The New Balance Ellipse joins the brand’s daily training line-up with a high-cushion Fresh Foam X midsole, rocker geometry, and comfort-focused design aimed at runners seeking a smooth, easy ride for everyday mileage.

Two runners test the New Balance 1080 v15 to see how the new Infinion midsole changes one of running’s most trusted daily trainers. From easy miles to tempo efforts, here are their honest real-world impressions.

The ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 28 updates one of the brand’s most established cushioned running shoes, reducing weight while retaining its comfort-focused ride.

The 160+ page Summer Edition of RUN Magazine is out now — packed with inspiring stories, race reviews, training tips, shoe tests and a full 2026 calendar. Featuring cover star Tayla Kavanagh and a Comrades cheat sheet to kickstart your goals. Grab it at major retailers or download the digital edition today.

From deep dives into trail running (and why roadies should give it a go) to expert recovery tips, legendary ultra stories, and exclusive insights into SA’s most talked-about running controversies, our Spring edition is packed with inspiration. Plus, we’ve got your race calendar for the rest of 2025. Find it on shelves nationwide or download it now!

The Skechers Aero Burst is a bold, lightweight trainer that delivers a responsive, comfortable ride with playful design, efficient transitions, and great value—perfect for everyday runs and tempo efforts alike.

The ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32 refines the smooth, supportive ride introduced in the 30 and 31, with enhanced comfort, lighter feel, and the adaptive 4D GUIDANCE SYSTEM™ for natural stability on long runs.

Skechers is back in the running game with the launch of their innovative AERO Series – three sleek, carbon-plated shoes built for speed, comfort, and performance. From long runs to race day, this is a bold new chapter in Skechers Performance.

The new ASICS GEL-KAYANO 32

Nike brings an elevated Vomero 18 trial experience to the 2025 Comrades Expo. Whether you're running or supporting, test out the latest in cushioning, comfort, and style before race day. Visit the Nike booth and feel the difference.

At 1:30am on race day, we drove through rain to the ferry – the boat of no return. By dawn, I was diving into the icy Aysen Fjord, surrounded by jagged peaks and moody skies. The swim was cold, the bike brutally windy, but the run brought me back to life. Sharing those final kilometres with Pierre through Patagonian forest and waterfalls made the finish line unforgettable. 11 hours, 42 minutes, 2nd woman, 10th overall – and an experience I’ll carry forever.

Running the Comrades marathon