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Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo

Frontrunner Colombo

The Run Spesh podcast is all about the shoes and gear you like to go running in. We cover short-form episodes with in-depth discussions on what the shoe is for, who might benefit from it, and how it was made. The Frontrunner is also here to share stories and bring the community together. Enjoy the characters we have in our sports and the experts we work with. Run Spesh is a play on "Run Specialty" with the Frontrunner Colombo being New Zealand"s leading Running Specialty Store

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All Episodes

01:12:32

98 | On Cloud Moster Hyper 3 LS Review, Christchurch...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/04/10

Christchurch Marathon Week Hype: Tapers, National Champs & Expo Deals | Run Spesh Oska, Tom and Maia (from Frontrunner Colombo) kick off Run Spesh with some banter, then dive into Christchurch Marathon week—the biggest week on the local running calendar and a major week for the shop. They reflect on achieving a longtime goal of being headline sponsor for the Christchurch Marathon, preview the nervous community energy around Hagley Park, and discuss Maia's lead-in to her second half marathon

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Sole Mates #8 | On Cloudboom Volt vs Nike Zoom Fly 6

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/04/05

Edit to the episode - the Nike unfortunatley isn't 40mm or under! On Cloudboom Vault vs Nike Zoom Fly 6 | (Run Spesh: Sole Mates) Oska and Tom from Frontrunner Colombo's Run Spesh "Sole Mates" compare two new the On Cloudboom Vault and the Nike Zoom Fly 6. They discuss why staying under the 40mm stack limit matters for age-group racing, then break down specs and ride feel. The Cloudboom Vault is ~210g with a 5mm drop, Helion HF foam, and a carbon-infused composite plate that's more forgiving than

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01:03:40

97 | Nike Pegasus 42 Review, Hanmer Training Camps,...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/04/02

https://frontrunnercolombo.co.nz/ Run Spesh: Wild Hamner Training Camp Tales + Nike Pegasus 42 Review + Christchurch Marathon Week Plans Oska, Tom, and Maia from Frontrunner Colombo chat through a chaotic weekend training camp trip to Hamner that started with sideways rain, TT bikes in gale-force winds, and a mid-ride turnaround before salvaging the camp with cycling, running, swimming, and pub hangs, plus stories about their wheelchair-using swim coach Rolly and his personality. They cover injury

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Sole Mates #7 | Hoka Mach X3 vs Mach 7

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/03/29

Hoka Mach X 3 vs Mach 7 (Sole Mates) | Which Frontrunner Daily Trainer Wins? Oska and Tom from Frontrunner Colombo record a "Sole Mates" comparison after their camera isn't charged, pitting Hoka's Mach X 3 against the Mach 7 as faster daily trainers rather than true racers. They praise updates from the Mach X 2, including a more traditional heel collar and wider width options, but criticize Hoka's confusing lineup and pricing. The Mach 7 is described as lightweight and fine but not particularly

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01:14:20

96 | Hoka Mach 7 Review, Borrowing Future Workouts,...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/03/27

Run Spesh (Frontrunner): Hamstring Chaos, Half Mara Woes, Shoe Recs & the Scavenger Hunt Run On Run Spesh from Frontrunner, Oska, maia and Anna fill in while Tom's away and riff on podcast awkwardness, eye contact, and office life like new clock-in/out time tracking, late emails, and Oska's delegation habits. They touch on maia's voiceover video, Oska using a "brick" to shut off phone distractions, and Oska building a massive shed he now can't move. The running chat covers Oska's post-marathon

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Sole Mates #6 | Adidas Hyperboost Edge vs Asics...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/03/20

ASICS MegaBlast vs adidas Hyper Boost Edge : TPU vs PBA | Run Spesh "Solemates" Oska and Tom from Frontrunner Columbo record a "Solemates" Run Spesh episode comparing the ASICS MegaBlast and the adidas Hyper Boost Edge (Pro), framing it as a matchup of premium foams (TPU vs PBA) and debating what makes a "super trainer" versus a premium daily trainer. They praise the MegaBlast's versatility, light upper, lack of plate, durability (800–1200 km), and minor fit quirks that may require sizing up. For

