

That’s important for longer runs, because the extra cushioning can reduce aches in tired feet and joints. The Skechers GOrun MaxRoad 5, one of the most cushioned shoes we’ve tested, tips the scale at only 8.7 ounces for a men’s size 9. Thanks to newer foam technology, that’s no longer the case. In the past, you usually had to sacrifice some cushioning in order to find a shoe that felt lightweight enough to help shave fractions of a second off your finish time. Others like something plush that absorbs impact forces. Runners who focus on speed may prefer a firmer shoe that gives them a good feel for the ground. This is an area where opinions vary widely. Saucony fuses together pellets of PEBA-based foam using steam and pressure to create the Endorphin Speed’s durable yet bouncy midsole cushioning. Chances are, there’s a shoe here that you’ll love as much as they do, and you can scroll deeper for a variety of shoes that cater to different preferences for stability and cushioning. The one thing they’ve all got in common is that they’re passionate about running, and log at least 25 miles per week in their test shoes. We have runners of all shapes, sizes, ages, abilities, and backgrounds-from full-time English teachers and new dads to night-shift nurses and grandfathers. Some are seriously speedy dudes hitting sky-high mileage and knocking on the door of the Olympic Trials others are just getting into running or coming back from injury. About half of those runners are men-and most importantly, they’re an extremely diverse group of guys. We’re constantly testing the latest running shoes in our lab and on the feet of our 250-runner-strong wear-test team.

In addition, we have replaced any pairs that are out of stock or no longer available. Editor’s Note: We reviewed these shoe selections on Septemand updated our recommendations to reflect our most recent round of testing.
