Hoka Bondi 9

Comfortable everyday running shoe with smooth ride. Top pick of 2025

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The Hoka Bondi 9 is a max cushioned daily trainer with a cushioned, smooth and stable ride. This version is a major update from the Bondi 8, which was a walking favorite with a firmer ride. The 9 softens up the midsole just enough while still providing a stable and supportive platform for longer miles. This is a great choice for comfortable everyday runs as well as high-mileage marathon training. It performed well on a 20 mile long run out of the box and still felt great beyond 100 miles of testing. It's tuned for comfort over speed, so if you're looking for a faster everyday shoe, consider the Asics Novablast 5.
Category
Max comfort
Release Date
January 2025
Plated?
No
Type of Plate
None
Foam
Unbranded
Foam Compound
Supercritical EVA
Ride
Cushioned, Smooth, Stable
Heel Stack (mm)
44.0
Forefoot Stack (mm)
39.0
Drop (mm)
5
Weight (mens size 9)
10.8
Support
Mild Stability
Fit
True to size

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Max comfort

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
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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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Max comfort

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
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