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We wear-tested the updated super shoe and found that the bounce is back and the ride even more stable
Here’s a look at the gear, tech, and media our Outside Run editors were obsessed with last month
These shoes provide the best ride on all segments of my pavement-to-path-to-singletrack loop
The men’s and women’s elite fields had a wide range of top-tier super shoes
Minor enhancements have improved this light and lively max-cushioned everyday trainer
Seven innovative running shoes that deliver a stable ride without compromising comfort
We put thousands of road miles on more than 70 new running shoes. These seven emerged as the best.
Light and speedy, these shoes will help you maximize your uptempo days
Supershoes are shedding weight, but whether that helps or hurts regular runners’ performance is still up in the air
On Running’s updated supershoe provides firm, snappy propulsion for long-distance racing.
The Under Armour HOVR Phantom 3 SE keeps its high-energy return DNA intact while taking comfort to the next level
Ten non-plated running shoes that let your feet move freely, provide stable cushioning, and deliver a fast, agile ride
The latest update from the Adidas Adios line restores the franchise’s snappy, dependable ride and makes it one of the highest performing, non-carbon-plated trainers on the market today
Jean-Luc Diard, cofounder of Hoka, has been innovating in the outdoor world for decades, and he’s not done yet
New shoe brand Vimazi claims to have optimized its models to your speed. We put them to the test.
These versatile trainers can handle everything from speed work to recovery jogs, on road, track, and trail
A classic performance training shoe gets rejuvenated, and we find it delivers a versatile, smooth, quick-rolling ride
Nurses in the U.S. walk an average of a marathon per week, and a sponsorship model for N.C.A.A. athletes is now being extended to healthcare workers
These bargain picks cost half as much as top-end supershoes, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be super in them
After two months and 400 miles, I’ve found road trainers that keep my feet happy like no others and are worth every penny
Britney Spears likes her Hokas. So does Harry Styles. So do Mirinda Carfrae and Ben Kanute. How did Hoka go from “those weird running shoes” to a fashion must-have?
Our editors tallied shoes worn by the top 25 men and women pros at the 2023 Boston Marathon. Here's what we found.
Brooks’s innovative Aurora BL gives your feet both comfort and freedom
As spring rolls in, brands are again releasing flashy, limited-edition Boston Marathon versions of their speedy models
Our initial testing reveals the updates to the beloved, game-changing Vaporfly make it an even better marathon racing shoe
The Rocket X2 marathon racer delivers soft landings and propulsive blast-offs that rival the best in the business
Topo’s super-foam-powered Cyclone 2 perfects the brand’s vision of combining the best qualities of natural-movement footwear and cushioned running shoes
The Rivera 3 delivers the benefits of Altra's footshaped fit and balanced, zero-drop design without feeling weird
In an impressive debut, Tracksmith delivers a versatile, modern trainer with an old-school look and feel, just as you’d expect from the brand
Asics’s signature cushioned shoe goes super-max and delivers more comfort and cushioning than ever before
I signed up for the On Cyclon subscription running-shoe service and get a perfectly clean new pair every three months
High-end materials and designs go mainstream, delivering smooth-rolling, versatile rides for every runner
With so many running shoes, which ones do you choose? Don’t worry, we have you covered with our best road running shoes for holiday gifts.
We found the best kicks for connecting with the earth and setting your feet free
Running, coaching, and living with an autoimmune disease
After her diagnosis halted her physical activity for two years, runner Mireille Siné returned to the sport with a new outlook
Skechers GOrun Razor 4 impresses with a smooth, lively ride and supportive, comfortable fit—at a bargain price
Good news: there’s a new generation of super shoes that are cheaper, just as fun, and might be better suited for your running
Our first runs reveal that the Flow Velociti Elite coddles the foot and delivers a fast, easy-striding ride
Reebok’s Floatride Energy 4 Adventure delivers a road-shoe ride with just enough toughness for dirt
The Specter is a speedy super-foam trainer that supports your stance and lets your feet engage
Runners smack the ground harder—but get injured less—in more cushioned shoes. New research explains why.
The brand took its time entering the super-shoe race, but its new, responsive model for marathoners was worth the wait
Our first impressions put it right up there with the best offerings from this beloved purveyor of cushy runners
We only have space for seven shoes in our print magazine, but there are a few others you should know about, too
This year’s fastest kicks for every kind of terrain
Kicks for getting faster, from race day to recovery jog
Even with major races postponed, the sport remains upside down, with the focus still on shoes instead of who's wearing them
Dad knees and an aging body changed my mind about Hokas
I put my own feet on the line to find out
Whatever you want—more support, a quicker turnover, or built-in data tracking—these runners have it
Brands got creative with their special-edition footwear for this year's race
From pasta makers to candy bars, these eight items have totally transformed how we get after it
We thought these kicks were an April Fools' prank. Turns out they're real.
He may be the vanguard of athletes' rights, and his sponsors are right behind him
The world’s best athlete might just wear the word’s best shoe
Ditch your trainers on race day. We promise, you’ll go faster.
The result of years of chaos—go minimalist! go fat! don't change a thing!—in the running market? Everybody wins.
Put some bounce in your step with the season's best road running shoes.
New spring-loaded tech promises to make us faster. But they might go the way of swimming’s ill-fated LZR Racer suit—without making an Olympic debut.
The springs inside this sole could make you a faster runner
Running to work is hard, especially when you have to contend with cold weather, poor visibility, and icy roads. On those days, your gear matters.