David Cooley
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{section_summary} {section_positive} {section_negative} Cross country shoes review The Cross country shoes is a very versatile training shoe that can patch nearly anything that’s thrown its way. It’s a rea[…]
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{section_summary} {section_positive} {section_negative} ASICS Gel Excite 7 review The ASICS Gel Excite 7 is a highly-cushioned neutral running shoe that is ideal for longer-distance (4+ mile) runs. This[…]
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{section_summary} {section_positive} {section_negative} ASICS Gel Venture 6 review The ASICS Gel Venture 6 is a versatile and supportive training shoe that can hit a variety of workouts. It’s a reasonably[…]
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{section_summary} ASICS Gel Venture 6 review I have been very, very impressed with the ASICS Gel Venture 6. As a long-time ASICS wearer (over 20 years now), I can say that this is probably the single be[…]
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{section_summary} ASICS Gel Excite 7 review The New Balance Fuelcell Echo is a lightweight, neutral running shoe that is affordable. I most appreciated the springy cushioning and the sock-like[…]
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{section_summary} {section_positive} {section_negative} Nike Metcon 5 review The Nike Metcon 5 is a versatile training shoe that can be used for moderate to high-intensity workouts. The shoe supports[…]
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{section_summary} {section_positive} {section_negative} ASICS Gel Excite 6 review I’m a fitness enthusiast and active parent in my mid-40s. I am a runner (both road and trail) as well as a hiker, w[…]
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{section_summary} {section_positive} {section_negative} Topo Athletic Phantom review I wanted a trainer with a similar level of support and structure to the above, just with a more updated look and greater[…]
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{section_summary} New Balance 517 review I was very impressed with the New Balance 517! As a long-time ASICS wearer (over 20 years now!), I can say that this is probably the single best budget r[…]
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{section_summary} {section_positive} {section_negative} Merrell Nova review The Merrell Nova appeared to have the right balance of lightweight performance, grip and cushioning. It gets the job done we[…]
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{section_summary} KEEN Clearwater CNX review I am fortunate to live in a part of the United States where the coast is right nearby, and beach-access trails abound. Since I spend a lot of time by the w[…]
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