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The best track spikes in 2026 for sprints, the 800, distance and cross country, plus spike-length and sole-thickness rules.

The best snowboard boots for 2026: soft beginner boots, a step-up pair, women’s and kids’ picks, with flex ratings, BOA vs laces…

The best triathlon wetsuits for 2026: six full-sleeve and sleeveless picks, plus USA Triathlon and World Triathlon water-temperature rules, the 5 mm…

The best soft top surfboards for 2026: seven foam boards for adult beginners, lighter surfers, kids and progressing surfers, sized by weight…

The best kayak life jackets for 2026: seven Coast Guard-approved PFDs for recreational paddlers, kayak anglers and kids, plus inflatable belt packs,…

The best BJJ gi for 2026: seven gis from FUJI, Elite Sports, Hayabusa, Sanabul and Gold BJJ for beginners, kids and competition,…

The best badminton rackets in 2026, from a $38 graphite starter to a step-up Astrox, with 3U vs 4U, balance, flex and…

The best yoga mats for 2026: seven non-slip picks for athletes, compared by grip, thickness and material, with options for hot yoga,…

The best rowing machines for 2026: seven air, water and magnetic rowers for home, from the Concept2 used for erg tests to…

The best dartboards for 2026, bristle and electronic, from a $60 sisal board to a Bluetooth board, plus regulation height, throw line,…

The best soccer cleats for 2026: firm-ground, artificial-grass and soft-ground picks, a wide-foot cleat and two soccer cleats for kids, compared by…

The best running shoes for beginners in 2026: Brooks, HOKA, Saucony and Nike daily trainers compared, plus how to choose a first…