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Lap of Windermere Race Review – 9th May 2026
Lap of Windermere Race Review – 9th May 2026
There are two types of people in this world: 1. People who think running 47ish miles around a lake sounds like a lovely Saturday.2. Everyone else with common sense Read more...
Marathon des Sables Peru 120 km – Race Report
Marathon des Sables Peru 120 km – Race Report
Written by Brett Lewis I’m not sure how to start this report, so many things that need to be covered, some may be interesting to some, others may not care at all. I will try and cover everything I feel is important to me, and the things I may help others that are thinking of taking on a multi-stage desert... Read more...
Ultimate Direction Race Vest 6L Review
Ultimate Direction Race Vest 6L Review
Our ambassador Brett Lewis took the NEW Ultimate Direction Race Vest for a test at the Tea and trails 50K recently. Here is his thoughts on such a great update. (Congratulations on the race too Brett) I recently found myself in a horrible potion where I needed a new smaller capacity race vest. My old one had seen better days,... Read more...
The Montane Summer Spine Race Review
The Montane Summer Spine Race Review
Our inspiring customer, Lee Heley, took on the jaw dropping 268 miles of the Summer Spine race. His recount of this race is a great read and we congratulate him in this awesome adventure.   Image 1: Lee, Matt and Andy on the Scottish border   The Summer Spine Race covers 264 miles of the Pennine Way, running from its... Read more...
Castle to Coast Triathlon Review
Castle to Coast Triathlon Review
On the weekend our very own Matthew took on the Castle to Coast Triathlon starting in Windsor heading to Brighton. Matt has taken part in quite a few triathlons and likes to focus on different disciplines. It was a rainy start but an excellent event. The race starts with the swim in Eaton Dorney (where the olympic rowing took place.... Read more...
Hoka Mafate X Review
Hoka Mafate X Review
Brett Lewis took the NEW Hoka Mafate X for a spin and below are his thoughts.     I was lucky enough to be hanging around at MyRaceKit when the Hoka Mafate X trainer arrived, obviously when the Cinderella moment occurred, and the show slipped onto my foot effortlessly, I had to purchase them. I’m usually a wide fit in... Read more...
Hoka Clifton 10 Review
Hoka Clifton 10 Review
The New Hoka Clifton 10 has a new refined heel, enhanced underfoot transition, improved forefoot fit, fine-tuned midsole geometry for an inherently stable ride, and a double-lace lock that makes getting in and out even easier. With all these new features our Ambassador Brett took to reviewing this shoe. I really don’t know where to start with this review, I’m... Read more...
Hoka Bondi 9 Review
Hoka Bondi 9 Review
Brett took the NEW Hoka Bondi 9 road shoes for a test run at the weekend and his thoughts are below. This shoe has had a great response in store and we are really enjoying running in them. How did we test the shoes? I’m not a huge fan of gear reviews as they are normally by “influencers” or people... Read more...
Orion 15 Race Report
Orion 15 Race Report
On the 22nd March Fiona Walker who works at myRaceKit, took on the popular cross country race held in Epping Forest. The 15 mile course is entirely on trail and throws in some lovely hills! This was the second time I have taken part in this race. It is a lovely route around Epping Forest that takes in several hills... Read more...
Altra Lone Peak 9+ Trail Shoe Review
Altra Lone Peak 9+ Trail Shoe Review
Our Ambassador Brett Lewis who is training for MDS Peru (along with a crazy amount of other races) has written his experience with the Altra Lone Peak 9+. Brett took the shoes to Snowdonia at the weekend and put the shoe through its paces.   What do Altra say about the Lone Peak 9+?   A legendary trail shoe, now... Read more...
Matt takes on the Yorkshire Three Peaks
Matt takes on the Yorkshire Three Peaks
Matt who works here at myRaceKit, decided to run the Yorkshire Three Peaks at the weekend with some mates. He took on this challenge ten years ago and decided to revisit it on a whim. Thanks to working in an awesome running store ;) Matt had his kit ready to go but wanted to share his adventure.     Starting... Read more...
Desert Kit List: Sleeping Kit
Desert Kit List: Sleeping Kit
** Join our myDesert Running Forum on Facebook to chat with new and experienced desert runners about kit, training and more ** Sleeping Bag The sleeping bag is possibly the single most expensive piece of equipment you will need for your race. It is good to spend some time choosing this wisely as a lot of weight and volume savings can... Read more...