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We tested dozens of pieces of apparel on all types of runs—short and long, slow and fast, road and trail, from New Mexico to New Hampshire. These emerged as our favorites.
We tested 88 running shorts and tops over hundreds of miles of roads and trails in summer heat and humidity. These 11 kept us feeling the most comfortable, speedy, and stylish.
We tested nearly 20 hydration packs on everything from roads to rugged trails. These five outperformed the rest.
We put thousands of miles on 85 different shoes over six months to find the best new models for every type of terrain
We put over 10,000 miles on 85 different running shoes over six months to find the best new models for every stride and pace
Writer and outdoor adventurer Elisabeth Kwak laces up her HOKA Anacapas and embarks on a challenge that helps her redefine success and discover a new identity as an outdoor athlete
We put this spring’s super spikes to the test on the oval to sort the top models for each distance and the best-value options on the market
Here’s a look at some of the Outside Run Editors’ favorite finds last month, from gear obsessions to favorite podcasts, recovery drinks to massage tools
We put the brand’s fit tool—and the shoes’ runabilty—to the test
How can our running practice leave a lighter footprint? This Earth Day, Outside Run editors share their favorite articles at the intersection of running and ecological responsibility.
Brooks’s innovative Aurora BL gives your feet both comfort and freedom
The Tecton X made me a Hoka convert—the updated second version improves it without messing with what I love
As spring rolls in, brands are again releasing flashy, limited-edition Boston Marathon versions of their speedy models
Do your favorite running routes mix road and trail? The Nike Pegasus Trail 4 GORE-TEX INVISIBLE FIT is the secret sauce for excelling everywhere.
Our initial testing reveals the updates to the beloved, game-changing Vaporfly make it an even better marathon racing shoe
The Rocket X2 marathon racer delivers soft landings and propulsive blast-offs that rival the best in the business
Topo’s super-foam-powered Cyclone 2 perfects the brand’s vision of combining the best qualities of natural-movement footwear and cushioned running shoes
Why Tracksmith, an apparel brand immersed in the culture and heritage of running, started making shoes
The Rivera 3 delivers the benefits of Altra's footshaped fit and balanced, zero-drop design without feeling weird
Beyond setting a world record in the Alphafly, Eliud Kipchoge is credited with helping to create the supershoe
The Norda 001 G+ Spike tames impossible trails while keeping you dry and protected in winter weather
In an impressive debut, Tracksmith delivers a versatile, modern trainer with an old-school look and feel, just as you’d expect from the brand
Asics’s signature cushioned shoe goes super-max and delivers more comfort and cushioning than ever before
I signed up for the On Cyclon subscription running-shoe service and get a perfectly clean new pair every three months
High-end materials and designs go mainstream, delivering smooth-rolling, versatile rides for every runner
The Swiss brand, known for its unique cushioning pods, has transcended running with its style and innovation
We found the best kicks for connecting with the earth and setting your feet free
The running-shoe hype train was high in New York City with a few fast yet-to-be-released shoes in the men’s and women’s elite fields
The Under Armour HOVR Phantom 3 keeps its high-energy return DNA intact while pushing the envelope on innovation
Skechers GOrun Razor 4 impresses with a smooth, lively ride and supportive, comfortable fit—at a bargain price
Good news: there’s a new generation of super shoes that are cheaper, just as fun, and might be better suited for your running
We put 49 pairs through their paces. These 7 came out ahead.
A week of scrambling over boulders and slogging through mud in the Arctic Circle proved the Hoka Mafate Speed 4’s versatile competence
We ran in ten new supershoes and compared their feel and ride so you can narrow your search for the model that best fits your stride and preferences
Our first runs reveal that the Flow Velociti Elite coddles the foot and delivers a fast, easy-striding ride
Craft’s CTM Ultra Carbon 2 brings bouncy, high-stack, carbon-plated responsiveness to dirt-road training and racing
The best way to find your next pair of running shoes is to shop locally
The upstart brand with the wide, comfy toe box, balanced ride, and loyal following had its start in a toaster oven
The company’s new CleanCloud process might help turn factory emissions into running shoes
The Under Armour HOVR Machina 3 is made for the high mileage runner looking to finish strong
BOA brings a micro-adjustable precision fit to Altra’s premier trail product
Reebok’s Floatride Energy 4 Adventure delivers a road-shoe ride with just enough toughness for dirt
Where did the brand known for its huge, cushy soles come from—and how did they get on the feet of Britney Spears?
The Specter is a speedy super-foam trainer that supports your stance and lets your feet engage
Our first impressions say the new Tempus delivers on its promise to help guide and support, while losing none of its light, responsive, super-foam-powered ride
How does a brand improve on the world’s fastest marathon shoe? It makes it more suitable for the masses, not just the best of the best.
Beware of these warning signs that indicate it’s time to get new kicks. Plus, use these expert tips to extend the life of your trail runners.
This shoe brings carbon-plated speed to the masses
For most of their history, running shoes have been marketed and sold for their ability to reduce injury. That has changed.
Runners smack the ground harder—but get injured less—in more cushioned shoes. New research explains why.
The brand took its time entering the super-shoe race, but its new, responsive model for marathoners was worth the wait
Our first impressions put it right up there with the best offerings from this beloved purveyor of cushy runners
The Speedland SL:PDX might just change how runners think about their equipment
Our trail shoemeliers pick the best off-road running models to pair with each trail surface
Advanced road racers, trail super shoes, and adaptable carbon fiber are some of the promises of the coming year
We only have space for seven shoes in our print magazine, but there are a few others you should know about, too
This year’s fastest kicks for every kind of terrain
In Episode 18 of the Endurance Podcast, host Ian Sharman talks with biomechanist and ultra-runner Geoff Burns about the tech, controversies, comparisons, and benefits of today's super shoes.
The upstart Swiss company is shaking things up with an unorthodox cushioning system and an emphasis on grassroots marketing
Our Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, likes the Challenger ATR 5 because its cushioned sole is kind on his body. “Hammering those mentally therapeutic miles and not complaining about aching knees afterward make the ATR 5’s some of my most cherished gear,” he wrote.
Did the shoes that disqualified Vienna Marathon winner Derara Hurisa enhance his performance? A biomechanist weighs in.
This shoe won our Gear of the Year award in our 2020 Summer Buyer’s Guide. Its “engage-as-needed support system makes for an exceptionally comfortable ride,” wrote our testers. “It’s a great choice for neutral runners whose feet collapse inward when they’re tired and for chronic pronators who’ve…
Super shoe tech has made its way to the track. Here’s a roundup of the foam-and-plate super spikes for racing 800m and longer that you may have saw on the feet of Olympians in Tokyo.
We reviewed the newest super shoes from each brand, testing 10 models to help you find the ride that works magic for you.
Five years after the Vaporfly upended marathon running, track shoes are set to star in Tokyo
Thanks to these boots, hiking went from painful to pure bliss
How Saucony's versatile semi-super speedster rides and holds up over the long haul
With the right preparation you can sneak out the door for a 30-minute workout at any time
World Athletics looked into eight years of performance improvements, and some crazy statisticians from Cornell reviewed thousands of web photos — and they have numbers.
