Monthly Archives: January 2017
Shimano TR-9
The TR-9 was Shimano's 2016 Premium triathlon shoe in the lineup. Not the lightest in the category but this was the first time I found a shoe that held the foot securely through the entire pedal stroke and provided easy entry/exit.
I often found the...
Tailwind Hydration
Going into my first ultra of the season I was looking to try a few new hydration/nutrition products out. This was on my top of the list as many users reported not having to use anything else (gels, chews) on longer outings. I always...
Nike LunarEpic Flyknit
When Nike introduced the LUNAREPIC I was intrigued. The high collar ankle support that was only found in Nike’s soccer shoes had my interest in seeing how effective the collar would be. Having run in most Lunar models I was looking forward to putting...
Nathan Firestorm Hydration Pack
The Nathan Firestorm Hydration Pack was my first time to run a race without a handheld hydration accessory. I became THAT runner purchasing equipment less than 24 hours before leaving for a race. I made a great decision with the Nathan Firestorm Pack and...
Bureo Skateboard
Simply put my younger, baggy jeans, vans wearing self would have made fun of me now as the shaved leg cycling/running endurance junky. I feel I need to redeem myself with this very cool and resourceful product.
The Bureo skateboard is from recycled fishing nets...
Craft Zero Extreme Concept
Ride or Run during the fall and winter a base layer makes the entire training session bearable. Maintaining your core temperature will help aid in circulation and prevent the excruciating numb feet and hands.
The Craft Zero Extreme is constructed to keep you warm in...
Mountain Hardware Quasar lite
This 12oz 2.5 layer Gortex Shell turned into my all season jacket after purchasing this for an early spring ski trip.
Up on the mountain, during a week long ski trip I faced a couple different days of weather conditions. The early season on the...
SOS Hydration
I was never entirely sold on the sugary syrup tasting sports mixes that are in the market. After several seasons of mimicking Bowerman and producing my own Frankenstein sports drinks. I came across SOS after a workout with the Boulder Track Club.
Closer to...
Them-A-Rest New Air XLite
I may have bought a cannon for a knife fight. I was looking for a lightweight packable sleeping pad to keep in my car for the road trips I had in 2016. With nearly 30,000 miles this year, I was tired of sleeping in...