Best shoes for road running
From 5k’s to Marathons; here are our recommendations
We know that many people can’t get out into the country and therefore spend most of their time running the hard yards on the roads of their neighbour hood. So we thought that we would discover the best “Road Running Shoes“. Of course our recommendations depend on the distance you intend to run and that is why we have split them into two categories.
Training for 10km races or shorter
Anything up to 10km is really considered a test of speed rather than endurance (depending on the individual) therefore you will require responsive lightweight running shoes with suitable amounts of cushioning.
Saucony ProGrid Paramount 2
The ProGrid Paramount 2 is ideal for lightweight and fast runners who want some added cushioning and a fast responsive ride. The Saucony ProGrid Paramount 2 features Saucony’s latest impact deflection technology, ProGrid, which runs the full length of the shoe to absorb impact, dissipate shock and provide a seamless transition from heel to forefoot.One of the most comfortable, cushioned, responsive running shoes on the market today.
Asics Gel DS 14
The lighter weight Asics Gel DS Trainer 14 running shoes have adopted their shape from the most popular version, the Asics DS 7. For the first time the Asics DS Trainer has been widened in the midfoot to enable a more aggressive, gender specific, space trusstic improving the stability in the midsole re-categorising it as a structured shoe. Whilst the midsole has been lowered by 1mm than the previous model, the outsole is 2mm thicker. Despite the broad change, the weight of the shoe has been reduced to a very minimal 10.2oz.
Nike Lunarglide+
The Nike LunarGlide is at the forefront of the shoe game in terms of technology. The LunarGlide+ is Nike’s answer to runners looking for the best of both worlds when it comes to delivering stability and cushioning in a running shoe. Nike is doing this with a new shoe technology called Dynamic Support, a midsole system consisting of lightweight LunarLite foam that sits in a stiffer foam carriage and a rear-foot wedge which work in conjunction to adapt to an ever-changing runner’s gait.
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Training for over 10km i.e. half & full marathons
If you are training for an event that will take you in excess on an hour you will require running shoes that provide enough cushioning and support to make sure that you can absorb the repeated impact and keep your feet aligned when you are tired.
Nike Air Zoom Structure Triax+ 12
The Nike Zoom Structure Triax is back, and better than ever, with new improvements that not only benefit runners, but also the environment! The Air Structure Triax+ 12 provides the triad of cushioning, stability and lightweight. Everything you’ve come to trust in this shoe with a few new updates and it’s now NIKE+ Ready so you can keep track of your miles and speed on your iPod Nano. With advancements made to both the Men’s and Women’s shoe, the newest Zoom Structure Triax+ 12 gives your feet the amount of stability they need to help curb overpronation.
Asics Gel Nimbus 11
The Nimbus 11, in comparison with its predecessor model, has clearly been technically upgraded yet again. Rather than simply adding new features to the shoe for the sake of it Asics have actually bucked the trend of running shoe manufacturers and looked at what features actually worked on previous models. They have then reintroduced the successful features, removed any “extraneous” material and re engineered the midsole construction to create a lighter, more comfortable and more responsive shoe.
Saucony Progrid Triumph 6
The follow up to Runner’s World Magazine’s BEST SHOE 2008. The Saucony Triumph 6 combines the plushness of the Triumph 4 with the smooth transition of the Triumph 5 to produce a great cushioning shoe. Designed for the neutral runner, the Triumph 6 benefits from the latest full length ProGrid cushioning to absorb impact, dissipate shock and provide seamless transition from heel to forefoot.
Asics Gel Kayano 16
Improving on the already impressive Asics Kayano 15 the Asics Kayano 16 sets a benchmark for support running shoes in 2010. The weight has been reduced yet the cushioning improved. This is one of the top structured cushioned running shoes available and a firm favourite amongst serious runners. The ideal shoe for the high mileage runner seeking a blend of cushioning and support.
Brooks Ghost
A jack of all trades. The Ghost has enough quality cushioning for long, slow training runs yet it is also the fastest, lightest and smoothest trainer Brooks has ever produced. Admittedly it feels more comfortable at high speeds due to its secure snug fit, contoured arch and springy toe-off. If you want an everyday trainer that you can take to the races then the Ghost is the shoe for you.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
There are many more shoe suitable for road running, above is just a small selection of the best on offer. To view our full list of road running shoe please click on this link.
