The Spring 2025 Running Shoe Guide
TO THE ONES WE LOVE
Your Spring 2025 Running Shoe Guide Has Arrived
Grace your feet with the best of the best running shoes on the market as you hit the roads, the trails, the gym, and all the places you'll run (walk, hike, skip, dance, travel, play) this year. Check out our list of current favorites below and then read on to meet each of the amazing shoes that made the cut:
NEW BALANCE
The New Balance 1080v14
The Fresh Foam X 1080 is New Balance's signature running shoe for very good reason. The unique combination of reliable comfort and high performance offers versatility that spans from everyday to race day. The Fresh Foam X midsole cushioning is built for smooth transitions from landing to push-off, while a soft, premium upper provides support and breathability. The new v14 features a modern, updated design with premium technology to deliver the smoothest ride on the road: a new, triple jacquard mesh upper with increased breathability in key areas, an updated outsole for a propulsive feeling, and additional rubber in high wear areas for added durability.
ALTRA RUNNING
The Altra Torin 8
The new Torin 8 is a return to what made the Torin 4.5 Plush so great. Available in wide and waterproof options, the new Torin has all the signature features Altra is known for (like zero drop and plenty of room to help your toes move more freely, with a secure midfoot). A breathable mesh upper combines with a heel collar that molds to your foot, for that “ahhh” moment right at step-in. And underfoot, you’ve got a midsole foam that’s lightweight, plush, and ready to perform. Classic Altra at its innovative best, this shoe is made to help you master the road miles and Stay Out There™.
BROOKS RUNNING
The Brooks Glycerin 22 & Glycerin GTS 22
Feel limitless in the new super-soft Glycerin 22 running shoe. The midsole is made from DNA Tuned, innovative next generation nitro-infused cushioning and dual-size cell technology. Larger cells in the heel provide plush landings, while smaller cells in the forefoot invite responsive toe-offs. On top of it all, the broad platform stabilizes your foot while the tuned heel and forefoot promote smooth heel-to-toe transitions. Need extra support? Brooks designed the Glycerin GTS 22 just for you!
ASICS RUNNING
The ASICS GEL-Nimbus 27
The GEL-NIMBUS® 27 is a neutral trainer that offers a soft and smooth running experience with cushioning that feels like you're landing on clouds. A softly engineered jacquard mesh upper comfortably wraps your foot while supplying advanced ventilation, and the knit tongue and collar provide a comfortable, supportive feel. With FF BLAST™ PLUS ECO cushioning, this trainer creates a lighter and softer cushioning experience; the HYBRID ASICSGRIP™ outsole then combines ASICSGRIP™ rubber and AHARPLUS™ materials to help provide advanced grip for various terrains and advanced durability.
MIZUNO USA
The Mizuno Neo Zen
Discover serenity in motion with the Mizuno Neo Zen, a shoe that merges the essence of Zen with advanced Smooth Speed Assist technology. Revel in the shoe's smooth midfoot run and the bouncy sensation of a full-length MIZUNO ENERZY NXT midsole for optimal comfort and performance on long jogs. With a one-piece stretchable, breathable knit upper and seamless integrated tongue, you will find your Zen in every step and enjoy comfort, responsiveness, and a harmonious running journey in the Neo Zen.
TOPO ATHLETIC
The Topo Athletic Aura
Meet the stability shoe you’ve been waiting for. With the new Aura, Topo Athletic effortlessly combines their signature fit with pronation support and max-cushioning to bring you the best of it all with every stride. Topo's unique Y-Frame Guidance System offers a smooth and stable ride; plush cushioning is then paired with their responsive ZipFoam™ midsole for comfort you’ll feel all the way through for miles and miles.
DIADORA
The Diadora Nucleo 2
Introducing Nucleo 2, a product Diadora has dedicated years to developing and perfecting at Centro Ricerche Diadora, where tradition and cutting-edge technology converge. Here, research, development, and meticulous attention to detail come together to create a running shoe like no other. The new Nucleo has been entirely reengineered to significantly enhance overall support while maintaining the very qualities that have made the shoe an essential neutral for fluid, long runs. The all-new Nucleo 2 is a foundational running shoe for experts, beginners, and everyone in between to enjoy a smooth, fluid ride.
PUMA
The Puma MagMax NITRO
Experience an exhilarating bounce like never before with the MagMax NITRO™. Boasting an impressive amount of cutting-edge NITROFOAM™ technology, these shoes will effortlessly propel you from one mile to the next, filling your stride with excitement and ease. Around the foot you'll find a comfortable mesh deluxe knitted tongue and cushioned heel, while PUMAGRIP protects the precious NITROFOAM™ and provides top-notch traction to keep you steady on your feet.
HOKA
The HOKA Bondi 9
Among the hardest working shoes in the HOKA lineup, the Bondi 9 is an ultra-cushioned game-changer, delivering peak plushness for everyday miles. Overhauled from top to bottom, an increased stack height and new premium foam midsole deliver that soft, resilient ride that’s become synonymous with the Bondi. Elevated with a 3D molded collar and structured knit upper with zonal breathability, this ultra-cushioned cult favorite has been finished with Durabrasion rubber to combat high wear zones.
ON RUNNING
The On Cloudsurfer Next
The On Cloudsurfer Next seamlessly blends comfort, tempo performance, and durability, making it an ideal choice for runners seeking a fun, multi-talented trainer. Previously known as the Cloudgo, the Cloudsurfer Next is light and responsive with a Helion™ CloudTec Phase® and signature Speedboard in the midsole, offering a nice and flexible ride. The pronounced forefoot rocker steps in to keep you moving forward with efficiency and ease, ensuring effortless bounce and a smooth roll in every stride.
UNDER ARMOUR
The Under Armour Infinite Elite 2
Working on your endurance? Built with Under Armour's newest and springiest UA HOVR+ cushioning, UA Infinite Elite keeps your legs feeling fresh for endless conditioning power. Engineered with a mesh upper that is lightweight and breathable for long-run comfort plus a soft, comfortable collar and tongue for ease of entry and optimal fit, this shoe also boasts a heel design that helps you land smoothly, lessens the impact, and increases overall stability. In other words, when game-time comes you'll be outrunning everyone.
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