mild overpronators. But with its fine level of cushioning – the rearfoot feels positively plush – it works well as a shoe for swift, efficient runners racing up to the half-marathon.
, the shoe favoured by former marathon world record holder Khallid Khannouchi, and that should give you an idea of the kind of runner who'll get the most out of them – the fast and efficient kind. That doesn't necessarily mean elite, though. The 250 uses New
This model may still be available on clearance. But we've reviewed a newer version since we published this.Light, fast and smooth, the 320g Precision is a quick everyday trainer for efficient runners, or a marathon racer for others, and it’s one
. The Aello is no marathon shoe, but is great for anything up to 10K.
This model may still be available on clearance. But we've reviewed a newer version since we published this.Weight 257gEvaluation The Phantom was a great marathon racing shoe, and having remained unchanged for years, its rearfoot cushioning has
is relatively stable – the Wave extends into the midfoot and acts as a strengthening shank - and although it won't suit runners with major pronation problems it could serve well as a 10K to half-marathon racing shoe for mild overpronators.In short Another nice
to use the shoe for brisk training runs. Its more protective, so its not the lightest racing shoe available, and although there is more material in the midsole its still a shoe best suited to neutral runners. The Phantom Classic is a smashing marathon
s certainly a nice upper, but its weighty material and supportive heel counter add over 25g to the shoes weight. The added weight and support now make it a shoe that, for light, efficient runners, is more of a 10K to half-marathon option than before
, it’s not a daily trainer, but it’s bound to be on a few marathon runners’ feet or end up as a second shoe for speedwork.Try it on if you liked Asics Gel DS Trainer (£80); Mizuno Wave Precision (£60)
example. For light, efficient runners it’s a good brisk-running shoe, but it would also serve well as a marathon racer.Try it on if you liked Puma Complete Prevail (£55); Fila Flow (£55)
