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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
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Speed Training

Adidas Adios 9

Lightweight training shoe designed for short-distance speedwork
Adidas Adios 9
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPEE
Weight (oz)
6.2
Drop (mm)
7
Support
Neutral
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Daily Trainer

Mizuno Neo Zen

Everyday running shoe with a soft, fun and bouncy ride. Top pick of 2025
Mizuno Neo Zen
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPU
Weight (oz)
8.3
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
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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
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Speed Training

Adidas Evo SL

Speed training shoe with race foam and aggressive geometry
Adidas Evo SL
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPEE
Weight (oz)
8.1
Drop (mm)
7
Support
Neutral
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Speed Training

Asics Noosa Tri 16

Lightweight speed training shoe designed for triathlons
Asics Noosa Tri 16
Price
$135
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
7.6
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
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Daily Trainer

Hoka Rincon 4

No-frills everyday running shoe designed for versatility
Hoka Rincon 4
Price
$125
Plated?
No
Foam
Unbranded EVA
Weight (oz)
8.3
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
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Speed Training

Topo Specter 2

Marathon training shoe with bouncy and firm ride
Topo Specter 2
Price
$165
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.1
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Mild Stability
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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
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Speed Training

Nike Pegasus Plus

Speed training shoe with a firm and peppy ride
Nike Pegasus Plus
Price
$180
Plated?
No
Foam
TPE & PEBA Blend
Weight (oz)
8.4
Drop (mm)
10
Support
Neutral
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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
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Race Day

Asics Metaspeed Edge Paris

Aggressive and lightweight racing shoe for fast PR attempts. Slightly more cushioned feel than the Sky Paris
Asics Metaspeed Edge Paris
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
6.5
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
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Daily Trainer

Hoka Mach 6

Top pick for fast workouts and fun everyday miles
Hoka Mach 6
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
8.3
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
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Daily Trainer

Craft Pro Endur Distance

Bouncy daily trainer that is firm and stable
Craft Pro Endur Distance
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPU
Weight (oz)
8.3
Drop (mm)
9
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Craft Endurance 2

Versatile daily trainer with a bouncy but firm ride
Craft Endurance 2
Price
$144
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPU
Weight (oz)
8.6
Drop (mm)
9
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Craft Pacer

Lightweight everyday running shoe with a fast and stable ride
Craft Pacer
Price
$135
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded TPE
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Mild Stability
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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
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Daily Trainer

New Balance Rebel v4

Lightweight trainer for everyday miles and speed workouts
New Balance Rebel v4
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
80% EVA, 20% PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.5
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Mild Stability
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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
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Race Day

Hoka Cielo Road

Non-plated workout shoe and 5k racer with fast and snappy ride
Hoka Cielo Road
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.1
Drop (mm)
3
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Hoka Rincon 3

Lightweight trainer with smooth and fast ride
Hoka Rincon 3
Price
$125
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
7.3
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
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Speed Training

New Balance FuelCell Rebel v3

Lightweight workout shoe with lively and flexible ride
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v3
Price
$130
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPU & EVA
Weight (oz)
7.1
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
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Daily Trainer

Brooks Launch 10

Affordable everyday running shoe with firm and responsive ride
Brooks Launch 10
Price
$110
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.3
Drop (mm)
10
Support
Neutral
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Daily Trainer

Brooks Launch 9

Simple everyday running shoe with firm and responsive ride
Brooks Launch 9
Price
$70
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.2
Drop (mm)
10
Support
Neutral
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Daily Trainer

Hoka Clifton 9

Cushioned everyday shoe designed for walking and light running
Hoka Clifton 9
Price
$145
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.7
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Topo Athletic Cyclone 2

Lightweight speed training shoe with minimal feel, bouncy ride and roomy toe-box
Topo Athletic Cyclone 2
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
6.7
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Adidas Adizero SL

Everyday running shoe with fast and firm ride
Adidas Adizero SL
Price
$120
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, Supercritical TPE
Weight (oz)
8.0
Drop (mm)
9
Support
Neutral
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Daily Trainer

Brooks Aurora BL

Max-cushioned trainer with versatile and responsive ride
Brooks Aurora BL
Price
$200
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
8.5
Drop (mm)
6
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
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Race Day

Saucony Sinister

Racing flat with lightweight construction and minimalist feel
Saucony Sinister
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
4.9
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
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Daily Trainer

Saucony Freedom Crossport

Running–gym shoe hybrid with super foam and planted feel
Saucony Freedom Crossport
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.6
Drop (mm)
4
Support
Mild 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

Speed Training

Altra Vanish Tempo

Zero drop workout shoe with soft and bouncy ride
Altra Vanish Tempo
Price
$170
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPE
Weight (oz)
8.2
Drop (mm)
0
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Hoka Mach 5

Lightweight everyday running shoe with comfortable and versatile ride
Hoka Mach 5
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
8.2
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Saucony Kinvara 14

Lightweight workout shoe with modest stack and responsive ride
Saucony Kinvara 14
Price
$120
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
7.0
Drop (mm)
4
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

Daily Trainer

Saucony Axon 3

Affordable trainer with ample cushioning and versatile ride
Saucony Axon 3
Price
$100
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.5
Drop (mm)
4
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Atreyu Base Model

Budget-friendly trainer with minimalist stack and rubber-free outsole
Atreyu Base Model
Price
$85
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
5.9
Drop (mm)
7
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

On Cloudsurfer

Plush daily trainer with computer-optimized CloudTec Phase pods
On Cloudsurfer
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, Olefin
Weight (oz)
8.6
Drop (mm)
10
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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