Weight PBT: 294g; Racer: 275gEvaluation Changes happen only occasionally in the world of fell shoes, so a new Walsh is big news even though it may sound like small news. Walsh has developed a new abrasion-resistant overlay, and used it to upgrade
WALSHUnit N, Kershaw Business Centre, Baldwin Street, Bolton, Lancs BL3 5DA; enquiries to 01539 731012; www.walshsports.co.uk2002 MODELSOFF-ROADPBT Xtreme PB Racer Xtreme
that this is what will make or break the shoe. It looks encouraging the lugs are deep, well-spaced and soft but well keep you posted.In short Its fast, responsive and even lighter than Walshs category-defining PB Racer. The Lightfoot is by far the quickest
extreme shoes so it should appeal to a larger audience than just fell-runners. Grip from the big lugs is good, if not as reliable as that of the Walsh or Montrail, but you're still unlikely to find yourself in many situations where it'll be found wanting
're great for heavier racers.Contact 01925 423 000; www.newbalance.co.ukBest Off-RoaderInov-8 Mudroc 290 – £60Why it's the best True trail shoes aren't road models with more grip, but lightweight, low-to-the-ground beauties purpose built for the rough stuff
'll be splashing about, prefer shoes with an open mesh that lets water in, but sheds it quickly too. "When water gets into a shoe with a lightweight mesh, like those made by Walsh or Inov-8 , the running action simply squeezes it back out," explains Freeman. "Fell
, rocks and vegetation and things become trickier. And even if you survive, your shoes probably won't - a rock or thorn bush can easily tear a hole in the mesh on the average racer trainer. Here's what to look for in an off-road shoe. Keep a low profile
