It's my FAVORITE time of year where I get to reflect back on the last 12 months of gear reviews, testing phases & trends. Let's talk about my favorite GEAR OF THE YEAR! Also, comment with YOUR favorite pieces of gear from 2020 - I know there will be a ton that didn't make my list but still deserves a mention. If you want to support the channel and get more info about any of the gear I chat about today, check the affiliate links in the description or head to your local running store!
Trying out the Peg Trail 2 tomorrow for the first time. Loved the Peg Trail 36 and love my Peg 37. That React foam feels softer out of the box vs other React foam shoes. Excited!
From a CO runner, I so enjoy your videos, Ethan. Your voice and delivery are awesome and as with other runners, I find comfort in watching your content as a ‘cure all’ 😅🤘🏻 Cheers my friend
I watched a couple of your vids my senior year of high school back in 2015 during my last cross country season & when I went off to college I was too busy (binge drinking) & stopped running, completely forgot about this channel, & recently stumbled across one of your videos again after all these years & I’m taking up running again. Cheers
Finally gave into road running after much shoe testing: Torin 4 Still use cheap amazon liner shorts w/ pockets and UA's speed pocket shorts for just phone-carry only runs. Asics singlets for Summer. TSLA long sleeve base wintergear for Winter. UA's long bottom base heatgear for Winter. Trails: Timps 1.5 Harder trails/training: Lone Peak 3s/3.5s Carry: Flip belt plus zipper + Flip belt bottle / UD's Halo vest Filter: Befree - interchangeable with UD's original soft flasks. Fuel: giant bag of Roctane for less trash waste.
I 2nd the Saucony Endorphin Speed is such a fun shoe with a great price. Problem with a lot of the Carbon plated shoes. The price makes you not want to not waste them on normal training miles. The Endorphin speed is in my normal rotation and not reserved for races.
My favorite piece of aparel has been my Uyn Visyon longsleeve shirt. It's technically a base layer, but works really well in those conditions where short sleeves are a bit too cold but you run warm with true winter gear. It's merino wool, wicks well, dries fast and is just super comfortable. I've been running in it on long days where the mornings are cold and day-time temperatures stay below 10C and it's just been fantastic. Easily my go-to shirt of colder autumn, winter and spring days. It's an expensive shirt, but you can find it at reasonable discounts in Europe at least. They make great socks too. My backpack of choice has been the Nathan Vaporkrar 2.0, but only because I got it at a 30% discount sale. Bought it based on Ethan's review on this channel and it's been my go-to pack for literally everything. I haven't touched my Salomon ADV Skin 12 the entire year. I'm now combining it the with Compressport Free Belt Pro. Just great with plenty of storage for nearly all events. Fully agreed on the Petzl Iko. Fantastic piece of kit. I find the medium setting to be plenty good for night time trail running. My favourite trail running shoes have been the Saucony Peregrine 10's. Allround good shoes. Not as good all the Nike Terra Kiger 4's but they've been the only pair of shoes that have come close. The best budget item would be the BTR reflective gilet. Really inexpensive, comfy and super high vis.
One of my bright spots is you videos. I gained a love of running through this pandemic/year and that drive to find the right gear for the running I’m doing brought me to your videos. So, thanks.
Dang it Ethan! I thought I was done buying gear for the year 🤣 I wanted to offer my two cents because I ran way too many virtual races this year and had fun with new gear! My gear of the year winners: Apparel: Runner-up - Janji AFO Middle Shorts Winner - Janji Groundwork Leggings Road Shoes: Runner-up - Brooks Ravenna 10s Winner- Brooks Hyperion Tempos Storage: Winners because I’ve worn both of them to death - Janji Multipass Sling Bag and Nathan VaporHowe 12L 2.0 Insulated Hydration Vest (got this in 2018 and it’s gotten a lot of love) Gadget: Runner-up: Garmin Forerunner 45 Winner - Garmin Forerunner 245 Nutrition: Runner-up: Honey Stinger gels Winner: Untapped Waffles and Syrup Drop Bag Necessities: Runner-up: Didn’t have one 🤣 Winner: Body Glide Thank you for uploading this! Happy running!
