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Altra Vs HOKA Running Shoes | Zero Drop vs Maximal

How different do Altra vs Hoka running shoes feel? Which offers more cushion and which offers more stability? We tested!

On Cloud vs Altra Running Shoes: Which Is Best For You?

How different do On Cloud vs Altra running shoes feel? Which offers more cushion and which offers more stability? We tested!

Adidas Vs New Balance Running Shoes: Comparing Models

Feature comparison of New Balance vs Adidas running shoes. Comparing top models to help you pick the right workout shoe.

Nike Vs Brooks Running Shoes | Comparing Models

Feature comparison of Nike vs Brooks running shoes. Differences in key features, fit and comparable models.

Altra Vs Topo Running Shoes | What’s the Better Fit

Which wide toebox brand is best for you? We're comparing Topo vs Altra in similar models, fit, feel and function!

ASICS Vs Adidas Running Shoes: Comparing Models

Feature comparison of ASICS vs Adidas running shoes. Differences in key features, fit and comparable models.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 Review | Lower Drop, More Cushion, Same Stability

The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 is a legacy shoe, but they've made some serious changes and we love it more than ever.

Hoka Vs Nike | Comparing Models and Features

Is a maximal or traditional running shoe best for you? Checkout how HOKA vs Nike compare in different models, style and fit.

On Cloud vs Hoka Shoes: How to Choose (Side By Side Comparisons)

How different do On Cloud vs Hoka running shoes feel? Which offers more cushion and which offers more stability? We tested!

Puma Deviate Nitro 3 Review | 200 Mile Update

A complete Puma Deviate Nitro 3 review from the good of the speed, to the not so great of the fit. Find out if it's a winner for you.

Asics Superblast 2 Review | 200 Mile Update (A Race Shoe for the Masses)

Can a max cushioned shoe really feel fast? The Asics Superblast 2 review dives in to what makes this expensive trainer so good.

Altra Paradigm 8 Review | Same Features, Lower Price, Win, Win

A stability shoe with a wide toe box, moderate cushion and durability, if that sounds like a win then the Altra Paradigm 8 is a must try.

On Cloudflow 5 Review | Ready for all the Tempo Work

If you like a firmer shoe for picking up the pace, the On Cloudflow 5 is going to be your ideal pick and it's improved from previous models.

Altra FWD Via 2 Review | Max Cushion that Doesn’t Feel Too Soft

Altra's max cushioned shoe that doesn't feel mushy or too soft, the Altra FWD Via 2 gives a 4mm drop with the toebox we love.

Why Runners Love the On Cloudsurfer Trail 2 for Roads and Groomed Trails

If you love cushion and love to go from road to gravel to dirt and back, then the On Cloudsurfer Trail 2 is going to be a top choice.

Hoka Clifton 10 Vs Bondi 9: We’ve Run in Every Model, Here’s What’s New

Updated with newest tested models of Clifton Vs Bondi. Understand how these two differ and which to pick for your runs.

Nike Vomero 18 Review | 200 Mile Update (We Love It)

Let us introduce you to one of the biggest max cushioned daily trainers on the market, the Nike Vomero 18 is a comfortable long run ride.

7 Best Nike Running Shoes: From Daily Trainers to Race Day

Find your perfect fit with our list of the 7 best Nike running shoes. Expert reviews on cushioning, support, and performance for every runner.

Hoka Mafate X Hiking Review | Maximum Cushion Meets Trail Safety

Looking for the most comfortable hiking boot ever with cushion and safety, the Hoka Mafate X Hiking Boot surprised us.

7 Best Topo Running Shoes: Wide Toe Box Comfort Without the Zero Drop

Topo running shoes often get overlooked, but we love their wide toe box and that they aren't zero drop making them better for many runners.

On Cloudmonster Review | It Still Lives Up to The Hype

How the On Cloudmonster changed the On running shoe line up and why we still think it's a winning daily trainer.

