8mm Drop
‍Running Shoes

Be consistent in comfort, style and speed with the best 8mm drop performance running shoes

Race Day

Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 PB

Light, fast racing shoe with a bouncy, smooth ride
Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 PB
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Salomon Aero Glide 3

Bouncy and comfortable daily trainer with good protection and durability
Salomon Aero Glide 3
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded TPU
Weight (oz)
8.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Gel-Cumulus 27

Everyday running shoe with a smooth and firm ride
Asics Gel-Cumulus 27
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
280.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Saucony Endorphin Trainer

Cushioned and stable marathon training shoe great for long runs
Saucony Endorphin Trainer
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical TPEE, EVA
Weight (oz)
9.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Ride 18

Versatile everyday running shoe with a comfortable ride
Saucony Ride 18
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded TPU
Weight (oz)
9.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Asics Gel-Nimbus 27

Cushioned everyday running shoe with a soft and smooth ride
Asics Gel-Nimbus 27
Price
$165
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
10.4
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Novablast 5

Everyday running shoe designed for comfort and fun. Best daily trainer of 2025
Asics Novablast 5
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
Not disclosed
Weight (oz)
8.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Tempus 2

Top stability shoe offering blend of comfort and speed
Saucony Tempus 2
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, Beaded PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 2

Aggressive racing shoe designed for fast marathons
Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 2
Price
$260
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Aliphatic TPU
Weight (oz)
9.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Mizuno Neo Vista

Cushioned training shoe designed to blend comfort and speed
Mizuno Neo Vista
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
9.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

New Balance SC Pacer v2

5k and 10k racing shoe with low-profile construction
New Balance SC Pacer v2
Price
$200
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.4
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3

Soft and bouncy racing shoe with fast ride. Top pick for sub-3:30 marathoners
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3
Price
$230
Plated?
Yes
Foam
A-TPU
Weight (oz)
6.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Nike Zoom Fly 6

Plated training shoe designed for speed workouts
Nike Zoom Fly 6
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, EVA
Weight (oz)
8.6
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Superblast 2

Super max stack shoe designed for long runs
Asics Superblast 2
Price
$200
Plated?
No
Foam
Not disclosed
Weight (oz)
8.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Adidas Supernova Prima

Everyday running shoe with a smooth and cushioned ride
Adidas Supernova Prima
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA & PEBA Blend
Weight (oz)
9.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Asics Magic Speed 4

Fast, light and soft speed training shoe. Top pick for fast workouts
Asics Magic Speed 4
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA, PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Brooks Hyperion 2

Lightweight speed training shoe with fast and firm ride. Top pick for non-plated lightweight speed
Brooks Hyperion 2
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
TPEE, PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Puma MagMax Nitro

Non-plated max stack behemoth with a bouncy and cushioned ride. Best non-plated long run shoe of 2024
Puma MagMax Nitro
Price
$180
Plated?
No
Foam
Undisclosed blend
Weight (oz)
10.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

Salomon S/Lab Spectur

Comfort-oriented racing shoe designed for 4 hour marathon runners
Salomon S/Lab Spectur
Price
$220
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, EVA
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v14

Top pick for runners who want a versatile shoe with a cushioned, stable and smooth ride
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v14
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
10.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Casual wear

On Cloudflow 4

Firm lifestyle shoe that double as a lightweight trainer
On Cloudflow 4
Price
$160
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA/OBC
Weight (oz)
8.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Nike Zoom Fly 5

Cushioned daily trainer with a snappy plate
Nike Zoom Fly 5
Price
$160
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA/EVA
Weight (oz)
9.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Under Armour Infinite Elite

Max cushion shoe with a firmer ride
Under Armour Infinite Elite
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded-EVA
Weight (oz)
11.6
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Hylo Impact

Soft and bouncy daily trainer from environmentally-conscious brand
Hylo Impact
Price
$165
Plated?
No
Foam
Bio-EVA
Weight (oz)
10.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Brooks Hyperion Elite 4

Firm race day shoe for shorter distances
Brooks Hyperion Elite 4
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA/TPEE
Weight (oz)
7.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

ON Cloudspike 1500m

Flexible spike for training and middle distance
ON Cloudspike 1500m
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
4.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

