Under Armour's Velocity Elite 3 is among five carbon-plated running shoes highlighted for 2026, per a comparison guide assessing runner fit and purpose across the category.
— Meta Endurance
The Lining Red Hare Ultra 9 is positioned as China's bounciest supertrainer. The shoe enters the competitive supertrainer segment as the Anta Zone 2 90 faces fresh domestic challengers in the running market.
— RadDadBodTV
The segment examines how Dynafish and other Chinese running-shoe brands are gaining traction, reflecting broader shifts in consumer preference and domestic manufacturing capability. Mr. Rubio's video breaks down the competitive landscape and cultural resonance of these homegrown athletic footwear companies.
— Running Warehouse
This is perhaps my favorite running shoe of all time. I've made a lot of content on this. I've called it the best super trainer ever made, and today it graduates into the elusive 400 club.
— Runnertia, at 0:00
The ASICS Hyper Speed 6 stands out for its refreshingly traditional approach to running design. Its lead takeaway centres on simplicity and familiar construction rather than novel tech, marking a return to classic shoe sensibilities in a crowded market.
— Sagasu Running
this has got to be one of my all-time favorite long run shoes. I mean, it's just so lightweight and it's very uh the the pure white of the shoe is just crazy on the camera, but it is just so lightweight, this guy. It's 200 grams of my size.
— Yowana, at 29:37
Is the adidas Prime X Evo the squishiest running shoe in the world?
— Meta Endurance, at 0:00
It's not wow shoe. It's just a solid training shoe that's really good for easy runs and stability.
— The Run Testers, at 6:28
the Nike Structure Plus. This would be one of the better options out there for a stability trainer for marathon training
— Yowana, at 3:23
I think the best example of a simple shoe is this, the Adidas Evo SL. And in fact, this shoe is the one that I think really created and pushed this trend forward in the industry.
— Sagasu Running, at 0:00
ACG Terra Zagama, it's not going to be as smooth as the Norda 055, but it's still a very smooth running shoe.
— Believe in the Run, at 6:56
the midsole, however, is PEEBAX. This is DNA Gold, so the top of the line midsole at Brooks. Vibram Megagrip Elite on the outsole right here. And overall, a shoe that is phenomenal, but that probably is less relevant for older runners.
— Meta Endurance, at 6:19
it was just a very well-rounded, approachable shoe that I could use for any sort of long run, whether I was feeling strong, whether I was going to hang back and and not be putting down as much power, whether I wanted something with a little bit more bite, or whether I wanted something more relaxed.
— Yowana, at 26:46
It took me quite a long time for this shoe to get restocked in my size, but it's finally here. This is the extra tall and extra bouncy Li Ning Red Hare 9 Ultra. And its time to see if these shoes were worth the wait
— kofuzi, at 0:00
The M1 from Mount to Coast with Jet Cell foam, which is a ATPU, but they use a special film in this to make it extra durable, won't chunk out, and then a full body of Vibram outsole.
— Believe in the Run, at 0:03
If version 5 was like the perfect storm for ASICS and honestly for our entire industry, I'm happy to say like a lot of the things that we liked in 5 are there if not just a little bit better in version 6.
— Run Moore, at 0:00
A runner testing the Altra Experience Wild 3 Plus challenges a professional trail runner to a race and suffers a decisive loss. The outcome underscores the gap between enthusiast gear and elite athletic performance.
— The Running Channel
Not only did Nike intentionally widen out the fit of this shoe, certainly up front around the forefoot, they also proportionately, or I guess in line with the fit update, widened out the ground platform for stability.
— Humble Running, at 9:45
it doesn't have the most stability, but does the foam feel, does the fact that it's soft, squishy, fun, comfortable outweigh any sort of potential instability in the heel? And the answer is yes. So enjoyable and a nice job for the intended purpose.
— Yowana, at 84:41
the SCRebel ends up being the better of the two. So very impressive from New Balance to take down the DV84, at least in my book.
— kofuzi, at 13:46
The shoe marks a streamlined version of the Hyperboost Pro foam technology. Adidas positions it as a leaner, meaner package for runners.
— Running Warehouse
comfort of the compression. The compression is so quick and then just rolls you right forward. There's a little bit more sink and squish in the Spectre. So, I would go Spectre for stability, comfort, and then Hoka for speed.
— Yowana, at 14:31
How's it going guys? I'm Connor from Running Warehouse and I'm here with Chris from New Balance. Today we're going to be getting a first look at the New Balance SC Elite V6.
— Running Warehouse, at 0:01
The five is the shoe to get. And again, compared to the DVA Pure Nitro, again, I just think the Velocity Nitro 5 is just the more capable shoe.
— Sagasu Running, at 13:22
Shoes feel good. They're going to be firmer than the previous one. They feel fast, that's for sure.
— The Run Testers, at 0:07
Runsifly is marketing the Flare Elite as one of the lightest marathon shoes available. The claim highlights the brand's focus on weight reduction for distance racing.
— RadDadBodTV
The Specter 3 flows outwards a little bit more. It's more round and blobular and perhaps slightly slower to respond than the foam in the Megablast, but they're both very responsive either way.
