running shoes

Asics shoes continue their strong podium showing, with On Cloudboom Strike dominating the men’s podium, and weight is still a top priority.

Asics dominated, representing half the top-10 finishers, with On and Hoka models making strong appearances.

We break down the best triathlon running shoes based on sockless comfort, transition speed, heat dissipation, water drainage, and more.

A ladies' swimsuit made from neoprene, recovery devices ideal for travel, non-super running shoes, and more top our editors' list this month.

We found the lightest running shoe in each category—from super shoe racers to max-cushioned trainers—to help you fly through the miles.

Three surprising shoe picks for the podium, with a good mix of brands rounded out the 10 fastest shoes at the 2025 Ironman World Championship in Nice. Our expert shoe tester breaks down each one.

The Triathlete team was in Nice, France, in the week leading up to the men's 2025 Ironman World Championship, and we got exclusive access to top podium contenders to see what swim goggles, bike helmets, and running shoes they'll be racing with this weekend.

In a time when specifically tuned super shoes might work for Ironman World Championship winners, but maybe not so much for the rest of us, Hoka’s Rocket X 3 provides accessible assistance.

Norwegian coach Mikal Iden, along with his wife, Jess, are behind a new style of elastic shoelaces for triathletes. Tim Heming dives in to learn more and tests a pair.

These 12 innovative running shoes will keep you stable without sacrificing comfort or holding you back

The editors of Outside Run have handpicked the best deals on the internet for huge spring sales on popular models from some of our favorite brands: Hoka, On, Brooks, and more.

Models from Asics, New Balance, Hoka, and more have been listed as “prohibited” by Ironman for the 2025 season. Ironman head referee Jimmy Riccitello explains why.

The 133-page patent filed today shows Nike could be interested in putting valves, fluid, buttons, and “electronic communication features” in future shoes to control the level of support.

Cleats strapped to my shoes let me get out on roads and trails no matter how slippery

With new models from Adidas, Brooks, Hoka, On, and Saucony, this year looks to usher in a new era of super-fast, super-light running shoes. Run's editor-in-chief breaks down what to lust for in 2025.

Taylor Knibb and Jelle Geens were crowned champions as Hoka Rocket X 2 and On Cloudboom Strike ended up the most prolific shoes at the front of the 2024 Ironman 70.3 World Championship.

One-off, experimental running shoes sometimes can come across as head-scratchers, but they play an important role in bringing new tech to the masses.

Most running shoe brands are selling shoes that exceed Ironman, Challenge Family, and USA Triathlon’s competition-legal standards. We weigh the pros and cons of training and racing with “illegal super-duper shoes.”

What do Norwegian triathletes Kristian Blummenfelt and Gustav Iden have in common with a 1.5 kilometer-long filament? On's newest "spray on" super shoes - the staggeringly expensive $330 Cloudboom Strike LS.

We don’t yet know all the effects of carbon-plated super shoes, but coaches agree on some key principles when using them in training

Nike was the shoe count champion at the front of the men’s race, while Patrick Lange was the fastest runner of the day wearing a pair of Adidas Adizero Adios Pro EVO 1 at the 2024 Ironman World Championship in Kona.

We look at an unnamed prototype helmet, $300 race shoes, and all sorts of goggle choices from some of the top contenders at the 2024 Ironman World Championship in Kona.

After a year of testing, we've identified 12 marathon shoes that will boost your performance and make the race more enjoyable

We put over 130 road running shoes through thousands of miles of long runs, speed workouts, races, and daily jaunts. These 19 emerged as the best.

With a new crop of high-cushion trail running shoes for both on- and off-road miles, triathletes should start thinking about one of these three off-road all-rounders for their long runs.

Canadian brand Hettas is funding research on female running biomechanics to make the sport better—and design performance running shoes for women.

You’ve found your favorite comfortable, cushioned trainer. Great. Now complete your running shoe quiver to stay strong and get the most out of the sport.

Our shoe expert is here to help you connect the dots between that perfect race-day pair and trainers that best complement them.

From super high-stack racers to ultra-fast, carbon-plated running shoes to light and agile trail runners, here’s a glimpse of five of the coolest pairs for 2024 we spied at TRE's annual running trade show in Austin.

Modern running shoes are designed for injury prevention and comfort - but does that come at a cost? Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff breaks down the results of a new study on how the footwear you choose might affect the way you run - for better and for worse.

