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Jeff KneseJeff Knese

Jeff is a freelance writer, runner, hiker, and all-around outdoor enthusiast. He has completed two half marathons and has recently been making annual trips to Colorado to summit new 14,000-foot peaks. Jeff is a big believer in consistency which keeps him running year-round even in the cold winters in the city of Chicago, Illinois.

Brooks Hyperion Elite 3

02/02/202609/20/2022 by Jeff Knese
Brooks Hyperion Elite 3 review

The new Brooks Hyperion Elite 3 is a versatile carbon-plated running shoe that trades performance for accessibility.

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Altra Escalante 3 Review

02/02/202608/28/2022 by Jeff Knese
Altra Escalante 3 review

The Altra Escalante 3 is a versatile and dependable zero drop shoe that offers a responsive and comfortable ride.

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Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next% 2

02/02/202608/10/2022 by Jeff Knese
Nike Alphafly Next 2 review

The Nike Alphafly Next% 2 is a fast super shoe that has been updated to add more comfort and stability.

Categories Road running shoes 4 Comments

Nike Pegasus Trail 4

02/06/202407/18/2022 by Jeff Knese
Nike Pegasus Trail 4

Nike upgraded an already impressive hybrid road-trail shoe with the release of its updated and lighter Nike Pegasus Trail 4.

Categories Trail running shoes 1 Comment

The 7 Best Treadmill Running Shoes of 2026

02/02/202607/09/2022 by Jeff Knese
best treadmill running shoes

Running on a treadmill is very similar to running outside and most shoes will do just fine. However, there are differences to consider like…

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Altra Vanish Carbon

02/02/202606/14/2022 by Jeff Knese
Altra Vanish Carbon

The Altra Vanish Carbon is a comfortable, light, zero-drop carbon plated shoe that performs during training or race day.

Categories Road running shoes 3 Comments

Badwater Ultramarathon: Is this the Hardest Running Race?

02/02/202605/19/2022 by Jeff Knese
Badwater ultramarathon

Badwater takes place in the Death Valley. Need we say more? It’s so tough that only a few runners can participate. Can you?

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Leadville Trail 100’s True Grit! The Definitive Race Guide

02/02/202605/01/2022 by Jeff Knese
Leadville trail 100

Leadville is a small town in Colorado and a big name in the world of trail running. It makes the greatest athletes shudder because…

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