Saucony Speeds and Nike Peg Trails are my favourite, budget item Salomon speed laces £7 upgrade in the Pegs makes the lockdown so much better and much easier to get off when covered in mud
FYI, the TNF jacket is not shakedry (unless you mean you can just shake it off to shed water, but there is a TM'd tech called shakedry now), which is a goretex technology, TNF developed their own technology (Futurelight, in the name) which is a laminate material they are using in their highest end jackets. Very similar in performace to Futurelight is Polartec NeoShell, another spectacular laminate material. Both are very good in the breathability category, while being waterproof.
agreed chris. thank you for the video. i am also checking this category jacket every year. Past 2 years, i thought you selected Arc NORVAN SL HOODY. That was expensive and also shake-dry. Because this single layer gore material, it will not last long. therefore, it is more investment. it will fit your comments this year. i just wonder if you select best gear this year is north-face future lights or arc one? if you think north is good, then i may try it.
My favourite gear item has not changed in six years: it's the Patagonia Houdini jacket. Feather-light and packs down small enough to go in a pocket, yet has excellent wind proofing and very water resistant (not waterproof). I use it regularly on trail runs in Spring and Autumn and also around town as a "just in case" shell (I live in the UK so always need to be prepared for rain!). If anyone is interested in one you probably need to size up, especially if layering at all underneath.
Skechers Gorun 7+ for my favorite road shoe for 2020. I can’t say there’s a 2020 favorite trail shoe, since I’m still rocking HOKA Evo Mafate 2 and Evo SG...and Torrent 1s. Also, Liquid IV hydration multiplier and their energy multiplier 😍
Thank you Kim and Ethan...you are such a great source of positivity and knowledge. Love to all runners, big and small, fast and slow, long distance or just down the block. Love!!
One of my favorite vlogs of the year. Best part, shout out to local businesses! My favorite gear this year: Endorphin Speed, Lululemon shorts, and the Nike Flex Stride 2-in-1 Running Shorts. Thanks for doing what you do..
The Patagonia Slope Runner Endurance vest and the Houdini jacket are the clear winners for me this year. As for shoes, the Hoka One One Clifton Edge take my number one spot.
I second Path Projects as a brand. A bit boutique to what I'm used to buying in terms of clothes (I tend to lean towards budget items and secondhand store stuff), but I have took a dive with a pair of their running shorts this year and heck are they good.
Great to see the Rincon 2 win best road shoe, I have the Rincon 1 and have done about 800km in them now. The exposed EVA has some wear but the uppers are still holding up well and that Rincon ride still a joy! Great content as always!
I still carry my Katadyn filter flask on all my mountain runs and use it frequently in the summer. This separate cap looks like a nice way to just lose some weight of an extra flask when I already carry them. My trail shoe of the year is recent to me: Salomon Sense Ride 3. It's just a long day in the mountains champ! I've really moved away from overly cushy Hokas for trail runs and fully embraced Salomons for the best fit, stability and responsiveness.
Whoa!!! They make watch holes? Excellent! Was just thinking about that on my run today how dumb it was I had to roll up a sleeve with a thumb hole. I may just need to get a T27 when they get them in stock.
Having run for over 30yrs and had so many running shoes, I cannot speak highly enough about the Nike Pegasus Trail 2 - it is simply an amazing shoe, I can't see past it, it does everything so well. I just hope Nike doesn't mess around with it as they may have just invented the best door to trail shoe ever with this one.
Best shoe I used this year was the Reebok Floatride Energy 2. I got them when you could still find them on the cheap (the words out so their a little more now).
Couldn’t agree more with the Olympus 4! Amazing shoe and quite durable ... I’d give my runner up to the New Balance hierro v5 ... most durable shoe I’ve ever seen!! Couple hundred rugged trail miles on them and almost no signs of wear at all ... another shout out to anything made by rabbit!! So comfy ... so so so comfy
The top gear of the year for me: Altra Timp 1.5 (got them just before the 2 came out), Waymark Mile 30L daypack, and the Mountain Hardware Kor Preshell wind shirt.
Thanks for the rincon 2 and the salomon adv recommendation! i finally completed my first half marathon last weekend using both of these (The shoes are really good for a big sized chap like me and the salomon became a mobile water station since it was a virtual run!) Thanks again and keep up the great work and giving people like me the motivation to run!