Seven innovative running shoes that deliver a stable ride without compromising comfort 

Here’s a look at the shoes worn by the top 10 finishers at this year’s women’s world championship race in Hawaii.

New shoe brand Vimazi claims to have optimized its models to your speed. We put them to the test.

Here’s what we liked about these newly released running shoes from our initial wear-testing

These bargain picks cost half as much as top-end supershoes, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be super in them

There is evidence to suggest this popular footwear option might be a contributing factor in bone stress injuries.

Our initial testing reveals the updates to the beloved, game-changing Nike Vaporfly make it an even better racing shoe than before.

The Rivera 3 delivers the benefits of Altra's footshaped fit and balanced, zero-drop design without feeling weird.

Beef up your kicks to handle snow, ice, and other tricky winter terrain.

Hoka (finally) reveals “That Shoe” we saw in Kona, a look at a funky (and pricey) pair from Mizuno, Reebok revamped, and more from last week's The Running Event in Austin, TX.

We put 49 pairs through their paces. These 7 came out ahead.

Exclusive: An investigation into the legality of Gustav Iden’s prototype Hawaii Ironman run shoes has lead to a surprising conclusion: anything goes. But other than the Norwegians, nobody seems to know.

The Under Armour HOVR Machina 3 is made for the high mileage runner looking to finish strong

We review five of the most exciting new triathlon race-day shoes for fall 2022.

We take a close look at the super “green” (and super springy) new Tree Flyer lightweight earth-friendly trainers from Allbirds.

We take a look at seven of the most interesting lightweight running shoes for fast training days or even long events.

For most of their history, running shoes have been marketed and sold for their ability to reduce injury. That has changed.

The brand took its time entering the super-shoe race, but its new, responsive model for marathoners was worth the wait

$100 for a carbon-plated super shoe? $80 for a pair of 6-ounce trainers? We dig into Atreyu’s current offerings and see if the disruptive, Austin-based brand has truly cracked the running shoe code.

We look at three new pairs of agile trail shoes for offroad running adventures: Hoka’s Zinal, Brooks’ Catamount, and Saucony’s Peregrine 11.

Companies are coming up with innovative solutions to make the running shoe industry more eco-conscious.

We break down the background behind the Swiss brand's recent IPO and review five of On Running's top shoes for triathletes.

Plus seven pairs your feet will love—even as you ramp up the miles.

Sure, most running shoes can do it all, but what are the absolute best types of running shoes for long runs, tempo runs, recovery runs, long- and short-course racing, and more? Our shoe expert breaks it down.

We took a look at 21 new and recent shoes and broke each down into their ideal use: long runs, recovery runs, tempo runs, runs while you travel, and more. Take a look at our top picks (and honorable mentions) for every run under the sun.

Short tack or tall stack? What triathletes should know about stack heights, cushioning, and the difference between maximalist and minimalist shoes.

Run your way to a PR this off-season with the help of our run shoe guide.

We put some serious miles into three very different, cutting-edge pairs of brand-new, cush-forward running shoes: Hoka’s Bondi X, Saucony’s Endorphin Shift 2, and Craft’s CTM Ultra.

It can be a controversial topic, but it's well worth knowing the pros and cons of maximalist shoes.

We ran in ten super shoes, back-to-back, and compared their feel and ride so you can narrow your search for the best model that fits your stride and preferences.

Smelly running shoes happen. Find out why, and follow these steps to rid your shoes of the stench.

Experts explore where the running shoe industry is going next.

As scientists continue to debate what elements create super shoe magic, what does it mean for you as you select your next racing shoes?

It’s time we broadened our concept of running shoe stability.

The new Asics Dynablast might be light on flashy features, but we take a quick peek at why this is a notable offering in today's shoe market.

Few changes? Few problems. This well-loved pair of lightweight trainers/long-course racers from Hoka gets a tiny update in the Rincon 2 that fans will mildly love but won’t impress haters.

Hoka's new Rincon 2 mirrors last year's version—with the exception of a slightly updated upper—but that might be a good thing.

New Balance gets squish-plus-support right in their new FuelCell Prism lightweight trainer.

New Balance's latest offering, the FuelCell Prism, is a bouncy ball of cushy foam with some decent stability chops and some fun tri-friendly details.

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The Draw: A different animal

The Draw: Race, train flyweight

The Draw: Dynamic design

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