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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
yourself with a GPS-powered distance monitoring system.Well, yes, running can be a little pricey. But there are plenty of kit bargains out there that can keep your favourite pastime your most economical. We've gathered together a few examples of top
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Mini-test Water Bottles
By Runner's World on 02/06/2005 14:51:28
Keep hydrated with these water bottles. RW reviews Runaid Runners Feed Bottle, Science In Sport 600ml Bottle and Ironman Fuel Belt
Drinking during most races is pretty simple. Race organisers thoughtfully set up trestle tables with cups, and kindly volunteers hand out energy drinks, water or weak orange squash to parched competitors. Sadly, unless your friends and family
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RW Fuel Belt Test
By Runner's World on 14/04/2006 18:02:33
RW tests products from High 5, Nathan, Nike, Raidlight, Saucony and SIS
simple mesh pocket for the extras. But it can expand to something with multiple bottles and pouches that could even rival the smaller bladder-based drinks carriers for load-lugging capacity. High 5 Energy Belt £10 This is the must-have accessory
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RW Personal Best Awards - The Winners
By Runner's World on 21/06/2007 16:10:03
Chosen by you and rewarded by us - we celebrate the products and services that help make running great
, as they say at awards ceremonies, here are the Personal Best Awards as chosen by you, the RW community.ELITE AWARD WINNERSBEST PRODUCTLucozade SportFor distance runners, two of the key factors affecting endurance are the depletion of the body’s muscle energy
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RW Shorts Test
By Rob Spedding on 15/11/2005 10:50:37
Baggy, tight and tiny, we've got the right shorts for you
pockets. Two good-sized front pockets, two stretchy and sealable side pockets, plus a small, zippable key pocket. Great for long runs when you need to carry energy food. (Men's) Contact www.thenorthface.com; 01475 744 119Ronhill Classic Race Short – £14
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RW Best Heart Rate Monitors
By Rob Spedding on 06/11/2003 12:37:11
Personal, portable and practical... a heart rate monitor can revolutionise your training
count down sequentially, so you can use them to warm up, train and warm down.Can display fat burning as a percentage of the energy that you’re using. Contact: 01454 853573; www.sportstronic.comTimex Marathon Digital £59.99 Digital FM technology
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Running Essentials
By Sean Fishpool and Alice Palmer on 16/02/2009 10:09:51
The 10 most important products a runner can own
GETTY IMAGESIf you’re just getting started, don’t be befuddled by terms like wicking, pronation or GPS. Get everything you need - not what the shop assistant wants to sell you – with our guide to key kit essentials.If you’ve been running for a
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RW Base Layer Test
By Runner's World on 09/11/2005 12:21:05
Six thermal base layers face a grilling in a cold-chamber
top here, but, surprisingly, the final temperature reading was actually 2°C lower than the initial mark.Contact www.patagonia.com; 00800 0000 0041New Balance Solano – £25New Balance says "Created with a buffer zone that slows the body's thermal energy
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Best of Gear
By Runner's World on 15/08/2003 12:38:40
Highlights and frequently asked questions from our Gear forum - plus RW gear test reports
Head torches - any ideas?Running log software - any tips?Training logs - PC and paper SPORTS NUTRITIONRW TEST REPORT - Behind The Bars (17 Energy Bars) - Apr 03 ACCESSORIESInjury/strengtheningNose strips - do they work?Powerbreathe - anyone tried one
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Best Thermal Tops
By Rob Spedding on 06/11/2004 08:29:56
You needn't feel deprived when you shun the warmth of indoors for a chilly, winter run... a quality base layer will warm you as well as a log fire
You can keep your tropical sunshine, melting Tarmac and chilled energy drinks. We are just about to enter the best time of year for running. While the rest of the population chucks another log on the fire, wraps itself in a duvet and sips from a
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