I’m three months late but for me the best shoe I wore last year was the Nike wildhorse 6 so good I bought it in 3 different colourways, your channel is amazing keep up the good work
My favorite time of the year! Seeing you with the gear of the year! I loved running in saucony endorphin speed, but the were too narrow in toebox. My favorite this year is still Rincon. I found my self loving to run in New Balance Beacon v3 also, great shoe. Remind me a little of Rincon. In trail category, got to be Hoka one one Torrent. Newly bought Altra Lone Peak 4.5 but not tryed to run in those yet. Have a great Christmas you guys!
Patagonia Cap air crew + cap air gaiter. The combo of separates is MUCH more versatile than the hoody, both are a constant for running (and much, much more) 50° or below
The Rincon 2 was easy to guess - I love my Rincons 2 (I am so looking forward to the Mach 4 based on all the reviews). But on the trail shoes will always be hard to agree with you. Great mention for the Salomon filter ! So simple compared to the more traditional complicated options. 🤙🏼
Great list as always! Love this yearly video. Super bummer about the sale ending on the Olympus. I really want a pair (hopefully racing in 2021). Clicked only a few hours after the video release. Oh well.
i know comment section is for other gear but i basically just buy what you recommend. i think i have the hoka evo speedgoatt, altra olympus 4, and solomon adv skin 5 set just cause of your videos. love them all. both shoes are bomb proof. definitely worth the investment! thank you for these great videos! I like that you include opinions and information for how " bigger runners" feel in the shoes. Seth James Demoor has great videos too but i definitely double check your reviews for how someone who doesn't weigh 140lbs feels in these shoes.
Bought the Pegasus Trail 2 after watching your review, and so glad it made it into your 2020 selection. Such dope shoes. I did a wet race with them a month ago and there was a bit of slip n slide but behaved in general.
I do love Spring Energy's Sage Canaberry gel ;), but I also love their Hill Aid which has great flavor and a caffeine kick to get me up to those mountain tops! Thanks for this gear review!
Ethan, please consider adding a sequel: “Beer of the Year.” Just competed in a 100-miler in Louisiana, the Loup Garou (“Cajun Werewolf”) endurance trail race. Many great local aprés-run brews. I’m smitten with Ghost in the Machine by Parish Brewing, Broussard, LA. Double India Pale Ale to melt away the miles. Thanks for a great year and for persevering for our running community!
Squirrels nut butter!!! I'm so excited to be a Canadian Ambassador in 2021. Tabs SNB! I sadly had episodes of bleeding "down there"....yes.... that bad. No more
Trail shoes - always be the Hoka Evo Speedgoat (nothing comes close) Shorts - nike flex stride 5 inch Wind jacket - Brooks canopy jacket( most flexible and comfortable thing you can get your hands on) Socks - Thorlos Oaqu thin cushion Storage - flipbelt Earbuds - samsung galaxy buds plus (lightweight and class leading 11 hours of battery life) unheard of Road running shoe - Endorphin Speed App - strava Vest - Salomon 12 adv skin Budget item - Ironman polarized sunglasses - $25 at target
@@TheGingerRunner they just restocked from back order on Hoka website and I just had to grab a few more pairs. Very hard to come by a lightweight trail shoe that can just do it all. As always thank you for all of the great content throughout the years! Wishing you nothing but continued success!!
I agree with the road shoe and trail shoe choice. The only exception is that I prefer the Rincon 1 more because the upper is a little thinner and more breathable. .....Nike Pegasus Trail????
Thanks for posting another gear review! I've enjoyed the Science is Sport gels more than the Spring Energy because they are isotonic and have many more flavors. I still find the Salomon Adv Skin 12 to be my go to for longer runs/races cause of the extra storage/zipper in back as well as extra zipper in front. The Salomon Quiver attached to the back and Black Diamond Carbon ZZ trekking poles all seem to fit together nicely (essentially like you no change with vest in 2020...this will be my gear for Hardrock, if race happens).
Enjoy learning all the stuff we bought during the year that undoubtedly must be subpar because the manufacturers always “improves” the item the next year. 😂🏃♂️🏃♂️
I think peg 37 is my only 2020 gear. I think I have about 500+ miles on two pairs of skechers max road 4s, and they made it through my first two ultras. Next year I'll catch up on this year's gear!
OH MY GOD A LONG SLEEVER WITH A WATCH SLOT! *Breathes* sorry, coffee is clearly soaking in here. Thanks for the tip off, will try to find a way to get one up the UK. And thanks for the channel, this year's been shit, your videos have helped distract from that.
