Amanda Furrer

When it comes to recommending a daily trainer for new runners, our ride or die has long been Brooks’s Ghost. Recently, however, we’ve had our sights on the Glycerin 21. It could be that new Brooks go-to everyday trainer for runners who want just a bit more cushioning than the Ghost 16. Both shoes provide a comfy, responsive ride for beginners and vets alike. Your decision between the two will likely come down to how much foam you prefer underfoot. We tested the latest iterations of the shoes—the…

Under Armour knew its athletes weren’t as well equipped as their competitors on race day—and that needed to change quickly. So UA fast-tracked the Flow Velociti Elite, developing its first super shoe within a year, and starting work on an improved second version. Before the first Velociti Elite was even available to the masses, a v2 prototype had already appeared on Sharon Lokedi at the 2022 New York City Marathon. She won her marathon debut with an impressive time of 2:23:23 and proved her spon…

In the last decade, the running singlet—once reserved for amateur competitors and professional athletes—has gone mainstream not only on race day but also on everyday runs. Apparel brands like Tracksmith, Rabbit, and Bandit have established themselves as purveyors of the competitive runner’s uniform. Tracksmith in particular has adapted “amateur” as a keyword embedded into its brand, underscoring the word’s Latin roots—amator means lover—and that we’re all lovers of our sport. To celebrate the se…

There was an unprecedented number of Asics shoes among the fastest runners at this year’s Olympic Marathon Trials in Orlando, Florida. If you combine the first 10 runners from the men’s and women’s fields, a quarter of those 20 finishers wore an Asics super shoe (for comparison, that percentage ties with Nike wearers). Those shoes—the Metaspeed Sky Paris and Metaspeed Edge Paris—will be on sale March 4, so the rest of us can at least pretend we’re Clayton Young-fast. Key Specs*Available: March 4…

Who it’s for: Runners looking for a daily trainer with a high stack height and a plush, responsive midsole Preceded by: Magnify Nitro, Velocity Nitro 2For runners who like: Hoka Bondi 8, Brooks Glycerin 21Midsole: NitroFoam (a nitrogen-infused TPEE-based material)Key tech: NitroGrip outsole, 40mm stack heightThe shoeMy first impression wearing the Puma Magnify Nitro 2: plush comfort. My impression once I started running in it: that same comfort level, plus high rebound. It’s as if the panther wa…

Over a year after Tracksmith launched its first Eliot Runner training shoe, the brand has unveiled its first Eliot Racer super shoe. The shoe is planned for a summer release, coinciding with the 2024 Olympic games.Our RW test team will put the Eliot Racer through the usual rigorous testing once we’ve received the finished product. But, we did take a first look at the prototype – which is still being fine-tuned before its launch – in the week leading up to the US Olympic Marathon Trials. When T…

On a Tuesday afternoon at the West Orange Trail outside of Orlando, Florida, Tracksmith ASP (Amateur Support Program) athletes prepare for the Olympic Marathon Trials. Even though the race is just four days away, the mood is relatively calm.One of the runners is 25-year-old Amelia Keyser-Gibson, a University of Washington graduate student studying plant science. She’s running her first Trials and is laced up in the Tracksmith Eliot Racer prototype. The shoe is planned for a summer release, coinc…

Type: Road racingWeight: 209g (W6), 263g (M8)Drop: 7mmHeel height: 37mm (W), 39mm (M)Forefoot height: 30mm (W), 32mm (M)Who it’s for: Runners who want a propulsive super shoe with an aggressive rocker, but also need a wide and stable platform when racingFor runners who like: Nike Alphafly Next% 3, Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3, Saucony Endorphin Pro 3The shoeThe Cielo X1 came into being when Hoka found itself at a crossroads in 2022. The brand was faced with two choices: make a third iteration of t…

The Cielo X1 came into being when Hoka found itself at a crossroads in 2022. The brand was faced with two choices: make a third Rocket X or create a completely different kind of Hoka racing shoe. The first Rocket X came out in 2020, and Hoka spent three full years working on the Rocket X 2. Rather than hasten the third version, Hoka postponed liftoff on a Rocket X 3 and chose the new model route instead, reaching for the sky with the Cielo X1. Available: NowType: Road racingWeight: 7.4 oz (W8),…

Since its successful running shoe launch back in 2022, Lululemon has expanded its women’s footwear collection to include several road, trail, and cross-training models. Soon, the brand will release its first shoe for men. The Beyondfeel—which will also be available in a women’s version—debuts this March. Our testers logged mileage in the shoe this past fall and winter, some using the Blissfeel—the brand’s first running shoe—for comparison. (We awarded the Blissfeel Gear of the Year in 2022.) We…

