Louise Shirley
I’m passionate runner, ecologist and dog lover from Bend, Oregon. I combine these interests by trail running with my rescue dogs most days. I live for running in the mountains, but I also hit the road or the treadmill sometimes. I enjoy understanding what makes a good shoe for different conditions and runners.
Lab tests and in-depth reviews
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Salomon Vaya Mid GTX review I was in the market for a new summer hiking boot. Something that would offer some ankle support but alarm be nice and nimble. I am a former field biologist; it used to be m[…]
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87
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May 19, 2020 review Ricochet 2 is a great shoe, and I highly recommend it. It feels light, fast and comfortable, and gives the impression of being lower drop than its 8mm. How the Ricochet got me[…]
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Superb!
Brooks Ricochet 2 review I hadn’t heard of Xero Shoes before but was eager to try the brand’s offering in the minimalist running shoe category. So far, I’ve hiked over thirty miles, ru[…]
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