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Brands

Merrell Pro Morph Hybrid Review | A Road-to-Trail Shape Shifter

Finding a great trail shoe is a must for many of us hitting both surfaces frequently. The Merell Pro Morph gets our vote for a top pick.

Topo Vista Review | Great Cushion and Grip, But There’s a Catch

Can you both love and dislike a shoe? We're going to keep using it frequently but the Topo Vista also has some drawbacks.

Brooks Hyperion Max 3 Review | Divided Minds On This Supertrainer

Did the updates to the Brooks Hyperion Max 3 make or break this super trainer? Check out the full review to see what we thought.

Saucony Hurricane 25 Review | Heavier Runners Snag This ASAP

Finding a stability shoe with a lot of cushion that stays stable is very hard. But the Saucony Hurricane 25 nails this idea!

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro EVO 2 Review | Next Level Running Comes with a Price Tag

$500 is a no joke price tag and the Adios Pro Evo 2 is a no joke running shoe. Designed for the sub 7 minute miler, our team has thoughts.

Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 Just Got Even Better – Here’s What Changed

Looking for a shoe that you can use for speed and longer efforts? The Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 remains a loved shoe for all these reasons.

ASICS GT-2000 13: The Stability Shoe That Doesn’t Compromise on Support

Will the stability runners love feel the same with it's recent update? Check out to see what our tester thought of the Asics GT-2000 13.

Skechers Aero Spark Review | Get Past the Brand For A Great All Arounder

Time to turn your eyes back to this well known brand. The Skeckers Aero Spark is priced well and can handle daily miles and speed sessions.

Nike Wildhorse 10 Review | An Evolution in Trail Comfort and Cushioning

An overhaul that has stolen our heart. The Nike Wildhorse 10 snagged a top spot in our trail running shoe rotation after this test.

Why Puma Running Shoes Deserve a Spot in Your Rotation (Top Picks Inside)

After many miles of testing, our review team has pulled together the Best Puma Running Shoes to help you make a decision from cushion to speed.

Skechers Aero Burst Review | Carbon Plated Funky Fun + Great Price

Welcome to a shoe with cushion and a carbon plate designed for the everyday runner. The Skechers Aero Burst is fun, flashy and we are here for it.

Saucony Vs New Balance | 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!

Nike Terra Kiger 10 Review | Lacking Versatility, But Not Speed

If you prefer less cushion for fast, short trail days the Nike Terra Kiger 10 has you covered and we trust the grip and performance.

Mizuno Wave Rider 28 Review | Traditional Trainer that Lives On

Looking for a traditional feeling running shoe with cushion, stability and durability the Mizuno Wave Rider 28 is still doing the job.

Altra Experience Flow 2 Review | Low Drop, Low Weight, High Times

Altra broke it's mold and designed a shoe with a 4mm heel drop. See what our team thought about the Altra Experience Flow 2.

Saucony Triumph 23 Real-World Testing of Max Cushion

A repeated go to shoe that we recommend for new runners and long runs, the Saucony Triumph 23 is a master class in cushion.

Salomon Aero Glide 3 GRVL Review | Ultra-Cushioned Road-to-Trail Shoe

A heavily cushioned running shoe for road to trails, the Aero Glide 3 GRVL takes their comfy road shoe and adds some key features.

New Balance Minimus TR BOA® v2 Review | Locked and Loaded To Lift

Get in to the gym with confidence and style in this updated New Balance Minimus TR. We tested the BOA version but all other details are the same.

Altra Experience Wild 2 Review | Altra Curious Welcome Here

Altra Experience Wild 2 is giving us all the foot shaped space we love with cushion and a 4mm drop. We're pretty excited for more miles in this shoe.

Most Comfortable Hoka Walking Shoes (from a Trainer)

Looking for a new pair of shoes to hit your daily step goal? After lots of testing, here's our list of the Best Hoka Walking Shoes.

