To update the quote from the great Jane Austen: “It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a runner in the Pacific Northwest, must be in want of a rain jacket.” And as a runner in the Pacific Northwest, I am always on the search. So I was thrilled at the chance to try out Outdoor Research’s new Ferrosi Hoodie. It’s lightweight but still provides great coverage in the rain. My first time trying it out…
Roark’s latest Run Amok Collection (launched 11/4/22) is a collaboration with artist and ultra distance runner, Travis Weller. Here’s more about Travis: “Running is a major part of Weller’s creative process. It brings clarity into his life. Color is seen more vibrantly on the ridgelines. Emotion is felt more deeply in the forest”. Read more reviews about Roark here! It’s also pretty awesome that the artist put this collection to the test for the first…
We are back talking about Foehn again for an item uniquely designed as the weather turns from summer to fall – the Magna Polartec Power Stretch Pro Hoody. Read our other posts on Foehn here. Looks: At its surface level this hoody looks pretty simplistic. Classic black is the only colorway available and that’s a good choice. But despite its simple outward appearance, there is a lot going on. The marriage of Japanese nylon over…
SAYSKY may not be a running company you have heard of before, but that is starting to change a little. This Denmark-based brand has been around since 2013 and tries to bridge the gap between performance and relaxation, opting to fill a gap for those who care about running, but are less interested in the rat race of fashion. Thus, they churn out items (that often sell out quickly) with items that are extremely functional and…
After a long summer, it is definitely turning into sweater weather out there (shout out to The Neighbourhood). Running tanks are switching to long sleeves, shorts to tights, and inevitably light jackets are turning into sweaters. The HPT Crewneck from Heimplanet is a sleek addition to the style. Heimplanet makes gear for the outdoors – from tents to packs to apparel. Basically, they know a thing or two about protecting active individuals from the weather…
While some runners may be all about the leggings, I am starting to become all about the joggers. Perhaps it has something to do with the fact I continue to work from home (business up top, party down below – IYKNK), but I have found myself wearing casual long pants more often than ever before. Thus, the inMotion Track Joggers from Tentree are fitting in quite nicely on a daily basis. Looks: The inMotion Joggers look…
One of my very first running shirts was one that declared “Running Sucks.” I loved wearing it, especially while out running, for all the smiles it brought out. Other runners would offer a knowing nod as they headed in the other direction. During the Portland Marathon this October, a fellow runner beside me (when we were near mile 18 and the temperature was in the 80s) declared: “This sucks.” Another runner responded that we were…
Loud. Fast. Chaotic. Those three words often describe my training runs. They can also be used to describe long-time heavy metal rockers Motörhead. Put the two together and you have a whirlwind of heart pumping, head banging goodness. Enter the Roark x Motörhead collaboration. Check out all our Roark reviews here! This collection of breathable activewear has been live for about a month now and kicked off with drinks at Lemmy’s second home, LA’s Rainbow…
It’s always fun to stumble into a new company that is looking at entering the running game. Our latest review features what I may be considering the best new running shorts in the game – and from a non-running brand – LSKD. LSKD (shorthand for Loose Kid) is an Austrailian brand that has its roots in activewear with a street aesthetic. We’re inspired by the restless few who influence style, shape the future and chase…
Even as a self-proclaimed minimalist runner, in a region that seems to be grey more often than sunny, a good set of eyeglasses is a necessity. Good for reducing glare, easing visibility and protecting the eyes from unwary bugs, they definitely get some use in all seasons. I have utilized several pairs from different companies through the years, and this recently released pair from Adidas was unique from the previous ones in several ways. My…
