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Hilly Monoskin Supreme 
Posted: 26/10/09
'NICE ANATOMICALLY FITTED SOCK'
Strengths:
Great fit due to anatomical design and padded areas. Very comfortable.
Weaknesses:
A little bit thick and quite expensive.
Overall:
A very nice, comfortable running sock.
 
Performance
 
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Comfort
 
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Overall Rating
 
80%
 
Saucony Grid Fastwitch 2 
Posted: 26/10/09
'GREAT RACER'
Strengths:
Very breathable and soft inside. Can be worn without socks and so is very popular with triathletes. Extremely light but also has a small amount of support.
Overall:
Excellent all round racer.
 
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Overall Rating
 
87%
 
1000 Mile Ultimate Performance Socklet 
Posted: 26/10/09
'NICELY PADDED TECHNICAL SOCKS'
Strengths:
Great padding and fit as well as exceptional breathability and moisture wicking properties.
Overall:
A brilliant running sock! Lots of padding and technical features.
 
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Value
 
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Overall Rating
 
87%
 
Brooks Beast/Ariel 
Posted: 26/10/09
'WELL CUSHIONED WITH MAX SUPPORT'
Strengths:
Great for runners with flat feet, especially heavier runner! The large amount of cushioning really softens the landing and provides great shock protection. The support is unrivalled.
Weaknesses:
This is a heavy shoe but has to be due to the nature of it's purpose.
Overall:
A great shoe for runners with flat feet who need the highest amount of support and cushioning.
 
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Value
 
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Overall Rating
 
67%
 
Asics GEL Nimbus 11 
Posted: 26/10/09
'AN EXTENSIVELY CUSHIONED NEUTRAL SHOE'
Strengths:
Heel and forefoot Gel cushioning makes this shoe very soft and comfortable under foot. The improved space trustic also makes this shoe more stable without being a support shoe. Very comfortable asymmetrical lacing.
Weaknesses:
Expensive, although you do get what you pay for with the Nimbus!
Overall:
A great shoe for neutral runners doing high mileage or heavy neutral runners.
 
Performance
 
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Value
 
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Overall Rating
 
87%
 
X-Socks Run Sky Run 
Posted: 23/10/09
'UNRIVALLED COMFORT AND ANTIBACTERIAL!'
Strengths:
Anatomically fitted for extra comfort and blister prevention. Thicker/thinner/ padded in certain areas for better heat distribution and protection.
Overall:
An excellent, comfortable running sock unmatched by others.
 
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Overall Rating
 
87%
 
Inov-8 Roclite 295 
Posted: 23/10/09
'EXCEPTIONAL GRIP AND SUPPORT'
Strengths:
Fantastic grip from the Roclite sole and sticky rubber outsole. Good support for longer runs and natural spring from the fascia band.
Weaknesses:
Not a lot of cushioning.
Overall:
A great responsive trail shoe at a good price.
 
Performance
 
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Comfort
 
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Value
 
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Overall Rating
 
73%
 
Newton Gravitas 
Posted: 23/10/09
'NEUTRAL VERSION OF THE MOTION'
Strengths:
A great trainer for neutral forefoot strikers. It also encourages the forefoot style for those looking to transition from heel striking. Brilliant energy return from the Active Membrane.
Weaknesses:
Mesh is prone to wear.
Overall:
A very advanced shoe for forefoot runners or those looking to transition.
 
Performance
 
100%
Comfort
 
80%
Value
 
60%
Overall Rating
 
80%
 
Newton Distancia 
Posted: 23/10/09
'THE LIGHTER WEIGHT RACING VERSION OF POPULAR MOTION'
Strengths:
Extra light for faster runs and races. Encourages forefoot running and is cushioned to suit this. Extremely responsive through use of the Active Membrane, great energy return!
Weaknesses:
Quite expensive for a race.
Overall:
An excellent and technically advanced racer.
 
Performance
 
100%
Comfort
 
80%
Value
 
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Overall Rating
 
80%
 
Newton Motion 
Posted: 23/10/09
'VERY DIFFERENT TO ANYTHING ELSE'
Strengths:
Light, fast and extraordinarily responsive thanks to the Active Membrane technology. Exceptionally light for a training shoe. Encourages and enables transition to forefoot running and is cushioned and designed to specifically suit this style.
Weaknesses:
The upper,due to it's lightweight design, is not as resillient as other uppers.
Overall:
A brilliant innovation in running. Unique!
 
Performance
 
100%
Comfort
 
80%
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80%
 
 
 
 
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