HOKA Skyward X 2 Review: Super Shoe Technology Meets Everyday Comfort
In a running world obsessed with race-day super shoes and personal bests, it's easy to forget that most miles are not run at race pace.
Most runners spend the majority...
HOKA Speedgoat 7 Tested: Comfort, Grip and Confidence for Every Trail
For trail runners, few shoe names carry as much weight as the HOKA Speedgoat.
Named after ultrarunning legend Karl "Speedgoat" Meltzer, the series has built...
Gear Review: ON Cloudsurfer Max
The On Cloudsurfer Max is On’s newest foray into the max-cushioned daily trainer category. It replaces the On Cloudeclipse in their lineup and is...
Gear Review: HOKA Mafate 5
The Hoka Mafate 5 marks a bold evolution of HOKA's celebrated trail-running line. Built for long distances and technical terrain, it blends plush cushioning, durable materials, and modern improvements like Dual-Density Foams, Reinforced MetaRocker™ and Vibram Megagrip® outsole—making it HOKA’s most sophisticated trail shoe to date.
Design
1. Dual-Density Foams for...
30 Days with I.M.8 Health Supplement: A Review by an Active Individual
Maintaining optimal nutrition is crucial for individuals with an active lifestyle, especially when engaging in regular high-intensity workouts and endurance events. After experimenting with various supplements, I embarked on a 30-day journey with I.M.8 Daily Ultimate Essentials to assess its efficacy in supporting my fitness regimen
Why I Sought a...
Gear Review: Qiaodan Feiying Plaid 1.5
The Qiaodan Feiying Plaid 1.5 represents China's ambitious entry into the highly competitive carbon-plated racing shoe market. As an update to the original Plaid model, this iteration brings significant refinements while maintaining the aggressive pricing that has made Qiaodan a growing presence on the international running scene. After testing...
Gear Review: HOKA Cielo X1 2.0
The HOKA Cielo X1 2.0 represents HOKA's most aggressive entry into the competitive super shoe market. As the successor to the original Cielo X1, this updated model aims to challenge established rivals from Nike and Adidas in the carbon-plated racing category. After logging 30+ kilometres in these shoes across...
Gear Review: HOKA Bondi 9
The HOKA Bondi has long been the gold standard for maximum cushioning in the running shoe market, and the latest iteration – the Bondi 9 – continues this legacy while introducing meaningful improvements. Released earlier this year, this update to HOKA's flagship comfort model brings enhanced stability, refined cushioning,...
Gear Review: Skechers GOrun Pure 4
The Skechers GOrun Pure 4 is one of the affordable daily trainers within the Skechers performance-oriented GOrun series. These running shoes are designed with comfort, support, lightweight and durability in mind, catering to the needs of both casual and professional runners. They are also environmentally friendly as the cushioning...
Volunteering at Marina Run 2023
Having taken part in numerous races, I feel it would be good to have a different race experience by volunteering at one. Hence, I decided to register as a volunteer at this year's Marina Run. Marina Run is one of the few races where volunteers are publicly sort...
Hiking at Bukit Payung (30 April 2023)
On 30th April, Nee Soon East organized a hiking trip to Bukit Payung, which is located near Yong Peng town at Batu Pahat, Malaysia. It takes approximately 2 hrs to reach Bukit Payung from Johor Customs. Although stands at only 258 m, Bukit Payung offers excellent views of the...