felt much more natural for faster runners than slower ones. At 225g it’s not the lightest short-distance racing shoe around – very light runners would often be looking nearer 200g – but the Pro Plate makes a noticeable difference. It helps your running
Weight 228gEvaluation The Competition completes Reebok’s impressive Premier line, launched at the start of 2003. It’s a simple, no-frills racer – light, flexible and responsive. There’s a decent amount of cushioning in the rearfoot, although
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Weight 369gEvaluation The Aztrek has always been one of Reeboks simpler, more reliable shoes, popular with runners looking for a straightforward combination of cushioning and stability. This years model has been slimmed down, with a lower
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Weight 364g Evaluation This winter, Nike has introduced a raft of new shoes designed for running in inclement weather and on the trails. From its All Conditions Gear range comes the Phassad. It's a competitively-priced shoe that will appeal
Weight 355g Evaluation Despite being an outdoor brand rather than a running company, The North Face has produced a number of shoes that have proved popular with our off-road and adventure-racing weartesters. The Flight Trail is a decent entry
Grid Jazz GTO, thanks to a small thermoplastic insert in the midfoot, but this is still really a shoe for neutral runners.If you liked the softness of the previous Jazz, then youll find much to admire in the Jazz 8. The ride is soft without being too
