normal trainer, you could use it as a marathon racer; slightly heavier or less efficient runners could happily race in it over shorter distances.In short A no-frills shoe doesn’t have to be a bad shoe. The Preside is simple, but pleasant and light to run

runners or anyone with biomechanical problems, but if you’re reasonably light and efficient, you’ll find that it’s a joy to run in.Because it’s surprisingly well-cushioned and reasonably stable (despite a low weight and and a lack of any major stability

Weight 164gEvaluation Nike says this is ‘great for all road-race distances up to the marathon for efficient runners’. At 164g, we’d probably change that to ‘up to 5K’ for all but elite runners. It actually has reasonably perky cushioning (though we

lightweight runners need apply. Good rearfoot cushioning comes courtesy of a small Cell pad, heel-to-toe transition is swift and smooth, and the featherweight feel to the whole shoe simply encourages fast running.

between Asics’s Gel Lyte DS and Asics DS Trainer in terms of its protection – or stability. That’s not a problem for the lighter, faster, more efficient off-road runners it’s designed for, though you wouldn’t want to run far over stones in them. You also

is what this shoe provides best.In short The Flow is a nice tempo-running shoe for efficient runners. It would also make a good half-marathon or marathon shoe for runners who can’t or don’t want to wear a racing shoe; or a short-distance racer for slightly

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)

feeling cool, but soon warmed up. However, it did seem to cool down mid-run before warming again towards the end, which was confirmed by the temperature readings."Overall The thermometer showed the Mizuno was efficient, as the final reading was just over 1

for fast running or racing, with good flexibility and support. In short Light, fast and smooth. A quick everyday trainer or racer for the biomechanically efficient runner, in a new, lighter package.Try it on if you liked Asics DS Trainer (£79.99); Saucony

weartesters weren’t as keen on the shoe as our lighter ones. For a cushioned shoe, it feels flexible and responsive, which could explain its appeal to lighter, efficient runners who chose the shoe to cosset their feet on longer, slower runs. But its lack of a