We look at the best running shoes for every type of runner
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The best all-around running shoe for the neutral runner
Nike – Air Zoom Pegasus 41 – £129.99
Your relationship with Pegasus is like no other, or so says Nike. They add: “It’s loyal, reliable and always there.”
Let’s face it, this is true. Pegasus has been around for quite some time. Over 40 years, in fact, and now we have 41St generation model. Although the shoe has changed significantly from the original, it still remains the brand’s most popular running shoe and the #1 selling shoe.
Nike Pegasus 41
This version sees a combination of Zoom Air encased in ReactX foam. The shoe has a well-balanced ride and feels like it deals well with impact, but it still has one foot firmly planted in the past. This isn’t a super shoe with a deep pile of cushioning, in fact, it’s almost inferior in today’s market. This is good and makes the shoe feel great on the road a bit more and works well for tempo sessions.
The familiar waffle outsole pattern is as good as ever and goes a long way to making this shoe versatile on any surface thanks to that excellent traction. It’s the classic we all know, updated with a reassuringly familiar feel.
Shop the Nike Pegasus 41 here.
The best running shoe for running at a faster pace
ASICS – Superblast 2 Paris – £200.00
Part of the shoe collection formerly known as the Paris, the Superblast 2 builds on the success of the original and updates it with the same FF Turbo+ foam used in the premium racing shoe, the Metaspeed Sky.
Here we have a non-legal 45mm cushioning stack, so the shoe is aimed at everyday faster paced training. It’s still a relatively light model at 250g, which is amazing for a shoe with such a deep boot.
ASICS Superblast 2
The new model is lighter, softer and now more responsive than its predecessor and feels almost like a new model rather than an update. There are also improvements to the upper with a new woven design as well as an outsole that provides better traction and durability.
This can be a go-to shoe for many runners’ weekly workouts, offering a good balance of cushioning for easy runs and a responsive yet lightweight feel for your faster efforts.
Shop the ASICS Superblast 2 here.
The best running shoes for beginners
Brooks – Ghost 16 – £135.00
The latest version of the brand’s most popular model has added their range-topping DNA3 foam. This nitrogen-infused foam was previously used on the premium Glycerin shoe, so now being available at this price is a real boost for the shoe.
Nitrogen foam offers a faster and more durable ride and elevates this model perfectly without detracting from the shoe’s established look and feel.
Brooks Ghost 4 p.m
For a perfect bond with the more durable foam, the outsole uses recycled silicon impregnated rubber for long life and great traction. As always with the Ghost, the upper is a high-quality engineered mesh that has noise-scream. free to fit in and go.
The best running shoe for shorter, faster runs and interval training
New Balance – FuelCell Rebel v4 – £140.00
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With a new blend of FuelCell foam mixed with PEBA, New Balance has made the latest version of the Rebel a model with a more “race day” feel. Sure, the brand has carbon shoes specifically for racing, and here the Rebel goes carbonless, but that just means we’re getting a good-value, high-performance model that’s great for both racing and speed work, pace and for breaks. some of the carbon shoe money.
The shoe has a larger pile of foam than the previous Rebel, but it’s a wider base to add stability to the soft cushion. It feels light and responsive with a touch of spring, perfect for more regular use.
The seamless upper ensures a perfect fit and it’s lightweight and breathable design minimizes weight and perfectly secures the shoe. It’s a great choice for a good value and versatile performance shoe.
Get the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 here.
The best running shoe with support and cushioning
ASICS – Gel Kayano 31 – £180.00
The brand’s most popular staple shoe returns and sees improvements to the cushioning, sole and upper. While there are updates to all areas of the shoe, they’re minor and mean existing fans of the model won’t be disappointed. The new sole means better traction all around, while the FF Blast Plus Eco foam with a 10mm drop bumps up to a 40mm pile on the heel, meaning a very soft, smooth ride.
ASICS Gel Kayano 31
The 4D guidance system provides an adaptive level of support suitable for all but the most difficult pronators, without distracting from the easy transition from heel strike to toe-off. The upper maintains a premium level of comfort with a perfectly fitting heel and Achilles collar that hugs the foot beautifully.
Learn more about the ASICS Gel Kayano 31 here.
Best supportive running shoe
New Balance – Fresh Foam X 860v14 – £140.00
The 860v13 was one of the most popular and effective models in pronation control. This update takes a new approach to control through a “stability plane,” a thin plate that runs the width and length of the shoe. The plate is lined with Fresh Foam X, with a firmer layer underneath and a softer layer of the brand’s signature midsole foam on top.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v14
The plane is angled to create a slightly larger area of ​​firmer material on the medial side of the foot and therefore gently control any roll. The result is a supportive shoe for smooth riding with a wonderfully cushioned feel.
The engineered mesh upper has a bit of stretch so it can comfortably accommodate most foot shapes and sizes. It’s a good choice for everyday training for those looking for a lightweight, stable, do-it-all shoe.
Learn more about the New Balance 860v14 here.
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