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Weight 270gEvaluation The Response Comp combines the feel of a training shoe and a racing shoe to good effect. Its fit is relatively relaxed, and it has way above average cushioning for a racing shoe (though far less, of course, than a normal

Weight 272gEvaluation For quite a while, Puma has been particularly strong in the category of performance training shoes. The Meditation continues that trend, and at a great price. It is a light, fast-feeling and relatively stable shoe

and the ground.That allows air to gush through the shoe. It’s a pleasant feeling, but it didn’t completely win over our main weartester, even on a hot-weather training camp. The shoe was adequately cushioned, but the big plastic plate in the midsole didn’t make

training - or a racer for heavier runners - this shoe offers a reasonable start without breaking the bank. (Lighter runners could also consider the £50 New Balance 730, which is fun but more minimalist; runners with more to spend could try springier £60

to use the shoe for brisk training runs. It’s more protective, so it’s not the lightest racing shoe available, and although there is more material in the midsole it’s still a shoe best suited to neutral runners. The Phantom Classic is a smashing marathon

-oriented suspension. If you love the feeling of power as you push off from the ground in speedwork, these aren’t for you. If you simply want the feel of a training shoe, with less weight to pick up, give them a try.Try it if you liked Reebok Fusion LW DMX (£60

draws into the lacing system to cinch the rearfoot more snugly. The midsole has the appeal of being firm yet cushioned and protective, which increasingly characterises Mizuno shoes, and some weartesters have even been using it in brisk training

-frills everyday training shoe that suits lighter or faster runners who like a responsive shoe. It keeps the long-standing, stable midsole, and gains a lighter, better-fitting upper.Try it if you liked Nike Air Span Triax (£60); Asics Gel 1070 (£65); New Balance