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A Unique Experience & A Different Perspective
Friday, April 12th, 2019 brought the start of the Second Annual Hellbender 100 Miler and what would turn out to be a huge learning experience for me. Let me preface this by stating that I had made a comment on Facebook, two weeks prior, about how the attention of a...
Episode #120- Harrison Fluman: Bigfoot 200
Aric had an exciting time sitting down with Harrison just days before his first go at a 200 mile race- Bigfoot 200. We have sat down with Harrison two other times and followed his progress to race day. This show was special because we had so many questions for you-...
Gear Review: Hoka Hupana
Hoka Hupana Shoe Review At first glance I dismissed the Hupana as a casual/lifestyle shoe that would expand Hoka's reach into the gym and yoga studios. If you look at the shoe it has a full length RMAT outersole with ZERO tread and a knit upper (it breathed like a...
Buffalo Run Race Previews
Antelope Island Buffalo Run – 100 Mile, 50 Mile, 50k, 25k http://www.buffalorunadventures.com/ Dates: 03/17/16 & 03/18/16 Cost: 100 mile – $188.15 ($198.27 after Jan. 31) 50 mile – $95.19 ($105.64 after Jan. 31) 50K – $86.51 ($96.74 after Jan. 31) 25K – $70.35...
Gear Garage #15: Salomon S-Lab Sense Ultra
TrailManners has received a few different models of Salomon shoes over the last 12 months to test. The Sense Propulse had a comfortable fit, but ran clunky. The Sense Pro 2 is comfy despite the narrow fit and has a harsh ride. Neither shoe had enough positives to...
Gear Garage #14: Rabbit Quadzilla Shorts
When Ashley Nordell posted on FB this past December that she was part of the RaDrabbitPro crew, I had to do a bit of stalking to find out what in the world is a RaDrabbitPro? Before I go further you need to understand that Ashley Nordell is a stellar person, who has...
Gear Review: 2017 Inov 8 Trail Talon 250
Gear Garage #13: Inov 8 Trail Talon 250 The 2017 Inov 8 Trail Talon 250 was a pleasant surprise. It's one of the most comfortable shoes on the market with plenty of toe room and the welded overlays integrate will with the lacing system for a snug fit in the mid foot....
Gear Garage: Egg Weights Review
Egg Weights are an ergonomic palm centered weights. They come in three different sizes: 3/4lbs, 1.25lbs, and 1.5lbs. Consider using them to improve upper body (torso and arm swing) mechanics on speed work days. The egg weights will also increase your caloric...
TrailManners: Gear Garage #11: Pearl Izumi Trail N2 V3
As I am sure you are aware Pearl Izumi is leaving the run market in 2017 but that didn't stop Mike Thompson and his team from designing an amazing trail shoe as their swan song. The Pearl Izumi E:Motion Trail N2V3 is beautiful. Watch the review and do your self a...
TrailManners: Gear Garage #10: Salomon Fast Wing Hoodie
In this episode of Gear Garage we showcase the Salomon Fast Wing Hoodie. This jacket will be part of my go to arsenal of run related items. Whether it be for wearing on chilly or windy run or if I take it as an emergency jacket on those longer explorations. Salomon...