More about cushioned shoesCUSHIONED SHOES2005 MODELSASICSGel Nimbus VII Gel Cumulus VII BROOKSGlycerin IV Radius Dyad 3 Trance 5 MIZUNOWave Creation 6 Wave Rider 8 NEW BALANCE844 1060 NIKEAir Max Moto 3 Air Pegasus PUMAComplete Taranis

Weight 349gEvaluation The Supernova Cushion is one of Adidas's most successful shoes, so it's always careful with updates. This latest version sticks closely to the Cushion script, with a few subtle changes. It's now built on a wider last, so

, lighter wearers found that the cushioning worked nicely for them, too. Another surprise was that despite looking rather wide and clumpy the Streetfighter C offered a good fit for narrower feet and a smooth ride.In short A stable cushioning shoe

cushioning model for light to mediumweight runners, it actually does pretty well.Despite its lighter weight and lower profile midsole, the Delta actually feels the plushest of Etonic's new shoes, offering a soft, smooth ride. In common with the two

even better than before.(A review of the previous shoe follows:)Weight 318gEvaluation Mizuno is taking a risk with the all-new version of the Wave Rider. This well-cushioned, but light and responsive gem has proved a big hit. This is actually the first

the fore- and rear-foot.The great news is that it all works: Mizuno has improved the Creation. The cushioning feels better - a little softer - than the previous models; its broad last means it's particularly stable for a cushioned shoe; and it has

Weight 382gEvaluation Runners are already spoiled when it comes to great cushioning shoes, but there's still room for another. Enter the Saucony Grid Triumph.It's a plush, smooth, super-comfortable, high-mileage shoe to add to your 'try-on' list

This model may still be available on clearance. But we've reviewed a newer version since we published this.Weight 349gEvaluation Brooks is well known for its stability and motion control shoes, but not quite as renowned for its cushioning models

No big changes for 04. The midsole is a bit softer and the upper fits more snugly in the midfoot. With full-length Air and a cushioned midsole, the Pegasus continues to work for neutral runners who need a basic, functional workhorse of a shoe

AdidasCalibrate (motion control) £75 Supernova Control (stability) £70 AsicsGel Cumulus (cushioned) £65 Gel Nimbus (cushioned) £85 Avia2050 (stability) £70 BrooksGel Glycerin (cushioned) £85 Racer ST (racing) £60 T3 Racer (racing) £50 Inov-8Mudroc