Roadtest; Puma ACTV

Something a little different today, as rather than the sole's of shoes I've something barefoot to showcase, literally, as inspired by my current love/obsession with sand running shoes don't have much of a place...but premium athletic apparel does.
I was excited to be asked to put something a little bit different to the test in the form of the new Puma ACTV Apparel range.
ACTV is compression clothing designed to be worn during workouts, and combines science with style/comfort in the running tights that have made a huge difference to my own running.  On the science side - elasticized silicone tape is strategically placed on the inside of the garments to provide micro-massage in specific areas to the skin.
And on the comfort and style side they literally fit like a glove, and combine reflective logos for visibility, mesh panels for breathability, zippered side pockets for convenience, and dryCELL for wicking and comfort.
In terms of showing them off for this short fashion film I needed some help, and enlisted Kyle to wear the tights, and also Bondi Beach, my stomping ground for sand running.  The location is pretty epic and formidable first thing in the morning, and these tights are perfect to get you through it.

For more info on the ACTV range check here.

Nike x Undercover - Gyakusou Collection

The work of Japanese fashion label Undercover is at the forefront of urban style, and the work of it's founder Jun Takahashi has led to Undercover being called the essence of Japanese cool.

Fresh from the Nike x Undercover Lab, the Gyakusou Spring/Summer 2012 range is the latest strictly limited collection that is designed to be the best running product possible achieving the perfect balance of style and functionality. 

The range see's some chic form-fitting garments engineered for comfort and freedom, that tap into the meditative quality of running through specially selected fabrics and colourways.
As as you can see in the pics above of the Dri-Fit Sweat Hoody (top row) and Convertible Hooded Jacket (bottom row) the range fuses technical apparel with a strong sense of contemporary fashion, so check it out now at Incu who are the only stockists around (see here) as each piece is a design classic in the making!