Running Shoe Reviews

One of the lightest carbon-plated shoes ever created. And it’s fast. Really fast.

Even with shoes on the feet of many of the world’s best road runners, trail runners just don’t look at Nike as a serious off-road option. Perhaps with this in mind, Nike has teased us with this shoe for several months. The images of what many expected to be a Vaporfly for the trails were … Read more

The shoes do still use Gel cushioning but it’s now embedded within the heels of both the shoes are takes the form of a new, PureGEL material. PureGEL is a lighter material than GEL yet is said to offer a more responsive feel. The PureGEL is situated within the new, higher stack of cushioning of … Read more

In recent years, Reebok was acquired by Adidas but is now owned by the American Authentic Brands Group. Given this background and the hometown connection, I’m always a little disappointed that the brand isn’t still a running superpower.  The fact that this shoe, the Reebok Floatride Energy 5 had missed my attention in its first … Read more

With a full-length carbon plate, a new midsole foam, and sleek racing upper, is the Cloudboom Echo able to match the likes of the Nike Vaporfly 3 and adidas Pro 3 stride for stride? We’ve certainly been waiting with bated breath for this shoe, but it’s not exactly the shoe many expected. Such is the … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 8.3 MH RATING Under Armour’s first carbon-plated race day shoe and the last of the big brands to join the super-shoe party. The Deets: Tech Specs For The Flow Velociti Elite Under Armour Flow Velociti Elite: First Impression The Under Armour Flow Velociti Elite feels light and … Read more

Previously, zero drop shoes have been of a minimal type of design. Altra maintains the zero drop with their balanced approach but not at the sacrifice of cushioning, enabling runners to experience the balanced (zero-drop) feel without compromising on comfort. The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 8.7 MH RATING What better way to … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 9.0 MH RATING Is this the best On running shoe to date? The Deets: Tech Specs For The Cloudsurfer On Cloudsurfer: First Impressions First up, a word about size. The fit is true-to-size in terms of the Cloudsurfer fitting the same as other ON models. The brand … Read more

But the ASICS Superblast offers something a little different that might make it the race-day shoe you’ve been looking for. The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 8.4 MH RATING The Superblast may be hiding in the shadow of the Metaspeed Sky+ and the Metaspeed Edge+, but it may be the race-day shoe you’ve … Read more

There, we’ve said it. And it’s true, HOKA Rocket X2 is the best running shoe the brand has produced, and it’s a shoe that brings the brand into the current age of running shoes.  Ever since the brand was launched, they’ve simply been producing shoes that used EVA cushioning. The same type of cushioning that’s … Read more

The cushioning uses both the brand’s PWRRUN PB foam, found on the faster models such as the Endorphin Speed and Endorphin Pro, and the more traditional PWRRUN foam from models such as the Ride. The more traditional PWRRUN creates a contoured cradle around the more responsive PWRRUN PB. Together, they help guide and control the … Read more

Heavier runners may find the shoes to be great race-day options thanks to the combination of their lightweight, cushioning, and more minimalist construction. With a neutral option, the Launch, and a support version, the Launch GTS these shoes are some of the most versatile shoes around. The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 9.4 … Read more

The Nike Vaporfly 3 is the third version of the shoe and will surely be as popular as ever. While the shoe gains much of its attention from marathon records, it’s much more versatile and indeed a great option at any distance from 5k to marathon and even beyond. The shoe sticks to the same … Read more

