PEBA Foam
‍Running Shoes

Hit your fastest paces with the best PEBA foam running shoes

Race Day

Nike Streakfly 2

Aggressive short-distance racing shoe with a direct and nimble ride
Nike Streakfly 2
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
4.5
Drop (mm)
4
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Vaporfly Next% 4

A comfortable and lightweight racing shoe that lacks excitement and bounce
Nike Vaporfly Next% 4
Price
$260
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
5.9
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

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

Max Cushion

Nike Pegasus Premium

Bouncy max cushioned shoe with a fun, floaty ride
Nike Pegasus Premium
Price
$210
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA, Oxygen
Weight (oz)
10.9
Drop (mm)
10
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Nike Vomero 18

Cushioned everyday running shoe with cushioned and smooth ride
Nike Vomero 18
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA, TPE
Weight (oz)
10.5
Drop (mm)
10
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

Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro 3 Beta

Marathon race shoe with tallest stack of foam on the market
Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro 3 Beta
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.7
Drop (mm)
4
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

Speed Training

On Cloudboom Zone

Speed training shoe with bouncy ride and sleek feel
On Cloudboom Zone
Price
$210
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.9
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

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
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Saucony Hurricane 24

Supportive and cushioned shoe with bouncy feel. Top pick for everyday comfort
Saucony Hurricane 24
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA, EVA
Weight (oz)
11.2
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

On Cloudboom Strike

Soft and bouncy racing shoe. Top pick for marathons
On Cloudboom Strike
Price
$280
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.5
Drop (mm)
4
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

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
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

New Balance SC Trainer v3

Long run shoe designed for comfort and bounce
New Balance SC Trainer v3
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA, PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.8
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Hoka Mach X2

Cushioned and bouncy marathon training shoe. Top pick for long runs
Hoka Mach X2
Price
$190
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA, PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
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

Daily Trainer

New Balance Fresh Foam X Balos v1

Soft everyday running shoe with fun, bouncy ride
New Balance Fresh Foam X Balos v1
Price
$200
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA & PEBA Blend
Weight (oz)
9.2
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

On Cloudspike Amplius

Brand new long distance spike from On
On Cloudspike Amplius
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
0.0
Drop (mm)
7
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

On Cloudspike Citius

On's newest middle distance spike
On Cloudspike Citius
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
0.0
Drop (mm)
7
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

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
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

Race Day

Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris

Aggressive and lightweight racing shoe for fast PR attempts. More aggressive feel than Edge Paris
Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
6.4
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Air Zoom Victory 2

Aggressive and bouncy spike suitable for middle distances
Nike Air Zoom Victory 2
Price
$190
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
0.0
Drop (mm)
0
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Dragonfly 2

Bouncy and Responsive track spike for Middle and Long Distances
Nike Dragonfly 2
Price
$160
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
0.0
Drop (mm)
0
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

On Cloudmonster Hyper

Versatile training shoe for fast workouts and everyday miles. Top pick for marathon training
On Cloudmonster Hyper
Price
$220
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend, PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.1
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Triumph 22

Cushioned daily trainer with bulky construction and flat-feeling forefoot
Saucony Triumph 22
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
10.1
Drop (mm)
10
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

Hoka Skyward X

Highly cushioned training shoe designed to blend comfort and speed
Hoka Skyward X
Price
$225
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA/EVA
Weight (oz)
10.8
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

Under Armour Velociti Elite 2

Marathon racing shoe with firm ride and low drop
Under Armour Velociti Elite 2
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA/EVA
Weight (oz)
8.2
Drop (mm)
2
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

PUMA evoSpeed Distance Nitro Elite+ 4

Aggressive middle distance spike
PUMA evoSpeed Distance Nitro Elite+ 4
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
4.6
Drop (mm)
0
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

PUMA evoSpeed Long Distance Nitro Elite 2

Lightweight flexible track spike for distance events
PUMA evoSpeed Long Distance Nitro Elite 2
Price
$150
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
5.3
Drop (mm)
0
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

New Balance MD-X V3

Bouncy middle distance spike featuring fuelcell foam
New Balance MD-X V3
Price
$160
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
4.9
Drop (mm)
0
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Diadora Velocita Carbon

Diadora Sprint Spike for 100m-400m
Diadora Velocita Carbon
Price
$290
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
6.3
Drop (mm)
0
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Asics Metaspeed MD

Cushioned middle distance spike from Asics
Asics Metaspeed MD
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
5.6
Drop (mm)
0
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Asics Metaspeed LD

Spikeless track spike for long distance track events
Asics Metaspeed LD
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
4.2
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

