Weight 420gEvaluation Runners haven’t yet taken to Adidas’s A3 in huge numbers. Certainly, for a shoe that relied on a new rearfoot technology, we were a little surprised that our weartesters were more impressed by the forefoot feel. For 2003

, and it still offers enough cushioning and durability to make it a good choice for the big runners, particularly as it’s also built on a wider last.In short It’s lost some weight, but don’t worry if you haven’t, as the Calibrate is still one of the best big-runner

Heath and Injury | Motivation | Nutrition | Racing | Shoes + Kit | Training | Weight-loss | CreditsThese are highlights and frequently asked questions from our beginner forums. They were created by members of Runner's World just like you. If you

Weight 311gEvaluation Eagle-eyed readers will notice that we’ve yet to review the New Balance 831. That’s not because we have missed it, but because New Balance have simply leapt straight from 830 to 832. The good news, though, is that despite

materials. The mesh is now lighter and more breathable and the toebox feels roomier. Weartesters still loved the Mercury's smooth ride, but the roomier toebox received mixed reviews. Runners with wide feet loved it, while narrow-footed tested weren't so keen

Weight 395gEvaluation Etonic is a classic American brand that developed a loyal following among British runners looking for sturdy, supportive shoes in the 1980s and early 1990s. Unfortunately, it didn't really have enough fans and disappeared from

-pace bandA tool for race-day. Type in your target time, then print out and wear this band. It shows the mile or kilometre splits you'll need to hit along the way. Useful for all distances, particularly the marathon. Calorie CalculatorType in your weight

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over 100g, could be a category-killing product.Contact 00800 0000 0041; www.patagonia.comRaidlight R-Light MP+ - £129Weight 124gThis jacket is made by a small French company, which is owned by an elite trail runner. It shows. The MP+ is not quite

protection. The lightest of all the glasses we tested by some distance, which will appeal to competitive runners looking to lose every possible ounce of weight. The super-thin hyperflex titanium arms and curving design provided a featherlight, wrap