Nathaniel Bailey

Review Editor at OutdoorGearLab

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The 3 Best Saucony Running Shoes of 2025

4 weeks ago | outdoorgearlab.com | Nathaniel Bailey |Ally Arcuri |Matthew Richardson

By Nathaniel Bailey, Ally Arcuri, and Matthew Richardson ⋅ Mar 26, 2025 The Best Saucony Running ShoesIn the past year, we put over 120 pairs of running shoes through their paces on the roads and trails. You'll find our expert testers helping other runners when they're not logging miles themselves. The team includes professional exercise specialists, certified coaches, and biomechanics experts who use their knowledge to help you find the perfect shoe.
Best Asics Running Shoes of 2025

4 weeks ago | outdoorgearlab.com | Nathaniel Bailey |Ally Arcuri |Matthew Richardson

By Nathaniel Bailey, Ally Arcuri, and Matthew Richardson ⋅ Mar 26, 2025 The Best Asics Running ShoesOur team of certified coaches, biomechanics experts, and professional exercise specialists has logged thousands of miles a year to test the best and most exciting running shoes on the market. In the past year alone, we've run in well over 100 pairs, then cut each pair open in the lab to examine their insides. Asics has consistently made some of the highest-scoring shoes we've tested.
New Balance Fresh Foam X More v5 Review

2 months ago | outdoorgearlab.com | Nathaniel Bailey

Price: $155 List Manufacturer: New Balance By Nathaniel Bailey ⋅ Review Editor ⋅ Feb 1, 2025 64 OVERALL SCORE RANKED #17 of 34 Landing Comfort - 30% 9.2 Responsiveness - 20% 4.5 Stability - 15% 6.0 Upper Comfort - 15% 8.0 Weight - 15% 2.5 Traction - 5.0% 5.0 Length Sizing Runs Small Runs Large Width Sizing Runs Narrow Runs Wide Our Verdict The New Balance Fresh Foam X More v5 is our favorite max-cushioned trainer thanks to a combination of soft foam and a smooth rocker. It's optimized for...
Asics Novablast 5 Review

2 months ago | outdoorgearlab.com | Nathaniel Bailey

Price: $140 List Manufacturer: Asics By Nathaniel Bailey ⋅ Review Editor ⋅ Feb 1, 2025 74 OVERALL SCORE RANKED #2 of 34 Landing Comfort - 30% 8.7 Responsiveness - 20% 6.9 Stability - 15% 6.9 Upper Comfort - 15% 8.0 Weight - 15% 6.3 Traction - 5.0% 5.0 Length Sizing Runs Small Runs Large Width Sizing Runs Narrow Runs Wide Our Verdict The Asics Novablast 5 is our favorite daily trainer, pairing excellent cushioning with versatility. This version had big shoes to fill: in 2024, we said that the...
Under Armour Charged Assert 10 Review

2 months ago | outdoorgearlab.com | Nathaniel Bailey

Price: $75 List Manufacturer: Under Armour By Nathaniel Bailey ⋅ Review Editor ⋅ Feb 1, 2025 30 OVERALL SCORE RANKED #34 of 34 Landing Comfort - 30% 1.0 Responsiveness - 20% 5.0 Stability - 15% 2.0 Upper Comfort - 15% 4.0 Weight - 15% 3.6 Traction - 5.0% 5.0 Length Sizing Runs Small Runs Large Width Sizing Runs Narrow Runs Wide Our Verdict The Under Armour Charged Assert 10 is the worst running shoe we've ever tested. That's thanks to a midsole that feels more like a brick than foam, a...
How to Choose a Hydration Pack for Running

Dec 1, 2024 | outdoorgearlab.com | Jeff Colt |Brian Martin |Nathaniel Bailey

If you've found yourself here, you're likely looking for the best way to carry your water, gear, and food for long-distance running missions. There are many running hydration packs on the market, and it can be hard to know what to look for. We examined the best packs available, identifying important features and constructions within each design. Here, we explain the ins and outs of running packs and how you can find the one best suited for your needs. What is a Running Hydration Pack?
How to Choose a Hydration Pack for Running

Dec 1, 2024 | outdoorgearlab.com | Jeff Colt |Brian Martin |Nathaniel Bailey

If you've found yourself here, you're likely looking for the best way to carry your water, gear, and food for long-distance running missions. There are many running hydration packs on the market, and it can be hard to know what to look for. We examined the best packs available, identifying important features and constructions within each design. Here, we explain the ins and outs of running packs and how you can find the one best suited for your needs. What is a Running Hydration Pack?
Brooks Ghost 16 Review

Nov 3, 2024 | outdoorgearlab.com | Nathaniel Bailey

We get it. The Ghost line is extremely popular, so making radical changes is a huge risk for Brooks. But honestly, this shoe feels more like an option from the mid-2010s than 2024. Performance ComparisonThe Ghost 16 brings significantly improved cushioning with the DNA Loft v3 midsole foam and higher forefoot stack. It's comfortable underfoot, particularly when landing at the heel.
Saucony Triumph 22 Review

Nov 3, 2024 | outdoorgearlab.com | Nathaniel Bailey

Last year, we wondered what would happen if Saucony put their premium PWRRUN PB foam into the Triumph. This year, they answered that question. In some ways, it's a win — the underfoot feel is soft and bottomless. In others, it's a disappointment — the responsiveness and versatility we loved is gone. Performance Comparison Let's start with the win: PWRRUN PB in a max-cushioned shoe makes for serious comfort.
Saucony Kinvara 15 Review

Nov 3, 2024 | outdoorgearlab.com | Nathaniel Bailey

The Kinvara 15 is a bit of a throwback to not that long ago when stack heights were much lower, foams were firmer, and shoes were a bit less exciting. Sure, it can't keep up with today's best speed trainers or super shoes, but for the price, it's still a solid option. Performance ComparisonSaucony used PWRRUN foam in the Kinvara, which is a decent but completely unexciting foam. It's on the firmer side and provides a good ground feel.