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361° is a Chinese brand that is only outsold in its homeland by Nike. The Sensation 2 is light, slim and flexible, yet has broad appeal, suitable for interval sessions or long runs depending on your size and biomechanics. Cushioning and flexibility were rated as middling in the RW Shoe Lab, which explains their suitability for both racing and medium-distance runs. The fit was superb, but testers did have one quibble: the laces are so short you can only tie a single knot.

Heel cushioning: Neither very firm nor very soft

Forefoot cushioning: Quite firm

Flexibility: Neither very stiff nor very flexible

Weight: 322g (men’s), 262g (women’s)

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A shoe so light and speedy there’s every chance you won’t be the one doing the chasing. It’s clearly a performance model, best used for speed sessions and short races up to 10 miles – pounding out the reps in them was a thrilling experience for efficient runners, who loved the quick transition, the flexibility of the midfoot and the secure heel lock. The mesh was very breathable but then grip was patchy in wet conditions, making it a bit of a prima donna, so keep this shoe for short, fast runs in good weather.

Heel cushioning: Neither very firm nor very soft

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Flexibility: Very flexible

Weight: 227g (men’s), 185g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 10mm (men’s), 8mm (women’s)

Adidas bluza originals stan smith perforated boots 361° collection, this mid-range high-mileage shoe has two layers of foam – one soft section on top to caress your foot, and a solid layer underneath to provide a more stable platform. It proved quite a divisive shoe in testing: some of our runners found it rather stiff and bulky, while others found it reassuringly supportive. Heavier runners who are looking for a firmer ride, wider fit and few bells and whistles should get on well with this shoe.

Heel cushioning: Quite soft

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Flexibility: Quite stiff

Weight: 331g (men’s), 272g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 9mm (men’s), 6mm (women’s)

Fans of the Supernova Glide should know this is, in effect, version nine, Adidas has simply dropped the second part of the name. It’s a high-mileage neutral shoe that has been skilfully overhauled: less weight, a revamped upper, more traction on the Continental rubber outsole and more Boost midsole foam, especially in the heel. Our testers raved about the ‘bounce’, the ‘floaty feeling’, the ‘effortless pick-up’ and the ‘spring-heeled’ effect. The only thing to let it down (slightly) was a very narrow midfoot.

Heel cushioning: Extremely soft

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Flexibility: Very flexible

Weight: 307g (men’s), 262g (women’s)

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Altra has been making its mark in the US, specialising in zero-drop shoes with an extra-wide toebox. The Torin is its flagship neutral cushioning shoe, and while the Shoe Lab rated it as averagely cushioned in the heel, our testers found it soft and pillowy – but in the wrong places. The heel felt hard to land on, while the midfoot and forefoot were overly spongy. Add the inflexible outsole grooves and you have a shoe best kept for slower mid- to forefoot strikers looking for a hassle-free long run option.

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Flexibility: Extremely stiff

Weight: 260g (men’s), 209g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 0mm

After a few years of allowing the weight to creep up on this popular shoe – traditionally a hybrid of a racing and training shoe – Asics has dropped nearly 30g from this model to make it suitable again for longer races. However, this meant that testers who only experienced the last couple of versions were put off by the sudden lower weight and loss of support. The addition of full-length Flytefoam is welcome.

Heel cushioning: Neither very firm nor very soft

Forefoot cushioning: Quite firm

Flexibility: Very flexible

Weight: 229g (men’s), 191g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 10mm (men’s), 8mm (women’s)

When you a) charge an above-average price and b) make changes to a much-loved model, you need to be sure that what you produce hits the bullseye. That was not the case here. This iteration offers the familiar stable, pillowy, no-fuss ride for neutral runners, and the lighter Flytefoam cushioning material went down well with our testers. But an ‘improved fit’ was the opposite, with a new heel clutch failing to do its job, the toebox being a tight squeeze and the midfoot section not wrapping the foot adequately.

Heel cushioning: Quite soft

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Flexibility: Extremely stiff

Weight: 317g (men’s), 256g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 9mm (men’s), 12mm (women’s)

Adidas bluza intack spzl sale 2018 Asics’ mid-range stability shoe has barely changed from the previous version. It still has the same middle-of-the-road levels of cushioning, medial support, flexibility and fit. The unflashy solidity was reflected in our testers’ comments, with the most positive comment being, ‘I liked it because it didn’t get in the way.’ If you’re a mild-to-moderate overpronator you’ll enjoy the decent stability, and the soft inner lining has universal appeal, but other than that there’s not a lot to see here.

Heel cushioning: Quite soft

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Flexibility: Extremely stiff

Weight: 318g (men’s), 279g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 8mm (men’s), 9mm (women’s)

The Adrenaline has been around a long time and has barely – pardon the pun – put a foot wrong. Smooth, supportive and constant, it’s the Gregory Peck of stability shoes. As is wise when you’ve got a winning formula, not much has been messed with from last time – some tweaking with the lacing eyelets and a deeper V-groove in the outsole for a slightly smoother transition are about the extent of it. This remains a hugely impressive, versatile, high-mileage stability shoe.

