reliable, uncomplicated training choice. It would benefit mild to moderate overpronators, forefoot-strikers and heavier runners who want good cushioning and a broad base of support, but who don’t necessarily want a traditional big-guy shoe.

low to normal arches. These runners tend to need a shoe with a combination of good support and midsole cushioning.Adidasadidas Response Stability 2, £65adidas adiStar Salvation 2, £100AsicsAsics GEL-1150, £75 [EDITOR'S CHOICE (AND BEST UPDATE

The men’s version of the Structure Triax 9 (winter version in picture) was Editor’s Choice in our June 2006 Shoe Buyer’s Guide. The completely different women’s version is pretty good too. Both are light, responsive and stable.Your rating at www

's update of the DS – much of which remains here – others weren't so keen, but it's still a good choice if you're looking for a highly capable performance shoe. (A review of the previous shoe follows:)Weight 306gEvaluation Every year, Asics updates its

So far this year we've printed three of our four quarterly Shoe Buyer's Guides. And that means we've already tried and tested an astonishing 63 pairs of brand new, or significantly updated, running shoes in 2004. As we still have one more guide

. This would make a good choice for motion control shoe wearers who prefer comfort over speed. Contact www.salomonrunning.com

Weight 351gEvaluation The Zeta sits in between Asics’s all-purpose GT-2060 and the heavier-duty Gel Kayano, both in price and function. It’s basically the Kayano with a softer midsole – that’s to say, a thick, protective shoe with a controlled ride

Weight 333gEvaluation Avia built its reputation in the USA on reasonably-priced stability shoes, but its cushioning shoes have been good as well. The 2069 is the latest. It follows the standard cushioning formula (blown-rubber forefoot, single

, cushioning and light weight that can meet the needs of a range of runners, from six-minute milers to 10-minute milers, and from neutral runners to mild overpronators.The big change over last year’s Supernova Xtra is that the shoe’s forefoot is now made

– outsole doesn't offer enough traction when the going becomes steep, wet or muddy, but it's still a good choice if you venture off-road only occasionally and are after a good-value cross-surface second shoe. Contact www.hi-tec.com; 01702 541 771Inov-8