Kicksology Podcast Episode 6: Trail Running Shoes
In this podcast, two trail running shoe gurus, Philip Snyder and Lisa Jhung, discuss trail shoe trends, experiences, and how to find the best pair for you.
Author
Brian Metzler
Brian Metzler is a longtime running journalist and author who has founded and contributed to numerous media organizations. He is the author of Kicksology: The Hype, Science, Culture and Cool of Running Shoes (VeloPress, 2019) and co-author of several other books. He regularly runs on the track, roads and trails, has wear-tested more than 1,500 running shoes, completed four-time Ironman triathlons and numerous ultra-distance events, including the 2018 Leadman series.
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