— Runnertia, at 0:00
this is the fourth shoe in the Tracksmith running offering. Um, basically what we've built here, uh, is a response to some insight that we've heard from our customers... they love max cushioning shoes, but, uh, aren't always thrilled with some of the instability that comes with tall stack heights
— Believe in the Run, at 0:00
if you watch my first thoughts on this, um I was truly blown away by how effortless paces felt in the shoe and after 15 miles with some harder effort, my legs felt absolutely fresh, absolutely great
— RadDadBodTV, at 0:10
The Clifton 11 arrives with a wider base and plusher foam, continuing the model's evolution toward greater stability and softness. The update targets daily training with a more accommodating fit.
— Foot Doctor Zach
The Elite 3 are a lot of fun. You got packing a big bouncing bounding energy, a mix of sort of really high compression, high energy return that makes for a pumped up ride.
— The Run Testers, at 9:43
responsive. And for me, that's like the best of feel I go for, right? Race day, that is the type of shoe that I like to run in.
— It's Matt B, at 5:41
Brooks is releasing the Ghost Amp on July 10, 2026. The shoe adds a new model to the long-running Ghost franchise.
— kofuzi
The Most Anticipated Trail Shoe of 2026? | Norda 055 Full Review
— Believe in the Run, at 0:00
Topo Spectre 3. I mean, bro, revolutionary. That's why they call it Rev Foam, cuz this thing is revolutionary. It's cinematic. It's mafioso status. ... Toppo Spectre 3. This deserves your consideration.
— Yowana, at 15:12
The Nike ACG Radical AirFlow delivers strong ventilation and modern aesthetics, but its divisive styling and performance trade-offs are fueling discussion on whether the shoe's reputation outpaces its real-world value.
— Meta Endurance
The On Cloudboom Strike 2 might just be what you're looking for
— Emily Heller, at 0:00
version four is not very good, people. So stay away from version four of the Hyperion Max.
— FORDY RUNS, at 5:44
Puma Deviate Nitro, I have about 30 miles on them, and the grip is holding up pretty well or the outsole's holding up pretty well
— Jason Jogs, at 0:00
The Velocity is Puma's standard daily training option, known as a reliable shoe for runners of all levels looking for something to rack up those daily miles.
— Running Warehouse, at 0:04
we're taking a first look at the ASICS Metasleek. This is a completely new training shoe from ASICS and it is very very lightweight sitting in about 4.3 oz
— Running Warehouse, at 0:00
The Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 is the best Hyperion Elite that Brooks has ever made.
— kofuzi, at 6:43
Hoka has introduced the Clifton Pro, a new model in its Clifton lineup.
— kofuzi
Not only does the dual layer plated mid sole bounce along nicely on the firmer stuff, but that rocket geometry and turf worked into the mid sole design feels like it's rolling along
— Run4Adventure, at 7:39
Early reviewers call the Cielo X1 3.0 Hoka's best marathon racer, restoring the original's 'pogo-stick' feel in a lighter, firmer package. Kofuzi says it improves on the 2.0, and multiple runners rank it among their top racing options, comparing it to a Feidian Elite 6. Jogoncrago calls it a smooth, confidence-inspiring ride excellent for half and full marathon pacing.
— Yowana
In today's video, we are giving you a first impression review preview of the brand new LS Cloudboom Strike 2. This is the brand new pinnacle racing shoe from On.
— Meta Endurance, at 0:00
The guide covers the latest carbon-plated racers from major brands, with a focus on weight reduction and improved energy return. Key models include updates to the Nike Alphafly and Vaporfly, the Adidas Adizero Pro, and new entries from Asics and Saucony.
— RadDadBodTV
I really like what the Novablast 6 serves up. And if I was going to go and run the 100-mile Berlin Ultra this year, I'm not, but if I was, I'd definitely be thinking about this shoe.
— The Run Testers, at 5:47
The On Cloudboom Strike 2 LS, On's top-tier carbon racer, delivers a first impression after 16 miles. The write-up offers an early take on the shoe's performance in the competitive super-shoe segment.
— The Run Testers
The Mizuno Neo Vista 3, arguably one of the best long-run trainers on the market, now with three key changes that make it even better.
— Sagasu Running, at 0:01
Chinese running shoes are high-quality and inexpensive, but not always easy to buy. Here’s how you can score these great values. source: https://run.outsideonline.com/gear/road-shoes/chinese-running-shoes/
jogoncrago considers it one of the most hyped racing shoes on the market right now, and thinks it earns that status
— jogoncrago
jogoncrago is genuinely enthusiastic about the shoe, saying it caught him off guard and he had a really good time in it
— jogoncrago
Sagasu Running sees the Magic Speed 5 as a welcome correction — a return to the true tempo trainer identity that the Magic Speed 3 had, after the Magic Speed 4 lost its way as a generic super trainer
— RadDadBodTV
Marathon Handbook calls the Glycerin 22 the most improved running shoe of 2025, backing that claim after initial skepticism
— Marathon Handbook