It took Altra a while to release the Escalante 5, but we think the wait was worth it. We were impressed by the improved energy return, comfortable and breathable knit upper, and the expected roomy ...

The Brooks Cascadia 20 finally gets the upgrade we had been waiting for. In our experience, the addition of Vibram Megagrip transforms the shoe, while the new DNA Flash v2 foam helps reduce weight ...

The HOKA Speedgoat 7 finally delivers the supercritical EVA upgrade that many runners have been waiting for, and we think it pushes the series in the right direction. We were impressed by the ...

The Vibram FiveFingers V-Run is the purest barefoot running shoe we've tested to date. In our experience, it delivers unmatched ground feel and incredible flexibility. We were especially impressed by ...

Runners who prefer plush midsoles will likely find the Mach 7 too firm, as its supercritical EVA foam leans toward the firmer side. Instead, we recommend the adidas Supernova Rise 3 or the New Balance ...

The Cloudmonster 3 holds onto what defines the series: a high stack, firm ride, CloudTec midsole, and a premium-feeling upper. However, we also found that it is heavy, firm, expensive, and lacking ...

Like most popular cross-trainers today, the Dropset 4 shifts towards versatility, moving away from its lifting-focused identity. But as our lab tests showed, this redesign did not compromise the ...

Enjoyed version 1 and 2 but found them a bit too firm. This new version delivers a much softer ride! Want a super trainer that blends bounce, stability, durability, and strong grip in a single package ...

The La Sportiva Prodigio Pro blends eye-catching design with real performance. We were impressed by the energetic ride, especially during faster efforts where the forefoot felt quick and responsive.

A great trail shoe must deliver from top to bottom, and we think the ASICS Trabuco 14 does exactly that. In our lab tests, we found that the new FF Blast Max midsole brings a lively, comfortable ride ...

With many track spikes available, you decided to go with Nike. In this guide, we will cover which technologies make them special, and we will discuss lab data and the design that makes them stiff, ...

We were excited to see Brooks finally deliver the long-awaited foam upgrade in the Cascadia 19, as the DNA Loft v3 makes the ride noticeably softer, smoother, and more enjoyable on the trails. During ...