Tag Archives: Running shoes

The Tuesday Kick: Subtle but fast

Posted on April 18, 2012 by

The Tuesday Kick is – horrors! – a bit different this week. This week’s Tuesday Kick also marks the first gear review on Sub-three and, yes, it’s a shoe. Full disclosure: New Balance Canada provided the shoes for review. The … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Read: Feet don’t fail me now

Posted on March 25, 2012 by

Barefoot, minimalist or shoes? Which is best? It seems like the overriding question many runners have on their minds at the moment. Certainly, it’s a thread in this week’s Sunday Read. Plus, an unusual, inspirational Norwegian! Nice bare feet you … Continue reading →

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The Tuesday Kick: Is that a Fastwitch or just a nervous tic?

Posted on March 13, 2012 by

The shoe Saucony Fastwitch 4 2010 The official description Running Times magazine called the Saucony Fastwitch 4 2010 “a sublime marathon shoe.” They praised its cushioning and midstance support, liked its “amazingly flexible and energetic forefoot,” and called the shoe … Continue reading →

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The Tuesday Kick: plush pumps

Posted on March 7, 2012 by

The shoe Saucony Triumph 9 The Official Description “Premium cushioning redefined,” purrs Saucony. The company says the shoe features a new injection-moulded foam that “delivers an ultra-plush yet still responsive feel underfoot.” The shoe weighs in at a relatively light … Continue reading →

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Flexible Mizunos

Posted on February 28, 2012 by

The Shoe Mizuno Wave Rider 14. The Official Description Mizuno describes the Wave Rider 14 as a cushioned, flexible shoe that prevents foot fatigue. In fact, they use the word “flex” a lot. The shoe boasts “high-tech flex grooves” and … Continue reading →

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Welcome to The Tuesday Kick

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

Shoes…runners can’t live without them. We love our shoes. In fact, when I sent out a request asking that people tell me what they run in and why, I was surprised at how many people responded and how quickly. Obviously, … Continue reading →

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