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Category: Gear: Shoes & Tech

Strava levels explained
Gear: Shoes & Tech, Podcast

The Dangerous Level of Strava Runners No One Talks About

I can tell exactly how unhinged you are as a runner in about 10 seconds. Not your pace. Not your gear and def not how you’re breathing during easy or hard runs. I can tell from Your Strava profile. Specifically […]

Gear: Shoes & Tech, Podcast, Tools & Tactics (Advanced)

Stop Buying Running Shoes Until You See This

If you’re a passionate runner looking to improve your performance, understanding the importance of feet and shoes is essential. From providing comfort and speed to establishing a solid foundation for your running journey, your feet and the right pair of […]

Running shoe buying order
Gear: Shoes & Tech, Podcast

Best Running Shoes 2026 (Not What You Think)

Most runners buy their shoes in the wrong order. They walk into a running store, see the flashy £250 carbon plate shoe on the wall, and buy it for their daily 5k 3 mile easy park loop. Then they wonder […]

max cushion running shoes
Gear: Shoes & Tech, Injuries (Stop & Fix Them), Podcast

Your Super Shoes Are Lying to You (Here’s How)

Your Super Shoes Are Lying to You (Here’s How) You spent $200 on the latest max-cushion running shoe because the store told you more padding equals less injury. Six months later, your feet hurt. Your calves are tight. You’re slower […]

DLake Deliberates, Gear: Shoes & Tech, Podcast, Start Here

You’re Wasting Money on the Wrong Running Gear

In this episode, I’m going to show you why fancy gear matters—but at the same time, why it’s usually overrated. What You’ll Learn Stick around, because by the end of this video, you’ll know exactly which gear is worth your […]

Gear: Shoes & Tech, Hypothetical Theoretical, Tools & Tactics (Advanced)

The Hidden Miles That Ruin Your Run Shoes (Walking)

I was standing in the kitchen, waiting for the microwave to finish my lunch, when it hit me. “I wear my running shoes all the time—but I only log the runs. What about everything else — Errands, gym time, and […]

DLake Deliberates, Gear: Shoes & Tech, Podcast

The Enshittification of Running Tech (and What We Can Do)

If Elon Musk can build Neuralink—a device that might let us upload our memories—why can’t Garmin figure out I’m just doing an easy run? Seriously. In this episode, I’m breaking down two big ideas that could revolutionize running AI and […]

DLake Deliberates, Gear: Shoes & Tech, Podcast

Why Virtual & Smartwatch Coaches Suck (and here’s the fix)

This is part 1 of 2 – if you want to learn what to do with your ai/smart watch/virtual coach mess – go to part 2. Strava is Pace-IST and doesn’t care about short-distance people. And to be fair, neither […]

Gear: Shoes & Tech, Tools & Tactics (Advanced)

Stop Letting Your Running Go Unnoticed: How Photo Journaling Prevents Plateau

Ever wonder how some runners just keep getting faster while the rest of us are left Googling “how to lace running shoes properly”? Turns out, it’s not all about fancy gadgets or the perfect playlist. If you’re into that 1% […]

Gear: Shoes & Tech, Podcast, Trees and DLake

The Hidden Flaws in Your Running Metrics (and What to Do Instead)

TLDR: Gadgets give you data, but training success comes from goals, effort, and understanding your body. Metrics: Helpful, but Not Absolute Heart rate zones, VO2 max scores, cadence—it’s all great information, but it’s just that: information. Your smartwatch can’t tell […]

Gear: Shoes & Tech, One Percent Better Tips, Podcast

How This Overlooked Minimal Run Shoe Does Everything

Ever wonder what makes the best running gear? Spoiler: It’s the secret to making every run feel easier. In this newsletter, I’m going to tell you all about my fav run shoe, gear, and tech that I’m using. I’ll touch […]

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