Self-Reward for Finishing TNF100: My New Gear

One of the best things about finishing a grueling race was having a reason to treat yourself and getting away with a little splurging.  Since I’m in the market for a new pair of solemates and I can get away with going a little overboard I finally decided to give in and get myself a…

Air Max Burger Anyone?

Olle Hemmendorff together with 7 other creatives/designers/photographers/artists were commissioned by Nike to interpret 8 Nike Sportswear icons.  He chose Air Max 90, and according to him: “In the tradition of material innovation of AM 90, I constructed a running shoe using the most powerful, most durable and most delicious material known to man: hamburger.” I…

New Gears for New Year

It’s barely halfway into January but I decided to get some additional gears for running for the activities I planned for the year.  It’s one of the best times to buy as there are countless discount sales in various stores and malls—a lot of items aren’t really out of season—just to stimulate sales. Meet the…

Race Update: The North Face Thrill of the Trail

The first trail running event of the year is almost here, and since it’s not like most urban races here are some pointers about this race that may help first time trail runners like myself: Footwear: wear the right shoes for the right occasion.  Trail running shoes are different from your normal running shoes so…

Christmas Wish List

Christmas is just around the corner, the season of gift-giving and sharing; and of course receiving gifts especially unexpected ones are really pleasing.  Who wouldn’t want to receive gifts this season?  If you were to ask me what I want for Christmas here’s my wish list: Garmin Forerunner® 405 Number one in my wish list,…

Customizing Your Shoes: mi adidas

Are you a customize freak?  Do you always put your name on all your stuff to announce to the world you own it?  Or do you simply want a shoe made just for you?  Well adidas allows you to customize your shoes and label it though mi adidas: If you look closely at the shoes…

Welcome to my first running blog!

Welcome to my first running blog!  This is for those that just started running, like me, and those who want to try but are a bit clueless.  Keep checking this spot for running events, guides, and some other stuff about running, and more! For my first entry I am sharing with you excerpts from a…