New Balance Vs Brooks | Finding the Right Running Shoe

If you're looking for a wider toe box the New Balance Vs Brooks debate is quick. There's more debate if you're comparing cushion and stability

5 Best Hoka Walking Shoes for Standing & Walking All Day (From A Trainer)

If you're spending a lot of time on your feet, you can't go wrong with Hoka. Our multitester review of the best options for walking or work.

Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 Review | Cushion with Max Traction

The biggest thing we want from our trail shoes is traction and Saucony has upgraded that here! The Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 is comfort and security.

Hoka vs Asics: Which Brand Wins for Cushioning, Fit & Durability?

Comparing Hoka vs ASICS running shoes could largely be described as a difference in fit and feel, along with some company philosophy if you care about those things. But of…

Hoka Clifton Vs Mach | Which Neutral Cushioned Trainer To Pick?

Updated with newest tested models, HOKA Clifton Vs Mach, comparing fit, feel and features to help you decide.

Hoka Skyflow Review – Our 300 Mile Update

Hoka has added a new cushioned shoe to the line up, filling a gap between Clifton and Bondi. A full Hoka Skyflow review of features and fit

Hoka Mafate X Review | Winning 100 Milers and Our Daily Runs

The Hoka Mafate X is a max cushioned carbon plated shoe that you'll love for the long miles on any terrain. Our team put them to the test

TOPO MTN Racer 4 Review | More of a Good Thing

Looking for that trail shoe which can run and hike, good grip, good toe box? Let's talk about the Topo MTN Racer 4 and what our tester discovered.

Topo Phantom 4 Review | Consistently Good Feel

Topo Phantom 4 is a classic daily trainer with a great toe box and a moderate cushion that will cover a lot of miles.

Nike Vaporfly 4 Review | Narrowly Faster

For an extremely popular shoe, Nike wasn't afraid to make changes in the Nike Vaporfly 4. It's lighter, lower and still a little unstable.

Craft Nordlite Ultra 2 Review | Versatile Road to Trail Performance

An all day shoe for road to trail adventures, the Craft Nordlite Ultra 2 kept the changes minimal but improved on a good start.

Brooks Ghost 16 Review | Same But Different

Read our review to learn about Brooks Ghost 16 fit and feel for a daily running shoe, compared to the 15 and Ghost max.

Brooks Ghost 17 Review | Reliable Over Flashy

The Brooks Ghost 17 has had a few changes that increase our recommendations of this daily trainer. Checkout our review to learn why.

Craft Nordlite Tempo Review | Plateless Speed

Ready for a lightweight narrow fit running shoe that can also handle daily training? Craft Nordlite Tempo shows us their newest last

New Balance Fresh Foam x Hierro v9 Review | Chunky Monkey Daily Trainer

A well loved trail shoe recently got a makeover. The New Balance Hierro v9 is a hit or a complete miss depending on the tester.

On Cloudultra 2 Review | Feeling The Trail

Do you love that ground contact feel? Need a shoe for ultrarunning? Let's talk about the On Cloudultra 2 trail shoe.

7 Best Brooks Shoes for Walking or Standing All Day

Looking for a new pair of walking shoes? Check out our list of the best Brooks shoes for walking to see what we think performs best.

Hoka Clifton 10 Review | Dropping Big Changes

Their first 8mm drop comes in a long time beloved daily trainer the Hoka Clifton 10. We think it still holds up and will continue to a favorite.

New Balance Fresh Foam x 880v15 Review | Everyday Running at it’s Best

Looking to get away from cushy feeling shoes? Check out our review of the New Balance 880v15, promising a firmer feeling underfoot.

Hoka Vs Brooks Running Shoes: What Runners Really Think

Hoka vs Brooks running shoes, diving in to how these major brands compare in fit and feel. Looking at comparable models for cushion and support.

Asics Gel-Nimbus 27 Review | Baby Got Back

A shoe with insane cushion, that still feels stable? Let's talk about the plushest shoe from the brand, the Asics Gel Nimbus 27 review is in.

Altra Mont Blanc Speed Review | Feeling Fast to Go The Distance

When you're looking for comfort, a wide toebox, traction and fun, then Altra Mont Blanc Speed is ready to step up to the trail and go!

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