Dave Taylor
An experienced, competitive, fell runner and UK Athletics coach, Dave specialises in fell and mountain running. His personal achievements include winning the 2015 English Fell Running Championships (V50 category) and completing the Bob Graham, Paddy Buckley and Charlie Ramsay Rounds. He has contributed reviews and training articles to magazines including Trail Running, Outdoor Fitness and the Fellrunner magazine. His most embarrassing moment was having a running shoe fall apart completely while high in the Lake District fells.
Latest articles by Dave Taylor
The best mud running shoes 2024: stay grounded with these grippy fell stars
By Dave Taylor last updated
If you're tackling sodden trails or watery obstacle courses you need the best mud running shoes to help keep you upright
Common trail running injuries – and how to avoid them
By Dave Taylor published
Trail running injuries do happen, but you can help lower your risk while out on the trails with these eight tips
Trail running essentials: everything you need before you head off road
By Dave Taylor published
All the trail running essentials you need to make sure you're comfortable and safe – no matter how wild or far you are venturing
Running in mud: how to go faster when the trails get dirty
By Dave Taylor published
Learning how to run in mud will make a big difference to your trail running experience and race times
Trail running injuries and how to avoid them
By Dave Taylor last updated
Trail running injuries do happen, but you can help lower your risk while out on the trails with these eight tips
Running in mud: how to improve your times when trails get dirty
By Dave Taylor last updated
Getting dirty is an inescapable element of trail running, but learning how to go running in mud will make a big difference to your experience and race times
Scott Supertrac RC 2 review: a great all-round trail running shoe for firm and muddy terrain
By Dave Taylor published
Well cushioned and water repellent with a low drop, Scott Supertrac RC 2s can deal with distance and deep mud
Adidas Terrex Speed Pro SG review: a lightweight and flexible racing shoe
By Dave Taylor published
Lightweight and fast-draining, the Adidas Terrex Speed Pro SG review has an aggressive outsole
Salomon Supercross Blast GTX review: a good heavy-duty shoe for muddy trails
By Dave Taylor published
With a waterproof upper, quick lacing and an aggressive tread pattern, the Salomon Supercross Blast GTX are made for mud
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