This Week in Runblogging: September 29 to October 5 2014

Last week I took a look at the Hoka Huaka. It was my second experience in a Hoka shoe (I reviewed the Hoka Clifton a few weeks ago), and this one was a better match for my stride. Compared to the Clifton, the Huaka provides a firmer, more responsive ride with a less rockered sole. In other respects the shoes share a lot of similarities, including a similar upper and fit (the Huaka may be a tad narrower). If you want to try a Hoka and don’t like super-soft soles, the Huaka might be a good spot to start.

Runblogger Posts From Last Week

Garmin Forerunner 620 – Some Fun With Running Dynamics Data
October 2, 2014 – Looking for interesting patterns in running dynamics data recorded by my Garmin 620.

NH Reach the Beach Relay Race Report by My Wife Erin
September 30, 2014 – My wife shares her experience at the 2014 Reach the Beach Relay

Hoka Huaka Running Shoe Review with Comparisons to the Hoka Clifton
September 29, 2014 – A firmer, more responsive Hoka!

Recommended Posts From Around the Web

1. Just when you thought articles debating barefoot vs. shod running had run their course, along comes another from The Body Sphere on ABC.net.au. “Just like in art, there are movements, or ‘-isms’, in running. There’s minimalism and there’s maximalism, and these terms refer to what you do, or don’t, put on your feet. Working out how to find your way through the ‘-isms’ and the claims and counter-claims that have been made for various types of running shoes, or running with no shoes at all, is confusing to say the least. So how much of a difference do shoes or the lack thereof make to your running?” I’m not sure the article answers the question, but it’s worth a read.

2. DC Rainmaker takes a first look at the Garmin 920XT. Huge battery life in low-profile, power-packed watch! Let’s hope it provides more consistent GPS track accuracy and better real time pace stability than my 620 does…

3. Dennis Kimetto just set a new marathon world record in Berlin. Here’s a great story from Runner’s World describing his transformation from farmer to elite runner.

4. Couple of shoe reviews: Running Shoes Guru provides an alternative take on the Hoka Huaka, and Runer4Lyfe takes a look at the Altra The One2.

5. A post on resisting the urge to run while recovering from an injury on Ann’s Running Commentary