Ryan Cronin

REVIEW: Speedland GL:SVT

With single releases, unisex sizing and an unconventional approach to nearly every aspect of their design process, the GL:SVT maintains much of the construction elements and material construction of previous models.

REVIEW: The North Face Summit Series Offtrail TR

As a winter trail shoe made for shorter distances and technical terrain, the North Face Summit Series Offtrail TR is built to withstand it all.

Review: Kahtoola Nanospikes

Even the grippiest outsoles on the market can be defeated when winter hits hard. The NANOspikes model is designed for pavement, which made them perfect for running out the door.

Hydration Vest Review

Spring has sprung and long summer training days are right around the corner. To help you stay hydrated and on top of your game, we've put a variety of hydration vests to the test, whether you're looking for a s...

Review: Suunto 9 Peak Pro

A year from the release of the Suunto 9 Peak, the Finnish company has released the newest iteration: the 9 Peak Pro, which is an upgrade to the previous model in battery life, revamped user interface and GPS availability.

Review: Inov-8 TrailFly Ultra G 280

Inov-8 launched their new trail shoe, the TrailFly Ultra G 280 in October. For those unfamiliar, G stands for Graphene—a material that is 200 times tougher than steel but is remarkably thin and flexible. Following a growing trend—and dire need—for more sustainable options in the shoe industry, Inov-8 touts Graphene as the answer to longer-lasting footwear.

Review: Polar Pacer Pro GPS Watch

The Polar Pacer Pro is a lightweight, slim-profile watch with Polar’s “greatest hits” functionality—perfect for runners who love data but don’t need a robust inventory of high-end features.

Handheld Hydration for Summer

With summer temperatures heating up across the country, it’s important to keep hydration at your disposal. Handheld options provide you enough fluids to maintain short-term performance without excess additional weight to slow you down.

Suunto 9 Peak Watch Review

The 9 Peak is the next generation GPS watch from Suunto and differs from their other models with a slimmer profile, more aesthetic design and recent software updates. We put the 9 Peak to the test with long training weeks, structured workouts and everyday functional wear.

COROS Vertix 2 Adventure Watch

In the GPS watch category, COROS has established itself as a brand actively pushing the limits of feature sets. This is apparent in the new Vertix 2, which adds a large number of feature upgrades from the original model – including updated satellite capabilities, a larger display face, new sport modes, navigation maps, onboard music functionality, faster overall processing and a massive increase in battery life.

Nathan Pinnacle Vest Review

This year two of Nathan’s most popular items, the VaporKrar and VaporHowe vests, got an update and a new name—the Pinnacle. Primary updates include lighter and more breathable material construction, and additional kangaroo pockets for cargo storage.

Six Moon Designs Flight 30 Ultra Running Pack

The new Flight 30 Ultra Running Pack is an evolution of Six Moon Designs’ previous 2018 Ultralight model geared towards runners and fastpackers. This frameless, customizable-fit pack has a relatively slim profile that rides close to the body, which comes in handy for trail running or hiking through dense brush, and is well-suited for overnight adventures in the backcountry.

Arc’teryx Aerios 30L Pack Review

The Arc’teryx Aerios line of backpacks are designed for year-round use with 15, 30 and 45L capacities to accommodate day use or overnight outings. Their focus is on lightweight and durable material construction to help you go farther, faster.

UltrAspire Lumen 800 Ultra 2.0 Waist Lamp

UltrAspire is a pioneer in waist-mounted lighting systems, which are becoming more ubiquitous during 100-mile and multi-day events. We’ve been impressed with the Lumen 800 Ultra 2.0 in our testing. The bright lumen output and wide angle lens illuminates the trail clearly with minimal bouncing, and the 3D lighting technology creates shadows behind objects and provides a depth to your surroundings.

CamelBak Ultra Pro Vest Review

The Ultra ProVest from Camelbak was designed with racing in mind. Built to be ultralight, the minimal pack offers 6L of carrying capacity and the ability to hold a 1.5L bladder (not included). Two 500ml soft flasks sit on the front of the chest while a convenient pull-through compartment allows for gear storage on the run.

First Look: Adidas Terrex Speed Ultra Trail Shoes

Adidas has traditionally kept a somewhat low profile in the trail and ultrarunning space, even with a string of solid offerings in their lineup. That profile should increase this summer with the release of the Terrex Speed Ultra, the result of two years of development and testing by Adidas athlete Tom Evaans during the Ultra-Trail World Tour.

Arc’teryx Atom SL Hoody

A longtime staple of the Arc’teryx lineup, the Atom SL (Super Light) Hoody has proven to be a versatile piece for hikers, runners and climbers alike. Designed as a dual purpose garment, this jacket bridges the gap between winter and spring seasons by acting as an effective layer under a shell or a standalone garment.

DIY Fort Orditude 100

Race mornings are usually a bustle of excitement. But on November 7, 2020, dawn was just beginning to break over the Salinas Valley as a handful of runners stood in the parking lot of a 7-11 and made small talk. There was no music, no fanfare and most important of all: no course. Welcome to the start line of the Fort Orditude DIY 100-mile run.

COROS VERTIX GPS Watch Review

It’s unusual to review a product almost two years after it first hit the market, but when presented an opportunity to test the COROS VERTIX, we were compelled. One of the company’s noteworthy attributes is their ongoing product improvement with software updates and new feature sets long after the initial launch, and the VERTIX has undergone some notable upgrades since its original release date.

Kahtoola INSTAgaiter Low Review

Kahtoola is well-known for their winter traction devices, but they also have a comprehensive lineup of gaiters for outdoor endurance sports. The INSTAgaiter Low is the lightest and lowest profile gaiter in the company’s lineup, designed to be durable and breathable for multi-season trail running adventures.

Polar Grit X Multisport GPS Watch Review

A next-generation multisport GPS watch from Polar, which builds on the performance metrics of the Vantage watch, and adds a handful of new features that are ideal for ultrarunners and mountain runners.