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Jun 5, 2026

7 days ago

The More I Look at the Hoka Solimar 2 Shoe, the More I Hate It: A Review

The 2026 release is not a worthy successor to the original Solimar everyday trainer.
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May 23, 2026

3 weeks ago

Where to Buy Hoka Shoes on Sale: A Guide for My Fellow Tightwads

I never pay full price for Hoka running shoes and you shouldn’t either. Here’s the secret.
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Our sporting equipment reviews feature detailed tests of individual and team sports gear. We’re average athletes, so we try out entry-to-mid-level sports equipment – the kind of stuff you might use in your local 5K or recreation league. Browse our sports products reviews for insight into Hoka running shoes, SS cricket bats, and much more.

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Find Pitch-Perfect Cricket Gear

As cricket fanatics, we’ve tried a wide range of cricket gear – and have very strong opinions on it. Discover the best (and worst) cricket shoes, bats, wicketkeeping pads, helmets, and more.

SOLM8 S1 Rubber Spikes Review: A Perfect Match for Casual Cricketers

SOLM8’s love for the sport shines through in these value turf cricket shoes.
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Skechers Turf Cricket Shoes Review: Easy to Get, Good on the Pitch

When did Skechers start making cricket shoes, let alone ones that would arrive on Wednesday?
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Adidas Howzat Spikeless Cricket Shoes Review: At Least They Look Good

These shoes are enormous and clunky, but we feel fancy in them.
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