The Mach X was conceived to meet Hoka-sponsored athletes’ desires for a shoe that could boost their training. The shoe combines the signature comfort and support the Mach franchise is known for with a Pebax plate to provide a propulsive edge during hard workouts. The midsole foam, called ProflyX, is made from PEBA and EVA and replaces the Mach 5 and Mach Supersonic’s supercritical Profly+ material, giving the Hoka Mach X a bouncier ride. Who It’s For: Runners training for a race who want both a…

In 2020, Brooks’s development team used the Hyperion Tempo as a prototype to test DNA Flash, the nitrogen-infused foam that would eventually be used in the brand’s supershoes. Rechristened simply as “Hyperion,” the shoe formerly known as the Hyperion Tempo is back with the same foam. Brooks HyperionWho It’s For: Speed demons looking for a lightweight, responsive trainer; marathoners fitting speedwork on their training planPreceded By: Hyperion Tempo, Hyperion MaxFor Runners Who Like: Brooks Laun…

Before you even consider the Saucony Sinister, know that it’s unlike other racers in our current golden age of super shoes. The hi-viz Sinister is the minimalist unicorn in a herd of tricked-out Nike Alphaflys and «insert-any-brand-here» Elites. Take for example Adidas’s Adizero Adios Pro 3, which has a 39.5mm heel and 31mm forefoot. In contrast, the Sinister has a 25mm heel and 19mm forefoot—and you’d be right in guessing that the small stack height doesn’t house a carbon-fiber plate. It’s the…

Choosing a running shoe can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help. We offer easy methods to determine your arch type, shoe size, and gait style that will guide you along your shoe selection process. With your specific foot traits in mind, we’ll address the most important questions to ask yourself when you’re deciding between different shoe types. Based on your needs, we’ll point you to the top suggestions from our fully-tested running shoe roundups. After perusing this guide, you’ll just need…

Tutte le scarpe da running da acquistare in offerta La guida su come pulire le scarpe da runningNike Alphafly 3 Vs Adidas Adios Pro Evo 1Alla fine di novembre mi sono recata ad Austin, in Texas, per partecipare alla fiera annuale The Running Event (il più importante evento mondiale per il mondo del running). Ho incontrato i brand di calzature per dare un’occhiata alle anteprime delle migliori scarpe da corsa del 2024. Con poco tempo a disposizione, ho camminato velocemente da un appuntamento all…

Paul and I were having brunch with friends, talking about upcoming travel plans, when he mentioned that we were flying to Berlin in September so I could race the marathon. Naturally, the conversation shifted to running. As we chatted about dessert- ​flavored gels, running through NYC’s boroughs, and the 20-mile-long run, someone asked, “Has Paul ever raced with you?”I shot my partner an incriminating look as he offered back a pained smile.Back in November 2022, I was shopping for a half marathon…

Longtime Brooks favorites like the Hyperion and Ghost are expanding their family trees. The Hyperion Max, for example, is more cushioned than the standard race-ready Hyperion, but heavier by just a tenth of an ounce. On the other end of the spectrum is the Ghost Max, a titan of a shoe comparable to Hoka’s max-​cushioned Bondi.Who It’s For: Runners seeking a max-cushioned trainer for base building and easy days, and Brooks Ghost fans wanting a more-cushioned ride Preceded By: Brooks Ghost 15For R…

Somehow, the Triumph just keeps getting better. Our wear-testers almost-unanimously gave the daily trainer high ratings in every category, from fit to comfort to cushioning. Even the one tester who gave less-than-impressed feedback on the shoe’s weight and speed—“it’s a few fries short of a Happy Meal”—couldn’t deny the Saucony Triumph 21 a high score. “This shoe does a lot right, with its cozy fit and interior,” he said. From the lacing to the midsole, that coziness won out as our testers’ favo…

At the end of November, I traveled to Austin, Texas, to attend the annual trade show, The Running Event. I met with shoe brands for a sneak peek at next year’s best running shoes. With little time to spare, I speed walked from appointment to appointment, taking very amateur shoe photographs and scribbling down everything designers said about their new footwear. From what I parsed from my notes, here are some of the hottest racing shoes and daily trainers coming out in 2024. Editor’s Note: Prices…

At the end of November, I traveled to Austin, Texas, to attend the annual trade show, The Running Event. I met with shoe brands for a sneak peek at next year’s best running shoes. With little time to spare—although, I did pause for a photo with Jaci the Sloth and devoured a maple ice cream cone from the Untapped truck—I speed walked from appointment to appointment, taking very amateur shoe photographs and scribbling down everything designers said about their new footwear. Here’s what I parsed fr…