By Paul Freary Brooks offers several footwear solutions that are not only great for a variety of runners, but also for various foot types. Their GTS models feature the brand’s GuideRail Technology System.The GuideRail system is designed to offer dynamic support and control for pronation and to some extent supination.Before looking at the brand’s GTS […]
Fastest Racing Shoes that Won at the Best Marathons in the World
By Noel Paine I’ve been running and racing for more than 30 years, long enough to remember when “racing flat” meant thin foam, minimal structure, and the lightest weight you could tolerate. Today, the fastest marathon shoes are almost the opposite: max legal stack heights, exotic foams, carbon plates/rods, aggressive rockers, and — increasingly — […]
11 Best Daily Trainers – From Easy Miles to Long Runs
By Kieran Alger A good daily trainer is an essential in any runner’s rotation. Built to handle the bulk of your weekly mileage, the best daily trainers offer guaranteed comfort and reliable performance particularly when you’re moving slower and building volume. A good daily running shoe works with your running style and – in an […]
6 Best Running Shoes for Beginners – Top Choices for New Runners
By Kieran Alger Starting to run can be hard. Finding the motivation, building the fitness, growing the habit – these are all things that can feel quite daunting. Then there’s choosing the right running shoes.With so many styles and brands, all with their own technologies, foams and jargon, picking your perfect running shoe can feel […]
4 Best Brooks Trail Running Shoes Perfect for Different Trails
By Paul Freary My Brooks off road lineup consists of four trail models, the Divide, Cascadia, Caldara and Catamount. Lets see which shoes are suiable for the different types of trails. I will also give you some tips on choosing the perfect trail running shoes below.If you click, or buy from, links on this page, […]
18 Best Running Shoes – The Top Running Shoe for Every Run
By Kieran Alger If there’s one piece of kit in your running set up that you really need to get right, it’s your running shoes. Finding the right footwear can transform your daily miles. Not to mention help you ace those goals on race days. Heck, for many of us, knowing we’ve got comfy shoes […]
My Pick of 5 Best New Balance Running Shoes for Every Type of Runner
By Paul Freary Here, we take a look at the best five shoes from New Balance in each of the categories: cushioning, support, tempo running, racing and trail running.I’ve tried all these shoes, and these are my selections in each of the categories. I’ll look at the specifications of each model, any specific technology in […]
Fastest Racing Shoes That Won at Top Marathons Worldwide and the Olympics 2024
By Noel Paine Will the shoes of the elites help you run faster?I have been running and racing for what seems a very long time (more than 30 years). I have worn many racing shoes and watched how the shoes have changed and how science and technology have changed the design, shape and weight of […]
5 Best On Running Shoes for Training and Racing
By Paul Freary The brand’s shoes have a familiar ‘cloud’ shape design to their outsole, and with road and trail shoes, they also have a range of tennis footwear and leisure wear.Its wide range of models means they have a shoe for any runner’s needs regardless of speed or capabilities. Their high-quality construction provides great […]
6 Best ASICS Running Shoes – My Top Picks
By Kieran Alger Japanese running shoe brand ASICS continues to turn out impressive shoes across its range from easy milers to uptempo daily trainers and all-out race shoes. In the past 18 months, it’s produced some of the best running shoes we’ve seen recently, with big hitters right across its range. We’re yet to get […]
