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Barefoot running is hardly a new sport.  Think about it: humans have been running for millions of years.  The modern running shoe was not invented until the 1970s.  Today’s running shoes address a laundry list of physical traits, abnormalities, etc, not to mention, they just make it way more “comfortable” to run…which may make you wonder how humans ran comfortably and safely before the invention of modern running shoes.  In this, our second Barefoot Running Series post, we will address this question. [click to continue…]

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7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Running

by TonyDasilva January 9, 2013 Run
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This is a great article that can help you correct mistakes and your mentality before it’s too late. – Tony Many of my injuries can be attributed to impatience and a feeling of invincibility. I refused to reduce a training run by a few miles and I skipped the strength exercises. My carelessness showed with my constant battle with [...]

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Barefoot Running’s Physical Benefits

by Trailblazer July 7, 2012 Barefoot Running
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So, you’ve been hearing more and more about barefoot running…but what’s the big deal, and why are so many people jumping over to this strange new technique?  Turns out, many studies are siting a slew of physical benefits. According to Bill Hendrick of WebMD Health News, “Researchers reporting in the Jan. 28 issue of the [...]

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Nike’s “Make It Count” Video and New Shoes in Stock

by TonyDasilva April 16, 2012 Hike

Check out an awesome new Nike video that will definitely change your day followed by some of our newest additions to the Nike line up for this year. – Tony Nike Free Run+ 3 Running Shoe – Men’s Nike Free Run+ 3 Running Shoe – Women’s Nike Free 3.0 v4 Running Shoe – Women’s Nike [...]

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Review: The Saucony Kinvara 2

by TonyDasilva April 5, 2012 Barefoot Running
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Saucony has recently released the Kinvara 2, which our New Haven location has a fresh helping of. It’s the answer for those that want to either ease into minimalist running or just take one step towards it and stay put. I’m a runner, yes, but let me say I’m not out there daily. I’m a casual [...]

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Just Shipped: The North Face Men’s Footwear MEN’S SINGLE-TRACK HAYASA

by TonyDasilva March 12, 2012 Hike
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We just got notice The North Face Single-Track Hayasa has just been shipped and will be here within the next week. It’s one of our favorite running shoe additions this year; a fast, light trail shoe, great for racing and training in outdoors. The North Face Single-Track Hayasa also has a supportive, welded upper and simply constructed midsole. [...]

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Top 25 Reasons to Get Out There and Start Running

by TonyDasilva December 22, 2011 Run
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The winter months can be rough on our motivation to even leave the house at times.  It’s dark. It’s cold. But here are some reasons to get off of your butt and do some running anyway. Get Out There and Start Running 1. Running is the quickest way to cardiovascular fitness. You get fitter faster by [...]

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The North Face Double-Track Shoe

by TonyDasilva June 14, 2011 In Stores
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The North Face Double-Track shoe for women is a running shoe constructed on a sturdy x-dome chassis. It corrects your overpronation without you even noticing it. Features: Breathable sandwich mesh upper External molded heel counter High-rebound second density forefoot EVA TPU Snake Plate forefoot protection Tenacious Grip sticky rubber outsole Price: $108.95

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Review: New Balance Minimus Trail

by TonyDasilva June 7, 2011 Barefoot Running
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The Outside Blog just did a pretty good analysis and review of our new New Balance Minimus shoe. We have them online and in all of our Trailblazer store locations. Chack out the review and come in for a fitting. – Tony Take some fashion cues from a sticky-sole river shoe, sprinkle a dose of [...]

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Vibram Fivefingers Bikila Review: Pictures and Impressions

by TonyDasilva February 23, 2011 Barefoot Running
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I was introduced to RunBlogger this past week by Adam from Pursuit Brand Equity Group. Since, I’ve been reading up on some great knowledge, mixed in with opinionated banter: a perfect mix of the two. In my reading, I came across a well written review of  Vibram Fivefingers Bikila running shoe and thought I’d share it with you. [...]

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You Can Run the NYC Marathon

by TonyDasilva November 14, 2010 Camp
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Take some training and motivational tips from a pro and The Outside Blog! – Tony 1. GO FOR A RUN Just put your running shoes on and go. Not too far. Not too fast. Check out the scenery. Walk a little if you feel like it. Or walk a lot. You have one goal: enjoy [...]

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