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Weighty Matters: Running Shoes & Body Weight
By Runner's World on 04/08/2009 16:37:06
How your body weight can help you pick the perfect shoe
Running shoes are designed to help protect our bodies from the impact force of each footfall. These forces are proportional to a runner's weight, so a 15-stone person, for example, produces 50 per cent more force with each running stride than
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Gear on test: Autumn Jackets
By Runner's World on 21/08/2009 13:34:28
When the heavens open, make sure you're prepared with a lightweight, weather-resistant jacket
adjustments on waist, waterproof zips and a zipped chest pocket - and it's very light indeed. However, the loose fit and loud rustling were annoying and it might disappoint those who want the look of their kit to reflect the price. How It Rated Weight 6
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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
pointless cover, which is irritating to remove mid-run) and fluid flow from the easy-to-fill bladder is good.Good For Women or slimmer runners.How It Rated Comfort/Stability 9 Functionality 7 Durability 7 Weight/Bulk 9 Added Extras 10 The North Face
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RW Test: Trail Shoes
By Runner's World on 07/07/2008 11:52:47
RW tests shoes from The North Face, Nike, New Balance, Merrell, Berghaus, adidas, Inov-8 and Salomon
-neutral runners? The North Face: Arnuva 50 Boa, £90Weight 355g A versatile shoe, the Arnuva 50 Boa can be used to run on trails, muddy dirt paths and even road. Snug and responsive, its weight belies the fact that it packs a lot of technology. A dual-density EVA
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RW Lightweight Jackets Test
By Runner's World on 06/09/2007 10:19:08
RW tests products from Adidas, Brooks, Gore, Haglöfs, Nike, Patagonia, Ronhill and Saucony
can pull it on over already-bulky winter kit.Contact www.brooksrunning.co.ukGore Magnitude Lady Jacket, £120 Weight 156gThe Windstopper material in this jacket has a papery feel but is flexible and breathable on the run. It can withstand prolonged
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RW Test: Backpacks
By Runner's World on 11/01/2009 13:58:20
RW tests The North Face Ion, Salomon Fusion, Karrimor Marathon, Camelbak Octane 8, OMM Classic Marathon, Rocket Bag, Terra Nova Laser, Raidlight Runner R Light
? Was the weight evenly distributed? Weight Was it light while remaining durable? Capacity How much kit did the pack fit in relation to its size? Was it flexible or rigid and how did this affect capacity? Extra Compartments How many extra pockets
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RW Test: Headphones
By Runner's World on 03/03/2009 11:22:01
RW Test Ultimate Ears Super-Fi 3, Ubanana, Mi-Sport, Koss KSC9 Sportclip, Sony MDR-AS20J Active Series, Klepsch Custom 2, Sennheiser PMX 80, Audio-Technica CK7
lasting damage to the headphones? Fit Did the headphones stay put in the ears? Were they comfortable to wear? Was there any slippage, either normally or when the head became sweaty? Weight Were the headphones heavy or cumbersome? Did a lack of weight
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RW Running Sunglasses Test
By Runner's World on 30/05/2007 08:49:10
RW tests products from Adidas, Bollé, Nike, Oakley, Sundog and Sunwise
for different light conditions, so you might use amber lenses for easier vision in low light, or clear ones in dark conditions just to protect your eyes from insects and dust. Adidas Adistar Price £119Weight 22gThe Adistar incorporates impressive technical
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RW Test: Trail Shoes
By Runner's World on 15/10/2009 11:07:55
RW tests the Brooks Cascadia 4, Carn Cobra, Inov8 Roclite 295, Salomon S-Lab 2XT Wings, Saucony Progrid Razor, Timberland TMA Route Racer, Asics Gel Trabuco 12
but struggled in wet grass and in thick mud, and the toggle lacing system was slightly fiddly. Good for lightweight runners and experienced off-road racers. How It Rated Fit & Comfort 10 Grip 7 Weight/Toughness 7 Responsiveness 7.5 OVERALL 8
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RW Trail Shoe Test
By Runner's World on 06/09/2007 10:11:53
RW tests products from Adidas, Berghaus, Ecco, Inov8, Lafuma, Montrail, Puma and Salomon
for runners who don’t want to wear waterproof shoes but don’t want wet feet. They look wide and bulky but have a snug, easy fit. Despite the light weight the outsole is aggressive and durable, providing protection from rough ground. The only downsides were
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