Comparing Running Shoes for Men
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Price | $260 List | $139.95 at Amazon Compare at 2 sellers | Check Price at REI Compare at 3 sellers | $62.98 at Backcountry Compare at 2 sellers | $160 List $159.99 at Amazon |
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Pros | Fast, well-cushioned, lightweight | Lightweight cushioning, fun ride, versatile | Fast, lightweight, good wet traction | Lightweight, great cushioning, comfortable upper | Snappy toe-off, smooth cushioning, breathable upper |
Cons | Limited durability, only useful for going fast, very expensive | Poor traction on wet/slick surfaces, warmer upper | Expensive, not a daily trainer | Lack of traction, lacks rubber outsole | A bit fast for recovery runs, can be difficult to lace well |
Bottom Line | The fastest and most versatile race day shoe, this is the one we pick when it's time to go fast | Our favorite do-it-all trainer is comfortable, versatile, and, most importantly, fun | For runners who value speed over everything, this race-day shoe is a strong contender | The best do-it-all option, these shoes combine great cushioning with solid responsiveness | A snappy and lightweight daily trainer perfect for workouts and long runs that can also relax |
Rating Categories | Nike Vaporfly 3 | Asics Novablast 4 | Saucony Endorphin P... | Hoka Mach 5 | Adidas Adizero Bost... |
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Responsiveness (25%) | |||||
Stability (20%) | |||||
Upper Comfort (15%) | |||||
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Specs | Nike Vaporfly 3 | Asics Novablast 4 | Saucony Endorphin P... | Hoka Mach 5 | Adidas Adizero Bost... |
Weight (per shoe, size 10.5) | 7.24 oz | 9.76 oz | 7.95 oz | 8.84 oz | 9.95 oz |
Style | Racing | Daily/cushioning | Racing | Daily | Daily |
Sizes Available | 6 - 15 US | 6 - 15 US | 7 - 15 US | 7 - 14 US | 4 - 15 US |
Measured Heel-to-Toe Drop | 10 mm | 7 mm | 12 mm | 9 mm | 6 mm |
Measured Heel Stack Height | 39 mm | 43 mm | 39 mm | 37 mm | 35 mm |
Measured Forefoot Stack Height | 29 mm | 36 mm | 27 mm | 28 mm | 29 mm |
Claimed Heel-to-Toe Drop | Not stated | 8 mm | 8 mm | 5 mm | 7 mm |
Claimed Heel Stack Height | Not stated | 41.5 mm | 39.5 mm | Not stated | 38.0 mm |
Claimed Forefoot Stack Height | Not stated | 33.5 mm | 31.5 mm | Not stated | 31.0 mm |
Measured Outsole Length | 12.2 in | 12.6 in | 11.9 in | 12.6 in | 12.3 in |
Measured Outsole Width | 4.4 in | 4.8 in | 4.5 in | 4.5 in | 4.8 in |
Upper | Engineered mesh | Engineered woven/knit | Engineered mesh | Engineered mesh | Engineered mesh |
Midsole | ZoomX | FF Blast + Eco | PWRRUN PB | PROFLY+ | Lightstrike 2.0/Lightstrike Pro |
Outsole | Rubber | AHAR Lo | XT-900 | Rubberized EVA | Continental Rubber |
Measured Outsole Hardness | Outer heel: 56 Inner heel: 31 Forefoot: 68 |
64 | 73 | 52 | Heel: 62 Arch: 30 Forefoot: 62 |
Heel Tab Type | None | Finger loop | None | None | Flap |
Width Options | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular |
Heel Compression Stiffness | 36 lbs | 44 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 50.5 lbs |
Toe Compression Stiffness | 31 lbs | 44 lbs | 51 lbs | 38 lbs | 56 lbs |
Toe Box Volume | 10.7 in cu | 7.6 in cu | 12.3 in cu | 8.9 in cu | 8.1 in cu |
Rocker Angle | 21.0 degrees | 22.5 degrees | 15.5 degrees | 15.5 degrees | 18.5 degrees |
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