Wow that Solomon filter is a redesign of the kadadyn one that fits the hydra pack thread size. Looks slimmer than the other. Does Salomon still uses hydrapak for their bladders 🤔
Thanks a lot for this great list! If I could add one item to the list it would be the Insta360 GO in the gadget category. It's a crazy lightweight and portable camera for those runners who don't like bringing their phone and I've been using it nonstop for sharing my runs to Instagram and TH-cam.
An interesting list as always. I had an earlier Altra Olympus and the upper separated from the sole really prematurely, so I never looked at Altras again. It looks like it’s time to give them another chance
Have you tried out more of Arcteryx's shoes? Last year I bought the LD2's, partly on your recommendation, and while I agreed with your later comments about loose heal fit, etc., I did find their overall fit to be good enough and the traction to be awesome for winter running on the wet and woody trails of Vancouver's North Shore. My biggest gripe however was that they kinda fell apart after less than 200ish kms. Now trying our their beefier VT2s, which although heavier, provide good fit (at least for me!) and amazing traction which just lets me plough through wet woodwork and rocks. In contrast, my Timp 2's seem better suited for summer running when traction is less an issue. PS, ditto on the Salomon XA filter!
@@bikeinmotion true, it’s heavy but the space, especially the room up front, ticks all the right boxes... but it’s a close call against the speed goat 4 in wide ... (personally)
It's my FAVORITE time of year where I get to reflect back on the last 12 months of gear reviews, testing phases & trends. Let's talk about my favorite GEAR OF THE YEAR! Also, comment with YOUR favorite pieces of gear from 2020 - I know there will be a ton that didn't make my list but still deserves a mention. If you want to support the channel and get more info about any of the gear I chat about today, check the affiliate links in the description or head to your local running store!
Awesome gear review this year!! 👍
Trying out the Peg Trail 2 tomorrow for the first time. Loved the Peg Trail 36 and love my Peg 37. That React foam feels softer out of the box vs other React foam shoes. Excited!
You should check out the anker power core fusion, it has USB c and is a charging brick and power bank :D small too
I'd be interested in a gear review of the best Covid masks for running done Ginger style.
From a CO runner, I so enjoy your videos, Ethan. Your voice and delivery are awesome and as with other runners, I find comfort in watching your content as a ‘cure all’ 😅🤘🏻 Cheers my friend
I almost talked myself into getting work done. Your posting time is impeccable.
work is overrated!!
same 😏
I would love for Kimberly to do a female version of this video. Absolutely love her videos!
I've been waiting for this all year! I declared it a new Holiday.
GotY Day!!
A solid part of my holiday traditions
Dude, I literally laughed out loud when you said, “Squirrels Nut Butter: Great for more than just nuts.” 😂
I watched a couple of your vids my senior year of high school back in 2015 during my last cross country season & when I went off to college I was too busy (binge drinking) & stopped running, completely forgot about this channel, & recently stumbled across one of your videos again after all these years & I’m taking up running again. Cheers
Finally gave into road running after much shoe testing: Torin 4
Still use cheap amazon liner shorts w/ pockets and UA's speed pocket shorts for just phone-carry only runs.
Asics singlets for Summer. TSLA long sleeve base wintergear for Winter. UA's long bottom base heatgear for Winter.
Trails: Timps 1.5
Harder trails/training: Lone Peak 3s/3.5s
Carry: Flip belt plus zipper + Flip belt bottle / UD's Halo vest
Filter: Befree - interchangeable with UD's original soft flasks.
Fuel: giant bag of Roctane for less trash waste.
I've been using the olympus 4 for 200 miles. I bought it off of your review and it is my favorite running shoe I have ever owned.
RIGHT!? I'm probably close to 360 in mine!
Just crossed 400km in mine! Favorite shoe I've worn hands down
I 2nd the Saucony Endorphin Speed is such a fun shoe with a great price. Problem with a lot of the Carbon plated shoes. The price makes you not want to not waste them on normal training miles. The Endorphin speed is in my normal rotation and not reserved for races.
Thank you so much for releasing this before the holidays...super helpful for gifts!
