Now, this shoe is the top Nike marathon racing option. With its responsive Nike ZoomX underfoot foam providing optimal energy return, this shoe protects against the impact of every step. Two slim, visible Zoom Air units deliver the most energy return of all of Nike's racing shoes, and the...
Just like shoes come in all shapes and sizes, so do marathon runners (and their feet). That's why there's not one specific shoe that all marathon runners wear. These long-distance runners do tend to lean toward the same features, though. Most marathon runners agree that they look for s...
We see the Nimbus as a good recovery run shoe and even a marathon trainer during long-and-slow run days. We like the new upper with its true-to-size fit and comfortable interiors. The tongue design will divide opinions, as the thin knitted tongue feels out of place on a shoe this plu...
is reliable in all conditions. The Ultraweave upper is breathable but very strong and helps keep the foot on the footbed while ripping around corners. And while it’s not the most stable marathon shoe, it’s now a great option for race day due to the weight savings and increased pop fr...
While the Vaporfly is versatile on the roads all the way up to a marathon, some runners want even less shoe for short road races like the 5k and 10k. Enter the Streakfly. It’s Nike’s lightestracing shoe, harkening back to the time when we all believed a shoe had to be lighter to...
The best walking shoes from Nike, New Balance, and more help you go long distances pain-free. Recommended by podiatrists, treat overpronation and more now.
Welcome to the results of our 2023 “Best Marathons in the U.S.” poll! Here we crown the top marathon in every U.S. stateas chosen by you, the runners.THANK YOU to all who voted or posted your reviews — your overwhelming support enabled us to compile this list with confidence. ...
short speed workouts, run commutes, heart-rate spiking interval training, and long weekend runs. We faithfully logged steps and notes on each shoe listed here. So whether you’re a recreational runner lacing up for a family 5K or a competitive marathoner, we have the best running shoe for...
The Kayano has been a runner favorite for over two decades and its popularity shows no sign of waning. This is a workhorse shoe that is best for everyday miles and long runs, although it could work for longer workouts at a marathon pace. ...
The Asics Novablast has neither a plate nor high-tech foam, but it does two things that are useful during a half marathon. Given its considerable stack heights (41.5 mm and 33.5 mm), it’s a comfortable running shoe even for a marathon. The Flytefoam Blast foam is neither E-TPU nor PE...