Given its vastness, the park of the Reggia di Caserta (Royal palace) allows runners to train on various types of terrain - asphalt, trails or grass routes, both uphill and downhill. The courses are both shaded or under the sun, and the main loop is approximately seven and a half kilometers in lenght. The area of the park called "Giardino Inglese" (English Garden) features a tough 2.5k course with rapid inclinations changes, ideal for those training for uphill competitions. The park is well supplied with water fountains and restrooms. At any time of the day you will see runners. The only issue is that the park closes around 5/6pm each afternoon.

361° SPIRE - As a new brand, all 361° shoes are new to our market, but they are not unproven, having done factory work for other top brands. As its name suggests, the Spire is 361°'s pinnacle shoe. The upper features quality stretch mesh, with a combination of traditional synthetic leather/suede and no-sew overlays. The midfoot benefits from a secure saddle, while the external thermoplastic heel counter keeps the rearfoot aligned. The midsole is where this shoe really shines: a new compound called Quickfoam produces a comfy ride and makes the shoe more responsive and bouncy than expected. The outersole is a typical setup: carbon rubber in the heel, blown rubber in the forefoot, and a thermoplastic shank for torsional support. The finish work here polishes the shoe with some quality touches, and the ride points to even better shoes to come.

Testers: "Very comfortable fit with good quality linings. Has a very smooth feel to the ride: plenty of cush but with really good rebound. They are really nice to run in."

Sizes: Men 6-12, 13, 14; Women 5-12 B, D
Weight: 11.5 oz. (men's size 11); 9.3 oz. (women's size 8)
Shape: semicurved
Construction: Strobel slip-lasted
Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics