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The lowdown on the latest trail and ultra running clothing, footwear and accessories
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Best waterproof jacket for running 2020 (Inov8, Salomon, Montane, OMM, UD, Rab, Kalenji) £55 -£190
Hi I’m Claire from Wild Ginger Running and this is my waterproofs group test for trail and ultra runners from all the major brands including Inov8, Salomon, Montane, OMM, Ultimate Direction, Rab, and Kalenji, with prices ranging from £55 to £190. Scroll down for...
Best headtorch for trail & ultra running 2020 – PETZL Iko Core v SILVA Trail Runner Free H? (REVIEW)
Which is the best new headtorch / headlamp for trail & ultra running in 2020 - the PETZL Iko Core or the SILVA Trail Runner Free H? Hi I’m Claire from Wild Ginger Running and this is my review of the two latest headtorches / headlamps from two of the main, top...
Choose the right WATERPROOF JACKET & TROUSERS with expert advice from myRaceKit running stores
There are so many waterproof jackets and trousers to choose from, with lightweight and more robust, feature-full options and everything in between, how do you decide which is the best for you? I went to myRaceKit store in Sheffield to see staff member Steve Franklin...
Choose the right HEADTORCH / HEADLAMP with expert advice from myRaceKit running stores
There are so many headtorches/ headlamps to choose from with different brightness levels, battery life and weights, how do you decide which is the best for you and the event you've signed up to? I went to myRaceKit store in Sheffield to see staff member Steve Franklin...
Choose the right RUNNING PACK OR WAISTBELT with expert advice from myRaceKit running stores
There are so many trail running packs, vests and waistbelts to choose from, how do you decide which is the best for you? I went to myRaceKit store in Sheffield to see staff member Steve Franklin who shares all the advice you need to choose the perfect one. (Socially...
Choose the right TRAIL RUNNING SHOE with expert advice from myRaceKit running stores
There are so many trail running shoes to choose from, how do you decide which is the best for you? I went to myRaceKit store in Sheffield to see staff member Steve Franklin who shares all the advice you need to choose the perfect pair. (Socially distanced filming)...
Montane Podium Pull-On Smock & Pants REVIEW – lightweight waterproof jacket & trousers (Total 210g!)
This is my review of the Montane Podium Pull-On Smock & Pants, a set of ultra lightweight waterproof jacket & trousers that weigh just under 210g combined! What waterproofs are you currently wearing and how much do they weigh? Let me know in the comments below...
Scott Supertrac RC 2 review (grippy trail, mountain & ultra running shoe)
This is my review of the Scott Supertrack RC 2 super grippy trail running shoes for trail, mountain and ultra running races. I really like them a lot but there is one quite major downside to the fit for my shape of foot. I've managed to tweak them so I can wear them...
Ultimate Direction Race Vest / Vesta 5.0 running pack REVIEW (2 reasons why I wouldn’t buy one)
I've been using the Ultimate Direction Race Vest / Vesta 5.0 running pack (ladies fit) for a couple of months now and I've come to the conclusion that I still prefer my Camelbak Ultra Pro 7L (ladies fit size S) pack for the 2 reasons I cover in this film. Scroll...