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Online Running Coach | Running Shoe and Gear Reviews

Understanding Your Shoes

Looking for a lightweight shoe that will allow you to pick up the pace, but not looking for carbon fiber? Thousands of miles and lots of testing later, we’ve got some of our topic picks and plenty of reviews to guide your decision. A shoe you want to hear about? Drop us a line!

Featured Reviews

7 Best Lightweight Running Shoes | Amp Up Your Speed

What is Stack Height? Here’s Why It Matter in Running Shoes

Zero Drop Running Shoes: What Are They + Pros and Cons

Lightweight Running Shoes

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.

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

10 Best Low Drop Running Shoes (Helping to Resolve IT Band and Other Issues)

We say it so much that we feel like a broken record- how a shoe fits and feels can completely change your run. If you’re on the hunt for the…

10 Best Marathon Running Shoes Ranked: Speed, Cushion, and Support

A complete guide to the best marathon shoes. What to look for, to the best shoes according to your running, preferences and foot type.

Mizuno Neo Zen Review | Lightweight Comfort

For those newer to running you may not remember when Mizuno was the go to shoe in the early 2000’s. They’re making a comeback with big changes to the lineup.…

Brooks Launch 11 Review | A Budget Friendly Choice

Finding a running shoe that won't break the bank is becoming a sport. The Brooks Launch 11 is a lightweight option for a lot of runners.

Topo Cyclone 3 Review | Light as a Feather

With very minor updates to the Topo Cyclone 3, is it still a go-to speed shoe? Let's see what our tester thought about the upgraded fit.

7 Best Lightweight Running Shoes | Amp Up Your Speed

Choosing a pair of fast shoes for running can be tricky. Lightweight running shoes come in a variety of styles, learn about our top picks from testing.

Saucony Kinvara 15 Review | Maintaining Its Roots

Looking for less stack height, lighter, faster, feel good? Our Saucony Kinvara 15 review will show you why we continue to love this shoe.

Brooks Hyperion 2 Review | Lightweight Firmer Speed Shoe

Looking for a lightweight speed shoe without a carbon plate? Checkout our review of the Brooks Hyperion 2 for your next workout.

New On Cloudsurfer Review | A Fabulous Update

A deep dive in to the changes in the new Cloudsurfer from past versions. See improvements to this daily cushioned trainer.

Hoka Mach vs New Balance Rebel

Side by side comparison of Hoka Mach 6 vs New Balance Rebel V4. Talking fit, feel and function of two similar lightweight running shoes.

New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 Review | Let’s Dance

Are you ready for a lightweight race day shoe without a carbon plate? This NB Rebel V4 review will give you the details to see if it's a fit.

Running Shoe Rotation: Why It’s a Must For Your Training

How many types of running shoes do you need? Let's talk about why your running shoe rotation is so important and how to build it.

Saucony Kinvara 14 Review: Lightweight Running Shoe

The Kinvara 14 is a great low heel drop shoe for those loving a minimal feel with cushion and those looking for some speed.

7 Secrets to Break Through

Feeling stuck? Discover which of the 7 most common runner issues is holding you back in this free program. Videos, interviews, workouts and more!