Welcome! Here's a quick guide to our kit section: 

If you're all-new to running kit, start with our guide to 10 running essentials.

We then have a great set of 'how to choose' articles: what to look for in summer kit, winter kit, running watches, heart rate monitors, and adventure race kit.

Want to know what other runners think about everything from running software to socks to shops? Then go to our best of gear index, with over 100 forum links organised.

There, you'll also find our essential RW product test reports, for RW subscribers only , including winter thermal tops, heart rate monitors, energy bars, treadmills and baby strollers.

The full kit list is below:

	RW Test: Winter Gear Don't let cold weather keep you indoors when there's a wealth of kit to keep you warm and dry, whatever the elements throw at you
	How To Choose Winter Kit The secrets of staying warm and dry on the run Feature
	RW Test: Trail Shoes RW tests the Brooks Cascadia 4, Carn Cobra, Inov8 Roclite 295, Salomon S-Lab 2XT Wings, Saucony Progrid Razor, Timberland TMA Route Racer, Asics Gel Trabuco 12
	Ladies' Wear There was a time when women’s kit wasn’t up to much. Thankfully that time has passed. Tailor-made "sisters" equipment now abounds
	Gear on test: Autumn Jackets When the heavens open, make sure you’re prepared with a lightweight, weather-resistant jacket Editorial - RW Oct 09
	Autumn Shoe Guide 2009 This autumn's best new running shoes Review - RW Sep 09
	Weighty Matters: Running Shoes & Body Weight How your body weight can help you pick the perfect shoe
	Shoepaedia: Key Running Shoe Terms Explained In-depth explanations and diagrams to help you understand more about how running shoes are constructed
	RW Test: Sunglasses RW Tests Adidas A170 Adizero, Sunwise Waterloo, Sundog Triathlon, Evolution Slipstream, Tag Heuer Squadra 5500, Silhouette Sun Titan Minimal Art, Oakley Flak Jacket XLJ, Bolle Microedge
	How To Choose Summer Kit Keep your cool running in the heat Feature