Running Shoes

The Under Armour Velociti Elite 2 is an upgrade on the original Velociti Elite racer, but doesn’t touch the performance of the carbon racing shoes available from other brands.

The Mizuno Neo Vista is one of the most impressive new running shoes of 2024, offering runners a springy and fun ride that works for any distance and type of run.

The Puma Deviate Nitro 3 is a versatile running shoe that can handle easy and fast training alike, but I found it a little heavy for speedwork and the ride is not the most comfortable.

The Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro 2 is a cutting-edge racing option with a dramatic heel cutout and a very springy midsole foam. It’s not for everyone, but it’s undoubtedly fast.

The Asics Gel-Kayano 31 mostly sticks to the same design as the Gel-Kayano 30, and it’s a top cushioned option for runners who need extra stability.

The Hoka Skyward X is the latest super trainer on the scene, fitted with a carbon plate, PEBA midsole foam, and an illegally high stack height. Here’s my verdict.

The Brooks Ghost 16 is the best version of the shoe in years thanks to the new midsole foam, which makes the shoe lighter and improves the ride.

The Saucony Guide 17 is a comfortable and supportive running shoe for easy miles and has enough cushioning for longer runs too.

The Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris is a perfect modern racing shoe and my new favorite for races of any distance.

I ran the TCS London Marathon 2024 in the New Balance FuelCell SC Elite v4 shoes, and they were comfortable, durable, and worthy race-day footwear.