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Best Altra Trail Running Shoes (Every Model Compared)
The full Altra trail lineup compared and ranked. Lone Peak, Superior, Timp, Olympus, King MT, Mont Blanc — find the right Altra trail shoe for your terrain and goals.
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Honest, in-depth reviews of barefoot and minimalist running shoes from a runner who actually uses them.
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Best Minimalist Running Shoes (Tested & Ranked)
The best minimalist running shoes tested and ranked. From true barefoot to lightly cushioned low-drop options — find the right level of minimalism for your feet.
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Flat Running Shoes Explained (Zero Drop, Low Drop & Barefoot)
What are flat running shoes? A plain-language guide to zero drop, low drop, and barefoot options — and how to find the right level of flatness for your feet.
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Low Drop vs Zero Drop Running Shoes (What's the Difference?)
Low drop vs zero drop — what's actually the difference and does it matter which you choose? A clear guide to heel-to-toe drop numbers and how they affect your running.
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Merrell Vapor Glove 7 – What to Expect from the Next Vapor Glove
Merrell hasn't announced the Vapor Glove 7 yet — but based on what we know about the VG6 and Merrell's release pattern, here's what to expect.
Bahé Rewild Review – Waterproof grounding hiking shoe in three stack heights
The Bahé Rewild takes everything great about the Revive and adds waterproofing. Available in Flex (10mm), Adapt (14mm), and Endurance (21mm), it’s the sam
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View all → Bahé Rewild Review – Waterproof grounding hiking shoe in three stack heights
The Bahé Rewild takes everything great about the Revive and adds waterproofing. Available in Flex (10mm), Adapt (14mm), and Endurance (21mm), it’s the sam
Bahé Revive Modes Review: Flex, Adapt & Endurance – The best grounding shoes on the market
Bahé’s new Revive Modes bring options for all levels of foot-shaped lovers. By keeping the upper identical and tuning only stack height, they’ve cre
Freet Connect 4 – A waterproof hiker, but might not fit the bill
The Freet Connect 4 is a water-resistant hiking shoe built for high-volume feet. With Freet’s signature wide, deep fit and 4mm lugs, it handles wet condit
Vivobarefoot Primus Flow Review – Oh my “lightweight”
The Vivobarefoot Primus Flow offers a lightweight, secure barefoot run with excellent heel lockdown and toe splay, but a narrower little toe fit and limited wet
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Best Altra Trail Running Shoes (Every Model Compared)
The full Altra trail lineup compared and ranked. Lone Peak, Superior, Timp, Olympus, King MT, Mont Blanc — find the right Altra trail shoe for your terrain and goals.
Roundups
Best Minimalist Running Shoes (Tested & Ranked)
The best minimalist running shoes tested and ranked. From true barefoot to lightly cushioned low-drop options — find the right level of minimalism for your feet.
Complete Guide to Zero-Drop Cushioned Running Shoes 2026: 28+ Tested
Comprehensive guide to zero-drop cushioned running shoes covering 28+ models, stack height analysis (21-33mm), durability data, Altra’s category dominance
Altra’s 2026 Lineup: Everything You Need to Know About Their Latest Road and Trail Releases
Altra’s 2026 lineup is here with game-changing updates: new Vibram road compound, lighter Olympus foam, and the debut of FastPace technology. Here’s
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Flat Running Shoes Explained (Zero Drop, Low Drop & Barefoot)
What are flat running shoes? A plain-language guide to zero drop, low drop, and barefoot options — and how to find the right level of flatness for your feet.
Advice
Low Drop vs Zero Drop Running Shoes (What's the Difference?)
Low drop vs zero drop — what's actually the difference and does it matter which you choose? A clear guide to heel-to-toe drop numbers and how they affect your running.
Advice
Merrell Vapor Glove 7 – What to Expect from the Next Vapor Glove
Merrell hasn't announced the Vapor Glove 7 yet — but based on what we know about the VG6 and Merrell's release pattern, here's what to expect.
Barefoot & Minimalist Shoe Durability: 74 Shoes Tested and Ranked
Which barefoot and zero-drop shoes actually last? Data from 74 shoes reveals surprising patterns about durability, stack height, and which brands deliver the be
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