Stability Web in the midfoot, the 750 is one of the most supportive racers available. The shoe also utilises New Balance's N-Lock lacing system, so the upper can be pulled snugly around your midfoot for extra support. Of course, we aren't talking motion

popularity with triathletes by fitting a continuous loop lace with a built-in lace lock for speed (which frankly is too long and best cut down). It’s certainly a decent fast-paced marathon racer for efficient Ironman athletes, though it would be too heavy

’s typically wide base, the new Stabil has an extremely broad fit in the upper. That makes the feel of the shoe slightly unbalanced. The loop lacing system doesn’t allow runners with moderate-width feet to pull the laces really close together; but on the other

practical design. It’s strong and rugged, yet breathes and clears water easily. The seamless construction and integrated tongue keep dirt and stones out of your shoes, and the quick-fit Kevlar laces are easy to tighten or loosen even with cold hands

using a lacing technique that holds your feet securely in position? 3) Do you kick the heel of your foot back against the running shoe heel before lacing the shoe up? You should.4) Do you wear socks? If not, you should. If you do wear socks, try using

, lacing your shoes differently can help lock a loose collar around your ankle. Here are five lacing techniques to improve your shoe's fit. Decoupled HeelThis split design in the heel works like a car's independent suspension to isolate the initial strike

feel. It’s also very light, but wearable at the same time, thanks to a shape that’s not excessively curved.The new version keeps the original’s excellent midsole and outsole, and changes the upper for one with a zipped cover over the usual laces

training shoe). It’s moderately stable, too, with a decent heel counter and a midfoot support strap built into the lacing (though if you need much stability, look to Adidas’s 275g Taper RC, which has a full-length medial post but a flatter feel

draws into the lacing system to cinch the rearfoot more snugly. The midsole has the appeal of being firm yet cushioned and protective, which increasingly characterises Mizuno shoes, and some weartesters have even been using it in brisk training

to people who want to be noticed. Get beyond its outlandish looks - the toe box is covered with thick, water-repellent rubber and the laces are underneath a bright yellow flap - and it isn't a bad entry-level off-roader. But the Phassad's strongest feature