Gear

An inexpensive barbell set has helped me get excited about working out at home.

The Flight VECTIV™ is a new lightweight trail shoe from The North Face, and this baby is built for speed, plain and simple.

Endurance runner Hillary Allen is a specialist when it comes to charging hard on rough trail. The new VECTIV shoe line is helping get her where she needs to go, fast.

Off-road running is hard. These five smartly designed gear items make it easier.

The North Face VECTIV™️ returns considerable energy, reduces fatigue, and can make you faster.

The menstruation mavens at Thinx recently launched an entire activewear line, including leggings and training shorts.

As scientists continue to debate what elements create super shoe magic, what does it mean for you as you select your next racing shoes?

The 12th version of Saucony's popular Kinvara is an athletically connected, natural-feeling trainer with a snappy ride and an outstanding (and flashy) upper.

Batteries for days (literally) and a host of interesting run features make this the Garmin device for going long. But is the $800 price tag worth it?

Scandinavian cross-country ski heritage brings technical know-how to running apparel.

Going green has never looked this good.

The go-to gear for getting your start in cross-country skiing.

Grab this gear to start your winter fitness journey.

With skimo gear, fit and skill level are more important than light and fast.

Bring an optimistic vibe into the New Year by rocking a color that evokes joy, cheerfulness, and positive energy.

Here's where to put your investment.

This year’s river of running smartwatches is not only wide, but very deep. We rate and review six new releases.

Stay toasty during cold-weather runs with these 18 product picks.

Say hello to 10 of the strongest off-road picks of the season.

Smelly running shoes happen. Find out why, and follow these steps to rid your shoes of the stench.

As much as we love being on trend, we love picking gear that will last and perform even more. These are some of our favorites for the winter.

We reviewed six traction devices for snowy trails.

The Athleta Empower Bra is a sports bra specifically designed for breast cancer survivors.

In this excerpt from "Kicksology," Brian Metzler takes an in-depth look to try and find the culprit behind the prevalence of injuries in runners.

It’s time we broadened our concept of running shoe stability.

Here are the best human- and dog-tested accessories that make running trails together easy, comfortable, and fun.

More than 40 years after two jockstraps were stitched together, researchers are finally starting to understand how to build a better sports bra.

Adding some key accessories on top of proper recovery protocols can boost your bounce-back effectiveness.

This updated trail running shoe uses fancy tech to deliver a light and fast ride with a secure, comfortable fit.

When it comes time to suds up after a run, lathering up with a bar of soap will help you ditch the hefty plastic bottles.

There are tons of options out there. Here are ones that actually work.

Our favorite off-road gear this year.

Kick off your trail shoes and step into something more comfortable.

The truth about GPS accuracy—and what you can do when you really need to know how far and fast you’ve run.

We reviewed 15 face masks for running ease and comfort.

The right socks can be the difference between a good run and a bad one. Here are our favorites this year.

Few changes? Few problems. This well-loved pair of lightweight trainers/long-course racers from Hoka gets a tiny update in the Rincon 2 that fans will mildly love but won’t impress haters.

These are our top picks for the accessories to bring on your next adventure.

Grab this gear before your next mountain run.

For most of my running career, I associated compression shorts with the pros. One pair finally changed that.

These picks will be your go-tos for those sunny summer trails.

Time to slip into something more comfortable with one of these open-toed options.

10 runner-recommended gift ideas for any budget to give to a running dad on Father's Day

Just one more way we can all keep “running on hope.”

These super-functional belts will make sure essential trail-running items are within reach.

These three new trail-running shoes make you feel connected to the terrain and light on your feet.

Reviews of four trail shoes robust and durable enough to comfort and protect your feet, even when you're far off the beaten path

Three trail running shoes that will take you from door to mountain top, deftly navigating pavement, gravel, dirt, and rocks.

Today’s trail shoes provide specialized features for a variety of different terrains. Here’s how to sort out what you need.

Not sure where to start? Our guide from fellow runners is here to help.

For so long, tight shorts were associated with the pros, but thanks to an uptick in female designers and expanded options, that connotation is changing.

A new breed of stability shoes are sleek, springy, and suitable for all runners.

Energy return is all the rage these days. These five new models create it in different ways with different results for each runner.

Prepare yourself for a hurts-so-good body beatdown.

Strava's new feature leverages its vast database to automatically create runable loops that match your criteria.

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Running shoes aside, it’s the most important piece of gear a female runner puts on her body. But for all the time (and money) you spend debating the level of cushioning you need and tracking the miles you logged on a pair of sneakers, how often do you think about how you’re protecting your boobs on the run?

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite women's running gear for winter—with both high end and wallet-friendly options.

Just get the warmest everything, right? Nope.

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Little extras runners will love

These kitchen aids are great options for the hostess or the homebody

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Check out Jen Ator's author page.

Check out Jen Ator's author page.

Waterproof, windproof, breathable, and incredibly lightweight - Introducing the Norvan SL Insulated Hoody from Arc'teryx.

Yes, you need a dedicated pair of trail shoes. Here’s what to look for.

If you're training for a personal record or just don't want to feel weighed down by your running gear this season, we tried products you'll love.

Running gear can bring you peace, love, and happiness. We rounded up a few special pieces in honor of the 50th anniversary of Woodstock.

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Joggers are the ultimate pants for runners, whether worn during warmups or thrown on after that Sunday long run. Here are our favorites.

Modern running gear with retro details makes for happy days.

Do you have “PR shorts” or “speed workout bras” that you swear make you faster? Your running clothes just might play a role in your performance.

From chic to downright goofy, more running clubs and crews are turning running apparel into #streetstyle on the roads and trails.

Mother's Day is coming fast. We've done the hard work for you and found the best presents for all the moms who love to run.

Let your post-run feet breathe with the latest crop of comfy sandals.

This real-world update to Nike's attention-grabbing Vaporfly 4% could be the answer to everyday runners’ prayers.

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