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01:10:15

95 | Adidas Hyperboost Edge Review, Le Race, Back...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/03/20

Run Spesh: The Race, Devonport carnage, City2Surf record crowds + shoe hot takes Oska, Tom and Anna (from Frontrunner Colombo) ramble through a late-week Run Spesh catch-up: Tom previews "La Race," a brutal Christchurch-to-Akaroa bike event with ~500–600 riders, rolling road closures, gnarly climbs, safety concerns (fog, road debris, acorns), and why road cycling feels harder and riskier than running. Anna recaps the Devonport Triathlon/Oceania champs trip, including a chaotic swim, Saxon's health

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01:14:42

94 | On Cloud Monster 3 Hyper Review, Crack Runs,...

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2026/03/13

NZ Track Champs Chaos, Taupō Ironman Drama & a Brutal Motatapu Win | Run Spesh Run Spesh (from Frontrunner Colombo) opens with sponsor chat before Oska, Tom, and Maia recap a huge weekend: New Zealand Track & Field Champs in Auckland, celebrating Rosa Twyford's Triple Crown despite recent injury worries, and discussing improved broadcast coverage, crowd energy, and the value of constructive feedback. They highlight the celebrity sprint won convincingly by Zoey, Sam Ruth's dominant 1500 win and

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Solemates #5 | Puma Devaite Nitro Elite 3 vs Puma...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/03/08

Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4 vs 3: Lighter, Wider, More Responsive? | Run Spesh at Frontrunner Oska and Tom from Frontrunner Colombo discuss Puma's return to running and compare the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4 to the popular Deviate Nitro Elite 3, praising the 3 for reliability and versatility from 5K to marathon. They explain how the 4 updates the formula with a wider midfoot and forefoot base, a closer-fitting thinner upper, a more aggressive plate/rocker geometry, and a more responsive Nitro Elite

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01:07:13

93 | On Cloudboom Volt Review, National Track and...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/03/06

Bee Stings, Nationals Hype & The Great Unknown 5K: Run Spesh with Oska, Tom & Anna Oska, Tom and Anna from Frontrunner Colombo catch up on Run Spesh with chaotic shop chat, including Oska's brutal bee-sting running stories and recent travel. Anna shares how she's managing hip tendinopathy while building back to 40-minute runs, gym work and biking, and they recap Oceania sprint champs results with Hayden Wilde winning and Saxon and Henry going 1–2–3, with Henry taking the U23 title. The crew previews

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Sole Mates #4 | Asics Superblast 3 vs Asics Superblast 2

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/03/01

ASICS Superblast 3 vs Superblast 2: LEAP Foam, Fit Changes & Who Each Shoe Is For | Run Spesh In this Run Spesh "Solemates" episode from Frontrunner Colombo, Oska and Tom compare the ASICS Superblast 2 and the revamped Superblast 3, focusing on the major shift to softer, faster-compressing LEAP foam (an A-TPU with an EVA stability piece) versus the firmer feel of Superblast 2's EVA/Peba blend. They discuss how the new foam changes underfoot comfort, pace effort, stability, and likely durability

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01:19:34

92 | Asics Superblast 3 Review, Osaka Marathon,...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/02/28

Run Spesh: Oska's Osaka Marathon Debrief, Tommy's Frozen Challenge Wānaka & Maia's Moonlight Half + Superblast 3 Launch In this Run Spesh episode, Oska recaps a busy stretch for the Frontrunner crew six weeks out from Christchurch Marathon, including his trip to Japan to race the Osaka Marathon. He details travel, pre-race logistics, chaotic bottle-drop rules, starting too far back, heat changing his strategy, and finishing in 2:18 with a strong negative split feel—passing 90 runners late and

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01:30:06

91 | Hillary Allen, Brooks Elite Trail Runner +...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/02/19

Hillary Allen (Hilly Goat) on Survival, Joy & the Brooks Cascadia Elite | run spesh This week on run spesh, Oska and Maia sit down in Christchurch with elite trail runner Hillary Allen (aka "Hilly Goat") ahead of Tarawera 50K. Hillary talks NZ trail life (Hillary Track, oxygen-rich workouts, rugged underbrush, and the joy of trails with no bears), how she went from neuroscience grad school + tennis scholarship to winning the US Skyrunning Series and racing Europe, and what it's really like being a

