LaSportiva Raptor

The Raptor excels at technical running with a preference towards rocky terrain.

I’M SCREWED!

Winter trail running is all about traction. In order to to move forward you must stay on your feet.

LASPORTIVA CROSSLITE


The Crosslite is a lightweight racer with a aggressive tread. Just by lacing this shoe up you feel fast.

VIBRAM FIVE FINGERS

I recently picked  up a pair of Vibram Five Fingers “shoes” for strength training of my feet and lower legs.  They offer 4 different models I chose the KSO . I picked this model due to its mesh uppers and strap arrangement. Running barefoot is well known for its strength and technique training. Your foot strike [...]

VASQUE VELOCITY VST

A new trail runner from Vasque this year is the Velocity VST. I have been running the standard Velocity for a while now. It’s a stable stiff long distance shoe that eats up rugged trails. I recently picked up the Velocity VST. Same fit but very different beast.
First off it’s way more breathable water [...]