On CloudUltra 3 Review | 3rd Time is (mostly) a Charm

Our honest On CloudUltra 3 review covers everything you need to know about this trail running shoe, comfort, grip, and how it handles long distances. Let's see if it's right…

Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 3 Review | Only For Fast Midfoot Strikers

Mizuno is launching a lot of shoes and a lot of fast shoes. The Mizuno Wave Rebellion 3 is a lot of fun, but only for the right footstrike.

Nike Vomero Premium Review | The Moon Shoe That’s Designed to Delight Your Feet

Do you want the biggest cushioned shoe ever? A little bounce, a lot of fun? The Nike Vomero Premium is holding nothing back.

Craft Xplor 2 Review | Gravel Biking For Your Feet

Craft Xplor 2 is a fantastic shoe for runners who love spending some time offroad and on pavement. They took the learnings of a gravel bike!

Hoka Transport Review | All-Day Walking Shoe Where Lifestyle Meets Performance

From concrete to trails to everyday errands. We put the Hoka Transport through real world testing across different terrain and conditions.

Best New Balance Walking Shoes for Serious Walkers (Or Standing All Day)

Looking for a good New Balance walking shoe or for standing all day? We break down the key features and which ones will work best.

New Balance More v6 Review | More of That Cushion We Love

New Balance Move v6 is giving us all the cushion we desire at a lower stack height, with a lot of stability. Walkers will love it, as will easy runs.

Topo Phantom 4 WP Review | Waterproofing Winter Runner

Finding a true waterproof running shoe isn't easy, but the Topo Phantom 4 WP has done it, even if not with style.

Puma Magnify Nitro 3 Review | Perfect For All the Long Days on Your Feet

The max cushioned shoes keep coming and the Puma Magnify Nitro 3 fits in this category well as a daily shoe or a long run shoe.

Saucony Vs Asics | Key Differences and Models

How different do Saucony vs Asics running shoes feel? Fit? Which offers more cushion and which offers more stability? We tested!

Saucony vs Brooks: Which Running Shoes Are Better for Your Feet?

Two giants of the running shoe industry, find out how their shoes compare and which is right for your running. Brooks vs Saucony models

Craft Xplor Pro Review | A Speedier Road to Trail Option

Looking for a single shoe to handle a lot of surfaces, Craft Xplor Pro is an option that's both great for distance and picking up the pace.

Craft Pacer 2 Review | The Daily Trainer That Gets Noticed for All the Right Reasons

Craft Pacer 2 is turning heads with it's style, but we're more impressed with the overall feel and where it now fits in our shoe rotation.

ASICS Sonicblast Review | A Plated Trainer for The Middle of the Pack

A PEBAX plated cushioned shoe for the middle of the pack, the Asics Sonicblast is a shoe that can take you through many paces feeling solid.

Puma Velocity Nitro 4 Review | Narrow Fit, Great Affordable Trainer

Now in its fourth iteration, the Puma Velocity Nitro 4 continues to anchor the brand’s daily training lineup. As a versatile all-rounder, it balances comfort, efficiency, and durability, making it…

Best Altra Running Shoes + What Makes Them Unique

Curious about Altra Shoes? Find out what the 7 Best Altra running shoes are and the three things that set every Altra shoes apart from every other brand.

Hoka Challenger 8 Review | Road Comfort with Trail-Ready Improvements

Hoka Challenge 8 has made some big changes to improve it's trail capabilities, but also to the amount of cushion. We're still fans.

Hoka Mach X3 Review | Finally Worth the Hype, Grab This Shoe

The Hoka Mach X3 is a versatile shoe winner for the mid-pack runner, they've listened to runner feedback and it's the best version yet.

New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 Review | A Leaner, Meaner, Marathon Racer

Supercomp elite V5 is a winning leap forward for speed, but loses some of it's cushion and increased stack height means not everyone will love.

Nike Structure 26 Review | A Great Redesign, But Waiting on the Plus

The Nike Structure 26 is an updated stability running shoe, here’s our teams review of this update. Originally released over 30 years ago, the Structure has been a staple for…

Brooks Hyperion 3 Review | Gave Up Speed to Become a Better Daily Trainer

Brooks Hyperion 3 is a max cushioned shoe that doesn't quite feel max, it's not super fast or super soft, it's now a daily trainer.

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