My favorite piece of aparel has been my Uyn Visyon longsleeve shirt. It's technically a base layer, but works really well in those conditions where short sleeves are a bit too cold but you run warm with true winter gear. It's merino wool, wicks well, dries fast and is just super comfortable. I've been running in it on long days where the mornings are cold and day-time temperatures stay below 10C and it's just been fantastic. Easily my go-to shirt of colder autumn, winter and spring days. It's an expensive shirt, but you can find it at reasonable discounts in Europe at least. They make great socks too.
My backpack of choice has been the Nathan Vaporkrar 2.0, but only because I got it at a 30% discount sale. Bought it based on Ethan's review on this channel and it's been my go-to pack for literally everything. I haven't touched my Salomon ADV Skin 12 the entire year. I'm now combining it the with Compressport Free Belt Pro. Just great with plenty of storage for nearly all events.
Fully agreed on the Petzl Iko. Fantastic piece of kit. I find the medium setting to be plenty good for night time trail running. My favourite trail running shoes have been the Saucony Peregrine 10's. Allround good shoes. Not as good all the Nike Terra Kiger 4's but they've been the only pair of shoes that have come close. The best budget item would be the BTR reflective gilet. Really inexpensive, comfy and super high vis.
One of my bright spots is you videos. I gained a love of running through this pandemic/year and that drive to find the right gear for the running I’m doing brought me to your videos. So, thanks.
Dang it Ethan! I thought I was done buying gear for the year 🤣 I wanted to offer my two cents because I ran way too many virtual races this year and had fun with new gear!
My gear of the year winners:
Apparel: Runner-up - Janji AFO Middle
Shorts
Winner - Janji Groundwork Leggings
Road Shoes: Runner-up - Brooks Ravenna 10s
Winner- Brooks Hyperion Tempos
Storage: Winners because I’ve worn both of them to death - Janji Multipass Sling Bag and Nathan VaporHowe 12L 2.0 Insulated Hydration Vest (got this in 2018 and it’s gotten a lot of love)
Gadget: Runner-up: Garmin Forerunner 45
Winner - Garmin Forerunner 245
Nutrition:
Runner-up: Honey Stinger gels
Winner: Untapped Waffles and Syrup
Drop Bag Necessities:
Runner-up: Didn’t have one 🤣
Winner: Body Glide
Thank you for uploading this! Happy running!
SOLID list of choices!!
Great to see PATH projects featured! I discovered their shorts last year and just got one of the Pyrenees hooded shirts you like, so good!
Saucony Speeds and Nike Peg Trails are my favourite, budget item Salomon speed laces £7 upgrade in the Pegs makes the lockdown so much better and much easier to get off when covered in mud
Ooooooh!!
FYI, the TNF jacket is not shakedry (unless you mean you can just shake it off to shed water, but there is a TM'd tech called shakedry now), which is a goretex technology, TNF developed their own technology (Futurelight, in the name) which is a laminate material they are using in their highest end jackets. Very similar in performace to Futurelight is Polartec NeoShell, another spectacular laminate material. Both are very good in the breathability category, while being waterproof.
agreed chris. thank you for the video. i am also checking this category jacket every year. Past 2 years, i thought you selected Arc NORVAN SL HOODY. That was expensive and also shake-dry. Because this single layer gore material, it will not last long. therefore, it is more investment. it will fit your comments this year. i just wonder if you select best gear this year is north-face future lights or arc one? if you think north is good, then i may try it.
My favourite gear item has not changed in six years: it's the Patagonia Houdini jacket. Feather-light and packs down small enough to go in a pocket, yet has excellent wind proofing and very water resistant (not waterproof). I use it regularly on trail runs in Spring and Autumn and also around town as a "just in case" shell (I live in the UK so always need to be prepared for rain!). If anyone is interested in one you probably need to size up, especially if layering at all underneath.
Skechers Gorun 7+ for my favorite road shoe for 2020.
I can’t say there’s a 2020 favorite trail shoe, since I’m still rocking HOKA Evo Mafate 2 and Evo SG...and Torrent 1s.
Also, Liquid IV hydration multiplier and their energy multiplier 😍
Thank you Kim and Ethan...you are such a great source of positivity and knowledge. Love to all runners, big and small, fast and slow, long distance or just down the block. Love!!
One of my favorite vlogs of the year. Best part, shout out to local businesses! My favorite gear this year: Endorphin Speed, Lululemon shorts, and the Nike Flex Stride 2-in-1 Running Shorts. Thanks for doing what you do..
