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Beat The Heat
By Matt Gilbert on 07/07/2008 10:28:08
Whether you're running at home or away this summer, run sun-smart, focusing on hydration, clothing and your training schedule
drier and wick moisture better than natural fibres like cotton do. Colour-wise, the lighter the better, so you can reflect the sun’s rays. You lose a large proportion of your body's heat through your head – bad news in winter, great in summer
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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
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
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Head-to-toe Tri Essentials
By on 19/11/2009 17:33:37
We all have a little vanity,but there are also very good reasons for looking very good
second skin. The Function: High-tech, ergonomically cut triathlon clothing is designed to breathe, wick moisture away from your skin and feel comfortable against your body. The one-piece provides comfort round your midsection and keeps your shorts from
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Riding in Rough Conditions
By on 24/11/2009 17:02:32
When road conditions stink, follow these five rules to roll through your ride unscathed
-layer that wicks moisture away from your skin (crucial, as the chill from sweat often sneaks up on you so you're cold before you can react to it), and a shell with a windproof front to block the breeze. Layers should be easy to shed so you can stash them in a
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Look Your Best
By on 18/11/2009 10:42:07
We all have a little vanity, but there are also very good reasons for looking very good
or long on your arms or thighs. It should fit your body very snugly, like a second skin. The Function: High-tech, ergonomically cut triathlon clothing is designed to breathe, wick moisture away from your skin and feel comfortable against your body. The one
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RW's Top Bras
By Marguerite Lazell on 04/06/2005 14:17:32
A raft of makes, sizes and styles of sports bras that can make you feel good about yourself, and your running. RW tests Sugoi, Insport, Odlo and Champion
to 40DColours black, whiteThe Insport Dritec has two layers to hold everything in its proper place at the front, but the fabric wicks well, especially at the back, so there is no problem with over-heating. It has normal hooks and eyes at the back
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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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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
- Thermal Sparring (12 Thermals) - Nov 03 Overheating in winter - what's best?General - what is wicking clothing?Gilets - recommendations pleaseJackets - waterproof - light, breathable and cheapJackets - pt 2Legwear - cold knees solutionsLegwear - leggings
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Products of the Year
By Rob Spedding on 23/12/2003 17:03:03
The indispensable products that no savvy runner of 2003 would have been seen without
. Contact: 01827 383200; www.insport.comNo Need For Wool… Mizuno Breathe Thermo – £30On chilly mornings, Mizuno’s new fabric has become a real favourite. Like most technical fabrics, Breathe Thermo wicks away moisture as you sweat, but its clever trick
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Best Off-Road Shoes
By Rob Spedding on 22/06/2005 19:41:13
The pavements are awash, and the fields submerged, so you'll need a pair of winter shoes to protect your feet. Or will you?
specifically for wet road running.It's weatherproof because… its three-layer upper resists water, wicks moisture away from your feet and allows air to circulate around the material to speed up drying. The outsole boasts sticky rubber for extra traction.Nike Air
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