TYR Valkyrie Speedworks

Bouncy speed training shoe designed with extra support for bigger runners
TYR Valkyrie Speedworks
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Beaded PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.1
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

TYR Valkyrie Elite Carbon

Fast marathon racing shoe designed with extra support for bigger runners
TYR Valkyrie Elite Carbon
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Beaded PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.8
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

Hoka Cielo FlyX

Soft and cushioned track spike with the maximum amount of foam
Hoka Cielo FlyX
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
5.8
Drop (mm)
0
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

Nike Air Zoom Victory

Aggressive Middle Distance Spike for 400-800m
Nike Air Zoom Victory
Price
$190
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
4.6
Drop (mm)
0
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Dragonfly

Fast track spike for 1500m to 10k racing
Nike Dragonfly
Price
$160
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
4.7
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Adidas Supernova Rise

Comfortable everyday running shoe with a cushioned and peppy ride
Adidas Supernova Rise
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.9
Drop (mm)
10
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

Hoka Cielo X-1

Comfortable marathon racer with bouncy and cushioned ride
Hoka Cielo X-1
Price
$275
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.0
Drop (mm)
7
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

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
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

Race Day

Diadora Gara

Fast and comfortable marathon racer with aggressive toe off
Diadora Gara
Price
$300
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.1
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

New Balance SC Elite v4

Carbon plated marathon racer with stable and highly cushioned ride
New Balance SC Elite v4
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.1
Drop (mm)
4
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro 2

Bouncy marathon racing shoe designed for forefoot strikers
Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro 2
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.6
Drop (mm)
2
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 2

Speed training shoe with unique foam geometry and propulsive ride
Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 2
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, EVA
Weight (oz)
8.6
Drop (mm)
1
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Nike Vomero 17

Durable everyday running shoe with a peppy and cushioned ride. Top deal
Nike Vomero 17
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA, EVA
Weight (oz)
10.5
Drop (mm)
10
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

Max Cushion

Puma ForeverRUN Nitro

Light stability trainer with a cushioned ride
Puma ForeverRUN Nitro
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
10.0
Drop (mm)
10
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Trail Running

Nike Ultrafly

Plated trail racer with a cushioned and energetic ride
Nike Ultrafly
Price
$260
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical PEBA
Weight (oz)
10.0
Drop (mm)
9
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

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

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

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

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
BUYdetails

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

Trail Running

Saucony Endorphin Edge

Super trail shoe with slotted carbon plate and bouncy ride
Saucony Endorphin Edge
Price
$200
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.0
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Trail Running

Speedland GS:TAM

Super trail racer with dual-density max stack of bouncy foam
Speedland GS:TAM
Price
$275
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, PEBA Blend
Weight (oz)
10.7
Drop (mm)
7
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

Puma Fast-FWD NITRO Elite

5k and 10k racer with minimal forefoot and aggressive ride
Puma Fast-FWD NITRO Elite
Price
$220
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.1
Drop (mm)
9
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Hoka Mach X

Versatile distance training shoe with smooth and bouncy ride
Hoka Mach X
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical EVA, PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.4
Drop (mm)
5
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Puma Deviate Nitro 2

Distance training shoe with bouncy ride and grippy rubber outsole. Top pick for a do-it-all shoe
Puma Deviate Nitro 2
Price
$160
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA, Supercritical PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.2
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 2

Carbon-plate super shoe with soft ride and durable outsole
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 2
Price
$200
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.5
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Nike Invincible 3

Max-cushioned cruiser with bouncy super foam
Nike Invincible 3
Price
$180
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
10.9
Drop (mm)
9
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

On Cloudboom Echo 3

Super shoe with moderate stack and low-profile feel
On Cloudboom Echo 3
Price
$290
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.7
Drop (mm)
10
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike ZoomX Streakfly

5k and 10k road racer with partial carbon plate
Nike ZoomX Streakfly
Price
$160
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
6.0
Drop (mm)
6
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Nike Air Zoom Tempo Next%

Speedy plated trainer with Zoom Air forefoot units and firmer ride
Nike Air Zoom Tempo Next%
Price
$200
Plated?
Yes
Foam
TPE, PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
10
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

Race Day

Hoka Rocket X2

Carbon-plated race shoe with soft foam and smooth, rolling ride. Top pick for fast half marathons
Hoka Rocket X2
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.3
Drop (mm)
5
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

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

Race Day

Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro

Marathon racer with dual-foam midsole and carbon-infused nylon plate
Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical TPU, PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.7
Drop (mm)
7
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Tracksmith Eliot Runner

Peppy daily trainer with dual-foam Pebax midsole
Tracksmith Eliot Runner
Price
$198
Plated?
No
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.2
Drop (mm)
9
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
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