Ooh, haven't tried those Nike shorts!
Hooray for the TerraUltra G 270! Been loving my pair!!!
The Patagonia Slope Runner Endurance vest and the Houdini jacket are the clear winners for me this year. As for shoes, the Hoka One One Clifton Edge take my number one spot.
Always a warm fuzzy feeling inside when your favourite tail shoe of the year is mine too 😍
Good man - enjoy the rest of the year and always enjoy your stuff
Why study for finals when I could geek out over gear with you?
The Olympus 4 is an amazing trail shoe, totally agree. just wish I'd gotten half a size up
I can not tell you how long I was waiting for this video! Amazing as always!
Thanks for your patience!
My Altra Olympus 4 is otw...love love love!
I second Path Projects as a brand. A bit boutique to what I'm used to buying in terms of clothes (I tend to lean towards budget items and secondhand store stuff), but I have took a dive with a pair of their running shorts this year and heck are they good.
Same. Just been LOVING their tops for casual & runs lately.
Great to see the Rincon 2 win best road shoe, I have the Rincon 1 and have done about 800km in them now. The exposed EVA has some wear but the uppers are still holding up well and that Rincon ride still a joy! Great content as always!
I still carry my Katadyn filter flask on all my mountain runs and use it frequently in the summer. This separate cap looks like a nice way to just lose some weight of an extra flask when I already carry them.
My trail shoe of the year is recent to me: Salomon Sense Ride 3. It's just a long day in the mountains champ! I've really moved away from overly cushy Hokas for trail runs and fully embraced Salomons for the best fit, stability and responsiveness.
...time to write that letter to Santa!
I always love this annual show. Then I watch it and I own all the runners up 🤣
Whoa!!! They make watch holes? Excellent! Was just thinking about that on my run today how dumb it was I had to roll up a sleeve with a thumb hole. I may just need to get a T27 when they get them in stock.
Halo headband still going strong for me!!!!
Having run for over 30yrs and had so many running shoes, I cannot speak highly enough about the Nike Pegasus Trail 2 - it is simply an amazing shoe, I can't see past it, it does everything so well. I just hope Nike doesn't mess around with it as they may have just invented the best door to trail shoe ever with this one.
Best shoe I used this year was the Reebok Floatride Energy 2. I got them when you could still find them on the cheap (the words out so their a little more now).
Couldn’t agree more with the Olympus 4! Amazing shoe and quite durable ... I’d give my runner up to the New Balance hierro v5 ... most durable shoe I’ve ever seen!! Couple hundred rugged trail miles on them and almost no signs of wear at all ... another shout out to anything made by rabbit!! So comfy ... so so so comfy
omg i've had similar lulu lemon shorts for a few years and i always thought it had no pockets until this video.....
The top gear of the year for me: Altra Timp 1.5 (got them just before the 2 came out), Waymark Mile 30L daypack, and the Mountain Hardware Kor Preshell wind shirt.
My gear of the year was your channel along with Billy Yangs having just come across you both. Both inspiring and encouraging. Thank you
Thanks for the rincon 2 and the salomon adv recommendation! i finally completed my first half marathon last weekend using both of these (The shoes are really good for a big sized chap like me and the salomon became a mobile water station since it was a virtual run!) Thanks again and keep up the great work and giving people like me the motivation to run!
I’m three months late but for me the best shoe I wore last year was the Nike wildhorse 6 so good I bought it in 3 different colourways, your channel is amazing keep up the good work
Love the Solomon drink bottle suggestion
My favorite time of the year! Seeing you with the gear of the year!
I loved running in saucony endorphin speed, but the were too narrow in toebox. My favorite this year is still Rincon. I found my self loving to run in New Balance Beacon v3 also, great shoe. Remind me a little of Rincon.
In trail category, got to be Hoka one one Torrent. Newly bought Altra Lone Peak 4.5 but not tryed to run in those yet.
Have a great Christmas you guys!
One of your reviews led me to my favorite gear item this year - Salomon’s Sense Ride 3 trail shoes. Thanks! 💥
I really liked the 3 - I do miss the 1 & 2, though. Stoked yours are working out for you!
I’ve been waiting for this all year ! Thanks for all the hard work 👍
Thanks for all the great info!
you bet!
