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Running Gear

RUNNING SHOES

Stuck for a new pair of trainers? Consider the following when looking to kit yourself out for your next race.

Brooks T7

These race shoes are wonderfully light and yet very comfortable for relatively long distances. Although it has a minimal amount of sole density it still gives a great landing and take-off. They’re also worn by Chrissy Wellington (4 times World Ironman Winner) so that can’t be bad.

Brooks Ghost 4

This hard mileage shoe from Brooks offers great balance and cushioning and keeps the foot nicely controlled throughout the running gait. If you are in training for a long distance event this shoe will not let you down.

New Balance 1080

This workhorse keeps getting better and better. This is a really well structured shoe that helps control and support the foot through hundreds of running miles.

New Balance Minimus 10

These shoes are part of the new breed of barefoot/true running style shoes. They are very light and allow the foot to stretch and work more correctly. For general walking about and short runs they are incredibly comfortable. For your longer runs or if you pronate these shoes are not recommended. Of all the minimal shoes out there right now these are probably the best.

Newtons Sir and Lady Isaac

Not everyone is going to like these and if you suffer from tight calf muscles or Achilles it's not recommended that you start on these until you have greater mobility. However, these shoes are great at guiding you into a very efficient mid-foot running action and the Sir and Lady Isaacs have more stability than the rest of the Newton range, which we really like.

For more specific specialist advice feel free to contact Matt Roberts at www.mattroberts.co.uk where they specialise in preparing people for endurance events. Matt Roberts running clinic and personal training centres can prescribe you specific programmes to help you get the most from your training. If you cannot make it to one of their centers why not consider investing in their new book GET RUNNING which is full of programmes, tips and is a top level resource for those looking for a focused guide to getting great results.

Race Shirts

Every participant that takes part in the race will receive a soft, breathable and sustainable running shirt, combining the natural benefits of eco-friendly bamboo charcoal with the man-made resilience of recycled polyester. These race shirts are made entirely from recycled plastic bottles.

Enjoyed by many, these unique running shirts are environmentally friendly, comfortable and eye catching. They are also geared to runners due their high absorbency, quick dry, deodorising and thermal regulation.

In the photo below the winning designs can be seen from 2009-2011 (Left to right):