Diadora Gara Carbon 2 Review: A Super Shoe Worth the Hype?
Back in the day, if you were rocking a pair of Diadoras on the playground, you were basically the Zack Morris of the blacktop — all style, all swagger. Fast forward to now, and...
Category: Men’s Road Running Shoes
Men’s Road Running Shoe Reviews
Gentlemen, hit the ground running with confidence! The right men’s road running shoe can make all the difference in your training and races. At Active Gear Review, we help you find the perfect pair for peak performance on asphalt and concrete. Our in-depth reviews analyze features crucial for men’s road running shoes. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a beginner hitting the pavement for the first time, we offer unbiased recommendations to help you find the ideal men’s road running shoe. Let Active Gear Review be your guide to conquering every mile in comfort and style!
Hoka Cielo X1 2.0 Review
Wow. Technology!! That is my absolute first thought as I take the Hoka Cielo X1 2.0 out of the box. Subsequently, this will be my first foray into the world of super shoes. It’s...
Saucony Triumph 22 GTX Review
The Saucony Triumph 22 GTX has some real oomph for a supportive, cushioned, and comfortable running shoe. I am an occasional Saucony shoe wearer, but I would not say they have been part of...
Hoka Rocket X 2 Review
The Hoka Rocket X 2 is a high-performance racing shoe that truly earns its spot among the best. After testing these shoes on the road and during various runs, I was thoroughly impressed with...
INOV8 RoadFly Shoes Review
When I got my hands on the INOV8 RoadFly, I was excited to see how a brand known for trail shoes would adapt their tech for road running. The RoadFly felt like a promising...
Hoka Mach X 2 Review: A Propulsive Speed-Training Partner
As someone who loves running, I’m always on the lookout for shoes that can handle both my training miles and speedwork. The Hoka Mach X 2 grabbed my attention, especially with its race-ready design...
Brooks Ghost 16 Running Shoe Review
It’s been about 5 or 6 years since my last Brooks Ghosts. Those were version 12, and I crushed the total mileage on those surpassing some 650 miles. That’s not necessarily recommended (300-500 is...
Hoka Carbon X3 Review: A Lightweight Long Distance Racer
The HOKA Carbon X3 is a super cushiony long distance runner as well as a racer. I am coming off a rather heavy two to three months of trail running, and I am ready...
Brooks Levitate GTS 5 Running Shoe Review
The Levitate was first introduced in 2017, and like all brands and models, Brooks is continuously looking to make improvements. That usually involves slight modifications each year that they come out with the next...
Brooks Trace Running Shoe Review
Brooks and I go way back. Admittedly, I have really played the field. To put it nicely, I am a Brooks Philanderer. Having gone from the freeflowing and minimal Pureflow and Puregrit to getting...
Brooks Ghost 12 Running Shoe Review
I’ve run in Brooks’ PureGrit, PureFlow, Cascadia, Ricochet, Launch, and probably others I can’t remember right now. I even had some Ghosts a good 10 years ago, and I am fairly certain that those...
HOKA Carbon X Review
I’ve been looking for a new racing shoe for the half marathon distance to replace my HOKA Tracer 2s. The media and hype surrounding HOKA’s Project Carbon X earlier this year had me very...
Brooks Ricochet Running Shoe Review
I want to be up front that I have been a fan of the Brooks line of running shoes. I have tested several, and run many good pairs into the ground. Most of the...
Brooks PureFlow 7 Running Shoe Review
Brooks PureFlow 7: Get ‘em while they’re hot. Brooks just released the 7th version of the PureFlows in February. The name PureFlow sums it up nicely as they provide a smooth ride with adequate support...
Hoka Hupana Running Shoe Review
My first run in with Hoka was about three years ago when they released their maximalist trail running shoe, The Mafate. Being a technical trail runner I was intrigued by the idea but skeptical...
Saucony Kinvara 7 Review
Are you in the market for a smooth riding, light weight road shoe to help you glide over the pavement? Need a replacement for the no longer in production Pearl Izumi running shoes? The Saucony Life on...
Under Armour Charged Bandit 2 Review
Under Armour has long been at the design board trying to design a quality running shoe. Running is often at the core of most sports and people need running shoes for training. Given that...
Brooks Glycerin 14 Running Shoe Review
For neutral runners who enjoy a cushioned ride, the Brooks Glycerin running shoe is no stranger. The shoe has evolved over the years with different types of cushioning systems, fabrics, and aesthetics. The Brooks...
Hoka Clifton 2 Running Shoe Review
Pros of the Hoka Clifton 2 Lightweight – a size 9 weighs in at just 7.7oz! Road focused outsole with sure grip lugs Very plush ride which maintains sure-footedness 5mm toe/heel offset[/tab][tab] The amount...
New Balance Fresh Foam 1080 V6 Running Shoe Review
The New Balance Fresh Foam 1080 V6 is a well cushioned running shoe designed for both casual runners as well as long distance runners logging lots of miles. The changes in the New Balance...
