. And there's not much to choose between the two when it comes to performance, either. Like the Foundation, the Addiction is a reassuringly stable shoe that offers plenty of support for overpronators. The main difference between the two shoes is in the ride

Weight 277gEvaluation Asics’s lightweight trainers are nearly always gems of stripped-down performance, and this replacement to the Gel Lyte DS fits the bill. It’s not cushioned enough for long distances on hard surfaces, but for responsiveness

This model may still be available on clearance. But we've reviewed a newer version since we published this.Weight 295gEvaluation When the Precision was introduced two years ago, it immediately became one of the best performance training shoes

taken the plunge and incorporated the technology into a radical performance shoe.At the heart of the Cellerator Inhale are full-size Cell rearfoot and forefoot units, which are encased in EVA and linked by a stable fan-shaped midfoot shank. The stable

waterproofing on test. The upper, though is stiff and becomes warm quickly and the shoes are heavy.Contact www.lafuma.comMizuno Wave Arashi, £60, 373g Gripping stuff For the Wave Arashi, Mizuno uses a midsole similar to that found on its performance shoes

Weight 315gEvaluation When the Presto was first introduced more than a year ago, it was a natural partner to the Air Kukini, another sock-like shoe. The Kukini was discontinued, but Nike combined the best of both shoes into a new one, the Presto

This model may still be available on clearance. But we've reviewed a newer version since we published this.Weight 295gEvaluation Nike prides itself on innovative shoe-building (for example, the new Shox) so it’s unexpected when the company uses a

Weight 288gEvaluation Its weight could place it in either category, but the performance-oriented Azura is more like a protective racing shoe than a lightweight trainer, because it sits low to the ground, with a fast, responsive feel and an emphasis

. Stability still comes from a medial post – which is now slightly smaller – a supportive midfoot and a snug heel counter. The shoe has also retained its low profile, which if anything blesses it with a performance-oriented feel.The main changes

it comes to balanced cushioning and support, the 832 is an exceptional performance training shoe that deserves to be on your shortlist. Try it on if you liked New Balance 830 (£60); Reebok Road Lite (£65)