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Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III vs. Primus Lite Knit – Does the upper make all the difference?

Vivobarefoot Primus Lite Knit fit

I’m a big fan of the original Primus Lite III, but my only complaint was the stiff recycled upper used to provide a solid lockdown. The Primus Lite Knit seems to be a logical solution, but can it perform as…

  • Nick
  • 2023-11-26
  • Comparisons, Shoes

Vivobarefoot Primus Trail vs. Primus Trail Knit – Similar shoes with different uppers?

Vivobarefoot Primus trail knit FG Feel

The Vivobarefoot Primus Trail FG and the Primus Trail Knit share the same platform but differ in the upper. As you would have guessed, the Knit uses a sock-like material to place the foot onto the sole, whereas the standard…

  • Nick
  • 2023-11-26
  • Comparisons, Shoes

Xero Shoes Scrambler Low vs Mesa Trail II – Great trail shoes for different situations

Xero Shoes Scalmer

When I’m asked about minimalist trail shoes, the first brand that springs to mind is Xero Shoes. In my opinion, they make some of the best barefoot trail options on the market right now. And currently, the two shoes I…

  • Nick
  • 2023-11-03
  • 2 Comments
  • Comparisons, Shoes

Xero Shoes Mesa Trail II vs. Terraflex II – A single brand with two barefoot trail shoes!

Xero shoes Mesa Trail II feel

There are not many barefoot trail shoes on the market, and that’s because it’s a tough niche to get right.  Too minimal, and the sharp rocks will likely cut your run short.  Too maximal, and everyone will complain that there’s…

  • Nick
  • 2023-08-01
  • Comparisons, Shoes

Altra Escalante 4 vs Torin 7 – Do you need all that cushion?

Altra Outroad 2 Conclusion

The Altra Escalante 4 and the Altra Torin 7 are very different shoes. Yes, they’re both zero drop and have a fair amount of cushion, but the feeling during a run is drastically different.  On top of that, the fit…

  • Nick
  • 2023-07-25
  • 6 Comments
  • Comparisons, Shoes

Xero Shoes Prio vs HFS – The battle of the minimal road shoes

Xero Shoes Prio vs HFS

If you’ve been looking for a new minimal road shoe, you’ve likely come across Xero Shoes. The issue is, Xero Shoes have a whole bunch of different road options, so how do you choose? In this comparison, I will help…

  • Nick
  • 2023-07-06
  • Comparisons, Shoes

Altra Escalate 3 vs Rivera 3 – Plush vs. Flexible

Altra toebox

If you’re in the market for a zero-drop, wide toe box neutral road running shoe, you’ve likely considered both the Altra Rivera and the Altra Escalante.  Both of these shoes fit the bill perfectly, but choosing between the two depends…

  • Nick
  • 2023-06-02
  • 2 Comments
  • Comparisons, Shoes

Altra Lone Peak 8 vs. Altra Superior 6 2024

Altra Superior 6 feel

In this head-to-head comparison, we explore the distinct features of Altra's Lone Peak 8 and Superior 6 trail shoes. Find out which shoe best matches your trail running needs, from cushioning to fit, and make an informed decision on your next pair of trail champions.

  • Nick
  • 2023-05-19
  • 2 Comments
  • Comparisons, Shoes

Altra Lone Peak vs. Timp Review – Shoes for different people

Altra Timp Upper

Altra Lone Peak; a shoe that’s been in the rotation of many trail runners over the years. There are few others on the market like the Lone Peak, and it’s solidified itself as the wide, responsive, flexible option when comfort…

  • Nick
  • 2022-12-20
  • Comparisons, Shoes

Altra Lone Peak 8 vs. Superior 6 – Best option

Altra Superior 6 fit

Whereas the Lone Peak 8 and the Superior 6 may look similar on the outside, the ride, fit and performance are drastically different.

  • Nick
  • 2022-09-25
  • 3 Comments
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