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Gear Review: Ultimate Direction Fastback 20
The Fastpack 20 is a day hiking pack that is inspired by Ultimate Directions Signature Series of running vests.
Shoe Review: Scott T2 Kinabalu 3.0
Looking for a reliable all around trail running shoe? Check out MPF RNR Athlete Iain Ridgway's shoe review on the Scott T2 Kinabalu 3.0's!
Manzella Running Gloves Review by MPF/RNR Athlete Ellie Pell
I was looking for a medium range glove that would keep my hands warm enough in the five minute jog to the gym during the coldest months, and also warm enough during my first few Spring races when the snow was still falling, but the temperatures were not in the single digits.
Quick Review on the 2015 MSR Ascent Snowshoes
In 2011 we are tried out the MSR Lightning Axis Snowshoes and we still use them today. From breaking trail in 2+ feet of snow, to cruising around on hard packed trails, and climbing up and over mountain tops, the MSR’s design is a step above the rest.
Wahoo Fitness App & Heart Rate Monitor
Wahoo Fitness is a company that focuses on using the devices you already own, such as your iPhone or Android Device, to track and record all of your training data. With the powerful phones we have today, the Wahoo Fitness App is able to record your GPS track, distance, heart rate, elevation profile, wattage, cadence and much more.
Blue Hills Skyline Trail FKT & Race Shoe Selection
By Ben Nephew
While I’m not the only one who struggles to select which pair of shoes for a race, I may be particularly challenged due to the vast number of inov-8 models I have to select from. Even after over 15 years of trail racing, I still find it difficult to decide on shoes for some races.
Black Diamond Distance Trekking Poles Gear Review
By MPF Athlete, Zsuzsanna Carlson
I Love the poles especially when I’m going uphill, the poles allow my upper body and core to take part in the movement. I find they also help me focus on proper hiking form, making my hiking more energy efficient
On the trails with Niner Bikes!
By Joe Azze
Great day out on the trails today! I got chance to demo some great Niner bikes! Thanks Tom from Niner & Tahir from Campmor for setting things up!
Nathan Elite 2V Plus Gear Review
There are three types of trail runners, or so I thought, (1) hydration vests, (2) water bottles, (3) hydration belts, that was until I tried the Nathan Elite 2V Plus.
The Nathan Endurance Pack Gear Review
By MPF Athlete Len Huffman
The pack - The Nathan Endurance hydration pack is the latest addition to the Nathan Hydration pack family, It is a vest style hydration pack that features a 70oz bladder. It has 1 medium sized storage pocket that has a divider and is large enough for a light weight ,compact piece of clothing such as a winter hat or additional nutrition along with a cell phone, etc.
Exercise Highlight 1: Training Ropes
Training ropes offers a great opportunity for overall conditioning and strengthening. Its a great training tool for athletes searching for motivating & challenging ways to attack their fitness.