Cheap Running Shoes
If you are looking for a pair of cheap running shoes then we can help you find the best prices on the internet. Below we have searched the sales departments of our retailers to find you the cheapest trainers. No longer do you need to spend more than £50.00 to get a “decent” pair of running shoes. By purchasing last seasons models you can save as much as 50%. In addition to this several of the manufacturers are now launching running shoes with an RRP of less than £49.99. Take for example the New Balance N-Fuse or the Adidas Kanadia; both great running shoes that rival more expensive models.
However, we would not recommend that you buy a pair of running shoes just because they are cheap. Please take a look at our running shoe advice page and read our user reviews to make sure that they are the best running shoes for you. Finally, if you are still unsure please email us or post a message on our blog and we will do our best to help you.
Remember, even if you are buying cheap running shoes you should still be looking for quality – you should not have to compromise. The running shoes that you buy should give you miles of pain free and enjoyable running!
| Running Shoe | RRP | Price | Saving | ||
| Nike Air Mayfly Men’s Running Shoe 2007 |
£24.99 |
£18.47 |
26% |
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The Lightest Racing Shoe Available! \r\nThe Nike Air Mayfly Running shoe is the lightest racing shoe available weighing only 135g due to the ripstop nylon… | ||||
| Asics Gel Foundation 7 A/W Men’s Running Shoe 2007 |
£70.00 |
£23.47 |
66% |
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New colour for Autumn/Winter 2007. For the severe over-pronator seeking a supportive, well cushioned, high mileage training shoe. This shoe features IGS… | ||||
| Asics Gel Blackhawk 2 S/S Women’s Running Shoe 2009 |
£49.99 |
£24.95 |
50% |
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The Asics Gel Blackhawk 2 running shoe is ideal for the entry level athlete seeking a comfortable, breathable and durable shoe. A vast array of Asics’… | ||||
| Asics Gel Enduro 5 Women’s Running Shoes 2009 |
£50.00 |
£24.95 |
50% |
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The Asics Gel-Enduro is an ideal entry level trail shoe with features that will provide all the support comfort and protection you’ll need for taking… | ||||
| Mizuno Wave Genesis 3 S/S Men’s Running Shoes 2009 |
£39.99 |
£24.98 |
38% |
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Looking for a shoe that gives you all the benefits of a performance shoe with all the comfort of a cushioned shoe and at a great price? The Mizuno Wave… | ||||
| ASICS Hyper XC Running Shoes |
£50.00 |
£24.98 |
50% |
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Mesh Sole: Compression molded EVA midsole |
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| Nike Air Zoom Skylon+ 11 Men’s Running Shoe 2008 |
£79.99 |
£24.98 |
69% |
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The Nike Air Zoom Skylon+ 11 is a well cushioned and flexible shoe. The Skylon+ 11 is a fast shoe for the serious runner who looks for an advantage in… | ||||
| Mizuno Wave Azure 4 A/W Men’s Running Shoes 2009 |
£29.99 |
£24.98 |
17% |
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The Mizuno Azure 4 is a great entry level shoe designed for value and durability. With Mizuno’s wave technology for great cushioning.
Parallel… |
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| New Balance 910 Women’s Trail Running Shoes 2009 |
£80.00 |
£27.20 |
66% |
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Off-road trainer designed to provide cushioning and stability featuring a waterproof and highly breathable GORE-TEX® XCR® lining. | ||||
| Asics Gel Blackhawk 2 S/S Men’s Running Shoes 2009 |
£49.99 |
£27.95 |
44% |
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The Asics Gel Blackhawk 2 running shoe is ideal for the entry level athlete seeking a comfortable, breathable and durable shoe. A vast array of Asics’… | ||||
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Click on the following link to view all our running shoes in order from the cheapest to the most expensive.
Research shows expensive trainers are a waste of money…
Do you get value for money when you buy an expensive pair of running shoes?
A small study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine concludes that expensive trainers are not worth the money. It says that cheap running shoes and moderately priced running shoes are just as good, if not better, in terms of cushioning impact and overall comfort.
The research findings are based on a comparison of nine pairs of trainers, bought from three different manufacturers, in three different price ranges. The cheapest pairs were priced at £40 to £45, with the moderate range costing £60 to £65. The three most expensive pairs cost £70 to £75.
Participants were not told how much any of the shoes cost. Plantar pressure-the force produced by the impact of the sole hitting the ground was recorded in eight different areas of the sole, using a special device (Pedar) attached to the shoes. Different models performed differently for different areas of the foot. But, overall, there were no major differences among the shoes, irrespective of brand or price. In fact, plantar pressure was lower in the cheap to moderately priced shoes, although this difference was not statistically significant.
Runners were also asked to rate the comfort of the shoes from “least” to “most comfortable imaginable,” using a validated graded scale.
Rating the trainers for comfort, volunteers found the cheap running shoes were the equal of their pricier counterparts.
Asked why more expensive trainers seemed not to gain better ratings than cheaper running shoes, Dr Abboud said: “That is a question for the manufacturers. Is it the design, or the material, or just the publicity and the marketing?
“There is a perception that if you pay more, you get more, but that is highly questionable.”
He added that trainers of all prices were usually made with similar materials in the same factories in China.
Around two-and-a-half times our bodyweight in pressure is put on our feet when we run. Inadequate support can result in injuries such as knee pain, shin splints, stress fractures, tendinitis and muscle tears.
Compared with running barefoot, a decent pair of trainers reduces the impact on feet and knees by around a third.
Dr Abboud said that his research was supported by previous findings that found wearing shoes that boasted advanced safety features in fact often led to runners suffering greater injuries.
He said: “It has been suggested that the advertising of advanced safety features and protective devices of more expensive running shoes is deceptive; runners subconsciously subject themselves to greater impact forces, thereby increasing the risk of injury.
“This accounted for a 123 per cent greater injury frequency observed amongst runners who trained in expensive running shoes compared with those running in less expensive models or brands.”
What we say…
The above study is far from conclusive due to the size of the study group but we look forward to reading more from Dr Abboud in 2008. Talking from experience we would suggest that when choosing a pair of running shoes do not let price determine your decision. In other words don’t just buy them because they are cheap and likewise because they are expensive. Visit a running specialist who can analyze your running style and recommend a pair of running shoes to suit you. However, if you are happy with a particular model of running shoe we would recommend that you take a look at the previous model since they are often 30-40% cheaper.
£40 to £45 is still not very cheap but we would recommend that if you wish to take up running seriously that you spend a minimum of £40 on a pair of running shoes. Mizuno and Asics both produce some very good “cheap” running shoes that are ideal for 5-10k’s. Click on the following link to view all our running shoes in order from the cheapest to the most expensive.
