Best running shoe on Reddit
232 reviews from r/AskRunningShoeGeeks, r/RunningShoeGeeks, r/beginnerrunning and 25 more subreddits
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#1
ASICS
4.4
(44)
"Asics Nimbus, Cumulus, or Excite. All good for flat feet at different price points."
"Just get some novablast 5’s."
"Just get a pair of novablast 5’s."
"Go get an ASICS Novablast (Novablast 4 is near your budget these days) and you're golden."
"Novablast 4. I got both pegasus 41 and puma dev ntro 2, I still go nova all the time."
"I’ve run 200+ mi on my Novablast 4s and I enjoy them."
"I was using ASICS 2000 or ASICS gel kayano."
"Max cushion trainer"
"I lost 20kg running in asics nimbus (slow pace) and nike invincible 2 and 3 (faster runs, races)."
"I recommend the ASICS Novablasts."
#2
Saucony
4.5
(39)
"If so, try the Saucony Tempus for something that’s more nimble while also having good cushion."
"Extremely comfortable for me too."
"My #1 recommendation is the Saucony endorphin pro 4."
"I ended up with Saucony with PowerStep insoles."
"It's responsive, with a more balanced cushioning for everyday runs."
"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."
#3
Hoka
4.2
(35)
"I loveeeeee my Clifton 9s. They have a meta rocker in them so they kind of propel you forward."
"I LOVE my Clifton 9s. It’s like running on clouds."
"I love my Hoka Clifton 9s."
"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)."
"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 love my Hoka trail runners!"
#4
Brooks
4.5
(29)
"Brooks Ghost or Asics Nimbus. Both are legit running shoes, but work well for everyday wear also."
"If you want most comfortable shoes look at Brooks Glycerin Max."
"I love the Brooks Ghost."
"Max cushion trainer"
"It feels really good!"
"I swear by Brooks Ghost."
"Comfy, bouncy, best running shoes I've ever owned."
"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."
#5
Nike
4.1
(24)
"The Vomero 18 has great cushioning and comfort, perfect for long runs."
"I recommend the Nike Pegasus line."
"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."
"Oh Nike outlets often have the Pegasus for really good deals!!! And it’s a workhorse of a shoe"
"Saucony Hurricane 24, Brooks Ghost, Nike Pegasus, Reebok Floatride, Puma Velocity Nitro."
"Solid choice Vomero 18 or NewBalance Rebel V4 both nasa 7-8k range."
"Nike pegasus 41 or vomero 17 both good budget options."
"Worked well for me."
#6
Asics
4.3
(12)
"Asics Novablast 5. Best daily trainer by far."
"The Novablast 5 are the better shoes for running, in fact they are one of the better daily trainers from any brand out currently."
"Asics Kayano 31"
"All around training shoe"
"Seems like a solid option."
"Asics GT-2000, Saucony Tempest or Topo Aura."
"Hoka Gaviota, Asics Kayano."
"May be Novablast 5 can fit your requirements."
"Asics Gel Contend 4b, 4b+, 5b."
"I replaced my old NB 880 with Asics GT-2000."
#7
Adidas
4.1
(12)
"I can recommend the Adidas Boston 12 enough."
"The speed ultras are probably my favourite shoe I've ever had"
"If just basing from your list, I would pick the Boston 12 but I might hold off for the newest version - Boston 13."
"Adidas Ultraboost, even though it's more of a lifestyle shoe, it's branded for running."
"Adizero Evo SL."
"I would suggest adizero sl2 or puma velocity nitro 3."
"I would recommend the wide size, since they’re sized snugger than the Adios Pro."
"Adidas SL2."
"Adidas SL2. Can be had on sale for like $90."
"If you like something firmer - Adidas SL2"
#8
New Balance
4.2
(10)
"They are available in up to 4E."
"They are incredible & have changed my life for the better."
"I just got the new balance 1080 (version 13)."
"New Balance 880 v14 sounds like the right option for you."
"If you like a soft underfoot feel - NB 1080v13"
"Nb rebel v4 or Boston 12"
"I'm considering using the 1080v13s since I just got the More v4s and really like them."
"I just got the More v4s and really like them."
"Thinking rebel v4, Saucony speed 4 or nimbus."
"I bought some NB 880s in 10.5 4E and NB Hierro v7s in 11 2E."
#9
Mizuno
4.5
(4)
"For me it’s the Mizzuno wave inspire xx right now."
"An amazing shoe, soft, bouncy, stable, comfortable."
"Maybe try Mizuno Neo Vista."
"I’ve heard great things about Mizuno for beginners like me."
#10
Topo
4.3
(4)
"Nothing has come close to being as good."
"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."
#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
Salomon
4.0
(3)
"Try Salomon Thundercross."
"I have Salomon Slabs which I recommend for more technical stuff."
"Try Salomon Thundercross."
#13
Puma
4.0
(2)
"Puma Velocity Nitro 3 better than Pegasus and cheaper too."
"Puma velocity nitro 3."
#14
Boston
5.0
(1)
"Boston 12 would be the most Durable, continental runner outsole and midsole are very durable and would give you a very long life and very fun and fast shoe."
#15
La Sportiva
5.0
(1)
"La Sportiva Blizzard are perfect."
#16
Speedland
5.0
(1)
"Love my Speedland GS for PNW winters."
#17
Xero
4.0
(1)
"I use xero mesa trail WP for winter runs. They work great for wet slushy days or even snow days."
#18
On
4.0
(1)
"On Cloud runner 2"
#19
Supercomp
4.0
(1)
"Supercomp. Also check out some of craft's options."
#20
VJ
4.0
(1)
"For snow and ice, VJ Ace with micro spikes."
#21
S4
4.0
(1)
"I'm looking for a recommendation between the Asics Superblast, Novablast 4 and S4."
#22
Hykes
4.0
(1)
"I would recommend Hykes Escapes."
#23
Atreyu
4.0
(1)
"The Atreyu Base Trail is only $115, and has treated me well so far."
#24
Altra
3.0
(1)
"I like my Altria for running but short distances."
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