Running togs for spring and summer to help you keep a spring in your step.

In the second half of our Spring 2008 running shoe reviews, we look at a primo collection of trail and road models produced by a mix of newcomers, classic running shoe companies, and contributions from the knowledgeable world of hiking and mountaineering.

Our monthly picks of cool gear for sporty types.

De Soto Tri Capri

This new mid-calf tri capri is one of a kind and perfect for the ladies who just would rather not worry about shorts riding up or bulging out. With a flattering wide waistband and lower rise, the De Soto tri capris are a great spring piece for morning rides when the sun hasn’t warmed up the day yet—a great alternative to knee warmers. And who doesn’t love capris you can swim in? $62. www.desotosport.

 

Is bigger better?

For over twenty-five years, the Accord has won the hearts of American buyers by being a beacon of simplicity in a gimmick-laden world. Its large windshield and low cowl contribute to excellent forward visibility, its interior is logical and ergonomic, its four-cylinder engine fuel efficient, and all grades have a high level of standard safety. 

Springtime means warm rains, green grass and a fresh generation of new running shoes and updated favorites from which we can choose. This is part one of a two-part review, focusing on the classic running shoe companies and some of their latest stuff. Next month, we’ll look at some of the newer companies breaking into the running shoe market.

It’s a situation common in today’s busy world—we have plenty of access and means to enjoy recreational activities like snowboarding, but just not enough time to hit the slopes. Short of dropping a few hundred thousand on a slopeside condo, it can be tough to find the time to head for the hills.

Ready to hit the slopes? Don't leave home without some of the following slope wear and accessories.

I’ll never forget when Lance Peters, chucking convention out the window, showed up for high school track practice one day wearing bright silver-colored running tights. The silence as he walked onto the track was deafening. In this Midwestern, early-1980s era, our lower-body clothing options were limited to two: shorts or baggy gray sweat pants.

I have been involved in several backpacking trips all over the world and the one constant is the importance of adequate gear for the environment — regardless if we are leading a group through the Wind River Range in Wyoming or hiking the Overland Track in Tasmania,

TYR Sport Inc., the long-time leader in competitive swimwear crosses the line into couture active wear with its new Crossback and Crossback Workout Bikini, the very first athletic training suit featuring the stylish new self-adjusting cross strap pattern.