Amanda Furrer
Test Editor
Amanda is a test editor at Runner’s World who has run the Boston Marathon every year since 2013; she's a former professional baker with a master’s in gastronomy and she carb-loads on snickerdoodles.
Why the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24 Will Be Your New Favorite Daily Trainer
The comfy wraparound fit, supportive cushioning, and nonintrusive guide rails make this shoe an everyday workhorse.
The Springy Adrenaline GTS 24 Won’t Disappoint Lovers of Adrenalines Past
The cushioned stability shoe checked off all the boxes and more for RW+ member Grace Ramey.
The Best New Shoes You Can Buy Now
Our wear testers logged thousands of miles in the season’s best shoes to help you pick the right pair.
The 10 Best Winter Running Shoes For Icy, Snowy, and Slushy Cold-Weather Runs
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For a Soft Ride Off Road, Lace Up in the Salomon DRX Defy Grvl
Our game RW+ member and tester found the shoe unlike anything she’s run in before, and—spoiler—she loved it.
Trail Runners and Thru-Hikers: The Lone Peak 8 Is Your Shoe
Sep 25, 2024.
The 70 Best New Running Shoes Coming in 2025
Nov 20, 2024 The Running Event to give you an early peek at the hottest new shoes.
Want an Offbeat Super Shoe? Consider the Zigzagged Reebok Floatzig X1
Nov 13, 2024 pushes you to run one speed: FAST.
Find Lux Cushioning Running in New Balance’s Fresh Foam X 880 v14
RW+ member Joseph Huber—formerly a Hoka-loyalist—fell in love with the shoe’s “squishy” ride.
Gear of the Year 2024
The best running shoes, apparel, electronics, and more that you can get right now.
Get More Pop During Speed Sessions in the Brooks Hyperion 2
An RW+ member who loves the Adrenaline GTS—a more cushioned Brooks shoe—tested the Hyperion 2. He loved it so much he bought another pair.
Mount to Coast’s Plush P1 Proves Trying a Lesser Known Shoe Brand Isn’t that Scary
One brave RW+ member, who never heard of MTC, ran in the brand’s newest trainer, the soft and supportive P1.
What to Wear Running the 2024 NYC Marathon
Fluctuating weather predictions giving you race anxiety? Here’s how to dress for marathon success.
The 9 Best Massage Guns For Post-Workout Recovery
Oct 30, 2024.
The 7 Best Affordable Running Shoes That Help You Save Big Without Sacrificing Comfort
Don’t mistake them as only for “beginners.” Trickle-down design means sub-$100 shoes are more capable than ever.
The Softest, Bounciest Brooks Running Shoe? It’s the Glycerin Max
A first look at Brooks’s newest max-cushioned shoe promises a brighter, lighter, springier future.
Looking for Abrasion-Resistant and Comfy Trail Shoes? Try the MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx
Dec 11, 2024.
What Is True About Having to Scale Back Running Before Getting Pregnant?
When a doctor told this writer to stop running marathons and gain weight before conceiving, she looked into the science behind this advice.
Why Should You Race in this Diadora Shoe? It Has the Same Carbon Fiber as a Ducati
Built for speed, the Gara Carbon has a carbon-fiber plate manufactured by the same supplier of the renowned motorcycle company.
Searching for a Daily Trainer? A Brooks Ghost Fan Considers the Adidas Ultraboost 5X
Not a fan of heavy running shoes, this RW+ member liked the Ultraboost’s light weight and smooth ride.
Want to Run an Ultra But You’re Trail-Averse? Try New Shoe Brand Mount to Coast
Mount to Coast’s new road shoes are designed for racing hundreds of miles over multiple days.
The 14 Best Sports Bras for Runners That Offer Support and Comfort
From pullovers to underwires, these are the models that got our tester’s seal of sweaty approval.
For a Super Shoe That Feels Like a Track Flat, Try the New Balance Pacer v2
An RW+ member, who usually runs in the plush FuelCell SuperComp Trainer, tested the brand’s lightest road racing shoe.
Apply to Test Shoes and Appear on How Was Your Run
All you need to know to appear on a future episode.
Need Cushioned Protection on the Trail? Try the Altra Timp 5
One RW+ member painstakingly tested the heck out of it on the gnarly trails of Colorado.
If You’re Curious About Zero Drop Shoes, Start With the Altra Experience
Altra releases three shoes—neutral, stability, trail—with a 4mm drop to cater to all kinds of runners who want to dabble in low heel lift footwear.
Is the Brooks Glycerin 21 Comfier Than Its Predecessor? An RW+ Member Finds Out
RW+ member Brian McGowan’s favorite shoe is the Glycerin GTS 20. Watch the full episode to see if it was dethroned.
The 8 Best Running Rain Jackets Keep You Dry and on Pace
Don’t let a drizzle keep you from crushing your goals.
A Gait Analysis Says I Have A++ Form—But Here’s Why There’s Room to Improve
Oct 28, 2024.
If You Overpronate and Like Hoka, Give the Arahi 7 a Chance
RW+ member Carlos Davila usually runs in the Hoka Mach X. Test editor Amanda Furrer breaks down what separates the Arahi 7 from the brand’s other offerings.
The 10 Best Running Shoes for Women
These pairs are the current road and trail favorites of our women’s wear-test team.
Curious About Zero-Drop? One RW+ Member Took a Step in That Direction
RW+ member Nina tests the Altra Experience Form—and gets test editor Amanda Furrer’s expert take.