Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro 3 Review
Aggressive, forward-leaning race day shoe with a high stack, lively foam, and carbon fiber plate for explosive performance.
Best Carbon Plate Running Shoes in 2025
This year's best carbon plate running shoes for race day, with links to all my in-depth reviews, tested by me, a professional running shoe reviewer.
Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx VS The North Face VECTIV Sky 2: Trail Racer Battle
A clear comparison of Merrell's MTL Long Sky 2 agile trail racing shoe with TNF’s race-tuned VECTIV Sky 2 for fast, technical runs.
Norda 002 Review
A responsive, agile trail shoe with a secure upper, exceptional traction, responsive ride, but is it REALLY worth $295 - Here's my take...
Diadora Gara Carbon 2 review
A lightweight, responsive race-day shoe featuring a carbon plate and advanced cushioning for an efficient, springy ride - but is it worth $300?
Nike Zoom Fly 6 VS Hoka Mach X 2: And The Winner Is…
My side-by-side guide comparing these two carbon plated speed trainers for comfort, performance, stability.
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Best Tempo Running Shoes in 2026 [For Speed Training]
This year's best speed training shoes, with links to all my in-depth reviews. All shoes tested by myself, a professional running shoe reviewer.
The North Face VECTIV Sky 2 Review
A lightweight, race-tuned shoe built for speed on technical trails, with firm responsiveness and exceptional traction.
Nike Zoom Fly 6 Review
A well-priced, lightweight plated trainer blending ZoomX cushioning and responsiveness, ideal for speed training to marathon racing.
Inov8 Trailtalon Speed Review
Minimalist trail racing shoes with firm cushioning, aggressive 6mm lugs, and exceptional grip for fast-paced runs on soft and technical terrain.
Altra Lone Peak 9 review
Zero-drop trail running shoes with a spacious toe box, firm midsole, and reliable traction, delivering a grounded, natural feel across rugged terrain.
Nike Alphafly 3 vs Vaporfly 3: A Brutally Honest Comparison
Which race-day super shoe suits your running style best? My honest, unfiltered comparison will help you find your perfect fit.
On Cloudvista 2 Review: All-Mountain Trail Running with Upgraded Performance
My honest review of the On Cloudvista 2 all mountain trail running shoes shares what’s improved, what’s not, and if they’re worth the $150 price tag
On Cloudsurfer Next Review: On’s Daily Trainer with a Kick
The Cloudsurfer Next is designed for speed, stability, comfort - the ideal combo for runners looking to boost their tempo without sacrificing support.
Brooks Catamount Agil Review: Lightweight Speed With Trade-offs In Comfort
A fast, responsive trail shoe built for technical terrain, but does speed come at the cost of comfort? Find out in my in-depth review.
Pebax®: The Performance-Boosting Secret in Running Shoes
The lightweight, energy-returning polymer that top brands are using to create faster, more efficient running shoes.
Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung Review: A Maximalist’s Dream or Overkill?
This $300 super shoe promises insane comfort and performance (I mean it's not even legal for elites), but does it deliver? You're about to find out.
Brooks Hyperion Max 2 Review: Speedy But Just Not Rockin’
The Brooks Hyperion Max 2 isn't the tempo shoe you may be used to. Does the new maxed-out midsole and weight gain bring more cons or pros?