the wide opening bag, then there’s an expanding back pocket, a zippable top pocket, mesh side stows and a removable hip pocket and phone holder. Like all three packs here, though, the zip closure of the main pack means that, although it’s easy to fill, you

thorough testing according to the criteria belowTESTING CRITERIA Comfort/Stability Did the pack stay put on your back or did it move around? Did the pack provide good support or strain your back? Were the straps comfortable? Was there wicking on the back

. The features are great: loads of pockets, including one for a hydration pack and stretch mesh pockets for smaller items. It has reinforced zip pulls and interconnected waist straps. The AirScape moulded back panel keeps you cool and comfy. It's a versatile

.zyro.co.uk Much roomier than it looks, the Octane 8 is a multifunctional pack. It has a bladder compartment on the back, and the front can be expanded; it could easily fit trainers, kit, lunch and paperwork. Shoulder straps are breathable, yet durable

up the back of the screen evenly, usually with a bright blue glow). We reviewed 8 good running watches in April 2002:Adidas FX100 £80Adidas SF100 £50Nike Triax 300 £99.99Nike Triax S Series Stamina 100-lap £99.99Polar S610 HRM £180 (with heart

The British autumn is often a tricky call kit-wise, too wet for T-shirts but still too warm for thick layers. So we took a selection of the best shower-resistant, lightweight jackets out for a test-run. They're not designed to stand up to really

-2 degrees.You’ll be underusing your gluteals, hamstrings and lower back muscles because you don’t have a static surface to push off from as you run. You’ll need to do excercises strengthen them separately.You’ll also need to stretch your iliotibial band

As summer draws to a close – well, if you could call it summer – your early morning and late evening runs will start to get cooler, so you’ll need some in-between kit to see you through to hats-and-gloves weather. These long-sleeved tees are light

with features, including compression straps to hold your kit firmly against your back, internal pockets for drinks bladders, comfortable shoulder, chest and waist straps to keep the bag stable on the move, and reflective piping to ensure you’re visible

by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. So, Runner’s World has tested a raft of makes, sizes and styles of sports bras to see just how manufacturers are responding to the increasing demand for high-performance kit that can make you feel good about yourself, and your