By Paul Freary  HOKA’s popular ‘mild-support’ model, the Arahi, has recently been updated with the launch of the Arahi 8. Here, we look at the Arahi 7 and the new updated version and ask if it is worth upgrading.If you click, or buy from, links on this page, we may receive compensation.  Learn more Arahi […]

By Paul Freary  The Brooks Addiction GTS 15 and Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24 both represent good value for money running shoes, offering effective support for overpronators.The Adrenaline GTS 24 is perhaps the most popular shoe in this category from Brooks, thanks to its great value for money price point and versatility. It’s also a shoe […]

By Paul Freary  While both the Brooks Addiction GTS 15 and Glycerin GTS 22 cater to runners requiring support for overpronation, they sit at very different places within the brand’s range of models.Here I try both shoes to find out which is best and for whom.If you click, or buy from, links on this page, […]

By Paul Freary  Both the Brooks Addiction GTS 15 and Beast GTS 24 cater to runners requiring the highest level of support and control for overpronation. On the surface, both shoes appear very similar and are, in fact, perhaps two of the closest related models in Brooks’ line-up of running shoes.The Addiction GTS 15 is […]

By Kieran Alger  The Brooks Glycerin Max and the Brooks Ghost Max 3 are two big-stacked daily trainers designed to bring maximum comfort to your everyday runs. But they fulfil that brief in very different ways. The Glycerin Max relies on Brook’s new DNA Tuned foam to deliver the cushioned energy, the Ghost Max 3 […]

By Kieran Alger  Now in its 23rd generation, the Saucony Triumph is the brand’s longest-serving running shoe. It’s been through a lot of changes over the years but it remains Saucony’s range-topping model in terms of cushioning. The latest incarnation stays true to the Triumph remit – to deliver cushioned daily miles for those who […]

By Paul Freary  As two of the brand’s best-selling neutral, cushioned daily training shoes, the Ghost and Glycerin models have for a long time represented a large percentage of the brand’s sales. The Ghost has been the best value, work-horse model for neutral runners, while the Glycerin is the more premium and plush offering.Both have […]

By Paul Freary  Brooks has spoiled us in 2025. With the Glycerin Max, Ghost 17, and now the Ghost Max 3, in terms of options for daily training, Brooks has a wide range of options available that can suit any taste.The Ghost 17 has long been the brand’s go-to option for neutral runners wanting a […]

By Paul Freary  As both Brooks’ and ASICS’ premium stability training shoe models, the Glycerin and Kayano are now in their 2nd and 3rd decade of production, respectively, each with a loyal legion of fans.Both shoes offer their brand’s premium cushioning midsoles and support systems, aimed at those wanting a luxurious yet utilitarian shoe for […]

By Paul Freary  The ASICS Kayano has been around long enough to establish itself firmly as a fan favourite for runners wanting range-topping levels of cushioning and control. I recall early editions of the Kayano having an air of anticipation surrounding them each time a new version was launched. The Brooks Adrenaline has also become one […]