Over the course of 70 miles, the Cascadia 19 has proven to be one of the most well-rounded trail shoes I've tested this year. I ran everything from mellow dirt roads to sharp, rocky climbs and even raced a trail half marathon in them-finishing strong with minimal fatigue. The nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 midsole gives the shoe an unexpected spring and resilience that make it feel lively without sacrificing protection.
Your AirPods can be your best friend, small enough to stay in your pocket or bag until you need them. But if you like to work out with your AirPods, pushing your slippery earbuds back into your ear can become a particularly intense workout. I've found three products to help with this problem -- a few dollars spent can revitalize your AirPods experience.
The QC Ultra 2's defining theme is that it doesn't attempt to rewrite Bose's legacy but rather tidies it up. They look identical to the first generation, except for the yokes, which swap a matte aluminum finish for shiny polished metal. The QC Ultra 2's earcups are slightly shallower than those of their predecessor, which can cause fit issues for people with larger heads and ears.
There's nothing worse than hitting the trail with hiking shoes that don't fit properly. Rubbing turns into hotspots, and before you know it, you're doctoring painful blisters instead of soaking in the fall foliage. After working as an outdoor gear outfitter for years, I know how difficult it can be for folks with wide feet to find comfy shoes among a sea of narrow boots. I've heard the horror stories, and I'm here to help.
