Weight 276gEvaluation Nike introduced two performance shoes using its “caged” Zoom Air units – the Swift and the Spiridon last year. While the Swift was a pleasingly smooth and responsive shoe, the lighter Spiridon wasn’t quite so impressive, with a
This model may still be available on clearance. But we've reviewed a newer version since we published this.Mizuno’s key stability shoe isn’t in the premier league of its Wave Rider, Wave Precision and racing shoes, but it’s a nicely protective
smooth-riding forefoot. Like the 2000, the 1040 is also a showcase for New Balance’s N-ergy rearfoot cushioning cartridge, which has only been seen so far in one of its racing shoes.The hollow cartridge sits below the entire heel area and consists of a
is that the seamless upper is getting roomier. Still,you have a choice of width options.New Balance 829 £59.99Weight 326gEvaluation Its surprising what a light, unrestrictive upper can do to your perception of a shoes weight. Take the new 829. It looks and rides
for years.Recommended for Lighter, faster runners looking for an unusually light and stable everyday shoe; stability-orientated runners who want a second shoe for racing and faster-paced training
.Contact www.inov-8.com; 01388 526 500Merrell Overdrive £65Merrell's Overdrive is aimed less at extreme mud-plugging and more at all-day adventure racing. This means that it has a road-shoe style: a dual-density midsole that provides decent levels of cushioning
as quickly. A waterproof shoe, they argue, will simply keep any water that seeps, or floods, in to the shoe in the shoe and you'll contract trench foot and be forced to amputate your toes halfway through whatever adventure race you happen to be running
