell the difference between a truly enjoyable...

by coolrunner over a year ago

Brooks Glycerin 9 Running shoes review

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I have been running in a pair of Glycerin 9 shoes for a few weeks now and I though that I would post my thoughts here anyway. Things I like: 1) I like the integration of full DNA technology along the entire length of the shoe. This gives me peace of mind and I swear that I can almost feel it...

by ross88guy over a year ago

Can cushioned shoes and orhotics work together?

I have run a little for years. I am bowlegged and wear my shoes on the outside of the heels. I am heavier now than I like and am running much slower than in the past. I have always thought I was a supinator and bought shoes, when possible, which are for supinators. I use a hard orthotic...

by rvjimzhr over a year ago

Trail running shoes for over-pronators?

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Hey everyone! I'm brand new to the board, but not new to running...I love it, love it, love it! My first trail race is coming up and I'd like to try new trail shoes. My road-runners are Brooks Beasts since I over-pronate and I love them--been wearing them for years, now. I've been told to...

by LDedios432 over a year ago

What are some good running shoes for a treadmill?

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A friend of mine just got a new treadmill for his home-gym, and now looking for perfect running shoes. He don't want any durable or lightweight shoes. Just want a shoe that helps to reduce the impact and damage on knees and joints. Please pass on some good suggestion and advice. By the way the...

by dealrocker over a year ago

Can i run in hiking shoes?

Hi there! I am very new to the world of running, and after a week in my old shoes my ankles are so sore I could barley walk. My husband went out and buoght me a good pair of hiking shoes - Timberlands - and I am just wondering if these are a good shoe to run/jog in as well? As I said, I am very new...

by misskris over a year ago

What are the best balance running shoes?

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I am going to get a pair of New Balance running shoes and need some advice. First off, what is the best pair of New Balance's for someone that won't be running too many miles (20-40 miles/week), mostly on concrete/streets/track (maybe trail in the future). I am not currently training for anything...

by pchieng over a year ago