Headlamp Review: Lighting Your Way
8 new running headlamps reviewed, with options for every preference: from forehead to waist to handheld.
Author
Adam Chase
Infamously known as the “Shoemelier,” Adam W. Chase has tested more than 1,000 running shoes over his year as gear and trail editor for multiple magazines, brand ambassador for multiple companies, and President of the American Trail Running Association.
Raised in Boulder, Colorado, Chase thrives on endurance sports in the mountains. He played soccer, rugby, wrestled and ran and did triathlons during college and continued with marathons and triathlons in law school before jumping into ultramarathons and snowshoe racing, which led to adventure racing.
Chase has won more than 20 ultramarathons, has been on many sponsored running, snow shoe and adventure racing teams and has been inducted into the Colorado Running Hall of Fame. He is the co-author of “The Ultimate Guide to Trial Running,” and four trail running guides (with Nancy Hobbs) and has served as a writer and/or editor for Running Times, Triathlete, Competitor, Men’s Journal, Trail Runner, UltraRunning , Elevation Outdoors and many other sports publications.
Chase lives in Boulder, where he practices law with the firm Hutchinson, Black and Cook, LLC. Most importantly, he is the proud father of two sons, Noah and David.
My Stories
To Run or Walk the Hills, That Is The Question
New research sheds light on the variables that determine when a trail or mountain runner should switch from running to walking uphill.
Shoe of the Week: Mizuno Wave Horizon 4
The Wave Horizon 4, Mizuno's plushest trainer, is well appointed for a long run…and creature comfort.
Trail Running Ethics in the Time of Coronavirus
Respect and care, for others and the environment, are called for when heading onto the trails, now more than ever.
Shoe of the Week: Asics Gel Nimbus Lite
A departure for Asics, the new Gel Nimbus Lite is less filling, tastes great.
Shoe of the Week: Salomon Sense Ride 3
Salomon’s new Sense Ride 3 is made for the trail yet smooth and resilient enough for the road.
6 Top Responsive Road Running Shoes
Light, speedy models that keep you connected to the road and pushing off quickly and powerfully.
5 Excellent Moderately-Cushioned Road Running Shoes
These new models balance strong cushioning with stability and responsiveness to enhance your comfort and ride.
5 New Bouncy Road Running Shoes
Energy return is the rage these days. These five new models create it in different ways with different results for each runner.
Shoe of the Week: Under Armour HOVR Machina
Under Armour's newest model realizes the full potential of their high-rebound HOVR foam for a comfortable, smooth and snappy ride—plus helps to improve your stride.
Vertically Challenged
An annual ascent goal produces strength, injury-proof fitness, and a satisfying challenge.
4 Gloves for Runners with Cold Hands
If you suffer from cold digits on the run, these gloves provide serious warmth and protection.