Latest articles by Claire Maxted
The best running water bottles: convenient hydration for mid-length runs
Our selection of the best water bottles for running available right now will help you select the best one to stay hydrated
SOAR Run Tights review: leggings that grip for a secure fit
These luxurious, lightweight SOAR Run Tights boast laser-cut hems, welded seams and silicone grippers to ensure a secure, comfy fit for cold weather runs
Silva Free 1200 XS headlamp review: a customizable modular design and a pleasing natural glow
The Silva Free 1200 XS is part of a new modular headlamp range with clip-in, swappable lights and batteries
Sidas Trail Protect Socks review: sayonara to slippage
The cushioned, sweat-wicking Sidas Trail Protect Socks grip to your foot and your shoes with a unique silicone gripper band
Suunto Wing bone-conduction headphones review: keep the music running for longer
Suunto take a leap from GPS watches into audio tech with these Suunto Wing bone-conduction headphones, boasting LED side lights and motion-control
Strava vs Runkeeper: which running app has the competitive advantage?
We pit Strava vs Runkeeper to find out which of the apps will suit different types of runners
Oladance Wearable Stereo B1 headphones review: fiddly to use, but fit securely and sound good
The secure, splashproof, open-ear oladance Wearable Stereo B1 headphones boast good music quality while allowing you to hear what’s going on around you
Brooks Ghost Max road running shoes review: keeping you in high spirits
The super-cushioned Brooks Ghost Max is a neutral road running shoe designed to give a smooth ride and soft landing to protect your knees and ankles
Asics Trail Scout 2 running shoe review: great for all-year-round running
The versatile and durable Asics Trail Scout 2 road and trail running shoe boasts all the right features to keep you powering on the whole year round
New Balance DynaSoft Nitrel V5 review: light, grippy, bouncy and versatile
The New Balance DynaSoft Nitrel V5 is a light, flexible, bouncy road and trail running shoe that will carry you over any distance on any terrain
Moonlight Bright As Day 800 running headlamp: a seriously tough and dazzling little light
Very bright, robust and waterproof, the Moonlight Bright As Day 800 is a running head torch for extreme adventures in the dark
The best road to trail running shoes: footwear for all terrains
Grippy, comfortable and propulsive, the best road to trail running shoes help you transition from hard-packed to softer surfaces
Adidas Terrex Agravic Ultra trail running shoes review: built to keep on going and going and going…
A robust ultra running shoe, the Adidas Terrex Agravic Ultra boasts a good balance of grip, cushioning, bounce and protection
Allbirds Tree Flyer 2 running shoes review: super-eco-friendly shoes for shorter runs
The Allbirds Tree Flyer 2 is a second generation running shoe with a joyfully low carbon footprint, designed for 10ks but capable of so much more
Silva Carbon trail running poles review: clip in and go
High-quality, light and strong, Silva Carbon trail running poles have unique, hands-free glove attachments for extra ease
Adidas Terrex Soulstride Flow trail running shoes review: ultra performance at a less than ultra price
The reasonably priced Adidas Terrex Soulstride Flow is an all-round trail and ultra shoe with a wide-feeling fit that will suit many runners
5 tips for night running on trails: keep on the move as the nights draw in
Night running may become less appealing as the hours of darkness grow longer and colder but that doesn’t mean you have to retreat to the sofa
5 top pacing tips for trail running and ultras – from professionals and coaches
From holding back at the start to managing your fuel intake, these handy running tips can help you pace yourself on the trails
4 reasons for runners and hikers to get excited about the new Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Series 9
Apple's new Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches have just been released, and we have been busy running our adventure-focused eye over them
The best running headphones: tested on the roads and trails
The best running headphones will keep you on track with great sound quality, a comfortable fit, and sweatproof design
Silva Strive Light Black 10 running pack review: it’ll be all right for the night
The Silva Strive Light Black 10 is a lightweight, comfy, headlamp-compatible pack with reflective details that’s great for running in the dark
Split-toe sock technology: will it really revolutionize your run?
Can the new Sidas T-Free Run and T-Free Trail split-toe socks deliver the comfort and performance enhancement they promise? We put them through their paces
Sidas 3Feet Run Protect insoles review: extra support for easy runs
Sidas 3Feet Run Protects are great, grippy insoles, ideal for ultra runners to use between races on easier runs
