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    RUNNING

    Running in the off-season is the easiest way to ensure a strong, smooth start to the ski season. From a gear-standpoint, running is one of the simplest sports; there’s no need for fancy Tech bindings, skin wax or transceivers. That said, a fast pair of road shoes or a well-fitted hydration pack can help you hunt down that elusive PB, chase down a competitor, avoid injury or simply let you enjoy running to its full potential. From a 5k jog around town to an epic run in the mountains, the right running gear can help you achieve your optimal run. In this section, we will help you find the right gear for you, from hydration solutions and performance apparel to running shoes and nutrition. If you have ideas for products you would like to see reviewed here, let us hear it.


    Best Rain Shells BEST RAIN SHELLS 2019/2020
    Date: Sept 6th 2019
    Reviewer: Brad
    Overall Rating: The Best

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    Altra Lone Peak 4 Low RSM Shoes ALTRA LONE PEAK 4 LOW RMS SHOES
    Date: June 15th 2019
    Reviewer: Jed
    Overall Rating: 8.5/10
    Product Link: Altra

    Read the full review here.


    Altra Superior 4 Trail Running Shoes ALTRA SUPERIOR 4 TRAIL RUNNING SHOES
    Date: June 14th 2019
    Reviewer: Jed
    Overall Rating: 9/10
    Product Link: Altra

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    Altra Kayenta Shoes Gear Of The Year AwardALTRA KAYENTA SHOES
    Date: May 1st 2019
    Reviewer: Marian
    Overall Rating: 9.5/10
    Product Link: Altra

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    Mountain Equipment Micron Jacket MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT MICRON JACKET
    Date: Nov 29th 2014
    Reviewer: Bradley
    Overall Rating: 9/10
    Product Link: Mountain Equipment

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    Marmot Essence Jacket MARMOT ESSENCE JACKET
    Date: July 7th, 2014
    Reviewer: Devon
    Overall Rating: 8.5/10
    Product Link: Marmot

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    Mountain Hardwear CoolHiker Tee ReviewMOUNTAIN HARDWEAR COOLHIKER AND COOLRUNNER TEES
    Date: June 6th 2014
    Reviewer: Chandra
    Overall Rating: 7/10 & 9.5/10
    Product Link: Mountain Hardwear

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    Oboz Helium Shoes OBOZ HELIUM SHOES
    Date: April 24th 2014
    Reviewer: Sara
    Overall Rating: 9/10
    Product Link: Oboz Footwear

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    Salomon S-Lab Sense 3 Ultra Shoes and Salomon Sense Pro Shoes SALOMON S-LAB SENSE 3 & SENSE PRO SHOES
    Date: April 16th 2014
    Reviewer: Jordan
    Overall Rating: 9/10 & 7/10
    Product Link: Salomon

    Read the full review here.


    Nathan-Hydration-Gear-Review NATHAN HYDRATION
    Date: April 11th 2014
    Reviewer: Jordan
    Overall Rating: 8/10
    Product Link: Nathan

    Read the full review here.


    Suunto Quest Watch SUUNTO QUEST WATCH WITH GPS POD AND HEART RATE MONITOR
    Date: Oct 1st 2013
    Reviewer: Brad
    Overall Rating: 7.5/10
    Product Link: Suunto

    Read the full review here.


    The Vapur Element Anti Water BottleVAPUR ELEMENT ANTI WATER BOTTLE
    Date: Feb 15th 2013
    Reviewer: Ryan
    Overall Rating: 9/10
    Product Link: Vapur

    Read the full review here.


    CamelBak L.U.X.E. pack Groove filtration bottle and Elixir tablets CAMELBAK L.U.X.E. PACK, GROOVE BOTTLE AND ELIXIR TABLETS
    Date: Sept 3rd, 2012
    Reviewer: Jenny
    Overall Rating: 8.5/10
    Product Link: Camelbak

    Read the full review here.


    Salomon-Synapse-Shoe SALOMON SYNAPSE SHOE
    Date: May 8th 2012
    Reviewer: Curtis
    Overall Rating: 10/10
    Product Link: Salomon

    Read the full review here.


    Ahnu Woodacre Gargoyle AHNU WOODACRE SHOES
    Date: April 23 2012
    Reviewer: Brad
    Overall Rating: 8/10
    Product Link: Ahnu

    Read the full review here.


    Garmin Forerunner 610 GPS watchSUUNTO CORE 75th ANNIVERSARY ALTIMETER WATCH
    Date: Oct 12th 2011
    Reviewer: Brad
    Overall Rating: 10/10
    Product Link: Suunto

    Read the full review here.


    Garmin Forerunner 610 GPS watchGARMIN FORERUNNER 610 GPS WATCH
    Date: July 10th 2011
    Reviewer: Brad
    Overall Rating: 7.5/10
    Product Link: Garmin

    Read the full review here.


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