Gear Reviews

Hylo Athletics Impact is a Good Training Shoe with Great (Green) Intentions

Brian Metzler May 23, 2025

The Hylo Athletics Impact utilizes a variety of sustainable or green materials, including castor bean derivatives, bio-based foams, recycled polyester, and water-based glue.

Shoe Review: The Hoka Mafate X is a Cushy and Versatile Trail Cruiser

Brian Metzler May 22, 2025

To understand what the Hoka Mafate X is all about, you have to go back to Hoka’s origin story.

Shoe Review: Nike Streakfly 2 ($180) – The Best 5K Race Shoe of 2025?

Sean Hickey May 16, 2025

Among Nike’s supershoes, the Vaporfly and Alphafly often steal the spotlight for marathon glory. But for runners focusing on shorter, faster efforts, don’t sleep on the Nike Streakfly 2.

Salomon’s Aero Glide 3 GRVL Could be the Trail Shoe You Actually Need

Brian Metzler May 9, 2025

The do-everything Salomon Aero Glide 3 GRVL is an ideal trail shoe for road runners.

Shoe Review: The Revamped Brooks Ghost 17 is a Reliable Everyday Trainer

Brian Metzler May 2, 2025

Enhanced with more cushioning, the versatile Brooks Ghost 17 is a reliable everyday trainer.

Budget Running Gear: How to Find Your Next Pair of Shoes for $125 or Less

Brian Metzler May 1, 2025

Let’s face it, running shoes aren’t cheap, and yet budget running gear can come with a few risks. But, as a consistent runner, new shoes are the one thing you…

Can a Performance Pillow Improve Your Running?

Brian Metzler April 29, 2025

Over the past 10 years, there have been revolutionary improvements in running shoes that have enhanced our ability to train better and run faster. There’s also been breakthroughs in running…

Shoe Review: Hoka Clifton 10 — A Comfy, Smooth-Rolling Everyday Trainer

Brian Metzler April 25, 2025

Before we get into the pros and cons of the Hoka Clifton 10, let’s review a quick history lesson. When Hoka burst on the scene 15 years ago with the…

The Fastest Shoes at the 2025 Boston Marathon — and the Puma Shoe that Stole the Show!

Brian Metzler April 23, 2025

The 2025 Boston Marathon proved to be one of the most exceptional races in the 129-year history of the event. It was marked by near-perfect weather conditions, compelling elite competition,…

Shoe Review: Saucony Ride 18 ($140) – A Do-Everything Masterwork

Brian Metzler April 18, 2025

For years, the buzz in running shoes has been about carbon-plated marathon super shoes and maximally stacked super trainers – both of which carry lofty price tags. But what happened…

Headphone Review: H2O AUDIO – RIPT LITE

Rebecca Trachsel April 15, 2025

Back to you today with another headphone review; our eighth in the series. Full disclosure, H2O Audio reached out to me via email and asked if I would consider testing…

Shoe Review: 8 Super Shoes for Racing Marathons in 2025

Brian Metzler April 11, 2025

There’s no question that carbon-plated super shoes have changed the game in the marathon. They first popped on the scene under the cloak of secrecy in 2016, but since 2020…

The New Nike Vomero 18 is a cushy, comfortable cruiser for easy running days

Brian Metzler April 4, 2025

The Nike Vomero 18 embellishes excessive cushioning, extreme comfort, sufficient stability, and long-wearing durability. If you’ve been a connoisseur of running shoes in recent years, you know that most training…

Shoe Review: Diadora Atomo Star ($240)

Brian Metzler March 28, 2025

Just when you thought you had every notable running shoe manufacturer on your radar, we bring you an Italian brand with a long heritage in athletic footwear that should be…

Shoe Review: Tracksmith Eliot Racer ($280)

Brian Metzler March 21, 2025

When Tracksmith burst onto the scene in 2014, it was a newfangled running apparel brand with an intent to push a disruptive, high-quality aesthetic vibe as much as it was…

The Norda 005 is a Versatile, Craft-Built Superstar of a Trail Shoe

Brian Metzler March 14, 2025

The Norda 005 is great because it does everything exceptionally well on a wide variety of terrain surfaces.

Shoe Review: The ASICS Gel-Cumulus 27 ($140) Excels at Being Much More Than an Above-Average Daily Trainer

Brian Metzler March 7, 2025

Let’s face it, running shoes aren’t cheap nowadays, and related to that theme, most are outrageously cushioned with new super foams. While we all love the energetic cushioning of modern…

Headphone Review: Ozlo Sleepbuds

Rebecca Trachsel March 5, 2025

The Ozlo Sleepbuds can save your sleep As far as our health goes, sleep and getting enough of it is at the top of the list. We really can’t perform…

On’s Cloudsurfer 2 is A Curious Blend of Easy Running and Casual Style

Brian Metzler February 28, 2025

The new On Cloudsurfer 2 everyday training shoe sits at the crossroads where running fitness meets casual fashion.

Speedland Entering New Terrain with its RX:FPY Super Shoe

Brian Metzler February 26, 2025

By Brian Metzler What happens when an innovative trail running shoe brand decides to make a road running shoe? We’ll find out soon, but Speedland’s RX:FPY will certainly be bringing…

Can Wearing Maximally Cushioned Shoes Negate Your Race Results?

Brian Metzler February 21, 2025

By Brian Metzler There have been several extraordinary race results in February, including new world records in the men’s mile (3:45.14, Jakob Ingebrigtsen), 3,000 meters (7:22.91, Grant Fisher), 5,000 meters…

Shoe Review: Saucony Peregrine 15 ($140) – A Trail Running Shoe for (Almost) Everybody

Brian Metzler February 14, 2025

Amid the current boom of running participation, more and more runners are discovering trail running. For me, the trails are my main jam, but it’s an exciting transition for those…

Shoe Review: 4 New Maximally Cushioned Running Shoes to Kick-Start Your Training

Brian Metzler February 7, 2025

By Brian Metzler It’s early February, which means dozens of new shoes have recently debuted at running stores across the country. Which model is best for you? That depends on…

Shoe Review: New Running Shoes to Be Excited About in 2025

Brian Metzler January 3, 2025

By Brian Metzler It’s January and the year is ripe with possibilities, especially if you’re a runner. Never before have training methodology, fueling science, and running shoe innovation been at…

The Best Running Shoes of 2024

Brian Metzler December 20, 2024

Picking the best running shoes of the year can be a thankless task. On the plus side, many runners will find confirmation that they’ve been running in some great shoes…

Shoe Review: The Adidas Supernova Rise 2 ($140) offers cool comfort for everyday training

Brian Metzler December 11, 2024

By Brian Metzler When you’re looking for your next pair of running shoes, comfort should probably be the most important criteria. Every runner reading this is probably nodding their head,…

Six Minute Mile’s Black Friday Picks 2024

Six Minute Mile Staff December 11, 2024

November 27, 2024 *Six Minute Mile is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising…

A Sneak Peek at 2025 Shoes from The Running Event Trade Show

Six Minute Mile Staff November 22, 2024

By Six Minute Mile Staff We spent several days this week like kids in a candy store roaming through trade show booths at The Running Event in Austin, Texas. It’s…

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