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Flexibility: Extremely stiff

Weight: 310g (men’s), 252g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 13mm (men’s), 11mm (women’s)

This is more restrained than the first version of what was almost a concept shoe: the outsole ‘propulsion pods’ that protruded from the side have been reduced in size, switched from round to square and kept within the curve of the last (the shoe’s outline), though they still give good bb6388 return. The shoe is still decoupled under the midfoot, which is designed to provide a more powerful toe-off but our testers found it neither help nor hindrance. Fast, sleek, and good for races up to half marathon.

Heel cushioning: Neither very firm nor very soft

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Flexibility: Quite stiff

Weight: 281g (men’s), 232g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 3mm (men’s), 6mm (women’s)

Impressive high build quality, dependability and all-round shoe craft from Brooks. While the Ravenna 8 never quite nosed into the running for an award it still tested very well. Our runners loved the mild support, plush cushioning and the continuity: Brooks has not made any radical changes, instead tweaking the mesh upper, slightly improving the lacing system and putting more blown rubber in the outsole for a springier toe-off – evolution rather than revolution. A perfect long-run option for mild overpronators.

Heel cushioning: Quite soft

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Flexibility: Quite stiff

Weight: 306g (men’s), 254g (women’s)

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The Transcend is known for its chunky midsole cushioning, which divides runners. For some the traditional heel drop and distance between foot and floor area were a turn-off. For others, they were a licence to romp through the streets kyrie worrying about careful foot placement. The other signature feature is a guiderail around the outside of the shoe at the top of the midsole, nudging your foot back to the middle if you over- or under-pronate. It’s higher on this version, for extra support.

Heel cushioning: Extremely soft

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Flexibility: Quite stiff

Weight: 308g (men’s), 250g (women’s)

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The Arahi is Hoka’s first stability shoe and follows the brand’s tradition of providing a huge wodge of cushioning foam at a low weight. To this has been added a J-shaped section of tougher EVA foam along the medial (inside) side of the shoe and around the back of the heel to support your foot if it starts rolling inwards too far. Testers loved the support and responsiveness, but some work is needed on the fit, as reports noted a tight midfoot and a too-wide toebox. A good workhorse for heavier overpronators.

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Weight: 272g (men’s), 224g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 6mm (men’s), 7mm (women’s)

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Entering its third decade on the market, we’re pretty sure there will be runners out there who have been wearing the Wave Rider for half their lives or more – a remarkable achievement that few shoes can manage. Over the years Mizuno has tweaked and tinkered with its flagship high-mileage neutral shoe, but never moved too far away from the essential DNA. The changes this time have hit the bullseye – it was one of the highest-rated shoes we’ve ever had on test. Testers loved the new softer midsole foam, which gave a slightly plusher ride kyrie compromising on ground feel; and the flipping upside down of the long-standing Mizuno wave plate, which gave a more nuanced feel to impact protection.

Heel cushioning: Extremely soft

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Weight: 292g (men’s), 235g (women’s)

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Heel cushioning: Quite soft

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Flexibility: Quite stiff

Weight: 299g (men’s), 246g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 8mm (men’s), 6mm (women’s)

The low-slung design of this shoe and the minimal heel drop hint at the speedy intent of this performance model. It’s stripped-down, light and the cushioning is only average. The ride was reported as quite rigid, which makes sense since a less-elastic racing shoe is often better for fast running. The last version had some problem with grip in the wet, a problem New Balance has fixed this time. In all, this is ideal for efficient, seasoned runners looking for a quick shoe for high-volume reps and intervals.

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Flexibility: Quite stiff

Weight: 273g (men’s), 227g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 6mm (men’s), 5mm (women’s)

Adidas bluza primeknit womens sale clearance center shoe won acclaim for their ability to provide flexibility and response while still offering excellent cushioning. The third iteration is still a very good shoe, but the tweaks to the midsole and outsole, while improving forefoot flexibility and shock attenuation, have put it firmly in the light-and- fast camp. Keep this one for what it does best: helping you pick your feet up on short, fast training sessions and races.

Heel cushioning: Neither very firm nor very soft

Forefoot cushioning: Quite firm

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Weight: 243g (men’s), 215g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 8mm (men’s), 7mm (women’s)

Tester Andy Dykins will be bagging a job at RW Towers if he keeps on delivering reviews as spot on as this: ‘My previous shoes were the New Balance 860 and this shoe is like a racing version of that – lighter and lower.’ It’s a perfect summation. This is a stability shoe for races and fast runs: the midsole is bouncy and durable, even under a pounding from heavy runners; flexibility is excellent; and the medial post is strong enough to cope with moderate overpronators. Be warned – the toebox is a tad narrow.

Heel cushioning: Quite soft

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Weight: 255g (men’s), 234g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 9mm

A perfect shoe for fast neutral runners who like to get up on their toes; the signature forefoot lugs are softer and springier and the heel cushioning improved. The former was noticed by testers, but not the latter. Unless you’re an experienced Newton wearer or have good core strength this is best kept for short-to-medium runs, owing to the strong posture required. And if you’re planning to buy Newtons for the first time, build up your distance slowly to allow your calves to adapt.

Heel cushioning: Quite soft

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Flexibility: Quite stiff

Weight: 266g (men’s), 224g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 6mm

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Flexibility: Quite stiff

Weight: 296g (men’s), 246g (women’s)

Heel/toe drop: 8mm