First Look: 2025 Arc’teryx Norvan 4

Arc'teryx took input from their sponsored athletes and made notable changes to their long-distance trail running shoe. Here is a look at what has been updated on the

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Arc’teryx Shoes | Sylan, Sylan Pro, and Sylan GTX Review

Trail testing the Sylan Pro, the Arc'teryx shoes built for fast mountain running. The Arc'teryx Sylan Pro is part of the new for 2024 Sylan series, released from the

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Arc’teryx Shoes | Comprehensive 2024 Guide

Some of the new 2024 Arc'teryx shoes are the brand's first to be designed in-house. We cover the full range and take a couple out on the trail.Putting

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Arc’teryx Shoes | Norvan LD 3 GTX Review

Putting trail miles on the waterproof running shoe from Arc'teryx that is built for comfort, stability and performance over long distancesPutting the Norvan through its paces at 9,000

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Arc’teryx Konseal AR vs LT vs FL 2 vs FL 2 GTX

The Arc’teryx AR, LT, FL 2, and FL 2 GTX all offer great stability best paired with rocky terrain. Yet, it’s the Konseal AR (see image) that marries

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Arc’teryx Acrux TR GTX vs LT GTX vs AR

The Acrux TR GTX (see image) is better for multi-day hikes where the trail can go from dirt to rugged slopes. This is more akin to what most hikers

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Adidas NMD vs Ultraboost

If you're aiming for comfort and/or versatility, Ultraboost is your pick.NMD and Ultraboost are two of the best selling Adidas products.I'd say the first thing you should know about them is

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Altra Olympus vs Lone Peak

The Altra Lone Peak is an excellent choice for any novice trail runner or hiker. Note: In this post we'll compare the Altra Olympus to the Altra Lone Peak.

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Altra Olympus 3.5 vs 4.0

#Note: Olympus 4.0's are going to be released on Summer 2020. There are going to be major improvements especially on the outsole.Olympus 4.0 updates deserve its own post

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Altra Timp vs Lone Peak

Altra Lone Peak 4.5's in their natural habitat.A short answer first:The most important difference is the extra cushioning the Timp 2.0 offers over the Lone Peak 4.5's.A summary

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