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Sole Mates #3 | New Balance 1080v13 vs Saucony...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/02/16

Oska and Tom from Frontrunner Colombo compare two neutral, highly cushioned road daily trainers: the New Balance 1080v15 and the Saucony Triumph 23. They explain what "neutral" means (no added motion-control elements) and discuss how the 1080v15 is a major improvement over the v14, with a new EVA/TPE-style foam that feels soft and responsive, decent outsole coverage, and a lighter build (261g, 6mm drop), but a noticeably narrower, straighter last and limited lateral stability on uneven surfaces. The

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Sole Mates #3 | New Balance 1080v15 vs Saucony...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/02/15

Oska and Tom from Frontrunner Columbo compare two neutral, highly cushioned road daily trainers: the New Balance 1080v15 and the Saucony Triumph 23. They explain what "neutral" means (no added motion-control elements) and discuss how the 1080v15 is a major improvement over the v14, with a new EVA/TPE-style foam that feels soft and responsive, decent outsole coverage, and a lighter build (261g, 6mm drop), but a noticeably narrower, straighter last and limited lateral stability on uneven surfaces. The

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01:10:18

90 | Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 Review, Lawn Maintance,...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/02/12

Join Oska, Tom and Anna for a jam-packed episode of Run Spesh! This week's highlights include a recap of the latest Run Club events, an exciting announcement about switching locations for interval training, and heaps of gratitude for community support. Oska gets real about his upcoming Osaka Marathon and shares some laughs with Tom and Anna over everything from lawn maintenance to cat shenanigans. Dive into shoe talk, where we explore the latest gear from Saucony, Brooks, and more! Also, stay tuned

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Sole Mates #2 Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure vs Elite

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/02/08

Solemates Sneaker Showdown: Mizuno's Hyper Warp Pure vs Elite 🚀👟 Welcome to another exciting episode of 'Sole Mates' with Oska and Tom! Today, we dive deep into the details of Mizuno's latest game-changers: the Hyper Warp Pure and Hyper Warp Elite. We explore stack heights, midsole tech, and on-foot experiences to help you figure out which shoe fits your running needs best. With expert insights and some fun banter, we cover all the bases to guide you in picking the perfect pair. Don't miss the

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50:40

89 | Hoka Cielo x1 3.0, Sam Ruthe Runs 3:48, USB...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/02/06

Running Records Smashed and Surprising Gear Revealed! 🏃‍♂️💥 Hey, it's Oska, Tom, and Anna from the Frontrunner Colombo team on the latest episode of Run Spesh, your weekly running specialty podcast! This week, we dive into some of the craziest running results we've ever seen, including Sam Ruth's incredible 3:48 mile! We chat about our weekend runs, updates in athletic gear, and even touch on surprising Instagram purchases. We also discuss upcoming events, and exciting news from the international

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Sole Mates #1 | Hoka Cielo x1 2.0 vs Hoka Cielo x1 3.0

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/02/02

Sole Mates Shoe Showdown: Cielo X 3.0 vs Cielo X 2.0 - The Ultimate Running Shoe Comparison! Join Oska from the Frontrunner Colombo and Tom from the Frontrunner Cobo in this exciting episode of 'Sole Mates,' part of the 'Run Spesh' YouTube and Spotify series. Today, they delve into an in-depth comparison of the new Cielo X 3.0 and its predecessor, the Cielo X 2.0. Discussing everything from midsole geometry to weight and stability, Oska and Tom explore how the new model addresses previous

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01:00:53

88 | Puma Deviate Nitro 4 review, Cooks Mile results,...

Run Spesh Podcast by Frontrunner Colombo ·

2026/01/30

Puma Deviate Nitro 4 Review & Running World Updates | Run Spesh Podcast 🎙️ Welcome to another episode of the Run Spesh podcast! Join Oska, Tom, and Maia from Frontrunner as they discuss the latest in the running world, including the massive news of Ter's $1.8 billion investment in Puma and what it means for the future of Puma running shoes. They dive into details about the new Puma Deviate Nitro 4, give an inside scoop on their own running experiences, and banter about pacing, nutrition, and

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