Upgrade Culture; Minimalist vs Maximalist Shoe Design; & Other Topics

GEAR:30 · Aug 28, 2026 · 34m

After the book, ‘Born to Run’ came out, minimalist, low-profile shoes were all the rage. But now, maximalism is the big trend. So who’s right and who’s wrong? Blister’s running editor, Gordon Gianniny, talks with Jonathan about the various trends and pendulum swings in the world of footwear — shoes made for running, hiking, trail-running, and walking.

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