For several years I have chosen FoxRiver socks over any others. Whether it is for running, hiking or casual everyday use, this is my sock brand of choice.
The designs and colours are subtle and tasteful. The materials are all comfortable regardless of whether you are wearing the running specific socks or the thicker wool. They […]

I cannot imagine anyone NOT of already trying out the GU brand of gels but on the off-chance you have not, here is a little review by someone who has…ME! GU has been around since 1991 and since then, they have kept on improving their gels while adding new products and flavors […]

This is my first review of any type of product, so bare with me.
I will start with the Speed belt 2. I have two of these belts, one in girly pink and the other in grey to match my team Running Free attire of course. (very important for us girls) This belt has a […]

I have used this belt on many occasions.  Everything from long training runs to lengthy races, the latest being the Ironman Lake Placid.  There a few key features that makes this belt a good fit for every type of athlete.   
Size/Fit:
With having a Velcro strap to attach the belt, it gives you the flexibility to […]

As the snow finally comes down on our fair city and the cold weather pushes the thermostat lower, the need for warmer clothing is finally realized.  For many people, they quickly layer up on the legs and upper body and then follow it by the head and hands.  The forgotten item is socks.  Being a […]

Like previous incarnations, the Wave Rider 14 makes a great high-milage trainer. The build quality is excellent and shoe will happily handle daily pounding. The firm sole has enough cushioning for hours of continuous use without feeling mushy or over-supportive.
The first thing that struck me when I unpacked these shoes was how well they were […]

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Salomon Fast Wing Hoodie 2

This past summer I was introduced to Zoot shoes. I had spent most of the first part of this summer racing in a pair of Asics Gel-Cumulus 11. The Asics have always been a shoe of choice for when I was racing Sprint or even Olympic distance triathlons.
When I made the decision to […]

Back in September I participated in a “Revolution 3” triathlon. It is, if not an equivalent to an Ironman race. Well that is my opinion. They are by no means as large but still put on a great show.

Beside some obvious differences such as price(cheaper), and swag(more) and […]

That is the question…..and here is my answer.
I spent this past year switching from Sprint distance to Half Iron distance triathlons. In my quest to train for double the distance in every discipline. I needed to train smarter and my nutrition needed to be altered.
As a sprint distance athlete I basically relied on my training […]

Salomon XR Crossmax
$134.99
http://www.runningfree.com/products/Salomon-656/Salomon-XR-Crossmax-Neutral-p30303/?pstart=1
Salomon, in my opinion, is a leader in manufacturing shoes that are meant for off road.  As opposed to the “big brand” shoe companies who tend to develop their trail shoes based on their road shoe platform, Salomon starts from the dirt up.  I’ve been wearing Salomon trail shoes for a few years […]

I purchased the Ultimate Direction Fury fuel belt last spring and used it on all of my long training runs through the summer. Runningfree.com says this about the fuel belt:
“The updated Fury utility belt is great for athletes who want a minimalist training or racing belt for fast and furious distances.”
Here are some of the […]

Product Review
Test Date: December 17, 2011
Location: Pickering, ON.
Temperature: -5C to -6C
Mizuno Weblink
We knew it would come sooner or later, and thankfully later than the last few years: the first cold run of the dreaded winter running season. If there is one aspect I despise the most about running in the cold it would be cold […]

CW-X is known in the industry for having some of the best compression clothing on the market.  I had always heard great things about their products, but held off on purchasing them due to the high price.  There are many styles of CW-X compression clothing to choose from and I would recommend reading […]

FOX RIVER SOCKS
www.foxsox.com
Ok, this is going to sound like a commercial but I can’t help it!  Finally, finally, I have found a pair of socks that work for me!!!  Fox River Socks is where it’s at!
Have you tried many different kinds of socks both cheap and expensive for your […]

As Team Running Free members know, and non-members ought to know, one of the greatest perks that comes along with being a member of the Team is being able to take part in the annual team lottery. This is the vehicle by which members get one of their most substantial giveaways for the year.
This year, […]

Let me start off by saying that for most of my running life, I have worn Mizunos. I love their wide toe box, lightweight shoe and like their colours. I realize that colour isn’t exactly the reason to buy a shoe, but in today’s day and age when even your iPod case is accessorized, I […]

Running Free carries a large variety of GU products including GU Brew, an electrolyte powder, Gels and chewable Chomps, all meant to replace electrolytes and provide energy in the form of carbohydrates. I have been a regular consumer of both the Gels and Chomps over the years but had never tried GU Brew. I figured […]

Gu Roctane-a bit of a different look
posted for Ryan Van Praet (team RF)
We all know alot about the Gu product line, as they are a valued sponsor for Team Running Free. You’ve got an amazing line of products ranging from the GuBrew sports drink, the Gu Chomps energy chews that give you a nice […]