Seriously, as a triathlete living in Sweden, Zwift is an essential part of my bike training. Great software!
Patagonia Cap air crew + cap air gaiter. The combo of separates is MUCH more versatile than the hoody, both are a constant for running (and much, much more) 50° or below
The Rincon 2 was easy to guess - I love my Rincons 2 (I am so looking forward to the Mach 4 based on all the reviews). But on the trail shoes will always be hard to agree with you. Great mention for the Salomon filter ! So simple compared to the more traditional complicated options. 🤙🏼
The Compressport belt is amazing. A must have!!!
Great list as always! Love this yearly video. Super bummer about the sale ending on the Olympus. I really want a pair (hopefully racing in 2021). Clicked only a few hours after the video release. Oh well.
I checked literally when I clicked "render" only to find out when I posted that they removed it! DANG IT
Thank you, great job!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Lots of great advice on stuff. Really appreciate it.
Pegasus trail 2 yes! So comfortable on super long runs.
Always love this!
i know comment section is for other gear but i basically just buy what you recommend. i think i have the hoka evo speedgoatt, altra olympus 4, and solomon adv skin 5 set just cause of your videos. love them all. both shoes are bomb proof. definitely worth the investment! thank you for these great videos! I like that you include opinions and information for how " bigger runners" feel in the shoes. Seth James Demoor has great videos too but i definitely double check your reviews for how someone who doesn't weigh 140lbs feels in these shoes.
Bought the Pegasus Trail 2 after watching your review, and so glad it made it into your 2020 selection. Such dope shoes. I did a wet race with them a month ago and there was a bit of slip n slide but behaved in general.
Zwift! Zwift Long Distance Runners, or cycling.
Make it social, go to weekly social runs or rides. Gadget of 2020!
I do love Spring Energy's Sage Canaberry gel ;), but I also love their Hill Aid which has great flavor and a caffeine kick to get me up to those mountain tops! Thanks for this gear review!
For me it is the Altra Timp 2.0. Thought I would not like them, now I’m on my second pair. Have used them for all my runs since april!
I have a pair of Hoka Rincon 2s under the tree, thanks for the rec!!
Ethan, please consider adding a sequel: “Beer of the Year.” Just competed in a 100-miler in Louisiana, the Loup Garou (“Cajun Werewolf”) endurance trail race. Many great local aprés-run brews. I’m smitten with Ghost in the Machine by Parish Brewing, Broussard, LA. Double India Pale Ale to melt away the miles. Thanks for a great year and for persevering for our running community!
At 3:10 you describe the Northface Jacket as "that shakedry stuff." I don't think it's made from Goretex Shakedry, is it? Love your picks!
Squirrels nut butter!!! I'm so excited to be a Canadian Ambassador in 2021. Tabs SNB! I sadly had episodes of bleeding "down there"....yes.... that bad. No more
Trail shoes - always be the Hoka Evo Speedgoat (nothing comes close)
Shorts - nike flex stride 5 inch
Wind jacket - Brooks canopy jacket( most flexible and comfortable thing you can get your hands on)
Socks - Thorlos Oaqu thin cushion
Storage - flipbelt
Earbuds - samsung galaxy buds plus (lightweight and class leading 11 hours of battery life) unheard of
Road running shoe - Endorphin Speed
App - strava
Vest - Salomon 12 adv skin
Budget item - Ironman polarized sunglasses - $25 at target
GREAT list!!! Evo Speedgoats were my 2019 choice BAR NONE.
@@TheGingerRunner they just restocked from back order on Hoka website and I just had to grab a few more pairs. Very hard to come by a lightweight trail shoe that can just do it all. As always thank you for all of the great content throughout the years! Wishing you nothing but continued success!!
I agree with the road shoe and trail shoe choice. The only exception is that I prefer the Rincon 1 more because the upper is a little thinner and more breathable. .....Nike Pegasus Trail????
You've really got me ready to pull the trigger on the Peg Trail 2's....I am banking on Nike to knock it out the park on version 3 too.
Those new colorways - SO good. Can't wait for the 3s too!
@@TheGingerRunner Yes! Colorways have been awesome. I hope they expand the line and maybe offer a max cushion version for 50 milers and upwards.
