It seems that the newest trend in athletic gear these days is tagged with the word compression.  You hear it in any sport where endurance and speed is involved.  The sport industry has responded by creating compression gear that covers you from your neck to your toes.  I jumped on the trend by trying out one […]

This year I had the opportunity to try out some Nathan Hydration Products.
Since I had just taken up running Trail Ultra’s I thought I would try out the Nathan HPL 008 Hydration Pak. I thought this would be a good choice allowing me to carry adequate water with the addition of a couple of pockets […]

Gear Review – Nathan Elite 1 Plus hydration belt

This past summer I replaced my old belt with the Nathan Elite 1 Plus belt.  The Nathan belt is clearly designed with inputs from runners, compare to my old hydration belt; several simple features of this Nathan belt have made it much more comfortable and user friendly.
The […]

I am a big fan of Nathan products so I was very happy when I had the opportunity to put the Speed 2R and the Elite 1 to the test.
Speed 2R

From the moment you put this belt on you will want it to be part of your race gear. This is a perfect belt for […]

Last February I got my hands on these Handlebar Booties courtesy of my buddy Andrew at Cycle Solutions. He let me know of these winter lovelies that are a wicked solution to the problem of winter riding.
Since I have been out here I have had to make do with various combinations of bulky gloves. And […]

After countless hours of using both of these training devices, I’ve come to this conclusion:
While both devices are not perfect (the 310XT is getting there with firmware updates), the average user will be well served by either one.
However, I do have a preference – the Garmin 301XT. For tech geeks (I fall into this category) […]

In the summer months I tend not to be able to carry enough water with me to get through those long runs and so I have to plan my runs to pass public water fountains which isn’t too bad on road runs but when you spend as much time in the trails as I […]

We all know how important hydration is to performance and recovery. The Nathan Speed 2 offers a convenient and light weight option for staying hydrated is an excellent choice for those middle distance runs.
The molded plastic holsters make accessing and replacing the two 300 ml. flasks a simple task that is easily accomplished with […]

I’ve used a few waist belt style bottle holders before, some were decent quality and brand, and some were really cheap.  The latter performed as expected (or didn’t perform at all), so they weren’t worth buying, and aren’t worth mentioning.  The ones that were decent worked ok (sorry, I can’t recall any brands), but were […]

It was time for me to get a new fluid belt as the one I originally purchased no longer fit me (I have shed about 30 lbs with all my running).  I started to use my wife’s belt but got tired of fumbling around trying to keep the bottles in.  I had three long slow […]

I have a love-hate relationship with goggles.  As an avid swimmer and triathlete they are a necessary evil.  With deep set eyes, I have trouble finding goggles that maintain a seal.  Add in the fact that I am cheap and finding the perfect pair can be down right impossible.
During a trip to Running Free in […]

OK I know, what does Running Free know about coffee mugs and what do coffee mugs have to do with running? Well…I run and…well… I drink coffee. So when our favourite reusable water container company, Klean Kanteen, came out with a double walled, stainless steel coffee mug, I had to try it. They didn’t disappoint. […]

I have the flattest feet on the team.
Don’t even challenge that… Just trust me.
About a year ago though, taking up some foot strengthening exercises, while switching to a mid-foot strike with a higher cadence has allowed me to reduce the amount of support required from my shoe, and I’ve found a nice level of […]

This is one of my favorite Spinervals DVDs.  This is a compilation of various segments from a number of other DVDs.  The title is right as Coach Troy will have you saying “Have Mercy” after almost 2 hours of sweating and moving.   Coach Troy is fairly motivating and somewhat humorous at times.  […]

A few years ago I wrote about the Polar RS800, and while I still think it is a great device, I love the Garmin 310XT a bit more but for different reasons. I will keep it simple.
Why I like the Forerunner 310XT?
1. Works seamlessly with my Mac.
- I would have loved to […]

This product has saved me a great deal of pain and suffering.  I am a heavy sweater and this causes a lot of parts on my body to become rather damp.  This dampening leads to potential of increased friction, and this friction leads to rashes, sores, and general all around […]

As a rookie swimmer, it is very important for me to have accessories that work properly so that I don’t have to worry about anything other than learning my stroke. When I first started my swimming journey in August 2009, I picked up a cheap pair of goggles from a big box retailer due to […]

Ok, I don’t normally do reviews unless I find a product i really like. I heard of sable goggles about a year and a half ago. As most of you have probably heard by now the rumblings were good. So I decided to dump the change and get my first […]

If you are going to be stuck on a desert island, be sure to pack a pair of Sable goggles. Even if you’re not stuck on an island and perhaps training for your first triathlon or entering an Ironman as a seasoned racer – I would still recommend a pair of Sable Goggles for you.
Just […]

I have recently begun using a Nathan Speed Belt 4 hydration system and have been very impressed.  This is a very versatile piece of equipment.   It comes with four 10oz bottles and two pockets.  An ideal piece of gear for walking, hiking, running or any outdoor activity.  Use it with your dogs, kids or for yourself, it […]