Topo is making a statement in the industry by creating shoes that are optimized for running, hiking, walking, and racing. The rest of the review will dive into the fantastic features of the Topo Specter, what makes it unique, and what shoes it vaguely resembles. The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 9.0 MH … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 8.7 MH RATING The Mizuno Wave Inspire 19 remains one of the best all-around daily trainer support shoes on the market.  The Deets: Tech Specs For The Mizuno Wave Inspire 19 Mizuno Wave Inspire 19: First Impressions Before pulling on the shoe, I was impressed with the … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 8.0 MH RATING Ok, so the Nike Invincible 3 is a really good shoe. The soft, spring-like ride is amazing. The Deets: Tech Specs For The Nike Invincible 3 Nike Invincible 3: First Impressions I missed the first version of the Nike Invincible, so after hearing and … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 8.8 MH RATING For everyday training and easy miles, the shoe delivers exceptionally well. The Deets: Tech Specs For The ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 ASICS Gel Nimbus 25: First Impressions First of all, fans of the previous 24 versions of the Gel Nimbus will notice one thing … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 9.2 MH RATING Despite my history as a New Balance guy, these were a bit lack luster and missing that star quality. The Deets: Tech Specs For The ASICS Magic Speed 2 ASICS Magic Speed 2: First Impressions I immediately noticed some great changes introduced with the … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 8.9 MH RATING The shoe functions very well, feels great, and is a joy to run in. It’s one of the most natural-feeling support shoes I’ve run in, and it’s become a daily trainer for me. The Deets: Tech Specs For The Puma ForeverRUN NITRO Puma ForeverRUN … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 7.9 MH RATING Let’s be honest about this shoe, it’s probably as much of a marketing story from Adidas as it is intended to be a commercial shoe. The Deets: Tech Specs For The Adidas Adizero Prime X Adidas Adizero Prime X: First Impressions The Adidas Adizero … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 8.5 MH RATING It’s refreshing to see Mizuno think outside the box with the Wave Rebellion Pro, too, and not simply churn out another Vaporfly wannabe. The Deets: Tech Specs For The Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro: First Impressions The shoe fits true to … Read more

The TL;DR – What You Need To Know: 8.1 MH RATING The HOKA Clifton 9 is true to itself and can easily be traced back through its generations. The Deets: Tech Specs For The HOKA Clifton 9 HOKA Clifton 9: First Impressions The shoe fits true to size in terms of the rest of the … Read more

3.7 / 5.0 The ASICS Evoride 3 is a daily trainer that contributes a lightweight feeling without sacrificing cushion. Using FlyteFoam technology in the midsole, the cushion is light and supportive; great for daily training sessions. This shoe feels and performs like many shoes from Hoka. A forefoot rocker in the Evoride 3 reduces flexion … Read more

The Altra Vanish Tempo is a shoe that makes running fast feel easy. This shoe was designed with the intention of being lightweight, fast, and ready to take you to new levels of running performance. Made on a neutral platform of support, the Vanish Tempo has ample cushioning and a forefoot rocker to create a … Read more

The Hoka Arahi 6 is a fantastic lightweight stability shoe from Hoka’s Glide category. Designed to conquer countless miles of running, this shoe offers superb cushioning in a light package. Made with Hoka’s J-frame technology, The Arahi 6 is great for runners that need a little added support to combat overpronation.  The overall performance of this … Read more

Welcome to our first-ever Lululemon shoe review! The brand’s debut trainer is officially on the market, and reviews of the Lululemon Blissfeel shoe have been somewhat mixed. Founded in 1998, Lululemon’s original focus was on perfecting yoga clothing for women. But over the years, the American-Canadian brand has built quite a reputation in the world … Read more

The On Cloudgo, a classic trainer with a new look. Let’s get something clear really quick. It’s not OC, QC, or ACDC. It’s On. On Running is the name, confusing logos is the game. Jokes aside, the Cloudgo is a great option for the person looking for a casual ground pounder that performs as well … Read more

Reebok has been nailing affordable, high-quality sportswear for years – and its running shoes are no exception. The Floatride series has proved incredibly popular amongst beginner and seasoned runners alike, with reviews raving about the performance of the various models in the shoe line. But for under $100, how good could they really be? We … Read more

The time has come – Hoka One One just released their long-awaited updated Bondi model, the Bondi 8 – which has quickly earned the reputation as the ultra-cushioned game-changer shoe of the season! While the new Hoka One One Bondi 8 is bigger and better than ever, it remains loyal to its roots and keeps … Read more

Whether you are post-marathon or lounging by the pool, the Hoka One One ORA recovery slide is a sandal that will positively impact your life and make your feet feel happy!

Say hello to the Hoka Clifton 8’s faster and lighter sister shoe – the Hoka Rincon 3! The Hoka Rincon 3 is a shoe that most runners are sure to love! This neutral road running shoe offers comfort, speed, and more – making them the perfect companion for various runs. In other words, they’re the … Read more

Are you looking for the highest cushioned running shoe the world has to offer? Search no longer. The Hoka One One Bondi 7 will meet all your cushion needs whether you are a marathon runner hoping to reduce the pounding or a working professional logging long hours on your feet. This model matches the cushion … Read more