Thanks for posting another gear review! I've enjoyed the Science is Sport gels more than the Spring Energy because they are isotonic and have many more flavors. I still find the Salomon Adv Skin 12 to be my go to for longer runs/races cause of the extra storage/zipper in back as well as extra zipper in front. The Salomon Quiver attached to the back and Black Diamond Carbon ZZ trekking poles all seem to fit together nicely (essentially like you no change with vest in 2020...this will be my gear for Hardrock, if race happens).
Smart watch category?? I treated myself to the Garmin tactix delta solar and it’s blown me away! Seriously good watch!
Salomon filter thing is great. Great video, thanks.
I've been waiting for this for the whole year
Oh TrackSmith. Why do you have to be so cool? Thanks for the list Ethan 👏
So many of the items you have shown I’ve bought from seeing your videos!
Petzl, rincon, Salomon sense ride...
Enjoy learning all the stuff we bought during the year that undoubtedly must be subpar because the manufacturers always “improves” the item the next year. 😂🏃♂️🏃♂️
I am ALL about gettin' previous year's offerings on sale (unless the changes are pretty dramatically better)!
Time stamps for the different categories would have been sweeeeet. Just an idea!
I think peg 37 is my only 2020 gear. I think I have about 500+ miles on two pairs of skechers max road 4s, and they made it through my first two ultras. Next year I'll catch up on this year's gear!
OH MY GOD A LONG SLEEVER WITH A WATCH SLOT! *Breathes* sorry, coffee is clearly soaking in here. Thanks for the tip off, will try to find a way to get one up the UK. And thanks for the channel, this year's been shit, your videos have helped distract from that.
The power brick is also useful if you live in a disaster zone!
Best beer of all time........ Pliny the Elder
Crazy to think I’ve been watching this channel since 2013/2014
Naked running belt & Hydration Vest. V2 coming out soon. Worth a look!
But what was the coolest *looking* shoe... and why is it probably the Endorphin Speed?
Honorable mention goes to the Brooks Catamount I guess.
I do enjoy the looks of the Speed - the new Pegasus Trail 2 colorways are pretty spicy too!
Pegasus Trail 2 Gore-Tex for sure!
Wow that Solomon filter is a redesign of the kadadyn one that fits the hydra pack thread size. Looks slimmer than the other. Does Salomon still uses hydrapak for their bladders 🤔
Where's the best beer of the year? Train hard race harder party the hardest.
I concur!
Im still running the Napali’s. Bought a few pairs when they were on the way out.
Thanks a lot for this great list! If I could add one item to the list it would be the Insta360 GO in the gadget category. It's a crazy lightweight and portable camera for those runners who don't like bringing their phone and I've been using it nonstop for sharing my runs to Instagram and TH-cam.
An interesting list as always. I had an earlier Altra Olympus and the upper separated from the sole really prematurely, so I never looked at Altras again. It looks like it’s time to give them another chance
Nice pliny bottle on that shelf!!!
Have you tried out more of Arcteryx's shoes? Last year I bought the LD2's, partly on your recommendation, and while I agreed with your later comments about loose heal fit, etc., I did find their overall fit to be good enough and the traction to be awesome for winter running on the wet and woody trails of Vancouver's North Shore. My biggest gripe however was that they kinda fell apart after less than 200ish kms. Now trying our their beefier VT2s, which although heavier, provide good fit (at least for me!) and amazing traction which just lets me plough through wet woodwork and rocks. In contrast, my Timp 2's seem better suited for summer running when traction is less an issue. PS, ditto on the Salomon XA filter!
Great GOTY! Road shoes, I agree! Only would have switched them. The Speed rulez.
So looking forward to buying my Rincon shoes!!!
Great episode! Please consider reviewing athletic/running masks, or so a video on how you run with a mask.
That Petzl headlamp looks 🔥🔥🔥
Awesome show.... Altra shoes rock!!👍🏼❤️
Completely agree on Trail shoe of the year !! Great 👍 choice ....
(I didn’t even spoil the surprise !)
11.6oz is just way too much even for a highly cushioned shoe. Evo speedgoat and evo mafate will always be my favourites
@@bikeinmotion true, it’s heavy but the space, especially the room up front, ticks all the right boxes... but it’s a close call against the speed goat 4 in wide ... (personally)
Mizuno wave rider 24 for me was a great find.
Tracksmith gear is amaze!!