ON Cloudspike 10000m

Cushioned but aggresive track spike for Middle and Long Distance events
ON Cloudspike 10000m
Price
$150
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
4.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Adidas Adizero Avanti Tyo

A soft and relaxed distance spike built for 5k-10k
Adidas Adizero Avanti Tyo
Price
$150
Plated?
Yes
Foam
TPEE
Weight (oz)
6.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v14

Durable everyday running shoe with a firm ride. We do not recommend this shoe
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v14
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
9.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Saucony Endorphin Pro 4

Soft and cushioned racing shoe with forgiving ride. Top pick of 2024
Saucony Endorphin Pro 4
Price
$225
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, Supercritical PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Saucony Endorphin Speed 4

Long distance training shoe designed for fast workouts and everyday miles
Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Omni 22

Cushioned stability shoe with firm and smooth ride
Saucony Omni 22
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
10.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Ride 17

Durability-oriented everyday running shoe with cushioned ride
Saucony Ride 17
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded TPU
Weight (oz)
9.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Gel-Nimbus 26

Max-cushioned cruiser with comfortable upper and soft, relaxed ride
Asics Gel-Nimbus 26
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
10.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Novablast 4

Comfortable everyday running shoe great for long runs and relaxed miles. Top pick of 2024
Asics Novablast 4
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
9.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Alphafly Next% 3

Marathon racer with fast and aggressive ride
Nike Alphafly Next% 3
Price
$285
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
6.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Puma Liberate Nitro 2

Lightweight minimal trainer with a snappy ride
Puma Liberate Nitro 2
Price
$120
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPEE
Weight (oz)
6.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer

Plated racing flat with snappy and responsive ride
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer
Price
$60
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPU & EVA
Weight (oz)
7.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

New Balance 1080v12

Durable everyday running shoe with a firmer cushioned ride
New Balance 1080v12
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
10.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Saucony Kinvara Pro

Versatile long distance training shoe with firm, cushioned ride. Top pick for bigger runners
Saucony Kinvara Pro
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, EVA
Weight (oz)
9.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Echelon 9

Max-cushioned, ortho-friendly trainer with comfortable ride
Saucony Echelon 9
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
10.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Brooks Hyperion Max

Plate-free workout shoe with firm and aggressive ride
Brooks Hyperion Max
Price
$170
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
7.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Omni 21

Stability trainer with dual-density midsole and cushioned ride
Saucony Omni 21
Price
$111
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
11.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Guide 16

Everyday stability trainer with firm and planted ride
Saucony Guide 16
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Ride 16

Everyday running shoe with firm and stable ride
Saucony Ride 16
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Under Armour UA Flow Velociti Elite

Carbon-plated racer with firm and efficient ride
Under Armour UA Flow Velociti Elite
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
7.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next% 2

Bouncy carbon-plated marathon racer with forefoot Air Zoom unit
Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next% 2
Price
$275
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 25

Comfort-oriented trainer with soft and cushioned ride
ASICS Gel-Cumulus 25
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Tempus

Fun everyday running shoe with bouncy foam and smooth ride. Top pick for runners who need stability
Saucony Tempus
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

ASICS Novablast 3

Max-cushioned daily trainer with soft and smooth ride
ASICS Novablast 3
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

Nylon plated trainer with big rocker and bouncy ride
Saucony Endorphin Speed 3
Price
$120
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25

Max-cushioned cruiser with plush ride and roomy upper
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
10.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

ASICS Metaspeed Edge+

Marathon racer for cadence-style runners
ASICS Metaspeed Edge+
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical Nylon
Weight (oz)
7.4
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Vaporfly Next% 3

Fast racing shoe with lightweight feel and bouncy ride
Nike Vaporfly Next% 3
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
6.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Saucony Endorphin Elite

Plated marathon racer with supercritical PEBA and aggressive rocker
Saucony Endorphin Elite
Price
$275
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Saucony Endorphin Pro 3

Rockered racing shoe with bouncy and stable ride. Our top pick for recreational runners
Saucony Endorphin Pro 3
Price
$150
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Brooks Hyperion Elite 3

Carbon-plated racer with supercritical foam and firmer ride
Brooks Hyperion Elite 3
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
8.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

ASICS Superblast

Max cushioned dual-foam trainer that excels at marathon paced efforts
ASICS Superblast
Price
$200
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, Supercritical Nylon
Weight (oz)
8.4
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails
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