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The Expert: Matthew Medendorp is a professional gear tester and freelance writer who spends most of his weekly miles pushing a jogging stroller. He’s a proud slow marathoner and founder of the world’s only (unsanctioned) Billy Murray-themed, midnight trail race. You can read his work in GearJunkie, Travel + Leisure, and at mattmedendorp.com