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Welcome to RBR Reviews — the place to come for honest reviews on shoes and running gear from the ground up.

I’m a 38 year old UK-based trail and ultra marathon runner, sharing my real-world reviews, training insights, and product advice drawn from my miles on the trails and years of working hands-on with the best running brands.

Whether you’re chasing your first 5k or your first Ultra Marathon, my goal is to help you find the right shoes, gear, and mindset for every step of the journey.

Expect no marketing fluff — just straightforward thoughts from someone who fits, tests, and races in the same shoes you’re considering.

Latest Posts

Hoka Mach 6 Review

This post contains an affiliate link, which means I may earn a small commission if you choose to buy through it, at no extra cost to you Quick Overview First Impressions...

ASICS GT-2000 13 Review: Daily Wear Test from the Shop Floor to the Lunchtime Run

Quick Summery First Impressions & Fit The GT-2000 13 made a great first impression. They feel very cushioned, especially through the heel, and my usual UK 9 fit...

First 20km in the Brooks Cascadia 19: What’s New and What Actually Matters on the Trail

Brooks Cascadia 19 – First Impressions Review After 20 km of running on mixed trails (and some road for good measure), it’s easy to see why the new Brooks Cascadia 19 is...

The ON Cloudsurfer Max

ON Cloudsurfer Max – 104 km Review Quick Overview First Impressions & Fit Straight out of the box — as always with ON — the Cloudsurfer Max looks fantastic...

The Hoka Challenger ATR 7

Hoka Challenger 7 – 252 km Review Quick Overview First Impressions Out of the box, the Hoka Challenger 7 looks the part. The colourway gives the shoe a sleek appearance...