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Kit Basics For Adventure Racing
By Sean Fishpool on 08/07/2002 10:54:13
Must-have adventure racing kit... plus a few x-tremely useful extras
While getting the kit together for a six-day Eco Challenge can be as tough as the race itself, one- and two-day races are perfect for the weekend warrior who dimly remembers owning a bike to go to school on. While international-level teams
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RW Rucksack Test
By Runner's World on 11/03/2008 22:54:38
RW tests rucksacks from Osprey, Camelbak, Deuter, Haglofs, adidas, Inov8, The North Face and Salomon
, this is designed for adventure racing so is small and light (about 450g). Though the main compartment is tiny, a stretch mesh pocket can hold a helmet and it can carry a hydration bladder, while there are reinforced loops for towing during adventure races. The back
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Runner's World Promotion: Merrell Sole-Powered
By on 09/01/2012 16:22:02
Run stronger, run faster, run naturally. Merrell Barefoot holds the key to the next phase of your running evolution.
the transition (see next month’s Runner’s World), your evolution to stronger, natural running is only a few simple steps away.The Merrell RangeTurn up your stride. Turn on your adventure. Discover a whole new way to run, hike and play. Go Barefoot. (See right
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Mini-test: Running Rucksacks
By Runner's World on 02/06/2005 15:14:09
You should barely notice you're wearing a good running rucksack. RW reviews Ultimate Direction Speedemon 2300, Lowe Alpine Contour Runner and Salomon Fastrack 200
it for an adventure race – hip pockets are perfect for stashing gels and food.Contact 01539 740840; www.lowealpine.comSalomon Fastrack 200 – £35At 20 litres, the Fastrack 200 will provide ample packing space for most running commuters. You’ll have little trouble
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Best Off-Road Shoes
By Rob Spedding on 22/06/2005 19:41:13
The pavements are awash, and the fields submerged, so you'll need a pair of winter shoes to protect your feet. Or will you?
for adventure racers and ultra-runners.It's weatherproof because… a Gore-Tex XCR stretch "bootie" provides a snug, waterproof fit – even heavy rain and reasonably deep puddles can't penetrate. If you run through a deep stream, though, you'll have to take
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RW Running Rucksacks Test
By Runner's World on 07/02/2006 17:35:04
RW tests products from Original Mountain Marathon, Berghaus, Camelbak, Lowe Alpine, Salomon, North Face
, appalled by the price of petrol and desperate to squeeze in a run before a congested working day, a novice adventure racer looking for a resistance session or just an average runner who needs a flexible means of carrying kit to and from training
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RW Test: Hydration Backpacks
By Runner's World on 08/09/2008 12:01:15
RW tests hydration packs from Camelbak, Deuter, Nathan, New Balance, The North Face, Mizuno, Inov-8 and Scott
experience. The easily accessible mouth of the bladder meant that filling up took a matter of seconds, and fluid flow was easy and smooth through the mouthpiece.Good For Trail runners and adventure racers.How It RatedComfort/Stability 8 Functionality 8
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Best Kit Bargains
By Rob Spedding on 02/06/2005 16:27:23
Qualitative analysis... from the economical running gear to the expensive, we've investigated what you get for your money
's also an unlimited stopwatch memory, and everything can be downloaded onto your PC.Best for If you're planning to do a serious adventure race, then it's well worth considering this fantastic piece of kit. But most runners will never need most of the X6's
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RW T-shirt Test
By Runner's World on 01/06/2006 17:22:43
RW tests products from Brooks, Concurve, Craft, Nike, Ronhill and Salomon
provides an olfactory assault as soon as the 2.6 million sweat glands in your skin start to work. In fact, you can wear the latest technical kit for several runs without creating a stink - great if you're concerned that too much washing powder is damaging
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Baby on board
By on 13/03/2013 16:44:06
Becoming a parent needn’t mean hanging up your running shoes. Here’s our guide to buying a baby jogger and advice on the best way to run with it.
Running with a baby jogger is the ultimate in multitasking. It allows you to combine your passion for running with childcare, and to shift that pregnancy weight while giving your kids an outdoor adventure. But if you want your child
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