Best running shoe on Reddit
177 reviews from r/RunningShoeGeeks, r/AskRunningShoeGeeks, r/widefeet and 18 more subreddits
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#1
Hoka
4.2
(32)
"After losing 20kg I now run in superblast 2 (long runs over 15km) and hoka skyward x (everyday runs)."
"After losing 20kg I now run in superblast 2 (long runs over 15km) and hoka skyward x (everyday runs)."
"Good brands: Hoka, Asics, On, Brooks, Nike, New Balance, Saucony."
"I swear by Hokas now. I get the most cushioned ones."
"I used the Superblast 2 the entire time, changed my socks once."
"Superblasts, brooks glycerine max or hoka cielo would be my top picks."
"I train in Hoka Skyward X and raced Chicago Marathon in the Cielo X."
"I like Hoka Cielo X."
"I love my Hoka trail runners!"
"Massive fan of the Hoka Mach 6, great mix of lightweight, cushioned, and responsive."
#2
ASICS
4.3
(31)
"I lost 20kg running in asics nimbus (slow pace) and nike invincible 2 and 3 (faster runs, races)."
"I recommend the ASICS Novablasts."
"The most comfortable running shoe I have ever owned."
"It's an amazing shoe."
"I love my nimbus 25."
"I will wear the Novablast for my upcoming marathon."
"Novablast!"
"Asics gel nimbus 25 (which is the previous model). I have flat feet and find them comfortable."
"Just picked up the ASICS Gel Nimbus 26 myself. And it’s such a nice shoe."
"Asics Novablast are awesome"
#3
Saucony
4.5
(26)
"I ended up with Saucony with PowerStep insoles."
"Saucony triumph 21 are great shoes and you can routinely find them on Amazon for under $100."
"Saucony Tempus, only 90 usd on sale rn."
"Saucony Triumph 21."
"Saucony triumph 20 and 21 have plenty of cushion in the heel."
"My partner has similar feet to you - he swears by the Saucony Tempus."
"My favorite distance trainer is the Saucony Triumph."
"Those Triumph 21s are my favorite pair of shoes!"
"Saucony endorphin speed 3s are my favorite shoe."
"I probably have over 10,000 miles running with Saucony, definitely no complaints."
#4
Brooks
4.4
(18)
"A popular brand for my class was brooks ghost. Definitely get your foot fitted and see what works for you."
"Brooks Ghost Max 2 is my vote."
"I came out with a pair of Brooks Ghost Max."
"If you like the Ghosts I would stick with Brooks and get the Glycerins."
"I turned to the Glycerin Max instead, and luckily, my local store had it in stock."
"I love Brooks glycerin Max, my favorite road shoe."
"Brooks 4e has been the best for me."
"I’ve been happy with the brooks ghost max in x-wide."
"I've heard Brooks ghosts are pretty good for beginners."
"I have you tried brooks or hokas?"
#5
Nike
4.1
(16)
"I lost 20kg running in asics nimbus (slow pace) and nike invincible 2 and 3 (faster runs, races)."
"I recently run in the Vomero 17s for my daily trainers, and love them."
"I bought a pair of Nike Air Zoom Pegasus in February 2023 as my running shoes."
"Worked well for me."
"Worked well for me."
"Personally, I found Nike Vomero were best for my flat feet."
"The Pegasus 41 is eventually gonna go on sale by years end."
"Nike Pegasus 41."
"Nike Pegasus 40 and Asics Gel Nimbus 25 are a great fit."
"I'm thinking the Nike Invincible 3 but would love other recommendations."
#6
Adidas
4.2
(10)
"I like the Adidas Terrex GTX stuff."
"The speed ultras are probably my favourite shoe I've ever had"
"Adidas SL2."
"Adidas SL2. Can be had on sale for like $90."
"Adizero sl."
"I like the adidas SL1s."
"If you like something firmer - Adidas SL2"
"I run exclusively in adidas Boston 12 and pro 3 for occasional long runs and races."
"Adidas Solar Glide ST 3 for a running beginner."
"Adidas Duramo SL for a running beginner."
#7
New Balance
4.2
(10)
"I’m ready to buy a backup pair just in case they go out of stock."
"I just got the new balance 1080 (version 13)."
"If you like a soft underfoot feel - NB 1080v13"
"I would recommend something like new balance 880v14 Which a great daily trainer."
"Nb rebel v4 or Boston 12"
"I use the NB 1080s as well. I tried two others in the last year but ended up going back to the New Balances for my most recent pair."
"I'm considering using the 1080v13s since I just got the More v4s and really like them."
"Very basic question? Novablast 3 or Fuelcell rebel 3 and why?"
"Are the NB Fuelcell Propel 4 a good pick for me?"
"Thinking rebel v4, Saucony speed 4 or nimbus."
#8
Mizuno
4.4
(5)
"An amazing shoe, soft, bouncy, stable, comfortable."
"I think the new Mizuno Wave Rider 28 might be a good shoe to consider, I am in love with this shoe."
"Maybe try Mizuno Neo Vista."
"Mizuno wave rider 27 on sale ~$100."
"I use Mizuno waveriders, which I do enjoy."
#9
Topo
4.2
(5)
"Nothing has come close to being as good."
"Asics GT-2000, Saucony Tempest or Topo Aura."
"Topo athletic makes some waterproof shoes."
"Topo MT-5 could work."
"However if you want something with a super wide toe box that isn’t zero drop, then topo is lik."
#10
Asics
4.0
(4)
"Asics GT-2000, Saucony Tempest or Topo Aura."
"I replaced my old NB 880 with Asics GT-2000."
"Been just replacing with the same model since."
"Been just replacing with the same model since."
#11
Run Away
5.0
(3)
"Two people in our family have gotten shows from Run Away."
"Run Away is the right choice here."
"Run away shoes for sure."
#12
Puma
4.0
(3)
"It's a nimbus but with better grip."
"Puma velocity nitro 3."
"Just saw the deviate nitro 2 on sale on the puma website for $108."
#13
Salomon
4.0
(2)
"Try Salomon Thundercross."
"Try Salomon Thundercross."
#14
Altra
4.0
(2)
"I would suggest the Altra FWD or the Altra Escalante."
"Altra are all footshaped shoes."
#15
Speedland
5.0
(1)
"Love my Speedland GS for PNW winters."
#16
Fleet Feet
5.0
(1)
"I recommend going to a running shoe store to get your foot fitted and see the different options."
#17
Arc'teryx
5.0
(1)
"Averaged 20000 steps a day, no real break in period needed."
#18
Hykes
4.0
(1)
"I would recommend Hykes Escapes."
#19
Atreyu
4.0
(1)
"The Atreyu Base Trail is only $115, and has treated me well so far."
#20
Craft
4.0
(1)
"If available try the Craft Pacer. Most underrated shoe imo."
#21
NNormal
4.0
(1)
"I have 2 pairs of NNormal Kjerag and like them a lot."
#22
Skechers
4.0
(1)
"Skechers go run ride 11."
#23
On Cloud
4.0
(1)
"Oncloud has lots of waterproof shoes!"
#24
ES4
4.0
(1)
"I found them great!"
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