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Hoka Challenger ATR 7 GTX Review - ''They feel solid yet forgiving out of the box.''

Posted by Mark Richardson on Sep 10, 2025

I chose Hokas for my Chamonix to Zermatt trek because of their comfort, and I wasn’t disappointed, they feel solid yet forgiving out of the box. On reflection though these were the wrong choice for this trek, high altitude trekking is tough on shoes and the Hoka Challenger ATR 7 GTX weren’t up to the task. They immediately showed signs of wear and throughout the trek suffered from bei …
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Altra Timp 5 Review - “The Timp 5 is extremely versatile, ideal for changeable terrain whether you're running or walking”

Posted by Chris Futers on Nov 29, 2024

Over the course of this year, I committed myself to a number of ultra marathon challenges and wanted to gear myself up with the best tools for the job. First on this list and most importantly was footwear… Considering plenty of options I wanted something that provided stability of changing terrain that prioritise comfort over long distances over some more rigid or minimalist. The key features …
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